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What this page covers. The Emotiva models ranked here span powered speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers, including Emotiva B1+, Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 and Emotiva Airmotiv T2+. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.
This page lists all 9 Emotiva speakers ranked on this site across powered speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers. Each model is shown in the category where it competes, with its current rank and the size of that ranking.
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Large Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #41 of 134 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Emotiva Airmotiv XB2: $549 per pair Emotiva eBay
Older models: the Emotiva B1+ (rated 4.1/5) and the Emotiva Airmotiv B2+ (ranked lower, rated 3/5).
Pros: Very neutral, linear frequency response at the recommended toe-out angle, with better directivity than the similarly-priced ELAC DB63. Decent bass extension for a bookshelf (F3 at 62Hz). AMT folded-ribbon tweeter with a rotating waveguide for placement flexibility. Great value: rated a top-three performer for the money by Erin’s Audio Corner. Measured bass extension of 62Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Slight recessed upper-midrange around 2kHz from the tweeter-to-woofer handoff. Sounds noticeably bright pointed directly at the listener: needs toeing out 10-20 degrees, crossfiring behind the head, for the most linear result. Elevated multi-tone distortion at higher output leads to some grainy, compressed mids when pushed. Irregular compression deviations affect dynamics at higher volume. Needs a subwoofer for real bass authority.
Full Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 62Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Crossover Frequency | 2.6kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 12.8” x 8.5” x 11.5” (325 x 216 x 292 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 6” woven cone woofer, 1x 25x32mm AMT folded ribbon tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 27kHz (+3/-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (safe with 8-ohm rated amps) |
| Power Handling | 125W continuous, 200W peak |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (2.83V/1m, Manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.65 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.93 |
| Weight | 18.1 lbs (8.2 kg) |
| Woofer Cabinet | Bass reflex, rear ported |
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- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs Ascend Acoustics Sierra-2EX V2
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs Perlisten A3m
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs JBL HDI-1600
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs Aalto Speakers Aalto 3 Passive
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs Philharmonic BMR (v1)
- Emotiva Airmotiv XB2 vs ELAC VELA BS 403
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Discontinued Emotiva Models
Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.
Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #49 of 68 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Emotiva Airmotiv 6s: $800 per pair Discontinued eBay
Pros: ASR measured 49.1Hz -3dB bass extension and a 5.75 ideal-subwoofer score. The review found useful output capability, making it a credible option for ordinary nearfield playback with additional bass support when needed. Measured bass extension of 49.1Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The 3.0dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz includes lower-midrange unevenness that can change vocal weight. Treble peaks also prevent a fully neutral balance. Equalization may help, but the substantially higher EQ-optimized score is not its native performance. A suckout between 300 and 600Hz in the listening window is followed by a peak from 600Hz up. Discontinued.
Full Emotiva Airmotiv 6s review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 210W total (100W tweeter, 110W woofer) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 37.6Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 49.1Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 13.5” x 8.5” x 12.8” (343 x 216 x 324 mm) (H x W x D) |
| Drivers | 6.5” AirMotiv low-frequency transducer, 60x32mm AirMotiv tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (built-in presets) |
| Frequency Response | 42Hz - 25kHz (+0/-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
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- Emotiva Airmotiv 6s vs Adam Audio T7V
- Emotiva Airmotiv 6s vs Kali Audio LP-8
- Emotiva Airmotiv 6s vs JBL 306P MKII
- Emotiva Airmotiv 6s vs Klipsch The Nines
- See all 21 comparisons
Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #17 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Emotiva B1+: $250 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Emotiva Airmotiv XB2, rated 4.2/5.
Pros: Emotiva B1+ uses 5.25” woven fiber cone with SBR surround woofer, 25x32 mm Airmotiv folded ribbon tweeter in a conventional wired-speaker design. Its form factor and driver layout make it a sensible match for a properly chosen amplifier and room. Measured bass extension of 70Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 85dB.
Cons: It needs an external amplifier and thoughtful placement. Speaker performance will depend heavily on the partnering electronics and room acoustics. Discontinued.
Full Emotiva B1+ review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 70Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 10.8”H x 7.1”W x 8.3”D (274 x 181 x 210 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.25” woven fiber cone with SBR surround woofer, 25x32 mm Airmotiv folded ribbon tweeter |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 85dB (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.34 (spinorama.org) |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.86 (spinorama.org) |
| Weight | 8.8 lbs (4.0 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
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Large Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #107 of 134 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Emotiva Airmotiv B2+: $449.00 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Emotiva Airmotiv XB2, ranked higher, rated 4.2/5.
