Short answer: choose between the Electro-Voice MFX-12MC and RCF ART 732-A MK4 for the deployment, not from the automatic ranking alone. Their driver format, power requirements, coverage, bass reach, output capability, and control features determine which is the more practical PA for a particular room or system. The RCF ART 732-A MK4 is discontinued; its replacement is the RCF ART 732-A MK5.
The case for the Electro-Voice MFX-12MC. The coaxial 12-inch design provides compact 60° x 40° coverage and reaches a claimed 135dB peak with the recommended amplification. Medium-quality vendor data returns a 4.49 ideal-subwoofer preference score.
The case for the RCF ART 732-A MK4. Its large 3-inch compression-driver voice coil, 131dB claimed peak and roughly 53Hz measured extension give it useful vocal headroom and more bass reach than the 712 MK4. The 39.2 lbs (17.8 kg) enclosure remains easy to carry.
Important trade-offs. This is not self-powered: it requires an external amplifier and can be run passive or externally bi-amplified, so it is less convenient than every conventional powered cabinet here. Measured bass extension is about 75Hz and the narrow pattern is aimed primarily at stage-monitor and fill use. The low-quality vendor data is truncated and does not yield a preference score. It is discontinued, lacks modern remote control and is eclipsed by the better-supported ART 732-A MK5 and current 9-series models.
Buy the Electro-Voice MFX-12MC when its stated format, coverage, and system features fit the job better.
Buy the RCF ART 732-A MK4 when its stated output, control, and deployment strengths better match the system.
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A compact coaxial 12 inch stage monitor with high peak output and a tight coverage pattern for stage and fill use.
A powered 12 inch PA speaker that is easy to carry, with strong vocal headroom and more bass reach than its smaller sibling.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Electro-Voice MFX-12MC | RCF ART 732-A MK4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,805.33 Passive | $1,199 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #57 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers | #61 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | Yes | No |
| Configuration | Passive or externally bi-amplified 2-way coaxial PA monitor | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” coaxial LF/MF driver, 3” HF compression driver | 12” woofer, 1.4” compression driver with 3” voice coil |
| Frequency Response | 62Hz - 18kHz (-3dB, manufacturer specified); 50Hz - 19kHz (-10dB) | 50Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 19.7”H x 16.5”W x 11.7”D (500 x 420 x 298 mm) | 25.1”H x 15.2”W x 14.3”D (637 x 387 x 363 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | Passive/bi-amp speaker; use external amplification within the 450W continuous / 3,000W peak handling rating | 1,400W peak / 700W RMS (1,000W LF + 400W HF peak, manufacturer specified) |
| Power Handling | 450W continuous / 3,000W peak (manufacturer specified) | - |
| Cabinet Material | 12-18mm Baltic birch plywood with EVCoat finish | Polypropylene composite |
| Rigging | Four M10 suspension points; integrated 35mm pole cup | Two M10 fly points; pole mount |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 82.5Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 53Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Coverage | 60° x 40°, rotatable | 90° x 60° |
| Maximum SPL | 135dB peak with recommended amplification | 131dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | NL4 speakON input and link | XLR/TRS combo input and XLR link |
| DSP | Requires external amplifier/DSP settings | Yes, FiRPHASE, EQ, limiting and protection |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 41.9 lbs (19 kg) | 39.2 lbs (17.8 kg) |
| XLR Input | No | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Microphone Input | No | No |
| Guitar Input | No | No |
| Crossover Frequency | - | 700Hz (manufacturer specified) |
Frequency Response Compared
Both speakers’ spinorama measurements, overlaid. A flatter line is more neutral: peaks sound forward or harsh, dips sound recessed. Each curve is shifted so its average from 300 Hz to 3 kHz sits at 0 dB, so loudness differences between the two are removed and only the shape is compared.
Measurement data: Electro-Voice MFX-12MC (measured by the manufacturer) and RCF ART 732-A MK4 (measured by the manufacturer), via spinorama.org.
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