FIXED! Jamo S 810 Sub Review!

[@championthewonderhorse9733]

I bought 2 808 S subwoofers - I love their slim dimensions and grey grille - they look amazing and don't take up much space and sound great too. I like the bottom mounted connections - it can then be placed against a wall easily.

[@dylandecker1429]

I respect and love your review style! Good work sir.

[@jonsays3762]

Thanks for the review. Don't be afraid to look at the camera in a review!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Yah, my eyes wonder a lot because of my glauchoma.

[@solomonanczarski5402]

I like my jamo s810 sounds really tight and very musical. It's not boomy at all in fact, I would compare it more to a sealed sub than a ported one. It doesn't fill a room with bass pressure like larger box enclosure, but it will play all the low notes that you might have been missing otherwise.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Definitely! Bass is pretty tight for a ported sub.

[@fondoo]

Thanks for your review. I’m getting a s808

[@alphacapo]

These go under your couch or chair nicely

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Indeed!

[@lennyzee]

I'm looking for a decent sub for music only in a small room so this might be the one...a few quirks but they seem minor and in line with the price. Thanks for the video!!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Its really a great sub in its price class and I heard its on sale for $129 on adoroma.

[@betukoso]

I got this one based on price and positioning advantages only... it's very good but it sounds WAY better plugged to my DBX DRIVE RACK PA2 and equalized rather than directly to the Sub output of my receiver ROTEL 1055... it integrates very well with my 2.1 system, B&W CDM1-SE bookshelf speakers, ROTEL RB-1582 MKII power amp, and the mentioned receiver that I use as 2-channel preamp only.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I am guessing the Drive Rack has a more powerful EQ system which helps improve the sound. Sounds like a nice setup tho!

[@Zimmy_1981]

Expensive gear mate, baller 😮

[@wintermoot3298]

Thanks for the review!

[@massimofi]

Thanks, nice review. I think it is for me.

[@ahopkins1978]

great review!

[@corkydukeII5898]

The 1st gen I received of this model (from Crutchfield) had that commonly reported 'Amp issue' (annoying 'thumping' that wouldn't go away). Once I contacted Klipsch to send out another one (replacement amp), it performed decently. : D

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

That's good. I'm not sure what version this is, but I did not notice an issues with the amp.

[@Benke01]

I'm considering buying the Jamo 810 S. Do you know how to identify the generation of the sub?

[@corkydukeII5898]

@@Benke01 Not really. My guess is, if you were to buy a 'new' 810 sub now, it would almost certainly contain the 'revised' amp, since they've (Jamo) identified the defect more than a yr ago (maybe 2 yrs by now....). I'd check with the supplier/retailer 1st before purchasing it (well, if it's from Amazon, I guess you really can't check....but if buying from Crutchfield they would probably clue you in with accurate info...)

[@Benke01]

@@corkydukeII5898 If they put in the effort to even fix the problem, that is. 😂 I really hope so! I've read people reviews on different sites all from 2019-2021 complaining about the amp of the speaker. But the later ones might actually have been that the amp was just dead instead of the heartbeat problem when I'm thinking about it. 🤔 Thanks for the reply! 🙂 I'm from Sweden so Crutchfield is not an option. But a famous site are getting new ones in september so I'll possibly buy from them so I know I'll have the best changes of getting a good one. 🙂

[@PhotoTerco]

$129 in Adorama right now, thanks for the review! I'm gonna use it for my desk set up (Elac UB5 2). I also have the Jamo 809, 803, S83 with J 10 for Home Theatre, maybe I can add a second sub.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

$129 is a screaming deal! I would jump on that! I would be curious to see how the S810 compares to the J10.

[@Jordan_Schiefer]

@rodrigo How do you like the J 10?

[@PhotoTerco]

@@Jordan_Schiefer I live in apartment, J10 is a bit overkill, I put the gain around 1/4 and sound great more than that and the whole apto rumble xD

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@Jordan_Schiefer I am curious as well.

[@joshuawoolfolk8516]

just got it for 90

[@vinyljoe1940]

I know most speakers sound better without the grille. Does it matter for subs? I wouldn't think so but thought I'd ask.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

It really doesn't make a noticeable difference with the grills on vs off. This is true for many speaker as they are designed to perform to spec with the grills on.

