Every Subwoofer With an XLR Input

91 subwoofers in our rankings have a balanced XLR input. Most consumer home-theater subwoofers only offer unbalanced RCA, since a short run from a receiver’s LFE output rarely needs it. A balanced XLR input matters more once the cable run gets longer, or the sub sits in a system built around balanced gear, like a preamp, a professional install, or a matched pair of studio monitors’ own XLR-equipped companion sub.

A subwoofer’s rank here reflects its measured output and extension, not the presence of this input. If you want an XLR input specifically weighed against performance rather than just listed, see our curated best subwoofers with an XLR input picks instead.

This is every match, grouped by size and sorted by measured performance.

The Speakers

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• Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)
• Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
• Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs)

Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)

Ranked #36 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - Yamaha HS8S: $775 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 104.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 8” (203mm) driver is intended to add useful bass support without a full-size cabinet.

Cons: Without a published 20 Hz output result, deep-bass capability is less certain than its midbass figure. The 349.2H x 300.0W x 388.9D mm cabinet and 10.2 kg mass still need careful placement and calibration.

Full Yamaha HS8S review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Japan
Dimensions	13.7"H x 11.8"W x 15.3"D (349.2 x 300.0 x 388.9 mm)
Drivers	8" (203mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), TRS (2, balanced)
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	106.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	107.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	105.7 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Warranty	2
Weight	22.5 lbs (10.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Yamaha HS8S Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by ErinsAudioCorner; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Ranked #46 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - Axiom Audio EP400 v3: $599 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 90.0 dB at 20 Hz and 98.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 8” (203mm) driver is best suited to upper-bass support in a modest room.

Cons: Deep-bass output is limited relative to its midbass result, so it is not the right choice for the lowest movie effects. The 349.2H x 266.7W x 426.7D mm cabinet and 8.1 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration. Discontinued.

Full Axiom Audio EP400 v3 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	98.5 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	13.7"H x 10.5"W x 16.8"D (349.2 x 266.7 x 426.7 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	8" (203mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (line-level), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	90.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	94.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	99.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	98.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	17.9 lbs (8.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Axiom Audio EP400 v3 vs REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII

Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)

Ranked #1 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO: $2,600 JTR Speakers eBay

Pros: Dual 12-inch ported with 1200W DSP amp and full digital sound processor. Dual-12 output beyond impressive with distortion-free performance. Bulletproof construction for pro sound installations.

Cons: Premium pricing at $2799, ported room interaction, and 32 kg mid-size footprint.

Notes: Looks like “PA sub”

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	1200W RMS; Class D with DSP
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	129.1 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	16"H x 30"W x 22.5"D (406.4 x 762.0 x 571.5 mm)
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) drivers
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR and RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 25 Hz	95.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	122.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	129.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	131.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	133.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	134.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	135.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	71 lbs (32.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs HSU Research ULS-15 MK2
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs Monoprice SW-12
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs Monoprice SW-15
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs SVS SB-3000
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs Rythmik F12
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE
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Ranked #2 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X: $1,606.77 eBay

Pros: Sealed 15-inch with 900W RMS, 1800W peak delivers forceful clean tight low bass. Easily configurable as forward-firing or down-firing. Smartphone app with Anthem Room Correction (ARC) optimizes bass across room. Wireless capable with optional SWT-X module.

Cons: Ported design room integration needs, mid-range 121.5 dB output, and $1607 price.

Full MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	900W RMS / 1800W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	120.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20.1"H x 17.9"W x 19.1"D (510.5 x 454.7 x 485.1 mm)
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	20-200Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	RCA (stereo and LFE), XLR (LFE), speaker-level (banana)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	86.2 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	99.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	103.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	111.7 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	118.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	121.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	120.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	119.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	56 lbs (25.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs HSU Research ULS-15 MK2
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs JTR Speakers Captivator 212PRO
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs Monoprice SW-12
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs Paradigm Defiance X12
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15-BASE
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15SEICE-BASE
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X vs Monoprice SW-15
  • See all 49 comparisons

Ranked #20 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Rythmik F12: $1,120 Rythmik Audio eBay

Pros: Sealed 12-inch servo with 370W RMS offers excellent value. Very musical and can disappear in small rooms. Digs to 14Hz with excellent build quality and well-braced cabinet.

Full Rythmik F12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	370W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.7"H x 15.7"W x 17"D (400.0 x 400.0 x 431.8 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	14Hz extension
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), RCA (line/LFE)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 16 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	103.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	106.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	113.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	118.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	119.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	75 lbs (34.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Rythmik F12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Rythmik F12 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE
  • Rythmik F12 vs Klipsch SPL-120
  • Rythmik F12 vs JBL HDI-1200P
  • Rythmik F12 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Rythmik F12 vs Monoprice SW-15
  • Rythmik F12 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15
  • Rythmik F12 vs SVS SB-2000
  • Rythmik F12 vs Monoprice SW-12
  • See all 21 comparisons

Ranked #23 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Starke Sound SW15: $1,075 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Sealed 15-inch with 450W RMS delivers tight controlled deep bass down to 14Hz. Excellent +/-1.5dB response curve from 10Hz-50Hz. Infrasonic capable with no high-pass filter cutoff. Fast accurate response without distortion or bloat.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Starke Sound SW15 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	450W RMS / 900W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	117.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Crossover Frequency	50-200Hz adjustable
Dimensions	17.3"H x 16.5"W x 18.9"D (439.4 x 419.1 x 480.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Features	Sealed subwoofer, outputs: XLR
Frequency Response	14-240Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	1 XLR (balanced), 3 RCA (unbalanced)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	86.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	110.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	117.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	115.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	113.8 dB
Phase Control	0°-180° adjustable
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	54.9 lbs (24.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Starke Sound SW15 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs JBL HDI-1200P
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs KRK Systems 12S
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15-BASE
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs Monoprice SW-15
  • Starke Sound SW15 vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X

Ranked #24 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - JBL HDI-1200P: $2,310 eBay

Pros: Dual-ported 1000W 12-inch high-excursion cone. Symmetric Field motor design controls stray magnetic flux for refined response. Plays very clean with super low distortion (<1% THD) down to tuning frequency. Dual down-firing ports extend low-end with 28-150Hz frequency response. Adjustable crossover (50-150Hz) and phase control for seamless integration. Compact ~17-inch cube with automotive-gloss or furniture-grade finishes.

Full JBL HDI-1200P review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	1000W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	117.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Crossover Frequency	50-150Hz, 24dB/octave
Dimensions	16.9"H x 16.3"W x 17.8"D (430.5 x 414.0 x 451.4 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Features	Single-band parametric EQ
Frequency Response	28-150Hz (-6dB)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	RCA (unbalanced) and XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 25 Hz	93.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	109.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	115.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	114.9 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	115.4 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	117.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	70.8 lbs (32.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JBL HDI-1200P Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs KRK Systems 12S
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs Starke Sound SW15
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs JL Audio E112
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs Rythmik F12
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs SVS SB-3000
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs SVS SB-2000
  • JBL HDI-1200P vs Monoprice SW-15
  • See all 15 comparisons

Ranked #25 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - KRK Systems 12S: $899 Discontinued eBay

Pros: 12-inch Kevlar ported with 240W RMS offers smooth response and solid deep extension. Little port noise with no cabinet rattle. Highly recommended professional studio subwoofer at fair price point.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full KRK Systems 12S review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	240W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	117.1 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	18.1"H x 15.9"W x 22.6"D (460.0 x 404.9 x 575.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Frequency Response	32-139Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (stereo, balanced), TRS (stereo), RCA (stereo)
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	92.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	99.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	111.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	115.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.2 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	115.8 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	113.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	110.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	66.6 lbs (30.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • KRK Systems 12S Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • KRK Systems 12S vs JBL HDI-1200P
  • KRK Systems 12S vs JL Audio E112
  • KRK Systems 12S vs Starke Sound SW15
  • KRK Systems 12S vs SVS SB-3000
  • KRK Systems 12S vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #27 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1S: $1,650 eBay

Pros: Premium finish and packing. Tight and precise bass with suppleness and dynamics at higher price point. 7-band parametric EQ for room correction. App control (iOS/Android). Flexible driver configuration.

