Short answer: the RCF KX 32-A. It ranks #7 of 83 12-inch pa speakers by sound quality (rated 4.3/5) at $4,198.50 and is still sold new; the PreSonus ULT12 ranks #77 (rated 2.6/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The RCF KX 32-A is the better-sounding choice. A flagship 12 inch powered PA speaker with huge amplifier power, a large compression driver and smooth sound for demanding mains. The tradeoff: The measurement is truncated and cannot produce a preference score, while the 52 lbs (23.6 kg) plywood enclosure is heavier than mainstream molded alternatives.
Why pick the PreSonus ULT12: A powered 12 inch PA speaker with an onboard mixer, rotatable horn and very wide coverage for shallow rooms. The tradeoff: The 3.50 ideal-subwoofer preference score is the weakest in this 15-model group, reflecting major response/directivity irregularity.
Buy the RCF KX 32-A. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the PreSonus ULT12 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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A flagship 12 inch powered PA speaker with huge amplifier power, a large compression driver and smooth sound for demanding mains.
A powered 12 inch PA speaker with an onboard mixer, rotatable horn and very wide coverage for shallow rooms.
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Specifications Side By Side
| RCF KX 32-A | PreSonus ULT12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,198.50 | $999.95 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #7 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers | #77 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex point-source PA speaker | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” neodymium woofer, 1.4” exit/3” dome compression driver | 12” woofer, compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 24.4”H x 14.2”W x 16.1”D (620 x 360 x 409.3 mm) | 25.2”H x 14”W x 13.9”D (641 x 356 x 353 mm) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 61.5Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 60Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Coverage | 100° x 70°, rotatable | 110° x 50° |
| Maximum SPL | 134dB peak (manufacturer specified) | 135dB (1300W peak power) |
| Inputs | XLR audio input/link and EtherCON RDNet | 2 x XLR/TRS combo |
| Amplifier Power | 3200W peak (2000W LF + 1200W HF) | 1,300W peak / 650W continuous (1,000W / 500W LF; 300W / 150W HF, manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 750Hz | 1.6kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Cabinet Material | Baltic birch plywood | 15mm eucalyptus plywood |
| Rigging | Quick-lock rigging; 6 x M10 inserts; 35mm pole mount | M10 suspension points; two-position 35mm pole socket |
| Network Control | RDNet | - |
| DSP | Yes, FiRPHASE, Bass Motion Control, presets and RDNet | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 52 lbs (23.6 kg) | 52 lbs (23.6 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| 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 | - | 0.84 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 3.50 |
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