Short answer: the Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX for the higher ranking, the Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 for the lower price. The Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX ranks #3 of 97 subwoofers at $7995. The Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 ranks #55 at $1500, $6495 cheaper.
Buy the Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 | Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,500 | $7995 |
| Ranked | #55 of 97 in Large Powered Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #3 of 97 in Large Powered Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | sealed |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 91.0 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 106.3 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 112.6 dB | 119.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 116.6 dB | 119.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 119.5 dB | 119.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 120.9 dB | 130.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 120.6 dB | 130.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.0 dB | 130.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 118.7 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 120.1 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 120.2 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 120.0 dB | 130.9 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Dimensions | 28.7"H x 17.7"W x 26.8"D (729.0 x 449.6 x 680.7 mm) | 23.5"H x 31.0"W x 27.5"D (596.9 x 787.4 x 698.5 mm) |
| Weight | 132.9 lbs / 60.3 kg | 229.9 lbs / 104.3 kg |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer | Manufacturer |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver | 3x 15" (381mm) driver |
The Two Speakers In Full
Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2: $1,500 Amazon
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| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 120.0 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 28.7"H x 17.7"W x 26.8"D (729.0 x 449.6 x 680.7 mm) |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 91.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 106.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 112.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 116.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 119.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 120.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 120.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 118.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 120.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 120.2 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 132.9 lbs / 60.3 kg |
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Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX: $7995
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 130.9 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 23.5"H x 31.0"W x 27.5"D (596.9 x 787.4 x 698.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 3x 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 119.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 119.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 119.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 130.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 130.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 130.9 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 229.9 lbs / 104.3 kg |
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