Short answer: the XTZ Sound 99 W12S. It ranks #61 of 212 subwoofers by sound quality, rated 3.8/5, at $1,499; the Genelec 7050C ranks #211, rated 2.7/5, and costs $1,575, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
The case for the Genelec 7050C: A compact studio subwoofer with six balanced inputs and five outputs for bass management in a nearfield multichannel setup. The catch: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared with ranked subwoofers.
The XTZ Sound 99 W12S is the better-sounding option. A ported 12 inch subwoofer with a strong amplifier, phase control and EQ switches for tuning it to the room. The tradeoff: Deep output falls off sharply, with 86.5dB at 25Hz and 74.0dB at 20Hz, so it is weak for the lowest movie effects.
Buy the XTZ Sound 99 W12S. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Genelec 7050C and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
About the ratings: the Genelec 7050C’s rating is estimated from measured siblings and predecessors rather than its own measurements, with a likely range of 2.5 to 2.9, so this verdict could change once it is measured.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 7050C | XTZ Sound 99 W12S | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,575 | $1,499 |
| Ranked | #211 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) Estimated | #61 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Warranty | 2(+3) | - |
| Drivers | 8” (205mm) driver | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Amplifier Power | 130W (Class D) | Not fully specified |
| Frequency Response | 24Hz - 85Hz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | Not fully specified |
| Maximum SPL | 103 dB | - |
| Dimensions | 16.1”H x 13.8”W x 12.6”D (410 x 350 x 319 mm) | 19.6”H x 13.8”W x 15.7”D (499.1 x 349.8 x 400.0 mm) |
| Weight | 38.1 lbs (17.3 kg) | 67.2 lbs (30.5 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes | - |
| Country | Finland | Sweden |
| Enclosure | Ported | ported, rear |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | - | 74.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | - | 86.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | - | 97.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | - | 108.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | - | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | - | 117.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | - | 117.4 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | - | 114.5 dB |
| Measurement Source | - | Ilkka Rissanen |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Genelec 7050C: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
- XTZ Sound 99 W12S: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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