Full Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1S review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	800W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	116.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	18.9"H x 13.2"W x 17.7"D (479.8 x 334.8 x 449.8 mm)
Drivers	13.8" (351mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	19-200Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	86.5 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	93.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	98.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	108.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	113.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	117.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	118.5 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	118.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	10/5
Weight	54 lbs (24.5 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1S Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1S vs SVS SB-3000
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1S vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #28 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Sigberg Audio 10D: $4,067.37 Sigberg Audio eBay

Pros: Dual 10-inch sealed with 500W RMS, 116.8dB average. Force-cancelling opposed drivers eliminate vibration. Scan-Speak driver linearity with 9-band parametric EQ. Built-in active limiter. Smallest dual-10 design worldwide.

Full Sigberg Audio 10D review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	500W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	116.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	14.6"H x 14.2"W x 16.1"D (370.1 x 359.9 x 410.0 mm)
Discontinued	No
Drivers	2x 10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	23-250Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, in plus through), RCA (stereo), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	86.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	91.5 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	96.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	112.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	116.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	119.3 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	118.4 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	59.5 lbs (27.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Sigberg Audio 10D Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Sigberg Audio 10D vs SVS SB-3000
  • Sigberg Audio 10D vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #29 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X: $1,274.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: 12-inch sealed driver with 650W amp delivers compelling deep bass with visceral punch and composure. Integrated Anthem Room Correction (ARC) software optimizes bass performance. Compact size with exceptional build quality.

Full MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	650W RMS / 1300W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	116.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	17.1"H x 15"W x 15.6"D (434.3 x 381.0 x 396.2 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	22-200Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (LFE), RCA (LFE), RCA (stereo), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Matthew J Poes
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	90.6 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	95.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	100.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	111.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	115.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	120.7 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.3 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	120.7 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	46.1 lbs (20.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Matthew J Poes; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X vs SVS SB-3000
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X vs Monoprice SW-15
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X

Ranked #30 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X: $1299 eBay

Pros: 15-inch sealed with 650W RMS, 1300W peak delivers forceful clean tight low bass. Variable orientation (front or down-firing) configuration offers flexible room placement. PBK room correction calibrates performance across multiple listening positions.

Full MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	650W RMS / 1300W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	116.5 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	18.3"H x 16.7"W x 17.6"D (464.8 x 425.4 x 447.0 mm)
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	20Hz+ (with room correction)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (LFE), RCA (LFE), RCA (stereo), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	92.9 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	95.6 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	100.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	108.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	113.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	117.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	117.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	116.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	115.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	52 lbs (23.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1100X
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X vs SVS SB-3000
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X vs Monoprice SW-15
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X

Ranked #42 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - RBH Sound SX-12: $1099 Discontinued eBay

Pros: 12-inch aluminum-cone ported with 350W RMS earns Large-room Bassaholic rating. Excellent musical performance with refined high-fidelity characteristics. Graceful side panel curves reduce standing waves. Impressive power without sacrificing musicality.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full RBH Sound SX-12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	350W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	115.4 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	19.6"H x 17.7"W x 21.1"D (498.3 x 449.6 x 536.4 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Frequency Response	27Hz (flat)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, LFE in/out), RCA (LFE in/out), RCA (stereo line)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	90.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	111.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	116.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	115.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	115.1 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	114.7 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	114.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/1(+5/+3)
Weight	52.9 lbs (24.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • RBH Sound SX-12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • RBH Sound SX-12 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP

Ranked #50 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 12: $3,456.29 Sigberg Audio eBay

Pros: Ultra-slim 12-inch sealed design (6.69” depth) with 250W RMS reaches 23Hz. Real quality accurate bass with minimal distortion and 10-band parametric EQ. Wall-mountable or under-furniture placement without sound loss. Premium European build quality.

Notes: low profile (<8in)

Full Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	250W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	114.4 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	21.3"H x 25.6"W x 6.7"D (539.8 x 650.0 x 169.9 mm)
Discontinued	No
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	23-250Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, in plus through), RCA, speaker-level, USB (config only)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	92.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	104.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	112.5 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	114.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	115.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	116.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	48.5 lbs (22.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 12 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 12 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #51 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Sunfire XTEQ12: $999 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Dual 12-inch sealed with 3000W peak amplifier. Auto EQ via included microphone (test tones at 35Hz, 49Hz, 64Hz, 84Hz). One-minute setup process. Built-in high-pass filter for satellite speakers. Compact size with powerful DSP equalization.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Sunfire XTEQ12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	3000W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	115.8 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	13"H x 13"W x 12.2"D (330.2 x 330.2 x 311.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	16-100Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, mono), RCA (line in/out), RCA (slave)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	98.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	105.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	109.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	112.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	117.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.4 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	60 lbs (27.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Sunfire XTEQ12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #60 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Starke Sound SW12: $670 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Sealed 12-inch with 450W RMS offers exceptional value with glass-fiber cone for toughness. Hits hard and sharp when needed with accuracy between movie and music. Compact for 15-inch-class performance.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Starke Sound SW12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	450W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	114.1 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.7"H x 14.9"W x 16.7"D (398.8 x 378.5 x 424.2 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	16-240Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (LFE), RCA (stereo pair)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	88.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	93.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	101.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	112.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	115.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	114.2 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	113.7 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	114.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	112.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	39.5 lbs (17.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Starke Sound SW12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #86 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Wisdom Audio SCS: $2999 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Dual 5-inch oval woofers with 400W RMS in unique slim transmission line design. Fits where most subs won’t with smooth neutral bass. Transparent response comparable to professional recording studios. Flexible vent placement offers unprecedented installation options.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Wisdom Audio SCS review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	400W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	112.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	22.5"H x 37"W x 7"D (571.5 x 939.8 x 177.8 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 5" (127mm) woofers in a Regenerative Transmission Line configuration
Enclosure	ported, side
Frequency Response	20-80Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (3x: SSP/Direct, L, R)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	100.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	109.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	114.6 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	72.1 lbs (32.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Wisdom Audio SCS Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #90 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith 10 THX Select: $699 eBay

Pros: THX-certified 10-inch ported with 500W amp extends down to 20Hz with no internal resonance or port noise. HDF cabinet construction ensures inert enclosure. Variable phase adjustment and robust built-to-last design.

Notes: Product # 24456

Full Monoprice Monolith 10 THX Select review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	500W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	111.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	18.9"H x 15"W x 19.7"D (480.1 x 381.0 x 500.4 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Frequency Response	17-20Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA, XLR passthrough out
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	95.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	102.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	107.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	110.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	111.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	72.5 lbs (32.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith 10 THX Select Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by ErinsAudioCorner; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith 10 THX Select vs SVS SB-3000
  • Monoprice Monolith 10 THX Select vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #91 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva S12: $449 eBay

Pros: Rear-ported, 300W class-D amplifier. 12” high-excursion driver with 25-150Hz response. Great value at $449 with more output than close competitors. Easy to use multiple subs together.

Full Emotiva S12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	300W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	111.4 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	17.4"H x 15.7"W x 16.9"D (441.2 x 400.0 x 428.5 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	passive radiator
Frequency Response	25-150Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (summed L/R)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	86.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	95.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	101.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	108.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	66.1 lbs (30.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Emotiva S12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Emotiva S12 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Emotiva S12 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #97 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - SVS SB12-Plus: $1299 eBay

Pros: 12-inch sealed with 425W RMS, 110.9dB average. Compact cube design delivers amazing performance. Ideal for small rooms under 2500 cubic feet. Doesn’t leave listeners short-changed on bass quality or control.

Full SVS SB12-Plus review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	425W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.9 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	13.5"H x 13.5"W x 13.5"D (342.9 x 342.9 x 342.9 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	22-150Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA, speaker-level
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	87.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	89.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	101.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	107.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	111.8 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	39.9 lbs (18.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS SB12-Plus Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS SB12-Plus vs SVS SB-3000
  • SVS SB12-Plus vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #99 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia: $199 eBay

Pros: 10-inch ported with 200W RMS and professional XLR/1/4” connections for studio monitoring. Great sound at solid price with professional connectivity. Built compact for studio setups.

