Short answer: the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE for the higher ranking, the Monoprice SW-15 for the lower price. The Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE ranks #6 of 137 subwoofers at $1595. The Monoprice SW-15 ranks #8 at $374.99, $1220.01 cheaper.
On the Monoprice SW-15 side: 15-inch ported with 600W RMS (800W peak) delivers Large-room Bassaholic rating. Set against that: Budget-tier design, ported room gain dependency, 30 kg mid-size, and limited dynamic headroom.
The case for the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE: 15-inch ported driver delivers 119.1dB CEA-2010-A average from a rear-ported cabinet.
Buy the Monoprice SW-15 if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice SW-15 | Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $374.99 | $1595 |
| Ranked | #8 of 137 in Medium Powered Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #6 of 137 in Medium Powered Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom | ported, rear |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 90.0 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 101.2 dB | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 106.3 dB | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 111.2 dB | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 116.0 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 120.2 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.5 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 119.5 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 119.0 dB | 119.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Dimensions | 18.1"H x 21.0"W x 22.7"D (459.7 x 533.4 x 576.6 mm) | 23.0"H x 17.0"W x 22.0"D (584.2 x 431.8 x 558.8 mm) |
| Weight | 66.1 lbs / 30.0 kg | 75 lbs / 34.0 kg |
| Warranty | 1 | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | - |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics | Manufacturer |
| Frequency Response | 30-150Hz (-10dB) | 21-200Hz |
| Power Output (Watts) | 600W RMS / 800W peak | 500W RMS / 1000W peak |
| Crossover | 40-150Hz, 18dB/octave | - |
| Phase Control | 0° or 180° | - |
| Input Connections | Stereo line level and speaker level | - |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver | 15" (381mm) driver |
The Two Speakers In Full
Monoprice SW-15: $374.99 Amazon
Pros: 15-inch ported with 600W RMS (800W peak) delivers Large-room Bassaholic rating. Unrivaled mid-bass punch for $375. Strong output with clean control. Dual speaker-level inputs and 40-150Hz crossover for flexible hookup.
Cons: Budget-tier design, ported room gain dependency, 30 kg mid-size, and limited dynamic headroom.
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| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 119.0 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Crossover | 40-150Hz, 18dB/octave |
| Dimensions | 18.1"H x 21.0"W x 22.7"D (459.7 x 533.4 x 576.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom |
| Frequency Response | 30-150Hz (-10dB) |
| Input Connections | Stereo line level and speaker level |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 90.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 101.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 106.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 111.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 116.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 120.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 119.5 dB |
| Phase Control | 0° or 180° |
| Power Output (Watts) | 600W RMS / 800W peak |
| Warranty | 1 |
| Weight | 66.1 lbs / 30.0 kg |
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Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE: $1595
Pros: 15-inch ported driver delivers 119.1dB CEA-2010-A average from a rear-ported cabinet.
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 119.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 23.0"H x 17.0"W x 22.0"D (584.2 x 431.8 x 558.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, rear |
| Frequency Response | 21-200Hz |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 119.1 dB |
| Power Output (Watts) | 500W RMS / 1000W peak |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 75 lbs / 34.0 kg |
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