Short answer: the SVS 3000 Micro for better sound quality, the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt for the lower price. The SVS 3000 Micro ranks #6 of 73 subwoofers, rated 3.7/5, at $799. The Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt ranks #46, rated 3.2/5, at $224.99, $574.01 cheaper.
Buy the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the SVS 3000 Micro if sound quality matters more than the price.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt | SVS 3000 Micro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $224.99 | $799.00 |
| Ranked | #46 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) | #6 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | sealed |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 51.3 dB | 90.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 69.3 dB | 92.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 91.8 dB | 98.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 98.3 dB | 103.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 104.8 dB | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 110.7 dB | 117.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 111.8 dB | 122.1 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 106.4 dB | 113.5 dB |
| Dimensions | 15”H x 10.6”W x 12.8”D (381.0 x 269.2 x 325.1 mm) | 10.9”H x 11.7”W x 10.7”D (276.9 x 297.2 x 271.8 mm) |
| Weight | 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) | 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) |
| Cabinet Color | black | black, white |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth | Brent Butterworth |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) driver | 2x 8” (203mm) driver |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 |
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