In this review, we will be comparing Concerta2 B10 and R-120SW, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Revel and Klipsch. 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 Klipsch R-120SW first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Revel Concerta2 B10 and Klipsch R-120SW 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 Klipsch R-120SW have a single woofer setup however the Revel Concerta2 B10's woofer is 10-inch whereas the Klipsch R-120SW features a 12-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
Concerta2 B10 has a frequency range of 35-150 Hz whereas R-120SW has a frequency range of 29-120 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 29Hz, the R-120SW can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to 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
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High Frequency
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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 Klipsch R-120SW 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 Klipsch R-120SW'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 Klipsch R-120SW has external dimensions of 423.0 x 358.0 x 532.0mm ( 16-5/8 x 14-1/16 x 20-15/16inch) .
Revel Concerta2 B10 is 3mm shorter and 92mm less deeper than Klipsch R-120SW but it is also 19mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Revel Concerta2 B10 and Klipsch R-120SW in scale.
Comparison image of Revel Concerta2 B10 and Klipsch R-120SW 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 Klipsch R-120SW is approximately 1904.6cm2 / 295.2inch2. The Concerta2 B10 requires 13% less surface area than the R-120SW 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 Klipsch R-120SW weighs 14.09kg / 31lbs. This makes the Concerta2 B10 52% heavier than the R-120SW.
Here is a comparison of how Concerta2 B10 and R-120SW's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
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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 subwoofer6-feet AC power cordGrille4 Spike feetOwners Manual
What's in the Box of Klipsch R-120SW?
Here are the items that come with the R-120SW:
Powered subGrille (installed)6.5-feet AC power cordUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 High Frequency Response |
150k Hz
vs
120k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 Height |
420mm
vs
423mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1658cm2
vs
1904cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
10 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
29 Hz
vs
35 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
| General |
Revel Concerta2 B10 |
Klipsch R-120SW |
| Brand |
Revel |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
800 watts |
200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
35-150 Hz |
29-120 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
n/a |
200-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
n/a |
400-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
10" |
12" |
| Woofer Composition |
Anodized aluminum |
Copper-spun IMG |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
420.0mm (16.5") |
423.0mm (16.7") |
| Width |
377.0mm (14.8") |
358.0mm (14.1") |
| Depth |
440.0mm (17.3") |
532.0mm (20.9") |
| Weight |
21.36kg (47lbs) |
14.09kg (31lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass reflex |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
2 Years |