Short answer: the JTR Captivator 212PRO is the higher-output, more configurable choice for demanding home theater, while the PSA XV15 is the simpler route to deep ported bass. This is not a close match in amplifier power or cabinet ambition.
JTR uses dual 12-inch drivers, a 1200W DSP amplifier, and full digital processing in a substantial 70.5-pound enclosure. PSA’s XV15 uses a single 15-inch ported down-firing design with 500W and is intended to deliver crisp, deep bass without the JTR’s cost and setup complexity.
Buy the JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO for greater output capability and DSP control in a serious theater system.
Buy the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15 for straightforward deep bass from a simpler 15-inch ported sub.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO | Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,799 each | $1,995 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #1 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #10 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, bottom |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 95.4 dB | 110.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 112.2 dB | 110.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.7 dB | 119.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 129.2 dB | 119.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 131.3 dB | 119.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 133.2 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 134.6 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 135.2 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 129.1 dB | 119.5 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Dimensions | 16”H x 30”W x 22.5”D (406.4 x 762.0 x 571.5 mm) | 23”H x 17”W x 22”D (584.2 x 431.8 x 558.8 mm) |
| Weight | 71 lbs (32.2 kg) | 75 lbs (34.0 kg) |
| Warranty | 5/3 | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass | Brent Butterworth |
| Amplifier Power | 1200W RMS; Class D with DSP | 500W RMS / 1000W peak |
| Inputs | XLR and RCA | Stereo line level and speaker level |
| 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 20 Hz | - | 110.2 dB |
| Frequency Response | - | 21-200Hz |
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