Short answer: the KV2 Audio EX12. It ranks #5 of 83 12-inch pa speakers by sound quality (rated 4.4/5) at $3,480 and is still sold new; the RCF ART 712-A MK4 ranks #65 (rated 3.1/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The RCF ART 712-A MK4’s replacement, the RCF ART 712-A MK5, is rated 3.6/5 at $549.
The KV2 Audio EX12 is the better-sounding pick. A highly accurate specialist 12 inch PA speaker with deep bass, very clear vocals and controlled throw. Watch for: The 60.4 lbs (27.4 kg) enclosure and premium price make it much less portable and accessible than the mainstream leaders.
What the RCF ART 712-A MK4 does well: A straightforward powered 12 inch PA speaker that is easy to carry, with loud output and a broad horn. The catch: The low-quality vendor measurement is truncated and cannot produce a reliable preference score.
Buy the KV2 Audio EX12. It is rated higher for sound quality; the RCF ART 712-A MK4 is no longer sold new.
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A highly accurate specialist 12 inch PA speaker with deep bass, very clear vocals and controlled throw.
A straightforward powered 12 inch PA speaker that is easy to carry, with loud output and a broad horn.
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Specifications Side By Side
| KV2 Audio EX12 | RCF ART 712-A MK4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,480 | $509.00 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #5 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers | #65 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” neodymium woofer, 1.4” exit/3” diaphragm compression driver | 12” woofer, 1” compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 22kHz (-3dB, manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 23.5”H x 14.5”W x 14.5”D (596 x 368 x 368 mm) | 25.1”H x 15.2”W x 14.3”D (637 x 387 x 363 mm) |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.1kHz (manufacturer specified) | 1.6kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 500W continuous (450W LF + 50W HF, manufacturer specified) | 1,400W peak / 700W RMS (1,000W LF + 400W HF peak, manufacturer specified) |
| Cabinet Material | Baltic birch plywood | Polypropylene composite |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 60Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 65Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Coverage | 80° x 40° | 90° x 60° |
| Maximum SPL | 133dB peak (manufacturer specified) | 129dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Balanced XLR input and output | XLR/TRS combo input and XLR link |
| DSP | Integrated crossover, phase alignment, EQ and protection | Yes, FiRPHASE, EQ, limiting and protection |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 60.4 lbs (27.4 kg) | 39.2 lbs (17.8 kg) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.19 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.62 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Microphone Input | No | No |
| Guitar Input | No | No |
| Rigging | M10 hang point, OmniMount bracket point, 4x M6 bracket points, 10x M10 suspension points; 35mm pole mount | Two M10 fly points; pole mount |
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