JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S

Short answer: the RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S, if you are buying new. The JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 ranks higher than it (#30 vs #131 of 143 subwoofers, 4.3/5 vs 3.7/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S is still sold new at $884.96.

The JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 is the better-sounding pick. A low, wide 18 inch ported subwoofer with strong deep bass for movies, easy to tuck under a screen or riser. The tradeoff: The 508.0H x 762.0W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 142 lbs (64.4 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.

Why pick the RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S: An affordable rear ported 12 inch subwoofer with strong deep bass output for movies. The tradeoff: The 565.1H x 479.4W x 562.0D mm cabinet and 82 lbs (37.2 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.

Buy the RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S if you want one new; the JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 is discontinued, so only look for it used.

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