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Revel Concerta2 B10 vs JBL Stage A120P Comparison
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Revel Concerta2 B10

Powered Subwoofer | 35-150 Hz

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Powered Subwoofer | 32-150 Hz

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Revel Concerta2 B10 vs JBL Stage A120P Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Concerta2 B10 and A120P, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Revel and JBL. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Revel Concerta2 B10 and JBL Stage A120P first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Revel Concerta2 B10 Key Specs

  • 10" Anodized aluminum Woofer
  • 35-150 Hz Frequency Response
  • 800 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • Weight:21.36kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 420.0" x 14-13/16" x 17-5/16"( 420.0 x 377.0 x 440.0mm )

JBL Stage A120P Key Specs

  • 12" Polycellulose Woofer
  • 32-150 Hz Frequency Response
  • 250 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • Weight:18.68kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 415.0" x 15-7/16" x 18-11/16"( 415.0 x 393.0 x 475.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Revel Concerta2 B10 and JBL Stage A120P compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these subwoofers is the better choice for you.


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Drivers

The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.Both Revel Concerta2 B10and JBL Stage A120P have a single woofer setup however the Revel Concerta2 B10's woofer is 10-inch whereas the JBL Stage A120P features a 12-inch woofer.

Frequency Response

Concerta2 B10 has a frequency range of 35-150 Hz whereas A120P has a frequency range of 32-150 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 32Hz, the A120P can go slightly deeper then the Concerta2 B10's min frequency of 35Hz.

Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.

Low Frequency

Subwoofer Speakers

Revel Concerta2 B10
JBL Stage A120P
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Average
Max
High Frequency

Subwoofer Speakers

Revel Concerta2 B10
JBL Stage A120P
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet Type

The Revel Concerta2 B10 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type subwoofers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs. On the other hand the JBL Stage A120P have Bass reflex type enclosure.

Physical Specs

Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Revel Concerta2 B10's and JBL Stage A120P's external dimensions. Revel Concerta2 B10 has external dimensions of 420.0 x 377.0 x 440.0mm ( 16-1/2 x 14-13/16 x 17-5/16inch) whereas JBL Stage A120P has external dimensions of 415.0 x 393.0 x 475.0mm ( 16-5/16 x 15-7/16 x 18-11/16inch) .

Revel Concerta2 B10 is 16mm narrower and 35mm less deeper than JBL Stage A120P but it is also 5mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Revel Concerta2 B10 and JBL Stage A120P in scale.

Revel Concerta2 B10 vs JBL Stage A120P Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Revel Concerta2 B10 and JBL Stage A120P Size and External Dimensions

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the Revel Concerta2 B10 is approximately 1658.8cm2 / 257.1inch2 and base area of the JBL Stage A120P is approximately 1866.8cm2 / 289.4inch2. The Concerta2 B10 requires 11% less surface area than the A120P which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The Revel Concerta2 B10 weighs 21.36kg / 47lbs and the JBL Stage A120P weighs 18.68kg / 41.1lbs. This makes the Concerta2 B10 14% heavier than the A120P.

Here is a comparison of how Concerta2 B10 and A120P's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.

Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
Revel Concerta2 B10
JBL Stage A120P
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What's in the Box of Revel Concerta2 B10?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Concerta2 B10:
  • Powered subwoofer
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Grille
  • 4 Spike feet
  • Owners Manual
  • What's in the Box of JBL Stage A120P?

    Here are the items that come with the A120P:
  • Powered subwoofer
  • Grille
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • 4 Spike feet
  • Owners Manual
  • Warranty Card
  • Important Safety Instructions

  • Reasons to choose Revel Concerta2 B10 over JBL Stage A120P
    Base Surface Area 1658cm2 vs 1866cm2 Takes less floor space
    Reasons to choose JBL Stage A120P over Revel Concerta2 B10
    Woofer Size 12 inches vs 10 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 32 Hz vs 35 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Height 415mm vs 420mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Price per pair* 300USD vs 1650USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    Revel Concerta2 B10 vs JBL Stage A120P Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Revel Concerta2 B10 JBL Stage A120P
    Brand Revel JBL
    Speaker Type Powered Subwoofer Powered Subwoofer
    Max Amplifier Output 800 watts 250 watts
    Frequency Response 35-150 Hz 32-150 Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) n/a 250-watt RMS
    Watts Peak (Max) n/a 500-watt RMS
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 10" 12"
    Woofer Composition Anodized aluminum Polycellulose
    Tweeter Size - -
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Firing Direction front front
    Physical Specs
    Height 420.0mm (16.5") 415.0mm (16.3")
    Width 377.0mm (14.8") 393.0mm (15.5")
    Depth 440.0mm (17.3") 475.0mm (18.7")
    Weight 21.36kg (47lbs) 18.68kg (41.1lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass reflex
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 1 Year
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 1 Year

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