Short answer: the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE, if you are buying new. The Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 ranks higher than it (#64 vs #22 of 145 subwoofers, 4.2/5 vs 3.9/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE is still sold new at $1499.

What the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE gets right: 15-inch sealed driver delivers 117.8dB CEA-2010-A average in a compact sealed enclosure.
Buy the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE new; the Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 | Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,500 Discontinued | $1499 |
| Ranked | #64 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #22 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | sealed |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 91.0 dB | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 106.3 dB | 96.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 112.6 dB | 100.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 116.6 dB | 107.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 119.5 dB | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 120.9 dB | 114.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 120.6 dB | 117.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.0 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 118.7 dB | 119.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 120.1 dB | 119.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 120.2 dB | 118.6 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 120.0 dB | 117.8 dB |
| Dimensions | 28.7"H x 17.7"W x 26.8"D (729.0 x 449.6 x 680.7 mm) | 19.5"H x 17"W x 18"D (495.3 x 431.8 x 457.2 mm) |
| Weight | 132.9 lbs (60.3 kg) | 67 lbs (30.4 kg) |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer | Data-bass |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | - |
| RCA Input | Yes | - |
| TRS Input | No | - |
| Optical Input | No | - |
| Coaxial Input | No | - |
| USB Input | No | - |
| HDMI Input | No | - |
| AES Input | No | - |
| Aux Input | No | - |
| Frequency Response | - | 23-200Hz, ±3dB |
| Amplifier Power | - | 550W RMS / 1650W peak |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2: $1,500 Discontinued eBay
Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 112.6 dB at 20 Hz and 120.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. Its front-ported 15-inch design has substantial deep-bass and midbass headroom for cinema playback.
Cons: Discontinued and no longer sold new. At 60.3 kg and 729.0H x 449.6W x 680.7D mm, it needs committed floor space and careful room integration. Discontinued.
Notes: Product # 42851
Full Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 120.0 dB |
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 28.7"H x 17.7"W x 26.8"D (729.0 x 449.6 x 680.7 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer |
| Optical Input | No |
| 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 |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 132.9 lbs (60.3 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
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Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE: $1499 eBay
Pros: 15-inch sealed driver delivers 117.8dB CEA-2010-A average in a compact sealed enclosure.
Full Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 550W RMS / 1650W peak |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 117.8 dB |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 19.5"H x 17"W x 18"D (495.3 x 431.8 x 457.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 23-200Hz, ±3dB |
| Measurement Source | Data-bass |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 96.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 100.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 107.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 114.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 117.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 119.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 119.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 118.6 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 67 lbs (30.4 kg) |
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- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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