Notes: Product # 605999

Full Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	200W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.9 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	12.5"H x 14.5"W x 15"D (317.5 x 368.3 x 381.0 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, rear
Frequency Response	20-150Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), TRS (2), unbalanced TS (2)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	73.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	84.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	109.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	113.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	115.2 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Warranty	1
Weight	44.1 lbs (20.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia vs SVS SB-3000
  • Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia vs Monoprice SW-15
  • Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X
  • Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia vs Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt

Ranked #101 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - RBH Sound SX-10R: $899 Discontinued eBay

Pros: 10-inch ported with 350W RMS. Produces some of the most musical bass heard in living room environments. Very fast and clean compared to alternatives. Excellent build quality with graceful side panel curve design.

Cons: Discontinued.

Notes: Also called “SX-10/R”

Full RBH Sound SX-10R review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	350W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.8 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.2"H x 15"W x 18.5"D (387.3 x 381.0 x 469.9 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Frequency Response	Not specified
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, LFE in/out), RCA (LFE in/out), RCA (stereo line)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	111.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	111.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	110.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	108.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/1(+5/+3)
Weight	45 lbs (20.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • RBH Sound SX-10R Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #105 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - MartinLogan Dynamo 12: $1599.99 Crutchfield eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 91.7 dB at 20 Hz and 110.6 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 12” (305mm) anodized-aluminum driver suits a mid-size room. Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) and app-based control simplify setup.

Cons: Nearly all controls, including low-pass frequency and phase, are app-only, with no physical switches for systems that lack separate bass management.

Full MartinLogan Dynamo 12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	800W RMS / 1600W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.6 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	16.8"H x 15.8"W x 15.8"D (425.5 x 400.1 x 400.1 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	23-200Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (L/R/LFE), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	81.1 dB
Output SPL at 16 Hz	85.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	91.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	102.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	107.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	110.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	110.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	108.7 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	61.5 lbs (27.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 12 vs SVS SB-3000
  • MartinLogan Dynamo 12 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #106 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 10: $3,049.67 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Ultra-slim 10-inch sealed design (6.1” depth) with 250W RMS reaches 18-20Hz. Hypex DSP amp with 9-band parametric EQ. Wall-mountable or under-furniture placement without performance loss. Exceptionally detailed spacious sound. Premium Norwegian build quality.

Cons: Discontinued.

Notes: low profile (<8in)

Full Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 10 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	250W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	21.3"H x 25.6"W x 6.1"D (539.8 x 650.0 x 154.9 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	25-250Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, in plus through), RCA, speaker-level, USB (config only)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	89.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	96.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	102.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	108.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	113.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	44.1 lbs (20.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Sigberg Audio INKOGNITO 10 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.

Ranked #109 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2: $754.60 Amazon eBay

Pros: 10-inch THX-certified ported with 500W RMS reaches 17-20Hz. HDF cabinet eliminates resonance-induced coloration. Extended EQ and THX EQ modes for flexibility. Low distortion output. Best for rooms under 2500 cubic feet. Exceptional budget value at $755.

Notes: Product # 42843

Full Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	500W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20.9"H x 15"W x 18.9"D (530.9 x 381.0 x 480.1 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Frequency Response	17-20Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA, XLR passthrough out
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	93.9 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	104.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	108.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	109.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	109.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	110.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.9 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	111.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	111.5 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	72.5 lbs (32.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs Klipsch R-121SW
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 10S MKII
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs Kef KC62
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs Monoprice SSW-10
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs SVS PB-1000 PRO
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs SVS SB-2000
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs JBL HDI-1200P
  • Monoprice Monolith M-10 V2 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XS15SE
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Ranked #112 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva X-Ref 12: $999 eBay

Pros: 600W sealed 12-inch with smooth linear response and 2-band parametric EQ. One of the most dynamic subwoofers in its class, with excellent bass quality. Upscale features (DSP, EQ, LCD screen) at mid-range price.

Full Emotiva X-Ref 12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	600W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	109.8 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.6"H x 14.6"W x 15.5"D (396.7 x 371.3 x 393.7 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	20-200Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, with XLR daisy-chain output), RCA (stereo unbalanced)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	84.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	92.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	102.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	106.5 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	110.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.7 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	109.3 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	108.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	44.1 lbs (20.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Emotiva X-Ref 12 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Emotiva X-Ref 12 vs Monoprice SW-15
  • Emotiva X-Ref 12 vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X
  • Emotiva X-Ref 12 vs Monoprice Monolith M15-S
  • Emotiva X-Ref 12 vs SVS 3000 Micro

Ranked #121 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva Ultra 12: $849 eBay

Pros: 12-inch long-throw woofer with triple-woven synthetic driver (bulletproof-grade). 300W Class-D (500W peak) sealed enclosure tuned to 25Hz. Reproduces tight musical bass in almost any room. Includes low pass filter defeat switch (rare at price), 50-150Hz crossover, volume, and 0-180° phase control. Heavy-duty butyl rubber surround designed for durability. Rubber and aluminum feet for carpet/hardwood.

Full Emotiva Ultra 12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	300W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.2 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	14.5"H x 14.5"W x 15.2"D (368.3 x 368.3 x 387.3 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	22-200Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (unbalanced, pair)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	88.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	95.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	100.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	107.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	37.9 lbs (17.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Emotiva Ultra 12 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #122 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Genelec HTS3B: $1995 eBay

Pros: Professional 10-inch with dual passive radiators and 200W amp. Genelec Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE) ensures color-free low end to 25Hz. Compact precision design with measured distortion better than -30dB below fundamental.

Full Genelec HTS3B review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	200W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.2 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	17.1"H x 15.6"W x 15.7"D (433.3 x 396.7 x 400.0 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	passive radiator
Frequency Response	18-120Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (in plus link-out), RCA (line-level)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	89.1 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	95.2 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	98.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	101.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	107.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.3 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2(+3)
Weight	61.7 lbs (28.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Genelec HTS3B Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Genelec HTS3B vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #125 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Genelec 7060B: $3495 eBay

Pros: 10” driver down to 19Hz. Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE) with minimal turbulence. Six signal input/output channels. Integrated amp with active crossover and driver protection. Class A/B amplification.

Full Genelec 7060B review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	120W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	107.6 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	20.7"H x 18.2"W x 14.3"D (527.0 x 462.0 x 363.0 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Frequency Response	19-85Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, 6-channel bass management in/out plus LFE in/sum out)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	93.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	98.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	102.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	107.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.4 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2(+3)
Weight	57.3 lbs (26.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Genelec 7060B Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Genelec 7060B vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #129 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D: $1699 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 85.4 dB at 20 Hz and 108.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 8” (203mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 342.9H x 269.2W x 358.1D mm cabinet and 18.7 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration. Discontinued.

Notes: “Sphere” shape

Full Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	13.5"H x 10.6"W x 14.1"D (342.9 x 269.2 x 358.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 8" (203mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA (line, LFE), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	85.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	88.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	92.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	108.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.3 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2
Weight	41.2 lbs (18.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D vs Monoprice SW-15
  • Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D vs ELAC SUB1010
  • Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D vs Klipsch HD Theater 600

Ranked #132 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - MartinLogan Abyss 10: $1899.99 Crutchfield eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 93.5 dB at 20 Hz and 106.4 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure combines a 10” active driver with dual 10” passive radiators in a compact 15” cube. Anthem Room Correction (ARC) and wireless streaming simplify integration.

Cons: Most controls, including low-pass frequency and phase, require the smartphone app, with sparse physical controls on the unit itself.

Full MartinLogan Abyss 10 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	800W RMS / 1600W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	106.4 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.5"H x 15"W x 16.2"D (393.7 x 381.0 x 411.5 mm)
Drivers	10" driver + 2x 10" passive radiators
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	22-120Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (LFE), RCA (LFE), RCA (stereo), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 16 Hz	83.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	93.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	99.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	103.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	107.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	108.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	105.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	103.9 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	102.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	99.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	66.1 lbs (30.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • MartinLogan Abyss 10 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • MartinLogan Abyss 10 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #135 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Emotiva S10: $299 eBay

Pros: 10-inch long-throw ported with 200W amp. Punchy, tight, accurate smooth response at solid $299 value. Great for step-up from budget subs with smooth extended frequency range.

Full Emotiva S10 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	200W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.9 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	16.1"H x 14"W x 15.9"D (410.0 x 355.9 x 402.8 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	28-200Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (summed L/R)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	74.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	88.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	100.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	102.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	105.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	106.9 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	52 lbs (23.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Emotiva S10 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #137 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Kali Audio WS-6.2: $599.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Dual 6.5-inch ported drivers deliver 104.5dB CEA-2010-A average in a compact powered design.

