Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE vs Starke Sound SW15

Short answer: the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE, if you are buying new. The Starke Sound SW15 measures as well as it (#23 vs #22 of 145 subwoofers, 3.9/5 vs 3.9/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE is still sold new at $1499.

On the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE side: 15-inch sealed driver delivers 117.8dB CEA-2010-A average in a compact sealed enclosure.

The case for the Starke Sound SW15: Sealed 15-inch with 450W RMS delivers tight controlled deep bass down to 14Hz.

Buy the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE if you want one new; the Starke Sound SW15 is discontinued, so only look for it used.

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The Two Speakers In Full

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)

• Links
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE Website
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  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Starke Sound SW15: $1,075 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Sealed 15-inch with 450W RMS delivers tight controlled deep bass down to 14Hz. Excellent +/-1.5dB response curve from 10Hz-50Hz. Infrasonic capable with no high-pass filter cutoff. Fast accurate response without distortion or bloat.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Starke Sound SW15 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	450W RMS / 900W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	117.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Crossover Frequency	50-200Hz adjustable
Dimensions	17.3"H x 16.5"W x 18.9"D (439.4 x 419.1 x 480.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Features	Sealed subwoofer, outputs: XLR
Frequency Response	14-240Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	1 XLR (balanced), 3 RCA (unbalanced)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	86.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	110.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	117.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	115.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	113.8 dB
Phase Control	0°-180° adjustable
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	54.9 lbs (24.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Starke Sound SW15 Website
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