YAMAHA Corporation of America SW315 Subwoofer System - Black Ash
Brand | YAMAHA |
Model Name | SW315 |
Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
Subwoofer Diameter | 10 Inches |
Mounting Type | Floor Standing |
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- Physical Characteristics-Weight (Approximate)-41.89 lb
- YAMAHA 10" SUBWOOFER 270 WATT AMP. Frequency Response : 20 - 160 Hz (-10 dB)
- Yamaha YST-SW315 Subwoofer System - Black Ash
- 10-inch driver with high-efficiency, 250-watt PWM digital amplifier
- Advanced YST ensures that the speaker and amplifier work together to create perfectly linear speaker motion
- BASS (Bass Action Selector Switch) tailors the sub's output for video or music at the touch of a switch
- Yamaha's QD-Bass technology radiates bass in all directions for greater impact. Frequency Response : 20 - 160 Hz (-10 dB)
- Measures 13.75 x 17 x 15.1 inches (W x H x D)
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.4 | — | 4.8 | 2.3 | 3.8 | 4.6 |
Bass quality | — | 5.0 | 4.7 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Volume control | — | 4.3 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.0 |
Sold By | — | DataVision Computer Video | Walts TV | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
speaker size | 10 inches | 10 inches | 10 inches | 10 inches | 10 inches | — |
power source | AC | AC | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | AC |
connectivity tech | — | RCA | RCA | RCA | RCA | Wired |
speaker type | Subwoofer | Subwoofer | Subwoofer | Subwoofer | Bass reflex with down‑firing port | Subwoofer |
mounting type | Floor Standing | — | Floor Standing | Floor Standing, Tabletop | Tabletop, Floor Standing | Floor Standing |
weight | 21.63 pounds | — | 32.5 pounds | 22.05 pounds | 39.15 pounds | 26.5 pounds |
control method | touch | — | — | remote | remote | remote |
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The yst-sw315 is YAMAHA's newest subwoofer model, designed to provide extremely high quality bass performance for the enjoyment of both music and movies. it use two highly acclaimed technologies, advanced yst and qd-bass, to deliver deep and powerful bass with an amazing degree of clarity. a bass (bass action selector system) switch lets you choose between music and movie modes and you can also adjust the cutoff frequency of the high cut filter, giving you the best possible response with every sound source. sophisticated and powerful, this subwoofer will make every system sound a great deal better. General information - manufacturer - YAMAHA corporation general information - manufacturer part number - ystsw315 general information - manufacturer website address - YAMAHA general information - brand name - YAMAHA general information - product model - yst-sw315 general information - product name - yst-sw315 subwoofer system general information - product type - subwoofer system miscellaneous - additional information - qd-bass (quarter dispersion bass) technology advanced yst (YAMAHA active servo technology) pwm digital drive high efficiency amplifier with 270w dynamic power auto standby with sensitivity selector physical characteristics - weight (approximate) - 41.89 lb. YAMAHA's YST-SW315 offers 250 high-efficiency watts--enough power to deliver shattering, movie-theater-like bass effects. Full enjoyment of Dolby Digital and DTS surround sources requires deep, clear bass. This is especially true with 5.1- and 6.1-channel sound, because the ".1" channel is dedicated to the bass frequencies. That means you not only need a subwoofer, but a high-power subwoofer capable of handling extremely low frequencies. The YST-SW315's down-firing 10-inch driver translates power into clean bass sound, and the YST-SW315 boasts a frequency response of 20 to 160 Hz (-10 dB at the extremes of the range).
The YST-SW315 delivers high power at deep bass frequencies, with excellent stability and low power consumption. This is made possible by the sub's highly efficient PWM (pulse-wave modulation) digital-drive power amplifier. The amplifier achieves superior conversion efficiency by minimizing power loss from the power transistors. It delivers stable audio power while minimizing AC power consumption and heat production. As it requires no output filter coil, it's extremely quiet with low distortion.
YAMAHA's patented Advanced Active Servo Technology (Advanced YST) generates incredible bass from small speaker enclosures. This system uses negative-impedance feedback in the amp and a Helmholtz resonator in the speaker to provide strong and accurate bass.
