QSC K12.2 vs EAW MKC120

Short answer: the QSC K12.2. It ranks #1 of 50 12-inch pa speakers by sound quality, rated 4.7/5, at $899.99; the EAW MKC120 ranks #8, rated 4.3/5, and costs $1,555, which makes this an easy call rather than a real tradeoff.

The case for the QSC K12.2: The strongest all-round tonal result in this popular-model group: the vendor Spinorama data produces a 7.73 ideal-subwoofer preference score and 48Hz measured bass extension. Watch for: The underlying Spinorama source is low quality, so its apparent measured lead deserves caution.

The case for the EAW MKC120: Vendor Spinorama data gives preference scores of 5.04 standalone and 7.57 with an ideal subwoofer. Watch for: A passive cabinet, so it needs a separate amplifier and processor with EAW presets.

Buy the QSC K12.2. It is rated higher for sound quality than the EAW MKC120 and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.

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Specifications Side By Side

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The Two Speakers In Full

QSC K12.2: $899.99 Amazon B&H Photo Video Guitar Center eBay

Pros: The strongest all-round tonal result in this popular-model group: the vendor Spinorama data produces a 7.73 ideal-subwoofer preference score and 48Hz measured bass extension. Extensive onboard DSP, flexible main/monitor use and a long market track record make it an unusually safe general-purpose choice. Measured bass extension of 48Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The underlying Spinorama source is low quality, so its apparent measured lead deserves caution. It is not the cheapest 12-inch option, and serious dance music or high-output live use still benefits from a subwoofer.

Full QSC K12.2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	2025W peak (1800W LF + 225W HF)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-3dB)	48Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Cabinet Material	Impact-resistant ABS
Coaxial Input	No
Configuration	Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker
Coverage	75° conical
DSP	Yes
Dimensions	23.7”H x 14”W x 13.8”D (602 x 356 x 350 mm)
Drivers	12” woofer, 1.4” compression driver
Frequency Response	45Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified)
Guitar Input	No
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	2 x XLR/TRS combo, 3.5mm aux
Maximum SPL	132dB peak (manufacturer specified)
Microphone Input	No
Optical Input	No
RCA Input	No
Rigging	2 x M10 inserts and pull-back point; 35mm pole mount
Spinorama Preference Score	5.46
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.73
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Weight	39 lbs (17.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

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  • QSC K12.2 Product Page
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EAW MKC120: $1,555.00 Passive SoundPro eBay

Pros: Vendor Spinorama data gives preference scores of 5.04 standalone and 7.57 with an ideal subwoofer. Bass reaches about 62Hz (-3dB), deeper than most 12-inch boxes here, and the 135dB maximum SPL and 600W handling suit small and mid-size rooms. It weighs 16.4kg, with a rotatable 90° x 60° horn, built-in handle and pole mount. Measured bass extension of 62Hz (-3dB).

Cons: A passive cabinet, so it needs a separate amplifier and processor with EAW presets. Listening-window narrow-band deviation is 0.239 and predicted in-room smoothness is 0.729, less even than the best coaxials in this ranking. Street pricing is high for a box that cannot play without extra gear.

Full EAW MKC120 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	Passive speaker; use external amplification within the 600W handling rating at 8 ohms
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-3dB)	62Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
Configuration	Passive 2-way coaxial PA speaker
Coverage	90° x 60° (rotatable)
DSP	No (passive; use with an amplifier that has EAW DSP presets)
Dimensions	22.4”H x 14.4”W x 13.4”D (569 x 367 x 341 mm)
Drivers	12” cone woofer with 2.5” voice coil, 1” exit compression driver with CSA coaxial loading
Frequency Response	48Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified)
Guitar Input	No
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	Two Neutrik NL4 connectors and 2-pin barrier strip
Maximum SPL	135dB (manufacturer specified)
Microphone Input	No
Optical Input	No
Power Handling	600W at 8 ohms (manufacturer specified)
RCA Input	No
Rigging	Integrated M10 mounting points, built-in handle, pole mount
Sensitivity	95dB
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	36.2 lbs (16.4 kg)
XLR Input	No

• Links
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