Short answer: the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP, if you are buying new. The JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter LFU ranks higher than it (#2 vs #59 of 143 subwoofers, 4.6/5 vs 4.2/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP is still sold new at $1,049.
Buy the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP if you want one new; the JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter LFU is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP | JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter LFU | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,049.00 | $6,995 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #59 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #2 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 100.8 dB | 104.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 108.2 dB | 118.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 113.4 dB | 125.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 118.2 dB | 128.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 121.9 dB | 131.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.3 dB | 132.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 121.1 dB | 134.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 120.4 dB | 137.8 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 121.4 dB | 133.8 dB |
| Dimensions | 25”H x 17.2”W x 24”D (635.0 x 438.1 x 609.6 mm) | 22.5”H x 50”W x 36”D (571.5 x 1270.0 x 914.4 mm) |
| Weight | 85.1 lbs (38.6 kg) | 177 lbs (80.3 kg) |
| Warranty | 7/2(+3) | 5 years |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer | Data-bass |
| Drivers | 15” (381mm) driver | 18” (457mm) driver |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 96.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | - | 139.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | - | 138.0 dB |
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