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Revel Performa3 B110v2 vs Polk Audio Polk Monitor XT12 Comparison
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Revel Performa3 B110v2

Powered Subwoofer | 34-150 Hz

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Revel Performa3 B110v2 vs Polk Monitor XT12 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Performa3 B110v2 and Monitor XT12, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Revel and Polk Audio. 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 Performa3 B110v2 and Polk Monitor XT12 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Revel Performa3 B110v2 Key Specs

  • 10" Coated Paper/Pulp Woofer
  • 34-150 Hz Frequency Response
  • 1000 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • Weight:24.45kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 429.0" x 14-5/16" x 15-7/16"( 429.0 x 364.0 x 393.0mm )

Polk Monitor XT12 Key Specs

  • 12" Bi-laminate paper Woofer
  • 24-160 Hz Frequency Response
  • 50 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • Weight:17.73kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 418.0" x 16-1/16" x 19-1/16"( 418.0 x 408.0 x 485.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Revel Performa3 B110v2 and Polk Monitor XT12 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 Performa3 B110v2and Polk Monitor XT12 have a single woofer setup however the Revel Performa3 B110v2's woofer is 10-inch whereas the Polk Monitor XT12 features a 12-inch woofer.

Frequency Response

Performa3 B110v2 has a frequency range of 34-150 Hz whereas Monitor XT12 has a frequency range of 24-160 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 24Hz, the Monitor XT12 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Performa3 B110v2's min frequency of 34Hz.

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 Performa3 B110v2
Polk Monitor XT12
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Average
Max
High Frequency

Subwoofer Speakers

Revel Performa3 B110v2
Polk Monitor XT12
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet Type

The Revel Performa3 B110v2 has a Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic Suspension aka Sealed type subwoofers have enclosures that are sealed hence no ports or holes exists on the cabinet. Sealed designs helps to provide more accurate and tight bass responses compared to ported designs. On the other hand the Polk Monitor XT12 have Bass Reflex type enclosure. 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.

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 Performa3 B110v2's and Polk Monitor XT12's external dimensions. Revel Performa3 B110v2 has external dimensions of 429.0 x 364.0 x 393.0mm ( 16-7/8inch x 14-5/16inch x 15-7/16inch ) whereas Polk Monitor XT12 has external dimensions of 418.0 x 408.0 x 485.0mm ( 16-7/16inch x 16-1/16inch x 19-1/16inch ) .

Revel Performa3 B110v2 is 44mm narrower and 92mm less deeper than Polk Monitor XT12 but it is also 11mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Revel Performa3 B110v2 and Polk Monitor XT12 in scale.

Revel Performa3 B110v2 vs Polk Monitor XT12 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Revel Performa3 B110v2 and Polk Monitor XT12 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 Performa3 B110v2 is approximately 1430.5cm2 / 221.7inch2 and base area of the Polk Monitor XT12 is approximately 1978.8cm2 / 306.7inch2. The Performa3 B110v2 requires 28% less surface area than the Monitor XT12 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 Performa3 B110v2 weighs 24.45kg / 53.8lbs and the Polk Monitor XT12 weighs 17.73kg / 39lbs. This makes the Performa3 B110v2 38% heavier than the Monitor XT12.

Here is a comparison of how Performa3 B110v2 and Monitor XT12's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.

Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
Revel Performa3 B110v2
Polk Monitor XT12
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Max

What's in the Box of Revel Performa3 B110v2?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Performa3 B110v2:
  • Powered subwoofer
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Grille
  • 4 Spike feet
  • Owners Manual
  • What's in the Box of Polk Monitor XT12?

    Here are the items that come with the Monitor XT12:
  • Black powered subwoofer
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Grille
  • Owners Manual
  • Online registration card

  • Reasons to choose Revel Performa3 B110v2 over Polk Monitor XT12
    Base Surface Area 1430cm2 vs 1978cm2 Takes less floor space
    Reasons to choose Polk Monitor XT12 over Revel Performa3 B110v2
    Woofer Size 12 inches vs 10 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 24 Hz vs 34 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 160k Hz vs 150k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 418mm vs 429mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Price per pair* 399USD vs 1925USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    Revel Performa3 B110v2 vs Polk Monitor XT12 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Revel Performa3 B110v2 Polk Monitor XT12
    Brand Revel Polk Audio
    Speaker Type Powered Subwoofer Powered Subwoofer
    Max Amplifier Output 1000 watts 50 watts
    Frequency Response 34-150 Hz 24-160 Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) 1000-watt RMS 50-watt RMS
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 10" 12"
    Woofer Composition Coated Paper/Pulp Bi-laminate paper
    Tweeter Size - -
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Firing Direction front front
    Physical Specs
    Height 429.0mm (16.9") 418.0mm (16.5")
    Width 364.0mm (14.3") 408.0mm (16.1")
    Depth 393.0mm (15.5") 485.0mm (19.1")
    Weight 24.45kg (53.8lbs) 17.73kg (39lbs)
    Enclosure Acoustic Suspension Bass Reflex
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 3 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 3 Years

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