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

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.

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.

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