Full Kali Audio WS-6.2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	400W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	14.5"H x 12.2"W x 11"D (368.3 x 309.9 x 279.4 mm)
Drivers	2x 6.5" (165mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Frequency Response	27-200Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR/TRS combo (2), RCA (2)
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 25 Hz	96.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	102.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	102.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	101.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	103.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	111.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Weight	31.1 lbs (14.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Kali Audio WS-6.2 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by ErinsAudioCorner; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Kali Audio WS-6.2 vs JBL SUB 550P
  • Kali Audio WS-6.2 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Kali Audio WS-6.2 vs Monoprice SW-15
  • Kali Audio WS-6.2 vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X

Ranked #139 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - JL Audio Fathom f110: $2299 eBay

Pros: Compact sealed 10-inch punches well above weight class with fast detailed musical bass. Advanced D.A.R.O. room optimization with 18-band EQ. Flawless gloss-black finish and precise realistic impacts.

Full JL Audio Fathom f110 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	900W short-term
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	103.2 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.6"H x 12.9"W x 17.3"D (397.3 x 328.2 x 438.7 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	27-111Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR/TRS combo (balanced), RCA (unbalanced), XLR link output
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	94.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	103.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	103.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	98.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	67 lbs (30.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JL Audio Fathom f110 vs Monoprice SW-15

Ranked #144 of 145 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Genelec 7050B: $2495 eBay

Pros: Professional 8-inch with 70W RMS and Genelec Laminar Spiral Enclosure extends to 25Hz with color-free response. Compact studio design with five-channel inputs and automatic startup. Measured distortion under -30dB.

Full Genelec 7050B review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	70W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	100.3 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	16.1"H x 13.7"W x 12.6"D (409.4 x 349.2 x 319.0 mm)
Drivers	8" (203mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Frequency Response	25-85Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, 5-channel bass management in/out plus dedicated LFE input)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	87.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	92.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	95.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	101.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	102.0 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2(+3)
Weight	39.7 lbs (18.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Genelec 7050B Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Genelec 7050B vs Monoprice SW-15

Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs)

Ranked #1 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO: $4,200 JTR Speakers eBay

Pros: Dual 18-inch horn-loaded drivers deliver a class-leading 141.3dB CEA-2010-A average, well beyond any other subwoofer tested. Built for dedicated home theaters chasing reference-level output rather than living-room duty.

Cons: Extremely high price ($4499) and weighs 84 kg - requires dedicated placement and amplifier.

Notes: Looks like “PA sub”

Full JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	141.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	45"H x 22.5"W x 32"D (1143.0 x 571.5 x 812.8 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	horn
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	95.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	101.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	114.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	128.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	136.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	141.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	144.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	144.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	143.4 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	140.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	185 lbs (83.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter LFU
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs Reaction Audio PV-15X
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs Monoprice Monolith M-215
  • JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • See all 14 comparisons

Ranked #5 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX: $7995 eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 119.8 dB at 20 Hz and 130.9 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 3x 15” (381mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 596.9H x 787.4W x 698.5D mm cabinet and 104.3 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	130.9 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	23.5"H x 31"W x 27.5"D (596.9 x 787.4 x 698.5 mm)
Drivers	3x 15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, with loop output)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	119.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	119.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	130.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	130.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	130.9 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	229.9 lbs (104.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter LFU
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs Reaction Audio PV-15X
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX vs Monoprice Monolith M-215
  • See all 15 comparisons

Ranked #6 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF: $5,000 JTR Speakers eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 122.3 dB at 20 Hz and 130.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 2x 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 1041.4H x 520.7W x 1003.3D mm cabinet and 120.2 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	130.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	41"H x 20.5"W x 39.5"D (1041.4 x 520.7 x 1003.3 mm)
Drivers	2x 18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	111.0 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	115.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	119.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	122.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	126.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	129.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	130.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	131.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	130.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	130.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	130.5 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	129.5 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	265 lbs (120.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter LFU
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs JTR Speakers Orbit Shifter PRO
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF vs Reaction Audio PV-15X
  • See all 16 comparisons

Ranked #7 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO: $3,500 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 106.6 dB at 20 Hz and 130.7 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 2x 15” (381mm) drivers delivers formidable upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 1016.0H x 457.2W x 762.0D mm cabinet and 67.6 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Notes: Looks like “PA sub”

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	130.7 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	40"H x 18"W x 30"D (1016.0 x 457.2 x 762.0 mm)
Drivers	2x 15" (381mm) drivers
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	103.6 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	106.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	122.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	126.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	129.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	131.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	131.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	130.9 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	130.7 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	131.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	149 lbs (67.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO vs JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP

Ranked #8 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18: $4995 eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 115.7 dB at 20 Hz and 129.7 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 596.9H x 787.4W x 698.5D mm cabinet and 77.1 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	129.7 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	23.5"H x 31"W x 27.5"D (596.9 x 787.4 x 698.5 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, with loop output), RCA
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	115.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	115.7 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	129.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	129.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	129.7 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	170 lbs (77.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 vs JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 vs JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) V3600I
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP

Ranked #9 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator S2: $3995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 115.1 dB at 20 Hz and 129.4 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 18” (457mm) drivers has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 1016.0H x 533.4W x 457.2D mm cabinet and 99.8 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Notes: Replaced by “RS2”

Full JTR Speakers Captivator S2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	129.4 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	40"H x 21"W x 18"D (1016.0 x 533.4 x 457.2 mm)
Drivers	2x 18" (457mm) drivers
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	100.3 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	103.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	108.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	119.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	124.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	129.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	130.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	129.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	128.5 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	128.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	128.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	220 lbs (99.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) T18
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) V3600I
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs Funk Audio Ultra 24.0
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs JTR Speakers Captivator 215PRO
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs JTR Speakers Captivator 4000ULF
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs Funk Audio Custom 21.0
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) TRIAX
  • JTR Speakers Captivator S2 vs JTR Speakers Growler (2015)
  • See all 49 comparisons

Ranked #11 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Funk Audio Ultra 24.0: $9,761.14 eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 120.0 dB at 20 Hz and 127.9 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 24” (610mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 787.4H x 660.4W x 609.6D mm cabinet and 135 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	127.9 dB
Cabinet Color	wood, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	31"H x 26"W x 24"D (787.4 x 660.4 x 609.6 mm)
Drivers	24" (610mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	104.9 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	111.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	120.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	122.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	123.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	127.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	129.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	127.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	127.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	128.2 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	297.6 lbs (135 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs Funk Audio Custom 21.0
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) V3600I
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs JTR Speakers Growler (2015)
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs Harbinger V2218S
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs Funk Audio Classic 18.0
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Funk Audio Ultra 24.0 vs Rythmik FV25HP
  • See all 18 comparisons

Ranked #12 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Funk Audio Custom 21.0: $6,061.91 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 109.8 dB at 20 Hz and 127.7 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 21” (533mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 577.9H x 565.1W x 520.7D mm cabinet and 65.8 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Notes: Data-bass labeled this sub as ‘FW21.0’, but original name is 21.0

Full Funk Audio Custom 21.0 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	127.7 dB
Cabinet Color	wood, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	22.8"H x 22.2"W x 20.5"D (577.9 x 565.1 x 520.7 mm)
Drivers	21" (533mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	97.4 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	101.1 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	105.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	109.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	114.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	120.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	124.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	129.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	131.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	132.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	133.0 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	145.1 lbs (65.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs Funk Audio Ultra 24.0
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) V3600I
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs Funk Audio Classic 18.0
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs Harbottle Audio C24 L2
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Funk Audio Custom 21.0 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP

Ranked #16 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Funk Audio Classic 18.0: $4,893.35 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 106.5 dB at 20 Hz and 127.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver delivers formidable upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 571.5H x 558.8W x 520.7D mm cabinet and 52.2 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Notes: Data-bass labeled this sub as ‘FW18.0’, but original name is 18.0

Full Funk Audio Classic 18.0 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	127.3 dB
Cabinet Color	wood, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	22.5"H x 22"W x 20.5"D (571.5 x 558.8 x 520.7 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, with daisy-chain)
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	94.6 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	98.4 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	102.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	106.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	111.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	124.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	128.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	129.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	130.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	130.8 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	115.1 lbs (52.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Harbottle Audio C24 L2
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Harbinger V2218S
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs JTR Speakers Growler (2015)
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Funk Audio Custom 21.0
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Funk Audio Ultra 24.0
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Rythmik FV25HP
  • Funk Audio Classic 18.0 vs Monoprice Monolith M-215
  • See all 18 comparisons

Ranked #18 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra: $2,300 eBay

Pros: 16-inch ported driver and THX Ultra certification deliver 126.5dB CEA-2010-A average at a fraction of the price of the subwoofers ranked above it.