[@TheDarmach]

Would you take a look if Jamo S210 is worth to buy as a low cost unit?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I've not heard the S210, but I am sure it is a good unit! All the Jamo stuff is well-rated for its price class.

[@FedericoBuchbinder]

Thank you for this video, it's making me consider getting this sub. Do you think it will pair nicely with my JBL L166 speakers? Or it will not make much of a difference? I'd use it mostly for music.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Don't those speakers have 12" woofers? If so I doubt this sub will make a huge difference. It would really depend on how low the JBL speakers go. This sub really starts producing bass at around 40hz. You Could always order it form amazon and return if it doesn't.

[@FedericoBuchbinder]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile Thanks much for your reply. Here's the spec page for these speakers: www.lansingheritage.org/images/jbl/specs/home-speakers/1976-l166/page4.jpg The size/shape/looks of this Jamo would've been perfect for my space. Too bad.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@FedericoBuchbinder I still don't see a frequency response measurement. Considering that your speakers have a 12" driver I would suggest the Jamo C912 sub as it goes a bit deeper than the S810.

[@FedericoBuchbinder]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile Thank you once again! I'll take a look at that model. Cheers.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@FedericoBuchbinder Yah, its a little more than the S810, but its a better sub.

[@Bobi816]

Need a slim sub for my small apt living room. Would you recommend this or the mono price slim sub you reviewed too? (Or something else) thanks!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I guess it depends on your budget? The S 810 is great at is price point, but there are certainly better compact subs on the market. Of course, you will end up paying more. The Monoprice THX 8" sub is a better sub and it can actually be found on sale for about the same price as the Jamo. It's not as pretty as the Jamo, but has better performance. That would be the route I would in an apt. SVS has their Micro 3000 that I've heard a lot of good things about. I'm sure it is a lot better than the the S 810 or Monoprice, but it cost quite a bit more. Again, it all depends on your budget.

[@Bobi816]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile appreciate the advice, I’ll look into those that you mentioned, thanks!

[@beoz658]

Good review, I just got mine today and it is for my Mac air. So for Spotify and KZbin along with my Klipsch wow all I need. I got it for $177. Also it is in my living room so lots of room for the music to breathe.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Very nice!

[@jsg1469]

I have the 803's in a 14 x 14 living room. Was thinking of getting the 808. I don't need a ton a bass and my space is limited. Would the 808 make much difference? If its not going to make a lot of difference I'll just skip it. It would be for music only.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

If you can afford it, get two of the 808's. Otherwise, one 810 would work well. The 810 digs a little lower than the 808 and doesn't cost a lot more so I think it is the better choice.

[@smaganas]

Thank you!!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

You are welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@daogenify]

Nice review man I've the Jamo 809 HCS but after your review I'm not sure if this one is right for me. I live in an apartment thou.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Why do you think its not right for you? I actually think it would make great apartment sub!

[@stjah69]

Hello, this video is old I hope to have an answer. Is it normal that the LED lights up blue when there is no signal and red when there is a signal? It's not really logical.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I no long have this sub so I can't look at the light. Could be a manufacturing quirk, but as long as the sub is functioning properly I wouldn't worry about it too much.

[@stjah69]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile Tank you

[@tomas12912]

Thank you! Please what do you recommend for home theater? I plan Jamo S93, 91, c 9 and planned S 810 but now I am scary that it will be not good for home theater.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I would look at the C 912 or 912 if you want to match the Jamo speakers. For a little deeper bass response look at the Dayton SUB1000 or SUB1200. If you can spend a little more the SVS SB1000 is an amazing home theater sub for around $400!

[@tomas12912]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile Thank you very much! And what about surrounds? Jamo c 9 sur or Monitor audio bronze 50? 🤔

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@tomas12912 Its always best to brand match all speakers and series match if possible. If you already have the Monitor Audio speakers on hand you could at least try them and see what you think. If you're going to buy new speakers I would just get Jamo. I think they are cheaper than the Monitor Audios anyway.

