Short answer: the Monoprice Monolith M-215 for the higher ranking, the Rythmik FV15HP for the lower price. The Monoprice Monolith M-215 ranks #18 of 97 subwoofers at $2500. The Rythmik FV15HP ranks #39 at $1770, $730 cheaper.
On the Rythmik FV15HP side: 15-inch ported driver reaches 122.0dB CEA-2010-A average, matching the output of subwoofers costing significantly more. The catch: Premium price ($1,770), ported design room gain dependency, and mid-to-large 52 kg footprint.
Buy the Monoprice Monolith M-215 if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the Rythmik FV15HP if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Monolith M-215 | Rythmik FV15HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,500 | $1,770 |
| Ranked | #18 of 97 in Large Powered Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #39 of 97 in Large Powered Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 103.9 dB | 92.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 113.1 dB | 105.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 118.9 dB | 111.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 122.6 dB | 116.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 125.2 dB | 120.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 126.4 dB | 122.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 126.1 dB | 122.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 125.6 dB | 121.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 125.6 dB | 121.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 125.7 dB | 121.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 126.3 dB | 121.1 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 125.9 dB | 122.0 dB |
| Dimensions | 42.3"H x 20.0"W x 27.6"D (1074.4 x 508.0 x 701.0 mm) | 24.5"H x 18.25"W x 24.25"D (622.3 x 463.5 x 615.9 mm) |
| Weight | 216.1 lbs / 98.0 kg | 115.1 lbs / 52.2 kg |
| Warranty | 5 | 5/3 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black, white |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth | Audioholics |
| Drivers | 2x 15" (381mm) drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
The Two Speakers In Full
Monoprice Monolith M-215: $2,500
Notes: Product # 38543
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 125.9 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 42.3"H x 20.0"W x 27.6"D (1074.4 x 508.0 x 701.0 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 15" (381mm) drivers |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 103.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 113.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 118.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 122.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 125.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 126.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 126.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 125.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 125.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 125.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 126.3 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 216.1 lbs / 98.0 kg |
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Rythmik FV15HP: $1,770
Pros: 15-inch ported driver reaches 122.0dB CEA-2010-A average, matching the output of subwoofers costing significantly more.
Cons: Premium price ($1,770), ported design room gain dependency, and mid-to-large 52 kg footprint.
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 122.0 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black, white |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 24.5"H x 18.25"W x 24.25"D (622.3 x 463.5 x 615.9 mm) |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 92.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 105.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 111.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 116.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 120.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 121.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 121.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 121.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 121.1 dB |
| Warranty | 5/3 |
| Weight | 115.1 lbs / 52.2 kg |
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