Cons: Heavy at 78 kg and ported design can interact with room acoustics.

Notes: Product # 42031

Full Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	126.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	25.6"H x 22"W x 28.1"D (650.2 x 558.8 x 713.7 mm)
Drivers	16" (406mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA, XLR out
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	107.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	118.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	123.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	125.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	126.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	126.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	126.8 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	127.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	127.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	171.5 lbs (77.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Harbottle Audio C24 L2
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Funk Audio Classic 18.0
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs JTR Speakers Captivator 2400
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Reaction Audio PV-15X
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Harbinger V2218S
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Danley Sound Labs DTS10
  • Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra vs Rythmik FV25HP
  • See all 89 comparisons

Ranked #19 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX: $9,487.26 eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 116.6 dB at 20 Hz and 126.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 21” (533mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 647.7H x 622.3W x 609.6D mm cabinet and 65.8 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	126.3 dB
Cabinet Color	wood, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	25.5"H x 24.5"W x 24"D (647.7 x 622.3 x 609.6 mm)
Drivers	21" (533mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	99.9 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	102.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	108.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	116.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	120.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	121.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	125.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	127.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	126.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	126.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	127.6 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	145.1 lbs (65.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX vs JTR Speakers Captivator 2400
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX vs Harbottle Audio C24 L2
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX vs Reaction Audio PV-15X
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP

Ranked #20 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 2400: $3,500 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 115.5 dB at 20 Hz and 126.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 762.0H x 508.0W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 67.1 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	126.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	30"H x 20"W x 22.5"D (762.0 x 508.0 x 571.5 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	104.8 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	109.1 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	113.6 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	120.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	123.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	126.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	126.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	125.8 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	125.8 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	124.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	147.9 lbs (67.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 vs Funk Audio Ultra 21.0LX
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 vs Reaction Audio PV-15X
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP

Ranked #22 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Rythmik FV25HP: $2499 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 116.6 dB at 20 Hz and 126.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 2x 15” (381mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 1054.1H x 533.4W x 558.8D mm cabinet and 95.3 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full Rythmik FV25HP review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	126.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	41.5"H x 21"W x 22"D (1054.1 x 533.4 x 558.8 mm)
Drivers	2x 15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), RCA (line/LFE)
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	99.7 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	108.4 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	113.2 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	116.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	122.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	124.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	126.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	127.3 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	127.9 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	127.8 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	210.1 lbs (95.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Rythmik FV25HP Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs Monoprice Monolith M-215
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs JTR Speakers Captivator 1400
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs Funk Audio Classic 18.0
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs Harbinger V2218S
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs JTR Speakers Growler (2015)
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs Funk Audio Ultra 24.0
  • Rythmik FV25HP vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • See all 14 comparisons

Ranked #25 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS PC13-Ultra: $1699 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 114.6 dB at 20 Hz and 125.8 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 13.5” (343mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 1168.4H x 421.6W x 421.6D mm cabinet and 40.8 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential. Discontinued.

Notes: “Cylinder” shape

Full SVS PC13-Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	125.8 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	46"H x 16.6"W x 16.6"D (1168.4 x 421.6 x 421.6 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	13.5" (343mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (stereo)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	114.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	117.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	118.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	126.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	125.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	125.9 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	89.9 lbs (40.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS PC13-Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #28 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 1400: $2495 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 116.1 dB at 20 Hz and 125.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 508.0H x 762.0W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 64.4 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	125.2 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20"H x 30"W x 22.5"D (508.0 x 762.0 x 571.5 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	99.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	111.9 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	116.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	119.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	124.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	126.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	125.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	124.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	126.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	124.7 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	142 lbs (64.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) S3600i
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Monoprice Monolith M-215
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Rythmik FV25HP
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Funk Audio Classic 18.0
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Harbinger V2218S
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs JTR Speakers Growler (2015)
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 1400 vs Funk Audio Ultra 24.0
  • See all 17 comparisons

Ranked #31 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Paradigm Signature Sub 2: $9,494.56 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 109.4 dB at 20 Hz and 123.7 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 6x 10” (254mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 622.3H x 603.2W x 568.2D mm cabinet and 104.3 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Paradigm Signature Sub 2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	123.7 dB
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	24.5"H x 23.7"W x 22.4"D (622.3 x 603.2 x 568.2 mm)
Drivers	6x 10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	RCA (stereo/mono), LFE, XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	97.7 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	101.2 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	105.6 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	109.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	112.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	116.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	119.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	123.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	125.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	126.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	125.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	123.3 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	229.9 lbs (104.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Paradigm Signature Sub 2 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Paradigm Signature Sub 2 vs Reaction Audio PS-15X
  • Paradigm Signature Sub 2 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #34 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - ELAC SUB3070: $999 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 101.8 dB at 20 Hz and 123.9 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 435.1H x 517.9W x 476.2D mm cabinet and 34.9 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full ELAC SUB3070 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	123.9 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white, wood
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Germany
Dimensions	17.1"H x 20.4"W x 18.7"D (435.1 x 517.9 x 476.2 mm)
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced stereo, right channel can be dedicated LFE), RCA (stereo), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 16 Hz	98.9 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	101.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	105.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	110.7 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	118.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	123.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	127.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	126.5 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3/1
Weight	76.9 lbs (34.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • ELAC SUB3070 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • ELAC SUB3070 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • ELAC SUB3070 vs Funkywaves FW 12.X

Ranked #35 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - RBH Sound SX-1212PR: $1699 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 115.8 dB at 20 Hz and 123.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) drivers has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 977.9H x 450.8W x 533.4D mm cabinet and 59.0 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential. Discontinued.

Full RBH Sound SX-1212PR review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	123.5 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	38.5"H x 17.7"W x 21"D (977.9 x 450.8 x 533.4 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) drivers
Enclosure	ported, bottom
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced in/out)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	102.6 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	110.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	117.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	120.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	123.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	123.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	123.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	123.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	123.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	123.7 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/1(+5/+3)
Weight	130.1 lbs (59.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • RBH Sound SX-1212PR Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #37 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Perlisten Audio D215s: $9,000 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 109.2 dB at 20 Hz and 123.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 15” (381mm) drivers has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 805.2H x 500.4W x 650.2D mm cabinet and 91.8 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Perlisten Audio D215s review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	123.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	31.7"H x 19.7"W x 25.6"D (805.2 x 500.4 x 650.2 mm)
Drivers	2x 15" (381mm) drivers
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2, balanced), RCA (2, unbalanced)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	93.0 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	98.8 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	104.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	109.2 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	113.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	117.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	120.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	122.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	124.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	125.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	125.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	126.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	202.4 lbs (91.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Perlisten Audio D215s Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Perlisten Audio D215s vs RTJ Audio 18Sub
  • Perlisten Audio D215s vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #39 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 118HT: $1995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 112.6 dB at 20 Hz and 122.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 762.0H x 508.0W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 58.5 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 118HT review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	122.8 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	30"H x 20"W x 22.5"D (762.0 x 508.0 x 571.5 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	108.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	112.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	114.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	116.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	119.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	122.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	124.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	125.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	125.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	125.4 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	129 lbs (58.5 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 118HT Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 118HT vs Paradigm Defiance X15
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 118HT vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #40 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF: $3,600 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 115.6 dB at 20 Hz and 122.7 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 1041.4H x 520.7W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 74.8 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	122.7 dB
Cabinet Color	black, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	41"H x 20.5"W x 22.5"D (1041.4 x 520.7 x 571.5 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	104.8 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	117.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	121.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	123.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	123.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	122.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.3 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	121.4 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	164.9 lbs (74.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF vs Funk Audio Classic 21.0L
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF vs Harbinger V2218S
  • JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #41 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Funk Audio Classic 21.0L: $2995 eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 114.0 dB at 20 Hz and 122.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 21” (533mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 800.1H x 660.4W x 609.6D mm cabinet and 70.3 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Funk Audio Classic 21.0L review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	122.5 dB
Cabinet Color	wood, custom
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Canada
Dimensions	31.5"H x 26"W x 24"D (800.1 x 660.4 x 609.6 mm)
Drivers	21" (533mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	99.0 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	102.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	108.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	114.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	118.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	122.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	122.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	123.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	122.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	122.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	122.5 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	155 lbs (70.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Funk Audio Classic 21.0L Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Funk Audio Classic 21.0L vs JTR Speakers Captivator 2400ULF
  • Funk Audio Classic 21.0L vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #45 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - RBH Sound SV-1212PR: $1499 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 108.5 dB at 20 Hz and 122.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 838H x 386W x 581D mm cabinet and 49.9 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks. Discontinued.

