JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs JTR Speakers Growler (2015)

Short answer: the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) on measured sound quality, the JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 on price. The JTR Speakers Growler (2015) ranks #13 of 110 subwoofers at $2995. The JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 ranks #28 at $2495, $500 cheaper.

What the JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 offers: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 116.1 dB at 20 Hz and 125.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room. Watch for: The 508.0H x 762.0W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 64.4 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

What the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) offers: 12-inch ported driver reaches 130.2dB CEA-2010-A average, nearly matching the class leader for about $1,000 less. Watch for: Ported design room interaction, 45 kg size, and $2,995 cost.

Buy the JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 if the price is the priority over sound quality, or the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) if sound quality is the priority over the price.

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The Two Speakers In Full

JTR Speakers Captivator 1400: $2495 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 116.1 dB at 20 Hz and 125.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 508.0H x 762.0W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 64.4 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 review and specifications →

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	125.2 dB
Country	United States
Dimensions	20"H x 30"W x 22.5"D (508.0 x 762.0 x 571.5 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	99.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	111.9 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	116.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	119.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	124.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	125.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	124.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	126.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	124.7 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	142 lbs (64.4 kg)

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 Website
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JTR Speakers Growler (2015): $2995 Passive eBay

Pros: 12-inch ported driver reaches 130.2dB CEA-2010-A average, nearly matching the class leader for about $1,000 less.

Cons: Ported design room interaction, 45 kg size, and $2,995 cost.

Notes: Looks like “PA sub”

Full JTR Speakers Growler (2015) review and specifications →

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	130.2 dB
Country	United States
Dimensions	22.5"H x 30"W x 20"D (571.5 x 762.0 x 508.0 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Output SPL at 20 Hz	92.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	122.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	130.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	133.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	134.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	135.5 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	136.0 dB
Passive	Yes
Weight	100.1 lbs (45.4 kg)

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