Short answer: the Monoprice Monolith M-215, if you are buying new. The JTR Speakers Growler (2015) ranks higher than it (#13 vs #24 of 143 subwoofers, 4.5/5 vs 4.4/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Monoprice Monolith M-215 is still sold new at $2,999.99.
What the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) does well: A 12 inch ported subwoofer with output close to far bigger flagships, a strong used pick now that it is discontinued. Watch for: Ported design room interaction, 99.2 lbs (45 kg) size, and $2995 cost.
The case for the Monoprice Monolith M-215: A dual 15 inch ported subwoofer with excellent output down to the lowest notes, a strong value for large home theaters. The tradeoff: The 1074.4H x 508.0W x 701.0D mm cabinet and 216.1 lbs (98.0 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.
Buy the Monoprice Monolith M-215 new; the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
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A 12 inch ported subwoofer with output close to far bigger flagships, a strong used pick now that it is discontinued.
A dual 15 inch ported subwoofer with excellent output down to the lowest notes, a strong value for large home theaters.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JTR Speakers Growler (2015) | Monoprice Monolith M-215 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,995 Passive, Discontinued | $2999.99 |
| Ranked | #13 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #24 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Passive | Yes | - |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 92.8 dB | 118.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 97.2 dB | 122.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 106.6 dB | 125.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.7 dB | 126.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 130.0 dB | 126.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 133.6 dB | 125.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 134.4 dB | 125.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 135.5 dB | 125.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 136.0 dB | 126.3 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 130.2 dB | 125.9 dB |
| Dimensions | 22.5”H x 30”W x 20”D (571.5 x 762.0 x 508.0 mm) | 42.3”H x 20”W x 27.6”D (1074.4 x 508.0 x 701.0 mm) |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass | Brent Butterworth |
| Weight | 100.1 lbs (45.4 kg) | 216.1 lbs (98.0 kg) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver | 2x 15” (381mm) drivers |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 103.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | - | 113.1 dB |
| Cabinet Color | - | black |
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