Dayton Audio SUB-1200 vs Klipsch SPL-120
The Dayton Audio SUB-1200 has speaker-level inputs and costs less ($200 vs $600). The Klipsch SPL-120 has more amplifier power (300 W vs 80 W) and plays lower (24 Hz vs 25 Hz).
What each one works with
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| SUB-1200 | SPL-120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers it connects to | 26 of 26 | 26 of 26 |
Specs side by side
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| SUB-1200 | SPL-120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier | 80 W | 300 W |
| Drivers | 1 × 305 mm | 1 × 305 mm |
| Low end | 25 Hz | 24 Hz |
| Inputs | Line, speaker-level | Line |
| Size | 16×17×18 in | 15×18×20 in |
| Weight | 20 kg (44.1 lb) | 20.4 kg (45 lb) |
| MSRP | $200 each (MSRP, August 2026) | $600 each (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: Dayton Audio SUB-1200, Klipsch SPL-120.
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References
- Dayton Audio SUB-1200: Owner's manual, parts-express.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Dayton Audio SUB-1200: Manufacturer product page, web.archive.org, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Klipsch SPL-120: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Klipsch SPL-120: Retailer listing, bhphotovideo.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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