Short answer: choose between the Yamaha DXR15mkII and RCF ART 735-A MK4 for the requirements of the venue and system, not from rank alone. In this size class, coverage, bass extension, output capability, DSP, cabinet construction, and service support often decide the better fit. The Yamaha DXR15mkII has been replaced by the Yamaha DXR15mkIII. The RCF ART 735-A MK4 has been replaced by the RCF ART 735-A MK5. If you are buying new, get the Yamaha DXR15mkIII.
Why choose the Yamaha DXR15mkII. A proven, broadly distributed workhorse: medium-quality vendor data shows a 4.98 ideal-subwoofer preference score with 61Hz measured extension, and Yamaha’s FIR-X processing and D-CONTOUR presets simplify setup.
Why choose the RCF ART 735-A MK4. Its large 3-inch compression-driver voice coil, 132dB claimed peak and roughly 53Hz measured extension give it useful vocal headroom and bass reach. The 47.2 lbs (21.4 kg) enclosure remains manageable for a 15-inch box.
What to weigh before buying. The preference score sits mid-pack for this ranking, and it lacks app control or Bluetooth audio found on some newer competitors. The low-quality vendor data is truncated and does not yield a preference score. It is discontinued and eclipsed by current 9-series and MK5 models.
Buy the Yamaha DXR15mkII when its stated coverage, output, processing, and deployment format best match the job.
Buy the RCF ART 735-A MK4 when its stated strengths are the better match for the room and the rest of the PA.
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A proven, widely available powered 15 inch PA speaker with presets that make setup simple.
A discontinued powered 15 inch PA speaker with strong vocal headroom and decent bass reach in a manageable cabinet.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Yamaha DXR15mkII | RCF ART 735-A MK4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $798.00 Discontinued | $888.00 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #26 of 76 in 15-Inch PA Speakers | #51 of 76 in 15-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 15” woofer, 1.75” compression driver | 15” woofer, 1.4” compression driver with 3” voice coil |
| Frequency Response | 49Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified) | 45Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 27.6”H x 17.5”W x 15”D (700 x 445 x 380 mm) | 27.9”H x 17.2”W x 15.3”D (708 x 437 x 389 mm) |
| Maximum SPL | 134dB peak (manufacturer specified) | 132dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, dual 1/4-inch, stereo RCA; XLR thru and link outputs | XLR/jack combo input; XLR output |
| Amplifier Power | 1100W dynamic / 700W continuous (950W LF + 150W HF dynamic) | 1,400W peak / 700W RMS (1,000W LF + 400W HF peak, manufacturer specified) |
| Cabinet Material | Matte-finish ABS | Polypropylene composite |
| Rigging | 3 x M10 points; 35mm dual-angle pole mount | Two M10 fly points; pole mount |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 67Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 53Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| DSP | Yes | Yes, FiRPHASE, EQ, limiting and protection |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 48.1 lbs (21.8 kg) | 47.2 lbs (21.4 kg) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 2.28 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 4.98 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | No |
| TRS Input | Yes | 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 |
| Coverage | 90° x 60° (constant directivity horn) | 100° x 60° |
| Crossover Frequency | - | 800Hz (manufacturer specified) |
Frequency Response Compared
Both speakers’ spinorama measurements, overlaid. A flatter line is more neutral: peaks sound forward or harsh, dips sound recessed. Each curve is shifted so its average from 300 Hz to 3 kHz sits at 0 dB, so loudness differences between the two are removed and only the shape is compared.
Measurement data: Yamaha DXR15mkII (measured by the manufacturer) and RCF ART 735-A MK4 (measured by the manufacturer), via spinorama.org.
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