Klipsch S 810 SUB BLACK NA Subwoofer Review
Our verdict
The Klipsch S 810 is a 150W wall-mount woofer at $149 that offers a budget-accessible entry into the Klipsch lineup, rated 4.4 from 267 buyers. It fits scenarios where a traditional floor-standing cabinet is not practical.
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Installations where wall mounting is required, such as custom AV builds or rooms with limited floor space
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You want a traditional powered subwoofer cabinet with a dedicated LFE amplifier; this is a woofer driver unit, not a self-contained powered sub
- Power 150 W
- Speaker type Woofer
- Driver size 10"
- Connectivity Wired
- Mounting Wall Mount
- Color Black
- Priced 56% below the category median ($339.87 across 73 tracked models)
- Power of 150 W - lower than 79% of the 74 models we track
Pros
- 4.4 rating across 267 reviews shows consistent buyer satisfaction
- $149 price is accessible for a Klipsch-branded woofer
- Wall-mount design suits custom AV installations and rooms without floor space
- 29.3 lb and 19 x 19 x 12 inch footprint is manageable for mounting
- 10-inch driver with 150W is appropriate for supplemental bass in smaller rooms
Cons
- Classified as a woofer, not a powered subwoofer, so buyers expecting a self-contained cabinet with its own amplifier will need a separate amplifier
- 150W limits output in larger rooms or high-volume movie watching scenarios
- Wall mounting requires planning for cable routing and structural mounting points
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 267 owner ratings
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Popularity3.6/5
267 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other AV receivers and amplifiers, soundbars, home theater speakers, subwoofers, surround sound systems and Blu-ray players we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['The Klipsch S 810 is a 10-inch woofer with 150W rated power in a wall-mount configuration measuring 19 by 19 by 12 inches and weighing 29.3 lb. It is listed as a woofer rather than a subwoofer, which matters for buyers expecting a traditional powered sub enclosure.', 'At $149, the S 810 is priced accessibly within the Klipsch range. The wired connectivity and wall-mount design make it suitable for custom installation scenarios, including in-wall home theater builds where a flush or near-flush driver placement is preferred over a freestanding box.', '267 reviews at a 4.4 average is a solid base. The score reflects that buyers who understood what this product is, a wall-mount woofer rather than an all-in-one powered sub, are broadly satisfied with how it performs in that role.']
Specifications
| Power | 150 W |
|---|---|
| Speaker type | Woofer |
| Driver size | 10" |
| Connectivity | Wired |
| Mounting | Wall Mount |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 19 X 19 X 12 In |
| Weight | 29.3 lb |
Performance notes
The 10-inch driver at 150W is moderate output suitable for small to medium rooms or as a supplemental bass driver in a larger system. Cabinet dimensions of 19 x 19 x 12 inches at 29.3 lb point to a reasonably solid enclosure. Wired connectivity requires a dedicated amplifier or receiver output. This is not a plug-and-play powered subwoofer in the traditional sense.
What buyers say
With 267 reviews and a 4.4 average, buyer satisfaction is clearly positive. The rating likely reflects that buyers who selected this product for its intended use, wall-mount woofer for custom installs, found it met expectations. Buyers expecting a conventional powered sub might be surprised by the product format, which is worth clarifying before purchase.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Klipsch S 810 have a built-in amplifier?
Based on available product data, the S 810 is classified as a woofer rather than a powered subwoofer, which typically means it requires an external amplifier. You would need a receiver or amplifier with a dedicated subwoofer output or speaker-level outputs to drive it. Confirm this before purchasing if you were expecting an all-in-one powered enclosure.
How is the S 810 mounted?
The S 810 is designed for wall mounting. At 19 x 19 x 12 inches and 29.3 lb, it needs a solid wall stud or appropriate wall anchor rated for that weight. Installation typically involves recessing the driver into a wall cavity or surface-mounting the cabinet flush against the wall, depending on your room construction and the specific mounting hardware you use.
Is this a good choice for a basic home theater setup?
If you are building a home theater where you want the subwoofer out of the visual field and have access to an amplifier or AV receiver to power it, the S 810 at $149 offers a practical option. For buyers who want a simpler setup where the sub is a single self-powered unit that plugs into an AV receiver's pre-out, a traditional powered subwoofer would be a better fit.