Full RBH Sound SV-1212PR review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	122.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	33"H x 15.2"W x 22.9"D (838 x 386 x 581 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, LFE in/out), RCA (LFE in/out), RCA (stereo line)
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	94.3 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	100.7 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	103.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	108.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	115.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	120.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	123.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	122.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	122.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	110 lbs (49.9 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • RBH Sound SV-1212PR Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • RBH Sound SV-1212PR vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV30

Ranked #48 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Rythmik FV15HP: $1,770 Rythmik Audio eBay

Pros: 15-inch ported driver reaches 122.0dB CEA-2010-A average, matching the output of subwoofers costing significantly more.

Cons: Premium price ($2127), ported design room gain dependency, and mid-to-large 52 kg footprint.

Full Rythmik FV15HP review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	122.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	24.5"H x 18.2"W x 24.2"D (622.3 x 463.5 x 615.9 mm)
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), RCA (line/LFE)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	92.8 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	105.1 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	111.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	116.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	120.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	122.5 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	122.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	121.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	121.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	115.1 lbs (52.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Rythmik FV15HP Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs JTR Speakers Captivator RS1
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs HSU Research VTF-15H MK2
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs SVS PB-4000
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs JTR Speakers Captivator 1400
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs Rythmik F18
  • Rythmik FV15HP vs Monoprice Monolith M15-S
  • See all 25 comparisons

Ranked #49 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JTR Speakers Captivator RS1: $3,300 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 111.1 dB at 20 Hz and 121.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 533.4H x 533.4W x 457.2D mm cabinet and 53.1 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full JTR Speakers Captivator RS1 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	121.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	21"H x 21"W x 18"D (533.4 x 533.4 x 457.2 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	96.1 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	100.1 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	105.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	111.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	115.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	121.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	122.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	122.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.9 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.9 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	121.9 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	117.1 lbs (53.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • JTR Speakers Captivator RS1 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JTR Speakers Captivator RS1 vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • JTR Speakers Captivator RS1 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • JTR Speakers Captivator RS1 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #53 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Rythmik FV18: $2,220 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 114.3 dB at 20 Hz and 121.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 838.2H x 533.4W x 558.8D mm cabinet and 72.6 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full Rythmik FV18 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	121.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	33"H x 21"W x 22"D (838.2 x 533.4 x 558.8 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), RCA (line/LFE)
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	102.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	109.5 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	114.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	117.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	120.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.9 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	122.4 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	121.9 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	160.1 lbs (72.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Rythmik FV18 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Rythmik FV18 vs Harbottle Audio C24 L1
  • Rythmik FV18 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Rythmik FV18 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Rythmik FV18 vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #55 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS PB16-Ultra: $2,900 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 116.8 dB at 20 Hz and 121.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 16” (406mm) driver with ported design has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 635.0H x 551.2W x 718.8D mm cabinet and 79.2 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential. Discontinued.

Full SVS PB16-Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	121.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	25"H x 21.7"W x 28.3"D (635.0 x 551.2 x 718.8 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	16" (406mm) driver with ported design
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (LFE/stereo)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	103.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	116.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	119.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	122.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	123.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	122.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.6 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	116.9 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	115.8 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	174.6 lbs (79.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS PB16-Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS PB16-Ultra vs Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra
  • SVS PB16-Ultra vs Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V

Ranked #56 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra: $1,700 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 115.0 dB at 20 Hz and 121.1 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 13” (330mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 604.5H x 515.6W x 739.1D mm cabinet and 69.5 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Notes: Product # 41496

Full Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	121.1 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	23.8"H x 20.3"W x 29.1"D (604.5 x 515.6 x 739.1 mm)
Drivers	13" (330mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (stereo balanced), RCA (stereo/mono)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	94.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	109.1 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	118.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	120.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	120.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	121.4 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	122.1 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	122.7 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	123.8 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	153.2 lbs (69.5 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra vs SVS PB16-Ultra
  • Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra vs Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V
  • Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #57 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V: $3,100 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 108.9 dB at 20 Hz and 121.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, rear enclosure with 2x 13.8” (351mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 699.8H x 499.9W x 608.8D mm cabinet and 60.1 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	121.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	27.6"H x 19.7"W x 24"D (699.8 x 499.9 x 608.8 mm)
Drivers	2x 13.8" (351mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, rear
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	104.9 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	108.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	108.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	112.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	115.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	122.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.5 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	120.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	119.6 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	10/5
Weight	132.5 lbs (60.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V vs Monoprice Monolith 13 THX Ultra
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V vs SVS PB16-Ultra
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #59 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith 15 THX Ultra: $1999 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 110.0 dB at 20 Hz and 120.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 15” (381mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 680.7H x 449.6W x 701.0D mm cabinet and 58.3 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Notes: Product # 24458

Full Monoprice Monolith 15 THX Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	120.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	26.8"H x 17.7"W x 27.6"D (680.7 x 449.6 x 701.0 mm)
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	90.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	100.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	110.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	115.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	118.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	122.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	118.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	128.5 lbs (58.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith 15 THX Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by ErinsAudioCorner; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith 15 THX Ultra vs Klipsch RP-1600SW
  • Monoprice Monolith 15 THX Ultra vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #62 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS PB-4000: $2,158.97 Amazon eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 115.3 dB at 20 Hz and 120.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 13.5” (343mm) driver with ported design has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 594.4H x 520.7W x 703.6D mm cabinet and 69.5 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full SVS PB-4000 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	120.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	23.4"H x 20.5"W x 27.7"D (594.4 x 520.7 x 703.6 mm)
Drivers	13.5" (343mm) driver with ported design
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (LFE/stereo)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	102.1 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	115.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	116.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	117.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	119.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	119.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	118.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	117.5 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	153.2 lbs (69.5 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS PB-4000 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS PB-4000 vs SVS SB-4000
  • SVS PB-4000 vs Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2
  • SVS PB-4000 vs Rythmik F18
  • SVS PB-4000 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • SVS PB-4000 vs Monoprice Monolith M15-S
  • SVS PB-4000 vs HSU Research VTF-15H MK2
  • SVS PB-4000 vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • SVS PB-4000 vs JTR Speakers Captivator 1400
  • See all 25 comparisons

Ranked #63 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS SB-4000: $1,800 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 98.5 dB at 20 Hz and 120.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 13.5” (343mm) driver delivers formidable upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 464.8H x 452.1W x 472.4D mm cabinet and 46.4 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full SVS SB-4000 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	120.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	18.3"H x 17.8"W x 18.6"D (464.8 x 452.1 x 472.4 mm)
Drivers	13.5" (343mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, LFE/stereo), RCA (LFE/stereo)
Measurement Source	Brian Kahn
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	98.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	101.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	108.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	116.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	123.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	102.3 lbs (46.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS SB-4000 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brian Kahn; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS SB-4000 vs SVS PB-4000
  • SVS SB-4000 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #64 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2: $1,500 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 112.6 dB at 20 Hz and 120.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. Its front-ported 15-inch design has substantial deep-bass and midbass headroom for cinema playback.

Cons: Discontinued and no longer sold new. At 60.3 kg and 729.0H x 449.6W x 680.7D mm, it needs committed floor space and careful room integration. Discontinued.