Pros: Erin measured a useful 86dB average sensitivity and strong midbass punch around 120Hz. The folded-ribbon tweeter provides very broad upper-treble radiation, and the speaker can create a spacious presentation when positioned carefully. Response and directivity remain reasonably orderly below the roughly 2kHz crossover region. The 6.5-inch woofer offers more output capability than compact 5-inch competitors, while F3/F10 of 66/43Hz leave adequate overlap for a conventional 80Hz subwoofer crossover. Horizontal directivity data makes the broad baffle-step trend amenable to partial EQ below the crossover. Measured bass extension of 66Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 86dB.
Cons: The replacement B2+ did not deliver the neutral upgrade Erin expected. A baffle-step loss around 500Hz depresses the lower midrange while the AMT’s much wider radiation above crossover injects excess room energy, yielding a bright, forward balance and false impression of cymbal detail. The directivity discontinuity near 2kHz cannot be completely equalized. Erin measured F3 at 66Hz and F10 at 43Hz, so meaningful kick-drum fundamentals and low bass still need a subwoofer. Vertical listening tolerance is roughly +/-10 degrees, with best results between the top of the woofer and tweeter axes. Broad lateral treble energy may require careful toe-out and sidewall absorption. Despite a large cabinet, it offers limited deep-bass advantage and was not Erin’s hoped-for successor to the more linear B1+. Discontinued.
Full Emotiva Airmotiv B2+ review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 66Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 12.8”H x 8.5”W x 11.5”D (324 x 216 x 293 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5” woven-fiber woofer, 32 x 25mm folded-ribbon tweeter |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.60 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.96 |
| Weight | 15.7 lbs (7.1 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
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- Emotiva Airmotiv B2+ vs Klipsch RP-600M
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Large Size Floorstanding Speakers
Ranked #35 of 74 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Emotiva Airmotiv T2+: $999 per pair Discontinued Emotiva eBay
Newer model: the Emotiva Airmotiv XT2. It’s likely to perform similarly, though we don’t have measurements to confirm that yet.
Pros: High-value three-way tower with strong output and unusually deep usable sealed-room bass for the price. Erin measured F3 at 62Hz and F10 at 32Hz, with sensitivity just under 90dB/2.83V/1m. Dual 8-inch woven-fiber woofers relieve the 5.25-inch midrange, and the 32mm folded-ribbon tweeter provides broad horizontal coverage. Approximately +/-2.5dB response linearity, solid cabinet bracing and low compression allow substantial playback levels; the gradual low-frequency roll-off integrates well with either room gain or a subwoofer. Measured bass extension of 62Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 89.5dB.
Cons: The nominal 4-ohm system approaches 3 ohms near 100Hz in Erin’s measurement, so a high-current amplifier is preferable. Horizontal and especially vertical directivity through the midrange/tweeter transition is less uniform than the best waveguided or coaxial designs; listener height and nearby reflections matter, and EQ cannot correct the narrowing mismatch. The large rear-ported cabinet needs placement clearance, and its deep F10 should not be confused with flat 30Hz output at cinema levels. Discontinued.
