Klipsch C-310ASWi Subwoofer

1 799,00 €

Klipsch C-310ASWi is a powered subwoofer for a home audio system. Its front-firing 10-inch Cerametallic™ driver is supported by side-mounted passive radiators. The BASH digital hybrid amplifier delivers 400 W of continuous power and 800 W of peak power. RCA, XLR, high-level and 2.4 GHz connections provide a choice of system-appropriate connection methods, while automatic room correction helps adapt reproduction to the selected position.

Description

Klipsch C-310ASWi subwoofer is designed to complement a home audio system and strengthen low-frequency reproduction. It features a front-mounted 10-inch active Cerametallic™ driver, supported by passive radiators on the sides of the cabinet.

The built-in BASH digital hybrid amplifier delivers 400 W of continuous power and 800 W of peak power. These ratings are not equivalent. Continuous power is the more relevant figure when assessing sustained amplifier performance.

Construction and finish

The front-firing active driver faces the listening area, while the side-mounted passive radiators also contribute to bass reproduction. For this reason, the sides must not be covered or placed directly against furniture.

Cerametallic™ refers to the cone material used in the active driver. The cabinet has a hand-polished, high-gloss piano finish, an important consideration when matching the subwoofer with other gloss-finished components in an audio system.

Wired and wireless connections

Two RCA line-level sockets accept an analogue signal from a compatible amplifier or audio source. This is the appropriate connection when the system provides an RCA subwoofer or line-level output.

The balanced XLR connection is intended for equipment with a corresponding balanced output. It is particularly useful where a longer cable run is required, as a balanced connection generally provides better rejection of interference picked up along the cable.

A high-level speaker connection allows the subwoofer to receive its signal from an amplifier’s speaker outputs. This option is useful when the amplifier does not have a dedicated line-level subwoofer output.

The 2.4 GHz wireless connection reduces the need for a long signal cable between the audio system and the subwoofer. Wireless operation requires a compatible transmitter. This model is compatible with the Klipsch WA-3 transmitter; check whether the transmitter is included before purchasing.

Controls and initial setup

Automatic room correction is provided to adapt bass reproduction to the selected position and the acoustics of the room. Place the subwoofer first, then run the automatic correction process. Once it is complete, assess the result from your usual listening position.

If crossover adjustment is handled by the connected amplifier, set it according to the capabilities of the main speakers. A crossover point that is too high may make the location of the bass source more noticeable. A setting that is too low may leave an audible gap between the subwoofer and the main speakers.

The Klipsch LowControl™ app was intended for adjusting and customising parameters from iOS and Android devices. The app’s current availability, operating-system compatibility and continued support have not been confirmed.

Positioning in the room

Leave clear space in front of the active driver and on both sides of the cabinet. Do not cover the passive radiators with curtains or push them directly against the sides of furniture.

Placing a subwoofer closer to a wall or room corner will generally increase bass output. Begin slightly away from the corner and adjust the position gradually. Judge the final result from your normal seating position. Run room correction again whenever the subwoofer is moved.

Technical specifications

Type Powered wireless subwoofer
Active driver One front-firing Cerametallic™ bass driver
Nominal driver diameter 10 inches
Passive radiators Side-mounted passive radiators
Amplifier type BASH digital hybrid amplifier
Continuous power 400 W
Peak power 800 W
Wired connections Dual RCA line-level connection, balanced XLR line-level connection, high-level speaker connection
Wireless connection 2.4 GHz
Compatible transmitter Klipsch WA-3
Room correction Automatic
App Klipsch LowControl™; intended for control from iOS and Android devices
Finish Hand-polished, high-gloss piano finish

FAQ

What type of system is this subwoofer intended for?

It is designed for a home audio system that requires a separate powered subwoofer. Its built-in amplifier drives the active bass driver.

Which connection should I use with a stereo amplifier or AV receiver?

Use RCA or XLR when the amplifier provides the corresponding line-level output. The high-level connection is useful in systems without this type of output.

What is required for a wireless connection?

The 2.4 GHz connection requires a compatible wireless transmitter. This model is compatible with the Klipsch WA-3 transmitter; check whether it is included before purchasing.

When should automatic room correction be performed?

Run room correction after choosing the subwoofer’s final position. Repeat it after moving the subwoofer significantly or changing the arrangement of the main speakers.

Where should I begin when choosing a position?

Start away from the immediate corner and keep both sides of the cabinet unobstructed. Adjust the position in small steps and evaluate each change from the listening position.