Short answer: the JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO. It ranks #1 of 212 subwoofers by sound quality (rated 4.5/5) at $2,799 and is still sold new; the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE ranks #30 (rated 3.9/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO is the better-sounding pick. A dual 12 inch subwoofer with huge, clean output and pro build quality, an excellent medium sub. Watch for: Premium pricing at $2799, ported room interaction, and 70.5 lbs (32 kg) mid-size footprint.
What the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE does well: A compact sealed 15 inch subwoofer with strong output for movies and music, now discontinued. Watch for: At 67 lbs (30.4 kg) and 495.3H x 431.8W x 457.2D mm it is heavy and sizeable even though it is sealed.
Buy the JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE is no longer sold new.
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A dual 12 inch subwoofer with huge, clean output and pro build quality, an excellent medium sub.
A compact sealed 15 inch subwoofer with strong output for movies and music, now discontinued.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO | Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,799 each | $1,499 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #1 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #30 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | sealed |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 95.4 dB | 107.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 112.2 dB | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.7 dB | 114.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 129.2 dB | 117.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 131.3 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 133.2 dB | 119.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 134.6 dB | 119.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 135.2 dB | 118.6 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 129.1 dB | 117.8 dB |
| Dimensions | 16”H x 30”W x 22.5”D (406.4 x 762.0 x 571.5 mm) | 19.5”H x 17”W x 18”D (495.3 x 431.8 x 457.2 mm) |
| Weight | 71 lbs (32.2 kg) | 67 lbs (30.4 kg) |
| Warranty | 5/3 | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass | Data-bass |
| Amplifier Power | 1200W RMS; Class D with DSP | 550W RMS / 1650W peak |
| Inputs | XLR and RCA | - |
| Drivers | 2x 12” (305mm) drivers | 15” (381mm) driver |
| XLR Input | Yes | - |
| RCA Input | Yes | - |
| TRS Input | No | - |
| Optical Input | No | - |
| Coaxial Input | No | - |
| USB Input | No | - |
| HDMI Input | No | - |
| AES Input | No | - |
| Aux Input | No | - |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | - | 96.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | - | 100.6 dB |
| Frequency Response | - | 23-200Hz, ±3dB |
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