The McIntosh PS1K is a powered subwoofer with two 13-inch woofers and two dedicated 500-watt amplifiers. Its 1,000-watt combined amplification and adjustable integration controls bring the PS2K’s design approach into a smaller two-driver format.
Why This Model Matters
Each woofer has its own amplifier, keeping the driver and power-stage arrangement clearly defined. Carbon-fiber cones and LD/HP motor technology serve the low-frequency driver design, while adjustable filtering, equalization, level, and phase help the subwoofer work with the main speakers. It can support music or movie playback without a separate subwoofer power amplifier. The smaller format provides a different installation option from the four-woofer PS2K, though it remains a substantial component.
Highlights
Two 13-inch woofers
Two 500-watt amplifiers; 1,000 watts total
Carbon-fiber cone construction
LD/HP motor technology
Adjustable integration filters, equalization, level, and phase
Who It's For
For listeners seeking a substantial powered subwoofer with a more manageable scale than the PS2K. It suits stereo and theater systems where low-frequency integration will be planned through placement, measurement, and careful adjustment.
