Audioengine S8 Powered Subwoofer 8 Inch
- 8 inch driver in a floor-standing cabinet
- 250 W rated power, wired connection
- 11.26 x 11.26 x 11.26 in cube cabinet, 30 lb
- Black finish
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact wired subwoofer for adding low-end weight to a stereo or small theater system. The listing gives no input list or frequency range, so confirm connections before buying.
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ASIN: B0013J1DI0Model: S8Category: Subwoofers
Overview
A small living room or den gets low-frequency output from this floor-standing subwoofer, which uses a single woofer driver in a cube-shaped cabinet and connects by wire to the rest of the system.
A cube cabinet makes the S8 easy to place near a wall or beside a rack, and its rated power is aimed at filling a room with bass. The listing leaves out inputs, frequency response and controls, so connection details need checking before purchase.
Who it's for
Rooms with floor space near the main speakers and a wired signal path suit the S8. Buyers who want to hide the sub in a wall or ceiling, or who need a wireless connection, should look at a different type.
Pros and cons
- Compact cube cabinet
- Wired connection, no pairing needed
- Floor-standing, no mounting hardware needed
- Input types and frequency range not listed
- Wired only, no wireless connection
- Dense and heavy for its size
Performance notes
Bass output depends on the driver size, the amplifier behind it and where the cabinet stands in the room. A corner or a wall boundary raises low-frequency level, while open floor space gives a leaner result. The listing states no frequency range, so deep-extension claims cannot be checked.
Specifications
| Brand | Audioengine |
|---|---|
| Model | S8 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Driver Size | 8 incheslower than 86% of 38 subwoofers |
| Dimensions | 11.26 x 11.26 x 11.26 in |
| Weight | 30 lb |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power | 250 Wlower than 59% of 40 subwoofers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | Wired |
| Mounting | Floor standing |
| Other details | |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
| Brand Tech | Audioengine |
Closest rivals on specs
ELAC Debut 2.0 S10.2 Powered Subwoofer 10 Inch- Power 250 vs 200 watts (+25%)
- Driver Size 8 vs 10 inches (-20%)
ELAC Debut 3.0 Powered Subwoofer 10 Inch- Power 250 vs 200 watts (+25%)
- Driver Size 8 vs 10 inches (-20%)
- Weight 30 vs 25.3 pounds (+19%)
Sony SA-SW3 Wireless Subwoofer- Power 250 vs 200 watts (+25%)
- Weight 30 vs 10.5 pounds (+186%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audioengine S8 a complete speaker system?
No. It is a subwoofer that handles low frequencies only, so it needs separate main speakers and a source.
How does the Audioengine S8 connect to other gear?
The listing says wired and gives no input list. Check the seller page for the exact input types before buying.
Can the Audioengine S8 be wall mounted?
The listing gives floor standing as the mounting type and names no wall bracket.