Short answer: the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS30SE ranks #35 of 97 subwoofers by sound quality at $4495; the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30F ranks #38 at $4495. Close enough in price that the sound-quality gap is the deciding factor.
What the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS30SE offers: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
What the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30F offers: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
Buy the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS30SE. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30F at the same price, so there is no real case for the other one.
Specifications Side By Side
| Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS30SE | Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30F | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4495 | $4495 |
| Ranked | #35 of 97 in Large Powered Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #38 of 97 in Large Powered Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | sealed | ported, bottom |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 110.6 dB | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 110.6 dB | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 110.6 dB | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.2 dB | 122.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.2 dB | 122.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 122.2 dB | 122.1 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 122.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) | 122.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Dimensions | 22.5"H x 24"W x 18"D (571.5 x 609.6 x 457.2 mm) | 45"H x 18.5"W x 22.5"D (1143.0 x 469.9 x 571.5 mm) |
| Weight | 108.9 lbs / 49.4 kg | 155 lbs / 70.3 kg |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer | Manufacturer |
| Drivers | 2x 15" (381mm) driver | 2x 15" (381mm) driver |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS30SE: $4495
Full Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS30SE review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 122.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 22.5"H x 24"W x 18"D (571.5 x 609.6 x 457.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| 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 | 122.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 122.2 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 108.9 lbs / 49.4 kg |
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Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30F: $4495
Full Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30F review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 122.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 45"H x 18.5"W x 22.5"D (1143.0 x 469.9 x 571.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 15" (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 114.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 122.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 122.1 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 155 lbs / 70.3 kg |
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