QD-Bass (Quatre Dispersion Bass) technology uses a down-firing driver with square, pyramid-shaped reflective plates to radiate sound efficiently in four horizontal directions. The reflective plates (not used in other brands' down-firing subwoofers) negate any effects caused by the floor surface and reduce resonance between sound waves reflected from the floor and the unit. Most other systems use circular cones, but the YST-SW315 avoids firing sound into the legs of the cabinet by radiating in four directions. Changing the height of the pyramid varies the acoustic load, permitting relatively simple high-cut adjustment and improving bandpass properties. QD-Bass also grants greater freedom of placement, since the sound radiates with equal effectiveness in all directions.
The user-adjustable, continuously variable high-cut filter sets the highest frequency the subwoofer will deliver. It can be set anywhere from 40 to 140 Hz. For instance, if the filter is set at 75 Hz, only frequencies 75 Hz or below will be delivered by the subwoofer. This allows the sub's output to be matched to the lowest reproducible frequency of other speakers in the system and the room's acoustics for a seamless presentation.
The rotary volume control permits the perfect matching of the sub's output to the overall volume of the system. The YST-SW315 has a signal-sensing circuit. When the subwoofer detects an audio signal, it turns its power on. When it senses no signal for several minutes, it shuts itself off.
YAMAHA's BASS (Bass Action Selector Switch) tailors the sub's output for video or music at the touch of a switch. Two sets of inputs let the sub accept either line- or speaker-level inputs, while a handy phase normal/reverse switch makes it easy to phase the subwoofer with the other speakers in your system.
Three-way speaker terminals accept banana plug and a variety of other connectors, as well as speaker wire, and the YST-SW315's thick, rigid MDF cabinet reduces vibrations and resonance. The speaker's handsome black-ash finish blends in with room decor and complements many furnishing styles, and it's magnetically shielded so you can place it near a TV or computer monitor without degrading the picture.
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Yamaha's YST-SW315 offers 250 high-efficiency watts--enough power to deliver shattering, movie-theater-like bass effects. Full enjoyment of Dolby Digital and DTS surround sources requires deep, clear bass. This is especially true with 5.1- and 6.1-channel sound, because the ".1" channel is dedicated to the bass frequencies. That means you not only need a subwoofer, but a high-power subwoofer capable of handling extremely low frequencies. The YST-SW315's down-firing 10-inch driver translates power into clean bass sound, and the YST-SW315 boasts a frequency response of 20 to 160 Hz (-10 dB at the extremes of the range).
The YST-SW315 delivers high power at deep bass frequencies, with excellent stability and low power consumption. This is made possible by the sub's highly efficient PWM (pulse-wave modulation) digital-drive power amplifier. The amplifier achieves superior conversion efficiency by minimizing power loss from the power transistors. It delivers stable audio power while minimizing AC power consumption and heat production. As it requires no output filter coil, it's extremely quiet with low distortion.
Yamaha's patented Advanced Active Servo Technology (Advanced YST) generates incredible bass from small speaker enclosures. This system uses negative-impedance feedback in the amp and a Helmholtz resonator in the speaker to provide strong and accurate bass.
QD-Bass (Quatre Dispersion Bass) technology uses a down-firing driver with square, pyramid-shaped reflective plates to radiate sound efficiently in four horizontal directions. The reflective plates (not used in other brands' down-firing subwoofers) negate any effects caused by the floor surface and reduce resonance between sound waves reflected from the floor and the unit. Most other systems use circular cones, but the YST-SW315 avoids firing sound into the legs of the cabinet by radiating in four directions. Changing the height of the pyramid varies the acoustic load, permitting relatively simple high-cut adjustment and improving bandpass properties. QD-Bass also grants greater freedom of placement, since the sound radiates with equal effectiveness in all directions.
The user-adjustable, continuously variable high-cut filter sets the highest frequency the subwoofer will deliver. It can be set anywhere from 40 to 140 Hz. For instance, if the filter is set at 75 Hz, only frequencies 75 Hz or below will be delivered by the subwoofer. This allows the sub's output to be matched to the lowest reproducible frequency of other speakers in the system and the room's acoustics for a seamless presentation.
The rotary volume control permits the perfect matching of the sub's output to the overall volume of the system. The YST-SW315 has a signal-sensing circuit. When the subwoofer detects an audio signal, it turns its power on. When it senses no signal for several minutes, it shuts itself off.
Yamaha's BASS (Bass Action Selector Switch) tailors the sub's output for video or music at the touch of a switch. Two sets of inputs let the sub accept either line- or speaker-level inputs, while a handy phase normal/reverse switch makes it easy to phase the subwoofer with the other speakers in your system.
