Short answer: the RCF ART 732-A MK5 for most buyers, the HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 FA if you need networked system control. These rank #27 and #28 out of 83 12-inch powered PA speakers, separated by a $1,100 price gap.
The LINEAR 7 has the confirmed measured edge. High-quality manufacturer data yields a respectable 6.45 ideal-subwoofer preference score. The ART 732-A MK5’s local low-quality data does not provide a computed preference score, so its tonal ranking is provisional, though its own review points to a large 3-inch high-frequency voice coil as a real advantage for vocal headroom and a lower crossover at 700Hz.
Networking versus simplicity is the core tradeoff. The LINEAR 7 112 FA supports EtherCON input/thru with HK Audio’s DSP CONTROL software for larger networked systems, but its own review notes that value depends on actually needing that networking and professional rigging. The ART 732-A MK5 has no app, display, or Bluetooth audio, just straightforward XLR/TRS combo input and basic controls.
Price and driver size favor the RCF. At $799 against the LINEAR 7’s $1,899, the ART 732-A MK5 offers much of RCF’s high-frequency hardware at a lower cost than RCF’s own ART 932-A, with a 131dB claimed peak close to the LINEAR 7’s 129dB.
Buy the RCF ART 732-A MK5 for the lower price and larger compression driver, if you do not need networked system control.
Buy the HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 FA if you are building a networked multi-box system and value the confirmed higher preference score.
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A good sounding full range 12 inch powered PA speaker with networkable DSP for larger systems.
An affordable, loud 12 inch powered PA speaker with a large compression driver for strong, clear vocals.
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Specifications Side By Side
| HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 FA | RCF ART 732-A MK5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,899.00 | $799.00 |
| Ranked | #27 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers | #28 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, compression driver | 12” woofer, 1.4” compression driver with 3” voice coil |
| Frequency Response | 64Hz - 19kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified); 55Hz - 20kHz (-10dB) | 50Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 26.4”H x 14.6”W x 11.8”D (670 x 370 x 300 mm) | 25.1”H x 15.2”W x 14.3”D (637 x 387 x 363 mm) |
| Inputs | XLR/jack combo input, XLR thru and XLR DSP output | XLR/TRS combo |
| Amplifier Power | 2,000W peak (Class D bi-amped, manufacturer specified) | 1400W peak (1000W LF + 400W HF) |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.8kHz FIR (manufacturer specified) | 700Hz |
| Cabinet Material | Hybrid birch multiplex/MDF | PP composite |
| Rigging | Three M8 points; DuoTilt 3°/7° pole mount | 2 x M10 inserts; 35mm pole mount |
| Network Control | EtherCON input/thru; DSP CONTROL software | - |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 63Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 53.0Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| DSP | Yes, network controllable | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.70 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.45 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | Yes | 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 |
| Maximum SPL | 131dB peak / 128dB continuous | 131dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Coverage | 70° x 50° | 90° x 60° |
| Weight | 50.7 lbs (23 kg) | 39.2 lbs (17.8 kg) |
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: HK Audio LINEAR 7 112 FA (measured by the manufacturer) and RCF ART 732-A MK5 (measured by the manufacturer), via spinorama.org.
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