When it comes to the listing of subwoofers with very high qualities and unique features, both Klipsch R-12SW and R-120 can’t be cornered. The subwoofers have lots of amazing features that have earned them a sit on the list of best.
They both come from the same manufacturing brand so you can expect lots of similar qualities in both. As much as they both have similar traits based on their manufacturers, there are however some noticeable slight differences. Let’s take a look at some of these differences.
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Differences between both Subwoofers
- Klipsch R-12SW has been around for a while, Klipsch R-120SW is a more new model subwoofer
- R-12SW comes with black colored screws while R-120SW comes with copper-colored screws
- R-120SW is much more expensive than R-12SW
- The iem dimension of R-12SW is 19.2 x 14 x 16.5 while that of R-120SW is 14 x 18.5 x 16 inches
- Klipsch R-12SW weighs 31pounds while R-120SW weighs 33 pounds
- The depth for R-12SW is 18.5 in while that of R-120SW is 19.21in
Klipsch R-12SW
R-12SW is another model from Klipschh brand. It comes with a very reasonable price which does not compromise standards. The subwoofer is an all-digital amplifier delivering 400 Watts power. This much amount of power does not need an extra external amplifier.
The subwoofer is confined in an MDF cabinet with a brush black polymer veneer finish. Moreso, the 400 Watts power is combined with a 12-inch cooper spun front-firing woofer. These combinations together with the amplifier are sure to offer high and detailed bass. The R-12 subwoofer from Klipsch has a sleek design with a durable feel.
Features
- 29-120Hz Frequency response
- A 12-inch copper spun IMG driver
- LED light indicator
- Brush black polymer veneer finish
- Provides 400 Watts of power
- Built-in digital amplifier
- Very easy set-up
- Detailed bass
- Awesome sound performance for music and movies
- Affordable price
- A bit heavy for its look.
Klipsch R-120SW
R-120 presents users with a cinema-quality audio performance good for music and movies. The subwoofer has an extremely powerful bass that will satisfy your heart and take you way beyond your room. It also has a 400 Watt digital amplifier with front-firing woofers all working towards the bass performance.
R-120 is built with sturdy and modern materials that give it a classic and unique feel. The subwoofer can be placed at any location in the room as the front-firing driver is of high quality, working also to enhance a deep bass.
The cabinet’s four legs are crafted with low profile magnetic grille. An increment in the sound volume doesn’t mean a decrement in sound quality, you get the same sound quality through all volume levels.
Features
- Digital amp power is 400Watts
- Sturdy spun copper IMG woofer
- 29-120Hz Frequency response
- Front-firing driver
- Consists of sturdy frequency and volume knobs
- Strong with beautiful design
- Smooth and powerful bass
- More expensive than R-12SW