Three-way speaker terminals accept banana plug and a variety of other connectors, as well as speaker wire, and the YST-SW315's thick, rigid MDF cabinet reduces vibrations and resonance. The speaker's handsome black-ash finish blends in with room decor and complements many furnishing styles, and it's magnetically shielded so you can place it near a TV or computer monitor without degrading the picture.
What's in the Box
Subwoofer, user's manual, and warranty information.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 17 x 14.6 x 13.4 inches |
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Item Weight | 21.6 pounds |
Manufacturer | Yamaha Corporation of America |
ASIN | B00009W8XH |
Item model number | SW315 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #412,692 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #482 in Home Audio Subwoofers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | May 28, 2003 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 250 Watts |
Item Weight | 21.6 Pounds |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Customers say the subwoofer has great sound quality, with tight bass that can tear down walls. They also find the value of the product to be great, saying it's well made for the price. Customers say it performs very well, is effective, and is very useful. They appreciate the build quality, saying the cabinets are solid and built to last. Customers also like the volume and crossover range, size, and appearance of the sub.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it has great range, tight bass, and really explodes with bass and sound. The subwoofer performs quietly nicely, and it has volume control. It also has huge clean lows and rumbles that terrify dogs.
"...The YST-SW315 produces clean, punchy bass at just about any volume level, and when adjusted correctly will not overpower the rest of your audio...." Read more
"This sub fleshes out the lower frequencies down to 20 Hz. The effect is subtle at low volume, but is very noticeable when turned up for movie night...." Read more
"...Both music and movies sound fantastic, and I set the Music/Movies switch to Movies and just left it there...." Read more
"...I made the right decision. This woofer really explodes with bass and sound. I am very pleased...." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. They say it's a great product for the money, well made, and should satisfy the low-end needs of any audio application.
"...this subwoofer has exceeded my expectations, and is an incredible value for the price, I am giving the Yamaha YST-SW315 10-inch Digital Pro Series..." Read more
"This is really a great sub for the money...." Read more
"...this Yamaha YST-SW315 is a superb unit that should very easily satisfy the low-end needs of any audio application. Well-done, Yamaha ......" Read more
"...Great speaker, great price!BTW, the box for my original order arrived in a pretty sad condition...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the subwoofer. They say it's very effective, great, and has clear sound. They appreciate the tunable crossover and the active servo technology. Overall, customers are happy with the sub and say it fills their needs perfectly.
"...the SW315 in auto standby mode at all times, as I find this feature to work very well...." Read more
"This subwoofer performs very well for all my needs...." Read more
"...The active servo technology does work well when you want to have the best sound you can for movies and music...." Read more
"...Don't get me wrong , this sub does not disappoint. You just can't expect it to perform like a super high end subwoofer...." Read more
Customers like the build quality of the speakers. For example, they say the cabinets are solid and well built, and the speakers are built to last. Some mention the build is nice, but not very punchy for price. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and performance of the product.
"...The bass produced by the YST-SW315 subwoofer is very solid and punchy, and gives very little audible distortion at even high volume levels...." Read more
"...This is just my 2 cents of thinking. But this is a quality well built product...." Read more
"...all speakers are built well with the yamaha setting the pace for movies with its huge clean lows and rumbles that terrifies my dog...." Read more
"...for making this purchase was: $300 price range; deep, clear bass; solid TV, movie and music performance; accurate sound reproduction; high build..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the subwoofer. They mention that it is a great addition to fill in a stereo system, it is amazing and built to last. The subwoof delivers a lot of punch to almost any TV show or movie, and is well balanced with the music mode.
"...However, there are also speaker level inputs and outputs, for those that wish to connect the subwoofer inline, between their stereo amplifier and..." Read more
"...It has nice options for how you want it setup for cutoff, and I love the auto sensing power on/off...." Read more
"This subwoofer performs very well for all my needs. There is a music mode, which makes the response much cleaner, and a movie mode which lets the..." Read more
"This is a great subwoofer for a medium sized listening area. It provides deep powerful bass for movies and music...." Read more
Customers like the volume and crossover range of the speakers. They say they love being able to adjust the settings, the controls are on the front, and the high cut filter adjustment control works well. They also appreciate the tunable crossover, which is easy to tune to room and other components.
"...The high cut filter adjustment control works very well, allowing you to determine the high-end frequency cutoff of the speaker...." Read more
"...Another nice feature is the front panel controls which makes it very easy to adjust the sound for different circumstances...." Read more
"...I like the tunable crossover - very useful...." Read more
"...I call it a sub/woofer because the cutoff frequency is adjustable and goes up to 350hz. It also has volume control...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the subwoofer. They mention that it is small, powerful, and well worth the extra size. Some say that it can be hidden behind a piece of furniture and is excellent for a mid-sized family room or living room. Overall, most are happy with the compact size and the versatile input options and controls.
"...I feel that this subwoofer is excellent for a mid-sized family room or living room, but may not be well suited for an extremely large room, unless..." Read more
"...by 13 ft viewing space, i stuck with the yamahas for their small and stylish footprint...." Read more
"...Still - given its audio-system use, the size of the space it fills, and its price, it’s hard to see how this could disappoint a home listening space...." Read more
"...big (there is an 8" version) but after listening to it the extra size is well worth it...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it is good looking, stylish, and rock solid. Some are happy with their purchase and say that it looks great in their living room.
"...It is small enough to hide behind a piece of furniture but looks good enough to leave out in plain view...." Read more
"...This seemed to fit the bill, from stylish looks to power and the fact that it had a great range down to 20hz...." Read more
"Great sound and great price. Good looking and stylish! Would by again." Read more
"...Great for movies. I like the controls in front. The silver accent on black is nice looking...." Read more
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I purchased the YST-SW315 for my home office, to provide extra depth for the surround system that I have connected to my computer and other A/V equipment. The SW315 subwoofer sits on the floor, hidden below a corner desk unit. This sub enclosure measures 13-3/4" (W) x 16-15/16" (H) x 15-1/16" (D), and weighs roughly 42 lbs. Although it's not extremely small, this sub really doesn't take up that much room. It is a fairly square shaped box with a flat surface, so you can always sit something on top of it if you desire. I have the sub hooked to my surround receiver via the line level inputs. However, there are also speaker level inputs and outputs, for those that wish to connect the subwoofer inline, between their stereo amplifier and stereo speakers. It is magnetically shielded, so this subwoofer can be placed next to anything without worry of magnetic interference from the speaker itself.
The YST-SW315 subwoofer utilizes two technologies that are unique to Yamaha.
* Advanced YST - Advanced Yamaha Active Servo Technology is a unique system in which the speaker and amplifier work together to cancel out impedance so the speaker unit has a perfectly linear motion. Advanced YST helps to ensure the highest levels of sound pressure and overall performance.
* QD-Bass Technology - Quatre Dispersion Bass technology uses down-firing drivers with square, pyramid-shaped reflective plates to radiate the sound efficiently in four horizontal directions. The reflective plates negate any effects caused by the floor surface and reduce resonance between sound waves reflected from the floor and the unit.
I don't know much about Advanced YST and QD-Bass Technology, but I do know this subwoofer sounds great. Although relatively small, this little speaker box packs quite a punch, and fills the room with deep sound that you can feel as well as hear. I use this subwoofer for a combination of listening to music, for computer game play and for watching movies. There is a button, on the subwoofer control panel, that lets you select "Movie" or "Music" mode. There is a noticeable sound difference between the two modes, so a user would definitely want to utilize this button when switching between watching movies and listening to music. The control panel, which is located on the front side of the subwoofer cube, also contains a volume knob, an auto standby (on/off) switch, a high cut filter (on/off) switch, and a high cut filter adjustment knob. The auto standby feature is very handy, as it allows the subwoofer to power itself up when it receives sound and goes into standby (sleep) mode when no sound is present after about 5 minutes. Power consumption, while in standby mode, is only 0.5 watts, so I personally love the convenience and energy efficiency of the auto standby feature. If you prefer to power the subwoofer on and off manually, the main power switch is located on the back of the unit, rather than on the control panel itself. Next to the on/off power switch is also a Phase Control switch, so you can select whether you want the sub to work in normal or reverse phase. I will not go into what phase changing does to the sound, but audiophiles will understand that reversing the phase would be the same as reversing the positive and negative wire connections on the back of a loudspeaker. It simply changes whether the speaker cone moves inward or outward to produce sound waves.
