Short answer: the BIC America PL-300 for better sound quality, the Klipsch SPL-120 for the lower price. The BIC America PL-300 ranks #47 of 137 subwoofers at $450. The Klipsch SPL-120 ranks #48 at $429.99, $20.01 cheaper.
What the BIC America PL-300 offers: 12-inch triple-ported variable tuning with 350W RMS offers unusually low 20Hz extension under $500. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
What the Klipsch SPL-120 offers: 12-inch ported with 300W delivers room-filling bass hitting nearly 118dB max SPL. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
Buy the BIC America PL-300 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Klipsch SPL-120 if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| BIC America PL-300 | Klipsch SPL-120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $450 | $429.99 |
| Ranked | #47 of 137 in Medium Powered Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #48 of 137 in Medium Powered Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 96.6 dB | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 102.8 dB | 102.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 109.2 dB | 107.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 114.0 dB | 110.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 116.3 dB | 113.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 113.5 dB | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 110.9 dB | 115.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 108.8 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 106.8 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 113.7 dB | 113.7 dB |
| Dimensions | 18"H x 15.2"W x 18.7"D (457.2 x 387.3 x 476.2 mm) | 17.7"H x 14.7"W x 19.9"D (450.8 x 372.9 x 504.7 mm) |
| Weight | 48.1 lbs / 21.8 kg | 45 lbs / 20.4 kg |
| Warranty | 8/5 | 5/2 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics | Brent Butterworth |
| Power Output (Watts) | 350W RMS | 300W RMS |
| Frequency Response | 15-200Hz | 24-125Hz |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver | 12" (305mm) driver |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | - | 81.2 dB |
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The Two Speakers In Full
BIC America PL-300: $450
Pros: 12-inch triple-ported variable tuning with 350W RMS offers unusually low 20Hz extension under $500. Three-port design delivers more output than single-port competitors. Beefy amp ensures distortion-free sound.
Full BIC America PL-300 review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 113.7 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 18"H x 15.2"W x 18.7"D (457.2 x 387.3 x 476.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Frequency Response | 15-200Hz |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 96.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 102.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 109.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 114.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 116.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 113.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 110.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 108.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 106.8 dB |
| Power Output (Watts) | 350W RMS |
| Warranty | 8/5 |
| Weight | 48.1 lbs / 21.8 kg |
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Klipsch SPL-120: $429.99 Amazon
Pros: 12-inch ported with 300W delivers room-filling bass hitting nearly 118dB max SPL. Clean accurate response across whole bass register with tight controlled response at high volumes. Wireless connectivity with optional WA-2 accessory.
Full Klipsch SPL-120 review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 113.7 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 17.7"H x 14.7"W x 19.9"D (450.8 x 372.9 x 504.7 mm) |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Frequency Response | 24-125Hz |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 81.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 102.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 107.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 110.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 113.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 115.2 dB |
| Power Output (Watts) | 300W RMS |
| Warranty | 5/2 |
| Weight | 45 lbs / 20.4 kg |
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