PreSonus Eris Sub 8 BT White 8-inch Front-Firing Studio Subwoofer with Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Bottom line: The PreSonus Eris Sub 8 BT White 8-inch Front-Firing Studio Subwoofer: 100W amp reaches down to 30 Hz for deep low-end extension; main trade-off: single 8-inch front-firing driver may underwhelm in large rooms.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 100W amp reaches down to 30 Hz for deep low-end extension
- ✓ Bluetooth 5.0 plus wired TRS, RCA, and front aux inputs
- ✓ Highpass/lowpass crossover controls blend cleanly with main monitors
- ✓ Woven-composite 8-inch woofer delivers tight, defined bass
Cons
- ✗ Single 8-inch front-firing driver may underwhelm in large rooms
- ✗ Voiced for compact Eris monitors, less tailored to other brands
- ✗ Builds only a 2.1 setup, not surround sound
- ✗ Power-saver auto-off after 40 minutes idle can interrupt sessions
Manufacturer description
The subwoofer you can get to put a little boom in your room, the surprisingly loud, 100 watt Eris Sub 8BT reaches down to a molar-rattling 30 Hz, so you'll hear the full sonic spectrum and produce better mixes. The first PreSonus studio subwoofer to offer Bluetooth 5.0 wireless connectivity, the Eris Sub 8BT provides flexible wired connection options, as well, making it easy to add a subwoofer to just about any monitoring setup. Onboard controls let you effortlessly create a 2.1 monitoring system and tune it to your room. Highpass filter and lowpass filter (crossover) controls ensure the…
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- HONEST. The Eris Sub 8BT compact 8-inch, front-firing studio subwoofer with Bluetooth wireless delivers studio-quality, accurate sound perfect for music production, hi-fi audio listening, or multimedia reference.
- EXPRESSIVE. Clear, accurate audio with a big low end – Eris Sub 8BT's woven-composite woofers’ weave and nature result in tight bass that you can feel, as well as cleaner overall sound.
- POWERFUL. The surprisingly loud, 100 watt Eris Sub 8BT drops down to a molar-rattling 30 Hz, so you'll hear the full sonic spectrum and produce better mixes.
- BLUETOOTH 5.0 WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY. Ultra-reliable Bluetooth 5.0 delivers seamless integration with your other devices while flexible wired connection options ensure easy compatibility with virtually any monitoring setup – so you can plug in, pair up, and get to work without missing a beat.
- ULTRA-WIDE LISTENING SWEET SPOT. Highpass filter and lowpass filter (crossover) controls ensure the Eris Sub 8BT starts working at the precise frequency where your main monitors stop, avoiding the flabby, smudged, low-end mess that occurs without a crossover.
- ALL THE CONNECTIONS YOU NEED. ¼-inch TRS balanced inputs on the back panel for professional audio devices, unbalanced RCA inputs for consumer electronics, plus a convenient front-panel ⅛-inch TRS stereo aux input for your phone.
Full Specifications
| Brand | PreSonus |
|---|---|
| Color | White |
| Model Name | ERIS SUB 8 BT WHITE |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Model Number | 2777500139 |
| Speaker Size | 8 inches |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
| Compatibility | Switch |
| Mounting Type | Floor Standing |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer |
| Built-In Media | 1 Eris Sub 8 BT subwoofer |
| Connection Type | Wired |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Woofer Diameter | 8 inches |
| Antenna Location | For Music Players |
| Audio Driver Size | 8 inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
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