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While a powered subwoofer (active subwoofer) does not need to be connected to an amplifier since its amp is built-in, you can connect a powered sub to an amp for data transmission only. To do this, connect the two with RCA cables and plug the powered sub into the wall for its power source.
Does a powered subwoofer need an amplifier?
Yes. You will not need an amp for your sub, because one is built in. You haven't mentioned your main speakers. If you already have or opt for passive speakers, you will need an external amp.
Can you connect a powered subwoofer to a receiver?
If you are using your subwoofer with a home theater receiver, the connection is simple: Just run an audio interconnect cable like this one from the receiver's subwoofer output to the subwoofer's line input (pictured above). If the subwoofer has an input labeled LFE, use that one.
Can you connect a powered subwoofer to a speaker wire output?
You can connect a subwoofer to the high (speaker) level connections with speaker wires or a speaker connector. Check the specifications on your subwoofer beforehand. Using high (speaker) level connections will use the same audio signal for other speakers allowing for more precisely-timed bass.
How do I hook up my powered subwoofer?
How to Connect a Powered Subwoofer
- Locate the subwoofer preamplifier output. …
- Connect a coaxial cable with RCA-style plugs to the subwoofer output on your receiver. …
- Connect the subwoofer's power cable to a wall outlet and switch the unit on.
Can you use active speakers with an amplifier?
Powered speakers, also known as active speakers, are called such because they include a built-in amplifier. This means that they do not require the use, nor will they work with, an exterior amplifier. (In contrast, a passive speaker does not include the built-in amplifier.)
Are powered subwoofers any good?
Powered subwoofers can give you a quick, easy and efficient way to upgrade your car audio system. There are many benefits of having a powered subwoofer such as: better bass response, no need for additional amplifiers compared to non-powered subwoofers, simple installation vs.
How do I connect a passive subwoofer to an amplifier?
You can connect a passive subwoofer to an AV receiver by treating it as a loudspeaker and linking the subwoofer directly to your AV receiver via the speaker connectors. You can also power it with an external amplifier and treat it as a powered subwoofer that connects to the pre-out.
Can a powered subwoofer power passive speakers?
A powered subwoofer (active subwoofer) cannot act as the power source for speakers in your sound system. While a powered subwoofer has a built-in amplifier and does not rely on an additional power source for itself, the equipment does not have a speaker input/output capacity to supply power.