In this review, we will be comparing Performa3 B110v2 and Performa3 B112v2, two Powered Subwoofer speakers by Revel. 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 Revel Performa3 B112v2 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 Performa3 B110v2 and Revel Performa3 B112v2 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 Revel Performa3 B112v2 have a single woofer setup however the Revel Performa3 B110v2's woofer is 10-inch whereas the Revel Performa3 B112v2 features a 12-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
Performa3 B110v2 has a frequency range of 34-150 Hz whereas Performa3 B112v2 has a frequency range of 29-150 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 29Hz, the Performa3 B112v2 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
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Cabinet Type
Both Revel Performa3 B110v2 and Revel Performa3 B112v2 have Acoustic Suspension type cabinets. 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.
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 Revel Performa3 B112v2'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 Revel Performa3 B112v2 has external dimensions of 469.0 x 405.0 x 472.0mm ( 18-7/16inch x 15-15/16inch x 18-9/16inch ) .
Revel Performa3 B112v2 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 41mm wider, 40mm taller and 79mm deeper than Revel Performa3 B110v2.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Revel Performa3 B110v2 and Revel Performa3 B112v2 in scale.
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 Revel Performa3 B112v2 is approximately 1911.6cm2 / 296.3inch2. The Performa3 B110v2 requires 25% less surface area than the Performa3 B112v2 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 Revel Performa3 B112v2 weighs 29.45kg / 64.8lbs. This makes the Performa3 B112v2 20% heavier than the Performa3 B110v2.
Here is a comparison of how Performa3 B110v2 and Performa3 B112v2's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of Revel Performa3 B110v2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Performa3 B110v2:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cordGrille4 Spike feetOwners Manual
What's in the Box of Revel Performa3 B112v2?
Here are the items that come with the Performa3 B112v2:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cordGrille4 Spike feetOwners Manual
Height |
429mm
vs
469mm
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Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
1430cm2 (364x393mm)
vs
1911cm2 (405x472mm)
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Takes less floor space |
Price per pair* |
1925USD
vs
2695USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
10 inches
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Larger woofer |
Low Frequency Response |
29 Hz
vs
34 Hz
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Generates deeper bass |
General |
Revel Performa3 B110v2 |
Revel Performa3 B112v2 |
Brand |
Revel |
Revel |
Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
Max Amplifier Output |
1000 watts |
1000 watts |
Frequency Response |
34-150 Hz |
29-150 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
Watts RMS (Continuous) |
1000-watt RMS |
1000-watt RMS |
Drivers |
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Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
10" |
12" |
Woofer Composition |
Coated Paper/Pulp |
Coated Paper/Pulp |
Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
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|
Height |
429.0mm (16.9") |
469.0mm (18.5") |
Width |
364.0mm (14.3") |
405.0mm (15.9") |
Depth |
393.0mm (15.5") |
472.0mm (18.6") |
Weight |
24.45kg (53.8lbs) |
29.45kg (64.8lbs) |
Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Acoustic Suspension |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
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Other |
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Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |