While other manufacturers were building audio dinosaurs in the form of coffin-sized boxes, M&K led the way into the future with the world’s first satellite/subwoofer system, David & Goliath in 1976. The following year, M&K Sound introduced the Volkswoofer, the world’s first subwoofer with a built-in dedicated power amplifier.
M&K Sound have re-created the original Volkswoofer for an exclusive few who want a piece of history.
Limited to ONLY 100 pieces globally, these hand built 400Watt RMS Powered 12 Inch Subwoofer is available now for a very limited time.
Today M&K Sound loudspeakers have been chosen for the development and demonstration of the groundbreaking Dolby Digital Atmos Cinema & DTS-X Cinema and home surround format, for the first public demonstration of the high-resolution Blu-ray disc format, for sound production on Star Wars Episodes I-III and countless other award-winning music, film and TV productions, including Top Gun Maverick, Oppenheimer, Gladiator, Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones and the list goes on.
A Who’s Who of the professional audio world – film, music, mastering and broadcast studios – continue to entrust their livelihood to M&K Sound reference monitors and powered subwoofers.
Volkswoofer 12
M&K Sound is proud to announce the availability of the brand-new Volkswoofer 12 subwoofer, re-creating the original powered subwoofer from 1974 but with newer technology and groundbreaking bass.
Huge power output and enhanced performance
Increased amplifier power output over the former original Volkswoofer. Sound and Bass performance down to a thunderous 20Hz (-6dB), with walnut cabinetry and a magnetic grille, including an exclusive gold plated feet and back plate commemorating 50 years of M&K Sound performance in both the professional markets and domestic.
Sleek designs and compact form factors
The Volkswoofer offer’s new curved and tapered external housings, making them both discreet and ideal for placement within family rooms or design-conscious environments. Representing the timeless design of what was back in the 1970’s.
Our team of engineers have increased the amplifier power output over the former Volkswoofer to a massive 400 Watts RMS of Power. Achieving bass levels at or below 20Hz.
New and convenient M&K App control from a seated position
The Volkswoofer enable configuration from the comfort of a seated position via the convenient, downloadable M&K App, available at the Apple Store or Google Play Store. As well as adjustments to volume, crossover frequency, delay and phase, the state-of-the-art M&K App provides onboard control options for new owners to set up Manual EQ and Auto EQ parameters.
Manual EQ allows users to adjust frequency, gain and ‘Q’ of four independent EQs. Auto EQ compensates and corrects for acoustical room anomalies which can cause inferior bass performance. By taking measurements in and around the prime listening position, the proprietary M&K App applies acoustical corrections to deliver optimized listening conditions and reference bass performance in any home environment.
THX® Certification ensures movie audio performance “as the director intended”
The new Volkswoofer 12-inch has achieved THX® Certified Select status, meaning each can attain professional cinema audio reference levels in rooms of up to 3,000ft3 and 2,000ft3, respectively. The THX gold seal of excellence verifies the consumer can expect enjoyment of movie soundtracks “as the director intended.”