RCF NX 932-A vs PreSonus ULT12

Short answer: the RCF NX 932-A for better sound quality, the PreSonus ULT12 for the lower price. The RCF NX 932-A ranks #8 of 37 12-inch two-way powered pa speakers at $1799. The PreSonus ULT12 ranks #37 at $500, $1299 cheaper.

What the RCF NX 932-A offers: A 3-inch titanium compression-driver diaphragm, 100° x 70° coverage and plywood cabinet make it especially capable for clear vocals over wide areas. The 2100W amplifier, advanced RCF processing and 132dB peak claim support serious main-speaker use. Watch for: The medium-quality Spinorama measurement is truncated and cannot generate a preference score, so its high position relies partly on response/directivity curves and published engineering. At 22.9kg it is significantly heavier than the ART 932-A.

What the PreSonus ULT12 offers: Very broad 110° x 50° nominal coverage can be useful in shallow rooms, and the plywood cabinet, rotatable horn and onboard mixer are practical live-sound features. Measured bass extension reaches 60Hz in the medium-quality vendor data. Watch for: The 2.75 ideal-subwoofer preference score is the weakest in this 15-model group, reflecting major response/directivity irregularity. It is difficult to recommend for sound quality when stronger measured alternatives are available at similar prices.

Buy the RCF NX 932-A if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the PreSonus ULT12 if the price matters more than sound quality.

Skip the PreSonus ULT12 if sound quality matters to you. It ranks near the bottom of the 37 12-inch two-way powered pa speakers.

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The Two Speakers In Full

RCF NX 932-A: $1,799.00 Amazon B&H Photo Video Guitar Center eBay

Pros: A 3-inch titanium compression-driver diaphragm, 100° x 70° coverage and plywood cabinet make it especially capable for clear vocals over wide areas. The 2100W amplifier, advanced RCF processing and 132dB peak claim support serious main-speaker use. Measured bass extension of 61.5Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The medium-quality Spinorama measurement is truncated and cannot generate a preference score, so its high position relies partly on response/directivity curves and published engineering. At 22.9kg it is significantly heavier than the ART 932-A.

Full RCF NX 932-A review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	2100W peak (1400W LF + 700W HF)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	61.5Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Cabinet Material	Plywood
Configuration	Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker
Coverage	100° x 70°
Crossover Frequency	700Hz
DSP	Yes, FiRPHASE and Bass Motion Control
Dimensions	24.4"H x 14.3"W x 15.9"D (620 x 362 x 405 mm)
Drivers	12" woofer, 1.4" exit/3" diaphragm compression driver
Frequency Response	45Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified)
Inputs	XLR/TRS combo input and XLR output
Maximum SPL	132dB peak (manufacturer specified)
Rigging	6 x M10 inserts, 4 quick-lock points; 35mm pole mount
Weight	50.5 lbs (22.9 kg)

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PreSonus ULT12: $500.00 B&H Photo Video eBay

Pros: Very broad 110° x 50° nominal coverage can be useful in shallow rooms, and the plywood cabinet, rotatable horn and onboard mixer are practical live-sound features. Measured bass extension reaches 60Hz in the medium-quality vendor data. Measured bass extension of 60Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The 2.75 ideal-subwoofer preference score is the weakest in this 15-model group, reflecting major response/directivity irregularity. It is difficult to recommend for sound quality when stronger measured alternatives are available at similar prices.

Full PreSonus ULT12 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	1,300W peak / 650W continuous (1,000W / 500W LF; 300W / 150W HF, manufacturer specified)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	60Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Cabinet Material	15mm eucalyptus plywood
Configuration	Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker
Coverage	110° x 50°
Crossover Frequency	1.6kHz (manufacturer specified)
DSP	Yes
Dimensions	25.2"H x 14"W x 13.9"D (641 x 356 x 353 mm)
Drivers	12" woofer, compression driver
Frequency Response	Not published by PreSonus in the current product specifications
Inputs	2 x XLR/TRS combo
Rigging	M10 suspension points; two-position 35mm pole socket
Spinorama Preference Score	0.09
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	2.75

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