KSW-15 vs ELAC Debut S12EQ
The Debut S12EQ's power @ 8ω is 500W against the KSW-15's 265W, its low-frequency extension 25 Hz against 24 Hz, its high-frequency extension 150 Hz against 120 Hz, and its woofer 12" against 15".
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About the KSW-15
The Klipsch KSW-15 powered subwoofer was introduced in 1998 and manufactured until 2003. It features a single 15-inch (381mm) fiber-composite cone driver designed to produce deep bass with low distortion down to 22Hz. The subwoofer includes a built-in BASH amplifier rated at 265 watts RMS and 800 watts peak power. It offers a frequency response of 24Hz to 120Hz ±3dB and a variable low-pass crossover adjustable from 40Hz to 120Hz with a 24dB/octave slope. The cabinet dimensions are approximately 19.5" x 19" x 19" (49.5cm x 48.3cm x 48.3cm), and it weighs about 45 to 76 pounds depending on sources. The KSW-15 is well-regarded for home theater use, providing powerful bass output, though some users note it is less suited for music reproduction. It is a discontinued model but remains popular among Klipsch enthusiasts.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Frequency Response
- 24 Hz - 120 Hz
- Power Handling
- 800W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 265W
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 265W @ 8Ω
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Size
- 15"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
- Crossover Frequency
- 40 Hz
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 490 × 490 × 490 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 34.02 kg (75 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 265W
Frequency: 24-120 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions