Bazooka BTA8100 BT Series 8-Inch 100-Watt Amplified Tube Subwoofer

I have owned this product for nearly six months, and I am quite satisfied with it. I have had no problems with quality of workmanship, parts, performance, or reliability (though, I should note that the unit turns off if the stereo is not turned up past a certain volume level, which is something I wasn't expecting for some reason). Readers should be aware that I have a low technical knowledge of electronics, and audio equipment; and while I play the bass and love music, I am not an accomplished musician or expert in sound quality either.First, I installed the unit myself. I purchased an additional kit in order to have adequate quality and length for the cables running from the back of the Bazooka unit (A/V and power) to the back of an after market Kenwood deck (and the battery, in the case of the power cable). Set up and installation were not difficult for me, though, I can see why someone not inclined to fiddle with things themselves would want to have it installed.Second, this is literally one of the only units that would fit in my 97 Nissan, single cab pickup. The seat is pulled way forward, and the unit barely fits- but it's in there.Third, I listen to all genres of music, and I feel like this unit adds the needed depth to most musical experiences. However, it should be noted that this is not a "bass system" in the sense that most people are hoping. It fills the cab of my truck with sound, I can feel it vibrating the back of my seat and see it vibrating the mirrors, but it is not the kind of gut rattling - stare inducing - wall of sound, bass for which many enthusiasts are looking. I love to listen to hip-hop, pop, and rap music. However, this unit does not necessarily do those genres justice. Is it better than door mounted speakers alone? Absolutely. Will people in the cars next to you at stop lights be able to tell what you are listening to? Nah.So, here is the bottom line. People that purchase these speakers should have reasonable expectations about what this unit will accomplish. It will add the much needed "lower end" to the music you enjoy. It is likely to keep up with the output of your deck and other speakers. It is convenient because it fits in small vehicles and does not require an amplifier. Buyers should note that this unit will be a huge disappointment if you are looking for something to carry a "bass system." It will not give you either the volume or the ultra low range of bass that is necessary to enjoy certain types of hip-hop and rap.This unit has been well worth the money I paid for it, both in its reliability and in its quality performance. Five stars.

I bought this for my jeep wrangler a month ago. Its pretty much what I was hoping for. It really added a lot fuller of sound to my factory speakers. It's not what you want if your goal is to shake the whole block when your driving up the street and you want the whole neighborhood to notice you. It sounds really good for what I listen to classic rock, metal, and punk.The only thing I was a little upset about is that it was too big to fit under my back seat. So I had it installed in the back trunk. Which is my fault for not sizing it right. All in all I am very satisfied with the product...

The media could not be loaded. This speaker is amazing and sounds great without the rear view mirror vibrating. Only had it installed for a day and it was easy to install. Purchase the wire install kit if you dnt have RCA jacks, etc. Bazooka has a great tech support that answers all questions and they are super nice! The video DOESN’T do it justice!!

I bought this product over a month ago, At first I thought it was ok ... Well later on I found the stock power and ground wire SHOULD BE REPLACED!!!!, Since I did that I have better quality sound out of it... But now I'm wanting more power, (go figure) It is good for what it is... I'm currently building my system, when I ordered this tube ,I also ordered a alpine 4 ch amp... but now I can see I'm wanting to go with a seperate sub and amp...

June 21st, 2012. Just received my 8" Bazooka with built in 100 watt amp (supposedly) after much anticipated delivery, I already had my new JVC head unit equipped with the RCA's to the trunk, power wire, ground, remote turn on, man I was ready (all joints soldered). The install was quick and easy, the hard part was severe depression and disappointment felt when the system fired up, it really is low volume. I retraced all steps to see what I could have done wrong, surely this thing can't be this bad, I've used passive Bazooka's in the past and was well satisfied. I am 66 years old, like oldies and country so I don't need boom boom bass, and I tell you what, this is the most disappointing accessory I have ever installed in a vehicle. It has literally made me sick at the stomach to think of the time and money spent for this speaker and the disappointment I feel. It should be taken from the market, I know many good reviews have been written about this product, but I have to wonder if maybe the folks at Bazooka didn't write them! I now know why there are so many Bazooka powered speakers for sale on Craigslist. I will be removing this from the vehicle and trying to return it to Amazon, or Bazooka or who ever wants it, I surely don't. Please don't wast your money on this set up, there are many other good ones out there, try them at your local stereo shop before you buy.JimDestrehan, La

I listen to contemporary christian rock music and classic rock such as Bon Jovi, Whitesnack, Def leppared and AC/DC. I was looking for something to fill in the low end of the sound sprectrum of my factory JBL sound system. This Bazooka tube fit perfectly. I now have a balanced sound system in my Toyota 4-runner. I have the Bazooka tube's gain set at a 1/3 of the way up and highs and mids going to the 6 factory speakers and I have to say it sounds awesome. Perfect. I have gotten compliments from everyone that has set in my SUV. They all have been very impressed with the output of this sub and the factory sound system. If you are looking for something to rattle windows this isn't for you. If you are wanting everyone at every stop light to hear you than this isn't for you but if you are looking for something to fill in those low notes that your coaxial speakers will not reproduce and give you a sound as if your sitting at a concert than you will probably not do better than this product. I will also say that you will not find a better place to buy this sub from than Amazon.com.