Audio System AE-10A Active Subwoofer
315,00 €
The Audio System AE-10A is an active subwoofer for a car audio system. Its built-in amplifier removes the need for a separate subwoofer amplifier. RCA and high-level inputs offer two ways to connect the signal, depending on your stereo. The bass reflex enclosure houses a 10-inch speaker, while the included remote controller makes it easier to adjust the bass level.
Audio System AE-10A is an active 10-inch subwoofer for a car audio system. Its built-in amplifier sits in a bass reflex enclosure, so you do not need a separate subwoofer amplifier. The unit accepts either an RCA line-level signal or a high-level speaker signal, letting you choose a connection that matches the outputs on your car stereo.
The enclosure and its place in the boot
The enclosure has a carpet covering and a protective grille in front of the speaker. The grille helps protect the speaker from direct contact with luggage. An “Aero” bass reflex port is located on the side. When choosing a position, leave that port open and make sure bags or other items cannot press against it.
The angled rear corner allows you to try placing the enclosure against the back of a seat. Whether it fits there depends on the shape of your boot. A hook-and-loop strip underneath is intended to reduce sliding, but its grip also depends on the boot lining. Check how securely the enclosure sits once it is in place.
Before settling on a position, measure the available space and check that the enclosure does not obstruct the boot floor hatch or your usual luggage. Orient the angled corner to suit the boot and face the side port toward open space. Try a few positions while listening from the driver’s seat: bass can sound different even when the enclosure is moved within the same boot. Once you find a suitable spot, check the grip underneath again and consider whether the items you carry every day could block the port.
How to connect it
If your car stereo has a subwoofer line output, use the low-level RCA input for the signal. To connect to the speaker signal from a factory stereo, use the high-level input. The high-level connector is included. Choose the input that corresponds to the signal available from your stereo; there is no need to use both.
Before connecting anything, check the labels on the stereo’s connections and consult its instructions. The type of signal matters: use the RCA path for a line output and the high-level path for a speaker signal. Check this again if you replace a factory stereo, since its previous connection method alone may not identify the right connections on the replacement. Leave enough slack in the cables at the enclosure’s chosen position to move it without pulling on them, and check that luggage will not pinch them.
A remote bass controller is also included. It lets you adjust the bass level without reaching the amplifier controls on the enclosure. Set the main controls after installation while listening to the system from your usual seat.
Adjusting the sound
The gain control helps match the built-in amplifier to the signal from the stereo. Start with a low setting and increase it gradually. If the sound becomes distorted, reduce the gain. This control does not replace the stereo’s volume control.
The low-pass filter sets the upper frequency handled by the enclosure. Around 80 Hz is a starting point; then listen and adjust it to work with the car’s other speakers. If voices seem to come from the boot, try lowering the cutoff. If you hear a gap between the bass and the other speakers, raise it carefully.
Bass boost acts at 45 Hz. Increase it only if you want more bass in that range; a higher setting is not needed for every recording. Compare both settings of the phase switch from the driver’s seat. Keep the one that blends the bass more effectively with the other speakers.
Change one setting at a time. Choose a familiar recording and your normal listening volume, set the filter, and gradually increase the gain until the bass supports the other speakers without overpowering them. Then compare the phase settings. Leave bass boost until last, if you still want it. Replay the same part of the recording after each change so you can judge that adjustment without the variation between songs.
Working with your existing system
In a typical car stereo system, adjust the enclosure while listening to it alongside the door speakers or other speakers already installed. Aim for a smooth transition so the bass sounds connected to the rest of the music. If another subwoofer enclosure is already operating in the car, assess both together from your usual listening position. Changing the level or phase of one enclosure can change the combined bass, so listen to the whole system again after each adjustment.
Technical specifications
| Type | Active car subwoofer in a bass reflex enclosure |
|---|---|
| Speaker | 10 inches |
| Built-in amplifier power | 240 W RMS |
| Bass reflex port | Side-mounted “Aero” port |
| Signal inputs | High-level and low-level RCA |
| Gain adjustment | Yes |
| Low-pass filter | 40-180 Hz |
| Bass boost | 0-12 dB at 45 Hz |
| Phase switch | 0° / 180° |
| Enclosure finish | Carpet |
| Speaker protection | Protective grille |
| Enclosure shape | Angled rear corner |
| Underside | Hook-and-loop strip to reduce sliding in the boot |
| Dimensions | 44 cm length × 30 cm depth at the base × 30 cm height |
| Included | Remote bass controller and high-level connector |
FAQ
Does this enclosure need a separate subwoofer amplifier?
No. The amplifier is built into the enclosure. The RMS power rating in the table describes that amplifier; it is not a peak power rating for the speaker.
Does a factory stereo need an RCA output?
No. The high-level input is designed to accept the stereo’s speaker signal, and the connector needed for that input is included.
Which input should I use if my stereo has an RCA output?
Use the RCA input to carry the line-level signal. Check the stereo’s subwoofer output settings before adjusting the gain.
Does this enclosure replace the car’s door speakers?
No. It adds low frequencies to the existing car audio system. Adjust the filter so the bass blends smoothly with the speakers already installed.
What if the bass sounds weak from the driver’s seat?
Play a familiar recording and compare the 0° and 180° phase settings while seated in the driver’s seat. Keep the setting where the bass is clearer and blends better with the other speakers. If that does not make enough difference, try another position for the enclosure in the boot.
Can I place the enclosure against the side of the boot?
Yes, provided there is space for the side-mounted bass reflex port. Leave it unobstructed and check that the strip underneath grips the boot lining.
When should I use the remote bass controller?
It is useful for changing the bass level between recordings. First, adjust the filter, phase and gain while listening to the complete car audio system.
