Kube 12 MIE vs Kube 15 MIE
The Kube 15 MIE's sensitivity is 116 dB against the Kube 12 MIE's 114 dB and its low-frequency extension 20 Hz against 22 Hz. Both share power @ 8ω (300W) and high-frequency extension (140 Hz).
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The KEF Kube 12 MIE is a high-performance sealed active subwoofer featuring a 12-inch (300mm) front-firing long-throw driver powered by a 300W RMS Class D amplifier. Optimized by KEF's proprietary Music Integrity Engine (MIE) DSP algorithms, including iBX Intelligent Bass Extension, it delivers exceptional depth, dynamics, and accuracy for music, movies, TV, and gaming in larger rooms and home theaters. It includes three room placement settings (free standing, wall/in-cabinet, corner), KEF SmartConnect for automatic input detection, variable low-pass crossover (40-140 Hz), phase switch (0°/180°), and versatile connectivity options. The sealed cabinet design ensures precise bass and allows cabinet installation.
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The Kube 15 MIE's sensitivity is 116 dB against the Kube 12 MIE's 114 dB and its low-frequency extension 20 Hz against 22 Hz. Both share power @ 8ω (300W) and high-frequency extension (140 Hz).
The SUB 600P's low-frequency extension is 28 Hz against the Kube 12 MIE's 22 Hz and its high-frequency extension 270 Hz against 140 Hz. Both share power @ 8ω (300W) and woofer (12").
The Kube 10 MIE's sensitivity is 111 dB against the Kube 12 MIE's 114 dB and its low-frequency extension 24 Hz against 22 Hz. Both share power @ 8ω (300W) and high-frequency extension (140 Hz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The T2's power @ 8ω is 250W against the Kube 12 MIE's 300W, its sensitivity 110 dB against 114 dB, its low-frequency extension 30 Hz against 22 Hz, and its woofer 10" against 12".
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