The high cut filter adjustment control works very well, allowing you to determine the high-end frequency cutoff of the speaker. Obviously a subwoofer is meant to produce very low frequency sounds, so being able to cut out somewhat higher frequencies can produce much cleaner, punchier bass sound. This control allows you to customize the bass sound, to best match the speakers that you have producing the higher frequencies. When set correctly you should experience a full bodied sound, without any dropouts in the frequency range between the main speakers and the subwoofer.
Here are some technical specs of the YST-SW315:
* Advanced YST Technology
* QD Bass Technology
* High Efficiency Power Amplifier: 250-watts nominal / 270-watts dynamic power
* Multi-Range Driver: 10" Cone
* Magnetic Shielding
* Phase Control Switch: Normal or Reverse
* High Cut Filter: 40 - 140 Hz
* Auto Standby
* Bass Action Selector System: Movie Mode or Music Mode
* Inputs: Line-level in (RCA phono x 2), Speaker-level in (heavy-duty post x 2)
* Outputs: Speaker-level pass-through (heavy-duty post x 2)
* Frequency Response: 20 - 160 Hz (-10 dB)
* Power Consumption: 80-Watts (operation) / 0.5-Watts (stand-by)
* Warranty: 2 years (parts & labor)
Overall I have been extremely pleased with the Yamaha YST-SW315 subwoofer. The flat-black cabinet fits in well with most of today's stereo equipment, and this model is also available in silver and glossy piano-black finishes as well. It is small enough to hide behind a piece of furniture but looks good enough to leave out in plain view. There is an air outlet port on one side, so you will want to make sure to place the cabinet in an area where the air can escape without restriction, otherwise the sound will be affected in a negative way. A few inches of clearance should prove adequate for the air to move freely. The speaker cone itself is located on the bottom of the cabinet, which fires down toward the floor and therefore doesn't require any special clearance. The bass produced by the YST-SW315 subwoofer is very solid and punchy, and gives very little audible distortion at even high volume levels. I feel that this subwoofer is excellent for a mid-sized family room or living room, but may not be well suited for an extremely large room, unless you added a second subwoofer (one for each channel - left & right). My home office measures roughly 16' x 18', and this subwoofer is able to fill that room with gut-rumbling bass very well. I leave the SW315 in auto standby mode at all times, as I find this feature to work very well. It should be noted, however, that there is about a 6-second delay before the subwoofer begins working, after it receives a signal from your audio source. This may prove annoying for those that use the subwoofer for music. But for movie watching it really isn't an issue since the sub only misses the first few seconds of the opening music score (usually a movie preview that comes on before the actual movie begins).
Although I cannot guarantee that this subwoofer will prove to be perfection for every consumer, I honestly cannot find one fault in this device. I have pushed this speaker pretty hard in the past, and I have yet to notice any serious distortion or the typical overpowering boomy sound that many subs produce. The YST-SW315 produces clean, punchy bass at just about any volume level, and when adjusted correctly will not overpower the rest of your audio. It has a powerful built-in amplifier and looks, feels, and sounds very well made. Since this subwoofer has exceeded my expectations, and is an incredible value for the price, I am giving the Yamaha YST-SW315 10-inch Digital Pro Series Subwoofer 5-stars. I highly recommend it for anyone that is looking to add solid low-end frequencies to their stereo or home theater audio system.
The SW315 was relatively easy to setup by having the controls on the front. Just a bit of iteration to get the sound that I liked. The wiring of the audio was duck soup. A second RCA cable and a Y splitter.
I am extremely happy with this system that I have ordered through Amazon.
This part does not have any issue with the performance of the components. It does have everything to do with delivery. I had no problem receiving the YAS-706 years ago other than the fact that it was a large ~35# box. I do not remember how it was shipped. About a ago year I ordered a SW315 an it was shipped USPS and a porch pirate got it. Fortunately, Amazon covered that loss. This SW315 was shipped UPS and needless to say I was watching the tracking like a hawk. I checked the tracking and it said "delivered" one minute ago. No knock on the door. I look outside around the front door and the back porch. NOTHING. I then look up the the UPS cry line and am talking to the rep telling him I Did Not Receive The Package. The I hear a knock on the door and I tell the rep to hang on for a minute. Sure enough my SW315 was on the front stoop and I ask the UPS guy what happened and he was 100% honest: "We dropped it off at the wrong house." They had retrieved it and I said no harm, no foul. The box looked good and I got back to the UPS rep and told him everything looked OK.