In this review, we will be comparing Performa3 B112v2 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 Performa3 B112v2 and JBL Stage A120P 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 B112v2 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.Revel Performa3 B112v2and JBL Stage A120P have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 12" drivers.
Frequency Response
Performa3 B112v2 has a frequency range of 29-150 Hz whereas A120P has a frequency range of 32-150 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 29Hz, the Performa3 B112v2 can go slightly deeper then the A120P's min frequency of 32Hz.
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.
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
The Revel Performa3 B112v2 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 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 Performa3 B112v2's and JBL Stage A120P's external dimensions. 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 ) 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) .
JBL Stage A120P is 12mm narrower and 54mm shorter than Revel Performa3 B112v2 but it is also 3mm deeper.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Revel Performa3 B112v2 and JBL Stage A120P in scale.
Comparison image of Revel Performa3 B112v2 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 Performa3 B112v2 is approximately 1911.6cm2 / 296.3inch2 and base area of the JBL Stage A120P is approximately 1866.8cm2 / 289.4inch2. The Performa3 B112v2 requires 2% more surface area than the A120P which gives it a small disadvantage 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 B112v2 weighs 29.45kg / 64.8lbs and the JBL Stage A120P weighs 18.68kg / 41.1lbs. This makes the Performa3 B112v2 58% heavier than the A120P.
Here is a comparison of how Performa3 B112v2 and A120P'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 B112v2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Performa3 B112v2:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cordGrille4 Spike feetOwners Manual
What's in the Box of JBL Stage A120P?
Here are the items that come with the A120P:
Powered subwooferGrille6-feet AC power cord4 Spike feetOwners ManualWarranty CardImportant Safety Instructions
 Low Frequency Response |
29 Hz
vs
32 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
415mm
vs
469mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1866cm2 (393x475mm)
vs
1911cm2 (405x472mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
300USD
vs
2695USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Revel Performa3 B112v2 |
JBL Stage A120P |
| Brand |
Revel |
JBL |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
1000 watts |
250 watts |
| Frequency Response |
29-150 Hz |
32-150 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
1000-watt RMS |
250-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
n/a |
500-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
12" |
12" |
| Woofer Composition |
Coated Paper/Pulp |
Polycellulose |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
469.0mm (18.5") |
415.0mm (16.3") |
| Width |
405.0mm (15.9") |
393.0mm (15.5") |
| Depth |
472.0mm (18.6") |
475.0mm (18.7") |
| Weight |
29.45kg (64.8lbs) |
18.68kg (41.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Bass reflex |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |