Do subwoofers get old?

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There are a lot of variables that will impact how long your equipment lasts, but in general a good sub can last for 20+ years. I had an old Sony subwoofer than was purchased in 1999 which I ended up selling to a friend of mine. It's still cranking away and that thing was used and abused during my college years.Jan 28, 2019

How many years will a subwoofer last?

The lifespan of a subwoofer can range from around 4-14 years. If it's properly maintained and not abused, the average person should be able to get 10+ years out of their subwoofer.

Do subwoofers degrade over time?

Subwoofers do not go bad with age. An old subwoofer usually sounds similar to when it was new, and the audio quality won't degrade over time. However, if one of the components in a subwoofer fails, the subwoofer will stop working altogether. Replacing the damaged component will fix the old subwoofer.

Do subwoofers get worn out?

Of course subwoofers wear out, everything wears out given enough time. Whether or not they wear out at a rate that makes a difference is another question. All of the soft parts will loosen up, the surround will start to deteriorate, and tinsel leads and voice coils can be damaged.

Should I replace my subwoofer?

If your total score is 0-5, you can probably get by with your current subwoofer. If your total score is > 5, it's time to consider a subwoofer upgrade. Example: If you listen at > 120 dB (add +2), if your room is > 5000ft^3 (add +3) if you current have a Bassaholic Large certified sub (add +1).

How long do speaker woofers last?

Most speakers last twenty plus years in a good environment like most homes. Outside with varying temperatures, conditions and humidity expect less. Amps is tough to say because of the different quality of components inside them, capacitors leak etc.

Can subwoofers damage your car?

Subwoofers can damage some parts of a car. It can loosen parts such as the rearview mirror, door panels, and the nuts holding them to loosen. However, subwoofers do not cause any structural and mechanical damage to cars.

How long do car audio systems last?

as to your question – you should get at least five years out of speakers, 10 or more is easy to attain. regular use at low-to moderate volumes is best for longevity, but a good speaker can take a lickin' and keep on tickin' (so to speak).

How do you know when a subwoofer is bad?

Subwoofers are blown when they either receive too much power or too much of a distorted signal. You can find out if your subwoofer is blown by listening to the sound, reviewing the movement of the woofer, and using a multimeter to find out if the coil is blown.