Short answer: the Paradigm Signature Sub 2, if you are buying new. The Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra ranks higher than it (#19 vs #33 of 143 subwoofers, 4.4/5 vs 4.3/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Paradigm Signature Sub 2 is still sold new at $9,494.56.
The case for the Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra: A THX Ultra certified 16 inch ported subwoofer with huge output for far less money than most rivals, now worth finding used. Watch for: Heavy at 172 lbs (78 kg) and ported design can interact with room acoustics.
The case for the Paradigm Signature Sub 2: A sealed subwoofer with six 10 inch drivers, strong deep bass, and flexible stereo, LFE, and balanced inputs. Watch for: The 622.3H x 603.2W x 568.2D mm cabinet and 229.9 lbs (104.3 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.
Buy the Paradigm Signature Sub 2, since the Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra is discontinued and only worth hunting down used.
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A THX Ultra certified 16 inch ported subwoofer with huge output for far less money than most rivals, now worth finding used.
A sealed subwoofer with six 10 inch drivers, strong deep bass, and flexible stereo, LFE, and balanced inputs.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra | Paradigm Signature Sub 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,300 Discontinued | $9,494.56 |
| Ranked | #19 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #33 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | sealed |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 107.3 dB | 105.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 118.4 dB | 109.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 123.3 dB | 112.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 125.1 dB | 116.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 126.3 dB | 119.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 126.5 dB | 123.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 126.6 dB | 125.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 126.8 dB | 126.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 127.2 dB | 125.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 127.6 dB | 123.3 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 126.5 dB | 123.7 dB |
| Dimensions | 25.6”H x 22”W x 28.1”D (650.2 x 558.8 x 713.7 mm) | 24.5”H x 23.7”W x 22.4”D (622.3 x 603.2 x 568.2 mm) |
| Weight | 171.5 lbs (77.8 kg) | 229.9 lbs (104.3 kg) |
| Warranty | 5 | 3 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black, wood |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics | Audioholics |
| Drivers | 16” (406mm) driver | 6x 10” (254mm) driver |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA, XLR out | RCA (stereo/mono), LFE, XLR (balanced) |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Output SPL at 10 Hz | - | 97.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 101.2 dB |
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