Short answer: the KV2 Audio EX12 if sound quality matters most, the RCF ART 912-A if price matters most. The KV2 Audio EX12 ranks #5 of 83 12-inch pa speakers, rated 4.4/5, at $3,480. The RCF ART 912-A ranks #12, rated 4.1/5, at $949, $2,531 cheaper.
The case for the RCF ART 912-A: A widely stocked, loud 12 inch powered PA speaker with good sound and simple setup for users who skip menu heavy DSP. The catch: The available low-quality manufacturer directivity data has no computed preference score, limiting confidence in cross-brand tonal comparisons.
The KV2 Audio EX12 is the better-sounding option. A highly accurate specialist 12 inch PA speaker with deep bass, very clear vocals and controlled throw. The tradeoff: The 60.4 lbs (27.4 kg) enclosure and premium price make it much less portable and accessible than the mainstream leaders.
Buy the RCF ART 912-A if the price is the priority over sound quality, or the KV2 Audio EX12 if sound quality is the priority over the price.
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A widely stocked, loud 12 inch powered PA speaker with good sound and simple setup for users who skip menu heavy DSP.
A highly accurate specialist 12 inch PA speaker with deep bass, very clear vocals and controlled throw.
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Specifications Side By Side
| RCF ART 912-A | KV2 Audio EX12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $949.00 | $3,480 |
| Ranked | #12 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers | #5 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 65.0Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 60Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, 1” compression driver with 1.75” voice coil | 12” neodymium woofer, 1.4” exit/3” diaphragm compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 22kHz (-3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 25.3”H x 14.6”W x 14.3”D (642 x 370 x 363 mm) | 23.5”H x 14.5”W x 14.5”D (596 x 368 x 368 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 2,100W peak (1,400W LF + 700W HF, manufacturer specified) | 500W continuous (450W LF + 50W HF, manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.7kHz (manufacturer specified) | 1.1kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Cabinet Material | Polypropylene composite | Baltic birch plywood |
| Rigging | M10 fly points; pole mount | M10 hang point, OmniMount bracket point, 4x M6 bracket points, 10x M10 suspension points; 35mm pole mount |
| Coverage | 100° x 60° | 80° x 40° |
| Maximum SPL | 130dB peak (manufacturer specified) | 133dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR/TRS combo | Balanced XLR input and output |
| DSP | Yes | Integrated crossover, phase alignment, EQ and protection |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 41.9 lbs (19 kg) | 60.4 lbs (27.4 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | No | No |
| Microphone Input | No | No |
| Guitar Input | No | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 4.19 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 6.62 |
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