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Dayton Audio Classic CS1200 – 12" 200W Powered Subwoofer with Class-D Amplifier, Deep Bass and Clean Design for Home Theater & Music – Black

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Color: Black


Size: 12in


Features

  • COMPLETE YOUR SYSTEM: Pairs seamlessly with any speaker, adding the deep bass foundation your music and movies need.
  • DESIGN THAT FITS YOUR SPACE: Available in black, with a swappable grille to match your decor. Black grille included; gray sold separately.
  • CLEAN, POWERFUL BASS: A 200W Class-D amplifier and rigid, braced cabinet deliver tight, accurate low end without boominess or distortion.Clean, Powerful Bass: A 200W Class-D amplifier and rigid, braced cabinet deliver tight, accurate low end without boominess or distortion.
  • FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY & SETUP: Stereo RCA, LFE, and speaker-level inputs integrate easily with any system, with auto-on and simple controls for fast tuning.
  • DESIGNED IN THE USA: Backed by a long-lasting 5-year warranty for performance you can trust.

Description

Add deeper, more immersive sound to any room with the Dayton Audio Classic Collection powered subwoofers. Available in multiple sizes and finishes, each model blends easily into your space and delivers clean, controlled bass for movies, music, and gaming. Designed for real rooms and real systems, the Classic Collection subwoofers balance performance and practicality. Tuned for controlled, room-friendly bass, they enhance everything from movie nights to everyday music without overwhelming your space. Thoughtful internal engineering keeps bass tight and accurate, while the versatile cabinet design makes placement easy across a variety of layouts. With a choice of sizes and finishes, you can select the subwoofer that suits both your room and your décor. Simple connections and intuitive controls ensure seamless integration with your existing setup. Newly designed mineral-reinforced poly cone driver creates incredible low-frequency performance. High-efficiency Class-D amplifier provides consistent, reliable output with the power needed for impactful but controlled bass. Multiple inputs, auto-on operation, and adjustable crossover, phase, and volume make it easy to connect and set up. Rigid, internal bracing minimizes cabinet resonance, ensuring tighter, cleaner bass and more accurate low-frequency reproduction. Effortless bass performance that fits your room, your style, and your everyday moments, adding depth and warmth to movies, music, and all the ways you unwind. Dayton Audio CS800 Dayton Audio CS800 Dayton Audio CS1000 Dayton Audio CS1000 Dayton Audio CS1200 Dayton Audio CS1200 Audio components and products designed for every journey. At Dayton Audio, we’re passionate about making great sound accessible. We design high-quality, high-value audio products for builders, creators, and music lovers of every level. With U.S.-based engineering and a commitment to innovation and reliability, we’re here to help you enjoy, customize, and create the audio experience you’ve always imagined. We started over thirty years ago with a mission to make great sound accessible. Today we pair U.S. engineering with global manufacturing to deliver performance and value. We combine advanced engineering with affordable design, delivering performance that rivals premium brands. Every product reflects customer feedback, giving builders and audio enthusiasts products they can trust. We’re inspired by the creativity of the audio community. Helping people build or refine their projects fuels our passion.

Brand: Dayton Audio


Speaker Maximum Output Power: 200 watts


Frequency Response: 26 hertz


Connectivity Technology: RCA, Speaker Wire


Input Voltage: 120 volts


Mounting Type: Floor Standing


Speaker Type: Subwoofer


Antenna Location: For Home Theater Systems, For music


Subwoofer Diameter: 12 inches


Color: Black


Is Waterproof: False


Warranty Type: Limited


Speaker Size: 12 inches


Woofer Diameter: 12 inches


Specific Uses For Product: Home Entertainment


Speaker Maximum Output Power: 200 watts


Input Voltage: 120 volts


Unit Count: 1 Count


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 18"D x 15.5"W x 16.37"H


Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver


Audio Driver Size: 12 inches


Brand: Dayton Audio


Model Number: CS1200-Black


Model Name: CS1200-Black


Built-In Media: 6ft Power Cable, Rubber Feet, Speaker Grille, Subwoofer, User Manual


Warranty Description: 5 year manufacturer


Number of Items: 1


UPC: 848791011412


Manufacturer: Dayton Audio


Frequency Response: 26 hertz


Connectivity Technology: RCA, Speaker Wire


Subwoofer Connectivity Technology: Wired


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This little subwoofer packs a big punch. I was on the quest for a small subwoofer that would cover as large of a chunk of the lower bass notes as possible, while also fit my unique spatial requirements. I was also looking at the Audioengine s8 and the Yamaha HS8S as these 8" subwoofers extend below 30Hz, with the s8 extending to 27Hz and the Yamaha extending to 22Hz. Those 2 were a little out of my current budget but I greatly needed something to add to my Alesis Elevate 5 and Elevate 3 studio monitor front stage to add the missing sub 60Hz frequencies. This subwoofer is being utilized on a design workstation for the editing of music videos and mixing for future animation animation projects. Even though these subs don't play as low as I would like (I really need a 15" driver for this, but don't have the space). I have zero complaints. My workstation is now flat down to near 35hz (this was checked with pink noise and the Dayton Audio IMM6 with a spectrum analyzer app). Research showed they weren't as 'clean" as the 2 other models I was looking at, but this thing sounds insanely accurate. Punchy when needed, boomy when needed. Movies have the full bottom end to bring their audio to life. Only a handful of songs is the lack of sub-30Hz noticeable (most mix and master cuts off frequencies below 30Hz aside from some hip-hop, R&B, and EDM) Overall, the best "BOOM" for yoru buck in an 8" sub. Edit: 2 months in only issue had is having to tighten all the screws up on the woofer and amp as they began vibrating lose. I'd thought maybe I had hurt the driver. After a half turn or so on each of the screws everything was tight and right and back sounding nice. ... show more
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Quick Edit: not a big deal but I wish the auto on db level was adjustable, I found I really have to be pumping it to get it to trigger on. Thought I’d leave a review as I have seen fairly little on the review front when I was making my decision. Great 12” sub! More than fills my living room and connected kitchen. Right out of the box it was quite boomy but after going through a proper placement, tuning and delay routine it cleaned up very nicely. I almost feel as if the crossover is naturally lower than what’s stated on the knob as 80hz on the sub was far lower than 80hz on my amps crossover. I just opted for the amps crossover instead. Nothing major just something I noticed. I use it for about 70% music and 30% movie/show. I was surprised how much it can fill the room at this price point during movie watching. Don’t get me wrong it’s not “hit you in the chest” sub level but it can patch a punch during scenes with impact sounds. This sub gets far down in the frequency range, not as far as some $$$ subs but for the money this is definitely impressive and farther than I was expecting. I can’t give you exact hz levels but I would say it’s deeper than most at this price range. I have never heard the original Sub-1200 by Dayton but a lot of people say they are fairly similar. The big difference being the higher power which obviously adds quite a bit. If you are looking for a new cheaper sub that performs on that mid tier level I would recommend. It won’t blow you to kingdom come but it is definitely a solid (if not the best) choice in this price range. As this sub gives more expensive subs a run for their money, I could imagine Dayton upping the price as the word gets out. ... show more
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