Stratton 12 is a Ported type Powered Subwoofer by KLH with a frequency range of 25-160 Hz. It features 1 x 12" Paper/Kevlar/Fiberglass Woofer, and powered by a 200 watts amplifier.
Stratton 12 is a member of KLH's Stratton series of Powered subwoofers. Below you can see the main specs of these subwoofers as well as review and comparison links.
KLH Stratton Series Subwoofers
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Frequency Response
KLH Stratton 12 has a Frequency response range of 25-160 Hz at ±3dB. With the help of its 1 x 12-inch driver and 200 watts RMS amplifier, the Stratton 12 can go as low as 25 Hz which doesn't quite offer full range sound (20Hz-2kHZ) but it gets really close.
Here we have a comparison of how Stratton 12's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Powered Subwoofers
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Among all subwoofers in our database with a max MSRP price of 750$, these are the 5 Powered Subwoofer models that can reach deeper bass levels than the KLH Stratton 12's 25Hz:
Low-Pass CrossoverKLH Stratton 12 has a variable Low-pass filter (LFP) which lets you choose a frequency level between 80/150 Hz in order to block any frequencies above that point from reaching the amplifier.
Inputs and Outputs
- PreampLevel Inputs: Mono-RCA/LFE
- SpeakerLevel Inputs: No
- SpeakerLevel Outputs: No
- Wireless: No
KLH Stratton 12 External Dimensions and Weight
KLH Stratton 12 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 17-11/16inch x 15-3/8inch x 20-3/8inch (450.0 x 391.0 x 518.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of KLH Stratton 12 is approximately 2025.4cm2 / 313.9inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of KLH Stratton 12, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
KLH Stratton 12 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the KLH Stratton 12 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
KLH Stratton 12 Subwoofer next to a Media Stand
WeightThe KLH Stratton 12 weighs 20.00kg / 44lbs. Weight of a subwoofer is an important factor when you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. Here is a comparison of how Stratton 12's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Cabinet type and Materials
KLH Stratton 12 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Ported subwoofers are generally accepted to be more suitable for home theatre systems whereas the sealed designs are preferred for music oriented systems.
Port Position
KLH Stratton 12 is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Does the KLH Stratton 12 come with a Grille?
Stratton 12 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
What's in the Box of KLH Stratton 12?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Stratton 12:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cordGrilleManual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the KLH Stratton 12.
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.