Short answer: the WW Speaker Cabinets X21 - B&C 21DS115-4 for the higher ranking, the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) for the lower price. The WW Speaker Cabinets X21 - B&C 21DS115-4 ranks #1 of 7 subwoofers at $3995. The JTR Speakers Growler (2015) ranks #2 at $2995, $1000 cheaper.
The case for the JTR Speakers Growler (2015): 12-inch ported driver reaches 130.2dB CEA-2010-A average, nearly matching the class leader for about $1,000 less. The tradeoff: Ported design room interaction, 45 kg size, and $2,995 cost.
What the WW Speaker Cabinets X21 - B&C 21DS115-4 gets right: 21-inch driver in a large ported cabinet delivers 131.3dB CEA-2010-A average, the highest output of any passive subwoofer tested. The catch: Premium $3,995 price, massive 52 kg cabinet, and ported room gain dependency.
Buy the JTR Speakers Growler (2015) if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the WW Speaker Cabinets X21 - B&C 21DS115-4 if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| JTR Speakers Growler (2015) | WW Speaker Cabinets X21 - B&C 21DS115-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2995 | $3995 |
| Ranked | #2 of 7 in Large Passive Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #1 of 7 in Large Passive Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Passive | Yes | Yes |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 92.8 dB | 121.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 97.2 dB | 120.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 106.6 dB | 122.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.7 dB | 126.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 130.0 dB | 129.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 133.6 dB | 132.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 134.4 dB | 136.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 135.5 dB | 139.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 136.0 dB | 140.1 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 130.2 dB | 131.3 dB |
| Dimensions | 22.5"H x 30.0"W x 20.0"D (571.5 x 762.0 x 508.0 mm) | 24.0"H x 32.0"W x 32.0"D (609.6 x 812.8 x 812.8 mm) |
| Country | United States | - |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass | Data-bass |
| Weight | 100.1 lbs / 45.4 kg | 115.1 lbs / 52.2 kg |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver | 21" (533mm) driver |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 96.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | - | 111.9 dB |
The Two Speakers In Full
JTR Speakers Growler (2015): $2995
Pros: 12-inch ported driver reaches 130.2dB CEA-2010-A average, nearly matching the class leader for about $1,000 less.
Cons: Ported design room interaction, 45 kg size, and $2,995 cost.
Notes: Looks like “PA sub”
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 130.2 dB |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 22.5"H x 30.0"W x 20.0"D (571.5 x 762.0 x 508.0 mm) |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 92.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 97.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 106.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 130.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 133.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 134.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 135.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 136.0 dB |
| Passive | Yes |
| Weight | 100.1 lbs / 45.4 kg |
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WW Speaker Cabinets X21 - B&C 21DS115-4: $3995
Pros: 21-inch driver in a large ported cabinet delivers 131.3dB CEA-2010-A average, the highest output of any passive subwoofer tested.
Cons: Premium $3,995 price, massive 52 kg cabinet, and ported room gain dependency.
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 131.3 dB |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 24.0"H x 32.0"W x 32.0"D (609.6 x 812.8 x 812.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 21" (533mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 96.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 111.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 121.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 120.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 122.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 126.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 129.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 132.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 136.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 139.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 140.1 dB |
| Passive | Yes |
| Weight | 115.1 lbs / 52.2 kg |
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