Short answer: the XTZ Sound SUB 3X12. It ranks #28 of 143 subwoofers by sound quality, rated 4.3/5, at $1,412.84. The HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP ranks #59, rated 4.2/5, at $1,049, $363.84 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
What the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP does well: A 15 inch ported subwoofer with excellent output for the money, a strong value pick for movies and music. The catch: Ported design requires careful room placement, mid-size 86 lbs (39 kg) cabinet, and mid-range output.
Why pick the XTZ Sound SUB 3X12: A triple 12 inch subwoofer with huge, deep output for movies in a large room, for less than most rivals. The catch: The 1158.2H x 535.9W x 556.3D mm cabinet and 170.6 lbs (77.4 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.
Buy the XTZ Sound SUB 3X12. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $363.84 you would save on the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP does not close the gap.
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A 15 inch ported subwoofer with excellent output for the money, a strong value pick for movies and music.
A triple 12 inch subwoofer with huge, deep output for movies in a large room, for less than most rivals.
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Specifications Side By Side
| HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP | XTZ Sound SUB 3X12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,049.00 | $1,412.84 |
| Ranked | #59 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #28 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 100.8 dB | 109.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 108.2 dB | 114.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 113.4 dB | 118.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 118.2 dB | 121.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 121.9 dB | 124.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.3 dB | 125.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 121.1 dB | 125.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 120.4 dB | 125.6 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 121.4 dB | 125.3 dB |
| Dimensions | 25”H x 17.2”W x 24”D (635.0 x 438.1 x 609.6 mm) | 45.6”H x 21.1”W x 21.9”D (1158.2 x 535.9 x 556.3 mm) |
| Weight | 85.1 lbs (38.6 kg) | 170.6 lbs (77.4 kg) |
| Warranty | 7/2(+3) | 5/2 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black |
| Country | United States | Sweden |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer | Audioholics |
| Drivers | 15” (381mm) driver | 3x 12” (305mm) drivers |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 100.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | - | 126.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | - | 126.4 dB |
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