Descend DN12 vs Klipsch KW-120-THX
The KW-120-THX's low-frequency extension is 20 Hz against the Descend DN12's 17 Hz. Both share power @ 8ω (500W), high-frequency extension (200 Hz), and woofer (12").
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About the Descend DN12
The Definitive Technology Descend DN12 is a premium powered subwoofer featuring innovative 3XR Architecture that combines a front-firing 12-inch long-throw active woofer with dual opposing 12-inch passive radiators. This configuration delivers the bass output of a larger ported subwoofer while maintaining the clean response of a sealed design without port noise distortion. Powered by a Class H digital amplifier with advanced 56-bit DSP processing, the DN12 produces exceptionally controlled and impactful bass suitable for both home theater and music applications. The subwoofer includes three EQ modes (Flat, Deep, and Loud), variable phase adjustment, and adjustable low-pass crossover for seamless integration with any speaker system.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Frequency Response
- 17 Hz - 200 Hz
- Power Handling
- 1.5kW
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 500W @ 8Ω
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 12"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Enclosure Type
- passive_radiator
- Crossover Frequency
- 150 Hz
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 475.5 × 484.8 × 458.2 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 33.2 kg (73 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Midnight Black
Key Specifications
Power: 500W
Frequency: 17-200 Hz
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