Short answer: the Monoprice SW-12. It ranks #6 of 212 subwoofers by sound quality (rated 4.2/5) at $364.99 and is still sold new; the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE ranks #30 (rated 3.9/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Monoprice SW-12 is the better-sounding choice. A budget 12 inch subwoofer that hits hard with clean, tight bass and easy connections. Watch for: Entry-level build quality, ported enclosure room interaction, and lower 112.3 dB output capability.
What the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE does well: A compact sealed 15 inch subwoofer with strong output for movies and music, now discontinued. The tradeoff: At 67 lbs (30.4 kg) and 495.3H x 431.8W x 457.2D mm it is heavy and sizeable even though it is sealed.
Buy the Monoprice SW-12. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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A budget 12 inch subwoofer that hits hard with clean, tight bass and easy connections.
A compact sealed 15 inch subwoofer with strong output for movies and music, now discontinued.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice SW-12 | Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $364.99 | $1,499 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #6 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #30 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom | sealed |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 102.7 dB | 100.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 111.1 dB | 107.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 115.2 dB | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 119.0 dB | 114.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 119.7 dB | 117.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 122.9 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 123.0 dB | 119.4 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 121.2 dB | 117.8 dB |
| Dimensions | 14.9”H x 18.3”W x 19.1”D (378.5 x 464.8 x 485.1 mm) | 19.5”H x 17”W x 18”D (495.3 x 431.8 x 457.2 mm) |
| Weight | 50.7 lbs (23.0 kg) | 67 lbs (30.4 kg) |
| Warranty | 1 | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth | Data-bass |
| Frequency Response | 35-150Hz, -10dB | 23-200Hz, ±3dB |
| Amplifier Power | 400W RMS / 600W peak | 550W RMS / 1650W peak |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver | 15” (381mm) driver |
| Output SPL at 16 Hz | 90.6 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 91.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | - | 96.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | - | 119.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | - | 118.6 dB |
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