B&W PV1

Powerful, incredible low-frequency kick, compact, great styling

Not as versatile as we would have liked for movies

Even though it’s clearly an exercise in contemporary styling, the PV1 is a great sub for music listeners. It’s not as fantastic if you watch movies, but it still does an exemplary job.

Extraordinary blend of power and speed ; utterly clean, uncoloured sound ; small and gorgeous

Nothing whatsoever

Best subwoofer £500+, Awards 2010. A remarkable subwoofer in every sense, the PV1 has to be taken seriously – it's awesome

A remarkable subwoofer in every sense, the PV1 has to be taken very seriously.

A remarkable subwoofer in every sense, the PV1 has to be taken very seriously.

Grunty yet controlled sound, Compact size, Great styling

Terrible manual, Only moderately less successful with movies

While the B&W PV1 could be described as a "style" subwoofer, it doesn't compromise on sound quality. Good for movies, great with music.

Compact size, unique look, low bass extension for its size and terrifically controlled sound ;

Pricey for a mini sub

You'll want to find a good spot for it and leave it there, as its 20.5kg bulk combined with its smooth and generally even bowling ball-sized aluminium alloy enclosure makes it difficult to move around, unless you're feeling cavalier enough to roll it,...

Krisp, livlig og pulverfin diskant ; Kjempestort lydbilde ; Stram og fyldig bass ; Subwooferen er med på notene

Alt har sin pris ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9 ; 9

tight, clear, hard, and very fast

not much. Wont burst your walls, but if flabby bass is your thing then you are not aware of what a real subwoofer should do