1961 Subwoofer 1S

Based on 105 reviews

Tighter. Sharper. Deeper. And more dynamic. Yes, you can have all your bass in one sleek, sealed, smaller-sized casket. For smooth detailed hi-fi sound, and a low end that lacks for nothing.

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“Styling and build quality impress too – it’s a speaker series that outshines its price tag.”

Quote from 1961 Series EISA award

This speaker is for you if

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your room is up to 25m²

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you desire powerful, tight & precise bass down to 19Hz

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you’re pairing with our 1961 or 1723 speakers

“If you want serious bass performance in your room without a huge box, the 1961 subs are a great choice.”

Quote from Audioholics review

Reviews from our customers

  • Excellent

    4.9 out of 5

  • Heads & shoulders above any other audio buying experience in my 53 years of living!

    John Collier
  • Speakers sound amazing and the build quality is top notch. Couldn’t be happier.

    Talosian
  • My highest recommendation even for those who can afford much more expensive gear!

    Gladiator
  • Value is incredible. Sound is huge. Super pleased with purchase.

    Jeffrey Mercado
  • What made my experience great; that the level of customer service was outstanding.

    Garvin Worrell
  • …quality build very impressive and sound for home the best alI have had…

    Tom Witziers
  • Fast delivery. Best product i have ever tested. Good customer service!

    Håvard D. Jenssen
  • …these speakers are of the highest quality build and provide excellent performance…

    Scott McKanna
  • Above and beyond! They really stand by their products.

    Sid
  • Even my wife was like, those speakers are great!

    Richard Lawrence

Lack for nothing
on the low notes

1961 Subwoofer 1S

Compact. Yet insane performance.

Market-leading bass with its unique driver design from the 12.2″ woofer. The magnetic grill makes it easy to show off the high driver excursion.

1961 Subwoofer 1S

Smart amplification

Full 550W real power down to 10Hz with market-leading technology and functions. A new statement. Avalanche 550 IQ.

1961 Subwoofer 1S

Extensive connections

No more problems connecting AV-Receiver and stereo amplifier at the same time. 550 IQ manages this elegantly.

1961 Subwoofer 1S

12.2″ High excursion driver

Premium performance.

1961 Subwoofer 1S

Hi-res display

When we add tens of features, we need extensive yet simple and intuitive controls. All displayed on the hi-res LCD display.

1961 Subwoofer 1S

The Puck

Customized resonance-free feet installed.

MORE DETAILS AND FEATURES

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  • 1961 AVALANCHE 550 IQ AMPLIFIER

    “Revolutionary” is rarely used in the audio industry, especially for speakers and subwoofers. The new Avalanche 550 IQ subwoofer amplifier from Arendal Sound is one exception, measured in performance and technology. State of the art amplifier designed and developed from scratch to give performance and features you could only ask for at much higher price levels.

  • 1961 12.2″ WOOFER

    Every part of this driver has been thoroughly engineered, Klippel and FEA analysed and customized to deliver high output, low distortion, accurate bass. Designed to get the typical explosive, hard hitting dynamics, precision control and bass definition required to resolve the finest details of music that Arendal Sound is known for from the 1723 Series.

  • THE PUCK

    We have customized a new slick puck-design mounted with M6 bolts. They create extreme stability against the floor. Branded with the Arendal Sound logo.

  • 1961 PREMIUM FINISH

    1961 Series comes in high quality paint finish and hand buffed. We offer black and white texture matte finishes. Premium finish you would expect from a premium product. No vinyl.

  • 1961 MAGNETIC GRILLS

    We did not cheap out on looks.

dimensions and tech specs

Dimensions (H/W/D)

41.5 x 31.5 x 41.5 cm
(16.3 x 12.4 x 16.3 in)

Weight

20 kg
(43.9 lbs)

Enclosure

Sealed

Enclosure material

High Density Fiberboard (HDF)

Break-in for optimal performance

50 hours

handbook

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Woofer

12.2″

Frequency response
EQ1 19Hz-200Hz (+/-3dB)
EQ2 26Hz-200Hz (+/-3dB)

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Frequency

Frequency response does not reflect maximum output but shows its true response in a anechoic chamber. Typically you will see an elevated response in the bass response below 40Hz in room due to room gain, which can add around 6dB pr. octave under 40Hz depending on the size of your room.

CEA 2010

CEA-2010 is measured at 2m distance, following current guidelines. CEA-2010 measurements should be presented in 1m Peak measurements currently, although many are still using 2m RMS, so we include these as well.

Please note that our vented design is extremely difficult to accurately measure as the port and driver are on different planes. We are suffering some output on CEA-2010 measurements for this reason.

Professional reviews

  • Great bang for your buck!

  • Every time we test Norwegian products, we are accused of being overly positive, but could it simply be that the products made here are so well thought out and proper that they deserve all the praise they get?

  • Very well designed speakers, with a premium finish that is noticeable right out of the box. They offer a neutral and transparent sound, with magnificent dynamics and perfect integration.

  • Terrific choice for those who don’t wish to sacrifice fidelity even at very high drive levels, so if you like the idea of the subwoofer keeping its composure in all circumstances, the 1961s are well worth consideration. 

  • It tells me that someone at the company, most likely the owner, just cares a lot about the product.

  • Arendal continues to deliver interesting home cinema products, but they play music just as impressively. Even if the speakers in this case are very compact there is still a lot of, and cool sound to hear.

  • The subwoofer has the nice ability to disappear completely from its physical placement and just exist in the room, due to the solidly built box and completely free from distorting sounds.

  • With the new 1961 series, Arendal now offers the proven technology and thrilling sound of the 1723 models at a remarkably fair price.

  • These are serious speakers built and finished to a high standard. You will never think: “This is a bit cheap”.

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Buying directly from Arendal Sound ensures you get the utmost value for your investment. You communicate directly with our industry-leading customer experience specialists for a fast, smooth, and accurate response. 

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And with a built-in 60-day audition period, we promise you a risk-free purchasing experience with no hidden catches. Experience it for yourself.