[@tomas12912]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile I have 2 options. Receiver Yamaha rx v4a, 2 frontal speakers Jamo C 93 ii, front central Jamo c9 cen, 2 surrounds Jamo C91 or Jamo C9 sur (more expensive) and 1x subwoofer Jamo C912. 2nd option is also Yamaha rx v4a, 2x Monitor Audio Bronze 100, 1x Monitor Audio bronze c150, 2x Monitor Audio Bronze 50 and Jamo c912 sub. Price difference is small. Jamo option is for 2410 $ and Monitor option is for 2500 $. Seller in speaker shop told me that Monitor audio bronze is much better in quality. Seller in another shop told me similar. Do you think they are right? Is really Monitor little bit better?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@tomas12912 OH yah, the Bronze series is definitely a higher quality speaker than both Jamo series. Does that mean they sound better? Well, it should but some one might prefer the sound of Jamo over Monitor Audio. Jamo tends to be brighter with boosted highs and Monitor Audio tends to be more neutral in their sound profile. Some prefer bright saying it's more impactful, others say it's too much treble. Some prefer neutral saying it's more accurate, some say it's boring. It just depends. I would probably go fro the Monitor Audio.

[@map3dsp]

Just got this sub in walnut for $6.85 at a thrift store! Sounds good and looks brand new! Only wish would be that it was made in the USA!

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

WOW, the is one amazing deal! Talk about frugal!

[@jc2367]

i have a small room 14x12 with a low ceiling. do you think the Jamo s 808 would be a better option for me? Use will be primarily movies and occasional music.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I would still go for the S810. It’s not that much more and digs a little deeper. Actually, I will go for two!

[@jc2367]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile ok, cant afford 2 but at least i know the 808 is not the way to go. thank you

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@jc2367 Would it work in you room? Yes. Would the 810 be better? Almost certainly, especially if you're just getting one. I think the Jamo subs are a great budget choice!

[@jc2367]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile what about the jamo 810 vs Elac 1010 or the Sony sacs9? any idea of who wins out?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@jc2367 I've only heard the Jamo so I would not feel comfortable picking a winner. Check out specs and reviews of all three for best comparison.

[@alexklukken7874]

Hello Sir, Big fan of your channel. Thanks for the Jamo review- I have a silly question - I wanna use it for my surround height and rear channels only- foes it have a good access from HT receiver? I am using ESL martin logan for front and center Canton - and surrouds are small canton old speakers which I wanna use the Jamo for

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

To begin, it would be tricky to connect the S810 to our receiver for specific channel duties as it only has as single RCA input. You would need speaker level inputs to do this. If your receiver has RCA pre-outs it is conceivable that it could but done, but it would be a challenge. Secondly, in all honesty, there is not need ot do this anyway. Bass that is under 100Hz is nearly impossible to locate. This is why we can set the crossover on our receivers to 80, 90 and even 100Hz without being able to locate the bass. Rob and Tom actually explain this better in thier recent episode of AV Rant. Check out the 1:35:50 time code of episode 783 for a fuller discussion of crossovers and locatable bass. Basically, set your crossover to 80Hz and don't worry about it.. Unless you have tiny speakers that don't go that low, then I would set the crossover to match thier lowest -3db frequency. I have my crossover set at 120Hz on my bedroom receiver I can't locate the bass for the life of me! Hopefully that helps and thanks for watching! If you nave any further questions please let me know.

[@Lwbop]

I have a Jamo S808 and want another sub. Can it be paired with an S810 or only a S808?

[@anaraghayev8508]

I have one more question. It is beneficial for me to order from the USA. But in the USA the voltage standard is different, it works at 110 volts. Will it run 220 volts, is it rated for 220 volts? Will it go bad?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

The AC input says it can handle 100-240V and 50-60hz so I think you will be fine as long as you can find the right cable. The AC inlet on the sub is an IEC figure eight style connector. Also, the included power cable is at a right angle on the end that plugs into the sub as I noted in this video. You will either need to find a cable like this with an end that works where you live or an adapter to use on the end that goes in the wall. Hope that helps!

