16-46CS vs Hsu Research VTF-3 MK2
The VTF-3 MK2's low-frequency extension is 18 Hz against the 16-46CS's 16 Hz and its high-frequency extension 90 Hz against 80 Hz. Both share woofer (12") and drivers (1).
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The SVS 16-46CS is a passive subwoofer tower from SV Subwoofers, Inc. that uses a unique cylindrical enclosure design to eliminate corner resonances while maintaining structural integrity without extensive internal bracing. The 46-inch tall tower features a 12-inch long-throw driver positioned to fire downward, providing flat response down to 16 Hz with minimal rolloff below the tuning frequency. The cylindrical design allows uniform internal force distribution, resulting in a resonance-free enclosure. This model represents the entry point in SV Subwoofers' lineup and is suitable for both music and home theater applications, delivering extended low-frequency performance compared to conventional subwoofers.
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The VTF-3 MK2's low-frequency extension is 18 Hz against the 16-46CS's 16 Hz and its high-frequency extension 90 Hz against 80 Hz. Both share woofer (12") and drivers (1).
The HRSW-12's impedance is 3Ω against the 16-46CS's 4Ω and its power handling 150 W against 300 W. Both share woofer (12") and drivers (1).
The VA-1215X's low-frequency extension is 22 Hz against the 16-46CS's 16 Hz and its high-frequency extension 120 Hz against 80 Hz. Both share woofer (12") and drivers (1).
The ULD-15 MkII's impedance is 8Ω against the 16-46CS's 4Ω, its high-frequency extension 85 Hz against 80 Hz, its low-frequency extension 18 Hz against 16 Hz, and its woofer 15" against 12".
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