Notes: Product # 42851

Full Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	120.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	28.7"H x 17.7"W x 26.8"D (729.0 x 449.6 x 680.7 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	91.0 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	106.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	112.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	116.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	120.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	120.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.7 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	120.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	120.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	132.9 lbs (60.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs SVS PB-4000
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2S
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs Rythmik F18
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs Monoprice Monolith M15-S
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs HSU Research VTF-15H MK2
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2 vs Monoprice Monolith M-215
  • See all 17 comparisons

Ranked #66 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2S: $2,500 eBay

Pros: Published CEA-2010 specifications list 102.6 dB at 20 Hz and 119.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 13.8” (351mm) driver delivers formidable upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 529.8H x 419.9W x 499.9D mm cabinet and 41.4 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2S review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	20.9"H x 16.5"W x 19.7"D (529.8 x 419.9 x 499.9 mm)
Drivers	2x 13.8" (351mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	90.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	96.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	102.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	107.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	110.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	121.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	121.2 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	122.3 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.4 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	120.4 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	10/5
Weight	91.3 lbs (41.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2S Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2S vs Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2S vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #67 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS PB13-Ultra: $1999 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 113.6 dB at 20 Hz and 119.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 13.5” (343mm) driver with ported design has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 571.5H x 520.7W x 711.2D mm cabinet and 70.3 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential. Discontinued.

Full SVS PB13-Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.8 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	22.5"H x 20.5"W x 28"D (571.5 x 520.7 x 711.2 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	13.5" (343mm) driver with ported design
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (LFE/stereo), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	100.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	113.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	116.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	118.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	120.5 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	120.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.3 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	117.4 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	117.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	155 lbs (70.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS PB13-Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #69 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Rythmik F18: $1,850 Rythmik Audio eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 106.2 dB at 20 Hz and 119.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 520.7H x 520.7W x 533.4D mm cabinet and 52.2 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks.

Full Rythmik F18 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20.5"H x 20.5"W x 21"D (520.7 x 520.7 x 533.4 mm)
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (2), RCA (line/LFE)
Measurement Source	Data-bass
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	93.7 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	97.4 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	102.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	106.2 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	110.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	114.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	117.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.4 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	121.4 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5/3
Weight	115.1 lbs (52.2 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Rythmik F18 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Data-bass; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Rythmik F18 vs Perlisten Audio R212s
  • Rythmik F18 vs Monoprice Monolith M15-S
  • Rythmik F18 vs Monoprice Monolith M-15 V2
  • Rythmik F18 vs SVS PB-4000
  • Rythmik F18 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Rythmik F18 vs HSU Research VTF-15H MK2
  • Rythmik F18 vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • Rythmik F18 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK3
  • See all 25 comparisons

Ranked #70 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution: $2,999.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing (Standard Mode) records 113.9 dB at 20 Hz and 119.4 dB through 40-80 Hz. Triple 4” ports and a dual voice coil 17” driver deliver earth-shaking output with a +/-3dB window down to 12Hz in Extended Mode.

Cons: At 167 lbs with recessed feet that leave little clearance, moving or repositioning this cabinet is a two-person job at minimum.

Full SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	2800W RMS
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.4 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20"H x 19.5"W x 21.2"D (508.0 x 495.3 x 538.5 mm)
Drivers	17" driver, dual voice coil
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Frequency Response	15-320Hz, ±3dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, LFE/stereo), RCA (LFE/stereo)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	76.7 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	90.7 dB
Output SPL at 16 Hz	107.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	113.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	117.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	119.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	120.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.7 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	119.8 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	166.9 lbs (75.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #71 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Perlisten Audio R212s: $5,000 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 102.7 dB at 20 Hz and 119.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) drivers delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 599.4H x 408.9W x 500.4D mm cabinet and 48.1 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Perlisten Audio R212s review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	23.6"H x 16.1"W x 19.7"D (599.4 x 408.9 x 500.4 mm)
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) drivers
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	RCA (2), XLR (2)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	98.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	102.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	107.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	112.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	116.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	121.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	121.7 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	121.9 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	106 lbs (48.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Perlisten Audio R212s Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Perlisten Audio R212s vs Rythmik F18
  • Perlisten Audio R212s vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #73 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS SB16-Ultra: $2,300 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 103.1 dB at 20 Hz and 119.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 16” (406mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 508.0H x 495.3W x 510.5D mm cabinet and 55.3 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration. Discontinued.

Full SVS SB16-Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	119.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20"H x 19.5"W x 20.1"D (508.0 x 495.3 x 510.5 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	16" (406mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, LFE/stereo), RCA (LFE/stereo)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	86.9 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	91.8 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	97.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	103.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	109.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	116.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	118.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	119.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	119.3 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	119.8 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	121.9 lbs (55.3 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS SB16-Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS SB16-Ultra vs JL Audio Fathom f113
  • SVS SB16-Ultra vs Power Sound Audio (PSA) XV15SE

Ranked #74 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - JL Audio Fathom f113: $2799 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 104.3 dB at 20 Hz and 118.9 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 13.5” (343mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 501.6H x 419.1W x 488.9D mm cabinet and 59.0 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full JL Audio Fathom f113 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	118.9 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	19.7"H x 16.5"W x 19.2"D (501.6 x 419.1 x 488.9 mm)
Drivers	13.5" (343mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR combo (balanced, stereo/mono), RCA (unbalanced), XLR link output
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	94.5 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	99.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	104.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	108.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	112.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	117.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	119.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	3
Weight	130.1 lbs (59.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • JL Audio Fathom f113 vs SVS SB16-Ultra
  • JL Audio Fathom f113 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #76 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Velodyne Acoustics DD-15+: $4,800 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 107.7 dB at 20 Hz and 118.6 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 15” (381mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 508.0H x 459.7W x 571.5D mm cabinet and 54.4 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks. Discontinued.

Notes: measured by soundandvision

Full Velodyne Acoustics DD-15+ review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	118.6 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20"H x 18.1"W x 22.5"D (508.0 x 459.7 x 571.5 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	15" (381mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (stereo balanced), RCA (unbalanced), speaker-level
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	107.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	112.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	116.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	118.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	119.9 lbs (54.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Velodyne Acoustics DD-15+ Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Velodyne Acoustics DD-15+ vs Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+

Ranked #79 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+: $5,000 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 106.4 dB at 20 Hz and 118.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 18” (457mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 576.6H x 525.8W x 650.2D mm cabinet and 64.4 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. A sealed cabinet still needs careful placement and calibration to avoid room-mode peaks. Discontinued.

Full Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+ review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	118.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	22.7"H x 20.7"W x 25.6"D (576.6 x 525.8 x 650.2 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	18" (457mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, L/R), with pass-through and high-pass outputs
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	87.6 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	92.2 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	101.8 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	106.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	111.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	116.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	118.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	119.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	116.5 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	115.1 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	113.5 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	142 lbs (64.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+ Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+ vs Harbottle Audio C18 L1
  • Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+ vs Velodyne Acoustics DD-15+

Ranked #80 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS SB13-Ultra: $1799 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 99.5 dB at 20 Hz and 118.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 13.5” (343mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 454.7H x 442.0W x 469.9D mm cabinet and 41.7 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration. Discontinued.

Full SVS SB13-Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	118.3 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	17.9"H x 17.4"W x 18.5"D (454.7 x 442.0 x 469.9 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	13.5" (343mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (stereo)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 10 Hz	86.0 dB
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	91.6 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	95.6 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	99.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	111.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	115.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	117.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	120.3 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	120.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	119.9 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	91.9 lbs (41.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS SB13-Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #83 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS PB12-Plus: $1499 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 110.0 dB at 20 Hz and 118.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 12” (305mm) driver with ported design has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 558.8H x 502.9W x 675.6D mm cabinet and 57.6 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full SVS PB12-Plus review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	118.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	22"H x 19.8"W x 26.6"D (558.8 x 502.9 x 675.6 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver with ported design
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (stereo)
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	110.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	112.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	114.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	117.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	118.3 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	127 lbs (57.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS PB12-Plus Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS PB12-Plus vs Genelec 7071A
  • SVS PB12-Plus vs REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II
  • SVS PB12-Plus vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • SVS PB12-Plus vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • SVS PB12-Plus vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #84 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Genelec 7071A: $4995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 106.6 dB at 20 Hz and 118.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 754.9H x 802.9W x 490.0D mm cabinet and 81.0 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full Genelec 7071A review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	118.0 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	29.7"H x 31.6"W x 19.3"D (754.9 x 802.9 x 490.0 mm)
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	103.5 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	106.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	108.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	115.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	118.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	119.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.6 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2(+3)
Weight	178.6 lbs (81.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Genelec 7071A Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Genelec 7071A vs SVS PB12-Plus
  • Genelec 7071A vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #89 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V: $2,050 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 106.9 dB at 20 Hz and 116.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, rear enclosure with 13.8” (351mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 624.8H x 449.8W x 549.9D mm cabinet and 48.1 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Full Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	116.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Norway
Dimensions	24.6"H x 17.7"W x 21.6"D (624.8 x 449.8 x 549.9 mm)
Drivers	13.8" (351mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, rear
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	98.3 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	104.2 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	106.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	107.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	110.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	116.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	116.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	118.5 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	118.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	116.7 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	10/5
Weight	106 lbs (48.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V vs Funkywaves FW 12.X
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V vs Kreisel Sound DXD-12012
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #90 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Kreisel Sound DXD-12012: $2,995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 98.7 dB at 20 Hz and 116.5 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 602.0H x 389.9W x 492.0D mm cabinet and 36.6 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	116.5 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	23.7"H x 15.4"W x 19.4"D (602.0 x 389.9 x 492.0 mm)
Drivers	2x 12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (line, with pass-through), RCA (stereo)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	98.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	104.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.7 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	115.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	117.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	117.2 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	80.7 lbs (36.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 vs Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 1V
  • Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 vs Paradigm Prestige 2000SW
  • Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Kreisel Sound DXD-12012 vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #91 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - THIEL Audio SmartSub 1.12: Discontinued eBay

Pros: 12-inch sealed with 1250W peak DSP amplifier offers unmatched room correction and flexible internal crossover. EQ abilities comparable or superior to other subs. Natural sound without sacrificing musicality. Ideal for high-end audio integration.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full THIEL Audio SmartSub 1.12 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	1250W peak
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	117.5 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
Frequency Response	40-80Hz
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (stereo line)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	105.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	111.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	115.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	117.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	120.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	117.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	(94.8 lbs (43 kg))
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.

Ranked #94 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith 12 THX Ultra: $1499 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 108.4 dB at 20 Hz and 115.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 12” (305mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.

Cons: The 579.1H x 424.2W x 599.4D mm cabinet and 44.7 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential.

Notes: Product # 24457

Full Monoprice Monolith 12 THX Ultra review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	115.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	22.8"H x 16.7"W x 23.6"D (579.1 x 424.2 x 599.4 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA, XLR passthrough out
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 12.5 Hz	87.7 dB
Output SPL at 15 Hz	101.2 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	108.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	110.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	113.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	115.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	116.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	116.0 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	115.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	114.0 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	98.5 lbs (44.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith 12 THX Ultra Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by ErinsAudioCorner; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith 12 THX Ultra vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK3
  • Monoprice Monolith 12 THX Ultra vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #95 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice Monolith M-12 V2: $900 eBay

Pros: 12-inch THX-certified ported with 500W RMS offers excellent value. Delivers very linear response with extension down to 20Hz. Port plug allows sealed configuration for added flexibility. Variable phase and XLR inputs distinguish it from budget offerings.

Notes: Product # 42847

Full Monoprice Monolith M-12 V2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	114.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	20.9"H x 25.8"W x 16.7"D (530.9 x 655.3 x 424.2 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA, XLR passthrough out
Measurement Source	Manufacturer
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	99.7 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	108.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	112.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	113.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	114.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	114.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	115.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	115.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	115.9 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	116.3 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	98.3 lbs (44.6 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Monoprice Monolith M-12 V2 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice Monolith M-12 V2 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra

Ranked #103 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Genelec 7070A: $4995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 100.6 dB at 20 Hz and 112.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 12” (305mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 625.1H x 555.0W x 490.0D mm cabinet and 50.0 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Genelec 7070A review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	112.0 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	24.6"H x 21.9"W x 19.3"D (625.1 x 555.0 x 490.0 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, 6-channel bass management in/out plus LFE in/sum out)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	97.5 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	100.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	102.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	109.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	113.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.6 dB
RCA Input	No
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2(+3)
Weight	110.2 lbs (50.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Genelec 7070A Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Genelec 7070A vs Velodyne Acoustics DD-15
  • Genelec 7070A vs Magico Audio ASUB
  • Genelec 7070A vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Genelec 7070A vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Genelec 7070A vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #104 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Magico Audio ASUB: $6,500 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 94.3 dB at 20 Hz and 111.1 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 10” (254mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 457.2H x 368.3W x 447.0D mm cabinet and 49.0 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Magico Audio ASUB review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	111.1 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	18"H x 14.5"W x 17.6"D (457.2 x 368.3 x 447.0 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (with through-output), RCA
Measurement Source	Brian Kahn
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	94.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	99.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	105.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	110.8 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	109.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	108 lbs (49.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Magico Audio ASUB Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brian Kahn; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Magico Audio ASUB vs Genelec HTS4B
  • Magico Audio ASUB vs Genelec 7070A
  • Magico Audio ASUB vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Magico Audio ASUB vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Magico Audio ASUB vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #105 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Genelec HTS4B: $2995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 97.9 dB at 20 Hz and 110.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The passive radiator enclosure with 12” (305mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 517.4H x 482.6W x 465.1D mm cabinet and 37.0 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Genelec HTS4B review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.3 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	20.4"H x 19"W x 18.3"D (517.4 x 482.6 x 465.1 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
Enclosure	passive radiator
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (in plus link-out), RCA (line-level)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	92.1 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	97.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	100.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	103.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	107.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	110.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.3 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2(+3)
Weight	81.6 lbs (37.0 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Genelec HTS4B Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Genelec HTS4B vs Magico Audio ASUB
  • Genelec HTS4B vs BK Electronics Monolith-DF
  • Genelec HTS4B vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • Genelec HTS4B vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra
  • Genelec HTS4B vs JTR Speakers Captivator S2

Ranked #107 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - BK Electronics Monolith-DF: $8995 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 102.0 dB at 20 Hz and 108.4 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 12” (305mm) driver with ported design delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 603.8H x 539.8W x 419.9D mm cabinet and 46.8 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full BK Electronics Monolith-DF review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.4 dB
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	23.8"H x 21.3"W x 16.5"D (603.8 x 539.8 x 419.9 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver with ported design
Enclosure	ported, bottom
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA (unbalanced)
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	91.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	102.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	106.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	108.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	108.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	108.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	108.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	107.7 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2
Weight	103.2 lbs (46.8 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Ilkka Rissanen; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs SVS SB13-Plus
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs Genelec HTS4B
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK3
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs Rythmik F18
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs SVS PB-4000
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • BK Electronics Monolith-DF vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • See all 17 comparisons

Ranked #108 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - SVS SB13-Plus: $1399 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 92.3 dB at 20 Hz and 108.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 13” (330mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 431.8H x 431.8W x 457.2D mm cabinet and 43.1 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Full SVS SB13-Plus review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.1 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	17"H x 17"W x 18"D (431.8 x 431.8 x 457.2 mm)
Drivers	13" (330mm) driver
Enclosure	sealed
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced), RCA
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 20 Hz	92.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	108.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	108.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	108.1 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	5
Weight	95 lbs (43.1 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • SVS SB13-Plus Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs Monoprice THX 121456
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs BK Electronics Monolith-DF
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs RSL (Rogersound Labs) Speedwoofer 12S
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK3
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs Rythmik F18
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs SVS PB-4000
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP
  • SVS SB13-Plus vs Rythmik FV15HP
  • See all 17 comparisons

Ranked #109 of 110 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Monoprice THX 121456: $899 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 94.6 dB at 20 Hz and 108.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The subwoofer enclosure with 12” (305mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 0.0H x 0.0W x 0.0D mm cabinet and 44.7 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

Notes: Product # 121456

Full Monoprice THX 121456 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Aux Input	No
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.0 dB
Coaxial Input	No
Country	United States
Dimensions	0"H x 0"W x 0"D (0.0 x 0.0 x 0.0 mm)
Drivers	12" (305mm) driver
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (balanced, with pass-through), RCA (stereo)
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Optical Input	No
Output SPL at 15 Hz	92.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	94.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	100.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	103.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	104.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	107.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.5 dB
RCA Input	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	98.5 lbs (44.7 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Monoprice THX 121456 vs SVS SB13-Plus
  • Monoprice THX 121456 vs Monoprice Monolith 16 THX Ultra