JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs Rythmik FV18

Short answer: the Rythmik FV18, if you are buying new. The JTR Speakers Captivator S2 ranks higher than it (#9 vs #60 of 143 subwoofers, 4.5/5 vs 4.2/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Rythmik FV18 is still sold new at $2,670.

Why pick the JTR Speakers Captivator S2: A tall sealed subwoofer with two 18 inch drivers and serious deep bass output for demanding movies in a large room. The tradeoff: The 1016.0H x 533.4W x 457.2D mm cabinet and 220 lbs (99.8 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.

Why pick the Rythmik FV18: An 18 inch ported subwoofer with deep, powerful bass for large rooms and flexible balanced and RCA inputs. The catch: The 838.2H x 533.4W x 558.8D mm cabinet and 160.1 lbs (72.6 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.

Buy the Rythmik FV18, since the JTR Speakers Captivator S2 is discontinued and only worth hunting down used.

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