Full Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 32Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 62Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 42.7”H x 12.2”W x 12.3”D |
| Drivers | 32mm folded-ribbon tweeter; 5.25” midrange; dual 8” woofers |
| Impedance | Approximately 3 ohms minimum near 100Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | Approximately 89.5dB/2.83V/1m (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.56 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.14 |
| Weight | 56.9 lbs (25.8 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
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- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs PSB Imagine T65
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs ELAC Debut 3.0 DF63
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs Polk Audio Reserve R700
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs Polk Reserve R500
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs JBL HDI-3600
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs JBL Studio 698
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs Infinity Primus 360
- Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ vs Q Acoustics 5040
- See all 26 comparisons
Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
Ranked #92 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva S12: $449 Discontinued eBay
Pros: Rear-ported, 300W class-D amplifier. 12” high-excursion driver with 25-150Hz response. Great value at $449 with more output than close competitors. Easy to use multiple subs together.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Emotiva S12 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 300W RMS |
| Aux Input | No |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 111.4 dB |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 17.4”H x 15.7”W x 16.9”D (441.2 x 400.0 x 428.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 25-150Hz |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced), RCA (summed L/R) |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Optical Input | No |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 86.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 95.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 101.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 106.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 108.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 112.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 112.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 112.1 dB |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 66.1 lbs (30.0 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Ranked #113 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva X-Ref 12: $999 Discontinued eBay
Pros: 600W sealed 12-inch with smooth linear response and 2-band parametric EQ. One of the most dynamic subwoofers in its class, with excellent bass quality. Upscale features (DSP, EQ, LCD screen) at mid-range price.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Emotiva X-Ref 12 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 600W RMS |
| Aux Input | No |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 109.8 dB |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 15.6”H x 14.6”W x 15.5”D (396.7 x 371.3 x 393.7 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 20-200Hz |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced, with XLR daisy-chain output), RCA (stereo unbalanced) |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Optical Input | No |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 84.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 92.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 102.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 106.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 109.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 108.1 dB |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs (20.0 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Ranked #122 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva Ultra 12: $849 Discontinued eBay
Pros: 12-inch long-throw woofer with triple-woven synthetic driver (bulletproof-grade). 300W Class-D (500W peak) sealed enclosure tuned to 25Hz. Reproduces tight musical bass in almost any room. Includes low pass filter defeat switch (rare at price), 50-150Hz crossover, volume, and 0-180° phase control. Heavy-duty butyl rubber surround designed for durability. Rubber and aluminum feet for carpet/hardwood.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Emotiva Ultra 12 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 300W RMS |
| Aux Input | No |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 108.2 dB |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 14.5”H x 14.5”W x 15.2”D (368.3 x 368.3 x 387.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 22-200Hz |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced), RCA (unbalanced, pair) |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Optical Input | No |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 88.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 95.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 100.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 105.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 109.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 108.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 107.0 dB |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 37.9 lbs (17.2 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Ranked #136 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva S10: $299 Discontinued eBay
Pros: 10-inch long-throw ported with 200W amp. Punchy, tight, accurate smooth response at solid $299 value. Great for step-up from budget subs with smooth extended frequency range.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Emotiva S10 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 200W RMS |
| Aux Input | No |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 104.9 dB |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 16.1”H x 14”W x 15.9”D (410.0 x 355.9 x 402.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” (254mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 28-200Hz |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced), RCA (summed L/R) |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Optical Input | No |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 74.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 88.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 97.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 100.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 102.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 104.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 105.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 106.9 dB |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 52 lbs (23.6 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Emotiva Models Not Yet Ranked
Newer or recently added Emotiva models we track but haven’t ranked yet, because no measurements we can rank them on have been published. See speakers not yet ranked for how that works.
Not yet ranked, replaces Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ - Emotiva Airmotiv XT2: $999 per pair Discontinued Emotiva eBay
Older model: the Emotiva Airmotiv T2+ (rated 4.2/5).
Pros: A three-way tower with a 25mm x 32mm Airmotiv folded ribbon tweeter, a 5.25” woven fiber midrange in its own sub-enclosure, and three 6” long-throw woofers, crossed at 430Hz and 3.1kHz. Emotiva rates it at 40Hz to 27kHz (±3dB) and 90dB (2.83V/1m) efficiency. A 31mm braced baffle, rear port, bi-amp terminals, outrigger feet with spikes, magnetic grilles and a five year warranty.
Cons: No independent measurements have been published yet, so it can’t be compared with the Airmotiv T2+ it replaces, which Erin measured reaching about 32Hz (-10dB) from two 8” woofers. The XT2 swaps those for three 6” woofers. Its 4 ohm load calls for an amplifier of 100W or more that is comfortable with 4 ohms. It weighs 22kg per speaker, and it is sold mainly direct from Emotiva, where it currently shows sold out. Discontinued.
Full Emotiva Airmotiv XT2 review and specifications →
| Crossover Frequency | 430Hz, 3.1kHz |
|---|---|
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 44.8”H x 8.5”W x 12.2”D (1137 x 216 x 311 mm) |
| Drivers | 25mm x 32mm folded ribbon tweeter, 5.25” woven fiber midrange, 3x 6” woven fiber woofers |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 27kHz ±3dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Recommended Power | 100W or more |
| Sensitivity | 90dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 48.9 lbs (22.2 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
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