Short answer: the QSC K12.2. It ranks #1 of 83 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 QSC K12.2 is the better-sounding, deeper-bass pick. A reliable 12 inch PA speaker with excellent sound and flexible built in processing, a safe choice for most events. Its bass reaches about 48Hz before falling 3dB, against 62Hz for the EAW MKC120. It keeps a wired aux input, which the EAW MKC120 lacks. Watch for: The underlying Spinorama source is low quality, so its apparent measured lead deserves caution.
The case for the EAW MKC120: An accurate passive 12 inch PA speaker with deeper bass than most, a rotatable horn and a pole mount for small to mid size rooms. 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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Measured Differences
- Bass depth: the QSC K12.2 reaches 48 Hz (3 dB down) against 62 Hz for the EAW MKC120, about half an octave deeper. You hear more of the lowest bass notes and kick drums.
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Specifications Side By Side
| QSC K12.2 | EAW MKC120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $899.99 | $1,555.00 Passive |
| Ranked | #1 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers | #8 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | No | Yes |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker | Passive 2-way coaxial PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, 1.4” compression driver | 12” cone woofer with 2.5” voice coil, 1” exit compression driver with CSA coaxial loading |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified) | 48Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 23.7”H x 14”W x 13.8”D (602 x 356 x 350 mm) | 22.4”H x 14.4”W x 13.4”D (569 x 367 x 341 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 2025W peak (1800W LF + 225W HF) | Passive speaker; use external amplification within the 600W handling rating at 8 ohms |
| Cabinet Material | Impact-resistant ABS | - |
| Rigging | 2 x M10 inserts and pull-back point; 35mm pole mount | Integrated M10 mounting points, built-in handle, pole mount |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 48Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 62Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Coverage | 75° conical | 90° x 60° (rotatable) |
| Maximum SPL | 132dB peak (manufacturer specified) | 135dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | 2 x XLR/TRS combo, 3.5mm aux | Two Neutrik NL4 connectors and 2-pin barrier strip |
| DSP | Yes | No (passive; use with an amplifier that has EAW DSP presets) |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 39 lbs (17.7 kg) | 36.2 lbs (16.4 kg) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.46 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.73 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | No |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | Yes | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Microphone Input | No | No |
| Guitar Input | No | No |
| Power Handling | - | 600W at 8 ohms (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | - | 95dB |
Where the Ratings Come From
- QSC K12.2: Spinorama.org measurements.
- EAW MKC120: Spinorama.org measurements.
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