[@waterlover]

I need that sub for my Jamo 809 s towers it would so match them to the T

[@jameslane2326]

Thinking of getting this on Adorama for 129.00. I t would replace a really cheap monoprice sub i got that is 50 watts and frequency response on it only goes to 50hz, so based on the frequency response of the jamo, atleast i will get lower sounds than i do currently, just wondering if there is anything else to consider at the 130 dollar price range or if i just grab this. I already have the 5.0 Jamo s809 s81 set i grabbed a month ago so this would fit in nicely with that.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I think the S10 is the right choice for you! It is a good sub for $!30 and matches the looks of your other speakers. Maybe the Dayton SUB1000 would dig a little deeper, but not a whole lot I would think..

[@schwartzy65]

why would jamo use those pegs? the same series 807 and 809 speakers use magnetic grills...

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

That's a good question! Maybe th lower frequencies and db of a sub would shake them off?

[@saimonmowitv7025]

Hi need opinion Jamo s810 or Magnat 302a or Taga TSW90.v4 ? which to pick ?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

I've not heard the other two so can't really say.

[@saimonmowitv7025]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile I choose KLIPSCH R-12SW :)

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@saimonmowitv7025 Good choice! I have heard good things about that sub..

[@anaraghayev8508]

j910 or s810. Which is better?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Do you mean the J10 or S910? Either way I'm reluctant to give a recommendation having not heard either. Based on specs it seems like they are both better sub, but can't say for certain having not heard them. I do know that the Jamo C series typically offers better performance over the S series. That's really all I can say. Thanks for watching!

[@anaraghayev8508]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile Sorry, I was wrong. C910 meant. I have S803 HCS, I want to buy a subwoofer. C910 has 300 watts of power and the box is large, S810 has 150 watts and the box is thin. Both have a class D amplifier, a 10-inch speaker. I myself have not tested or listened to any of them, but it seems to me that the 910's bass will be good, soft and deep. C910 is cheaper than S810.

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

@@anaraghayev8508 If you have the budget, got for the C910. As I said, there are performance gains with Jamo's C series vs. S. If its not in your budge, the S810 is a perfectly fine sub. Also, if you can get two S810 but only one C910 is would definitely go with two! Two subs are always better than one! Another factor is your room size and how loud you like to play.

[@zivadrums]

LOL Summary. - Distracting Cat Noises - Coffee Boxing Squirrel from my local Channel - I will turn it … Uuuuugghhhhrrr - Where’s the freaking cable - Spousal Acceptance Factor. SAF⚠️ - … and I need some coffee

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Pretty much! lol

[@MrSlicer2424]

Mine it thumping annoyingly had it for 2 just months!

[@RB-uy4pn]

$105.61 on Amazon right now...

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Amazing deal!

[@jannegustavsson4177]

All my blind frinds was by birth no oxygene, it it the same with you?

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

No, I was born with Glaucoma.

[@ryanruffin732]

You need to edit your videos

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Yah, this is one of my first and it is a bit rough.

[@Ibhenriksen]

He named his cat, cat 😂 Yeah I would not recommend this sub for large tower speakers because they're already around 40-50hz

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Her name is Angel, I just call her cat sometimes. :)

[@pumpingiron-5]

Can't take you seriously if you say tenet is a great movie lol . Jk good video

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Did I say that? haha. Probably what I meant to say was that its a great movie for testing subs. :) Thanks for watching!

[@TheRealDuckofDeath]

Tenet is a great movie. Terrible sound editing, which unfortunately is the hallmark of Christopher Nolan and his insistence to use as much on-set sound as possible. But the layers of movie is, mind bending. It looks like a simple story about a guy going backwards in time to save the day. But there are so many layers and probably even generations of time travellers hidden in there. Going back and forth to get to the end goal of preventing the end of time.

[@pumpingiron-5]

@@TheRealDuckofDeath lol it was just a joke , but I respect your opinion.

[@pumpingiron-5]

@@TheFrugalAudiophile haha I was just having some fun , great video! :)

[@Street.Panther]

quick question. are you blind?

[@therockakaada6109]

This guy 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤡🤡🤡