AS180 vs Klipsch R-12SW
The R-12SW's power @ 8ω is 200W against the AS180's 180W and its low-frequency extension 29 Hz against 20 Hz. Both share high-frequency extension (120 Hz) and woofer (12").
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AS180
EnergyLoudspeakersSubwoofersPowered LoudspeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$70
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the AS180
The Energy AS-180 is a high-performance powered subwoofer featuring a 12-inch paper cone driver in a ported enclosure with twin rear-firing tuned ports. It includes a built-in 180-watt amplifier, variable low-pass filter, gain controls, and both low-level (RCA) and high-level inputs/outputs for versatile integration with various audio systems. Known for delivering even, fast bass response suitable for music like slap bass or organ, with seamless transition to main speakers. Construction quality rivals premium brands, and it's praised for value, especially under $400 per unit. Likely discontinued as an older model with limited current information available.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz - 120 Hz
- Power Handling
- 180W
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 180W @ 8Ω
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Size
- 12"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Enclosure Type
- ported
- Crossover Frequency
- 120 Hz
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Analog Inputs
- low-level (RCA), high-level
Key Specifications
Power: 180W
Frequency: 20-120 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions