A compact speaker that reproduces all of an audio signal except for the deepest octaves of bass. Many home theater speaker systems use satellite speakers for the full-range channels and subwoofers to handle the bass.

A small- to medium-size speaker usually 12 to 24 inches in height designed to be placed on stands or other objects and operated with a subwoofer (see Bookshelf Speaker).

A small speaker with limited bass response, often designed to be used with a matching subwoofer.