Yamaha DXS12 VS
Audioengine S8
- Brand - Yamaha
- Amplification Type - active
- Detachable Grilles - false
- Brand - Audioengine
- Amplification Type - active
- Detachable Grilles - false
Product Analysis - Choose the best one
Yamaha DXS12...
(4.8)
Yamaha DXS12 Review
Recently I have discovered an amazing product – The DXS series of active subwoofers developed by Yamaha that was designed to work together with the DXR product line. Yamaha DXS12 is an active subwoofer with a high-efficiency built-in 600-watt amplifier that delivers the sound of a good quality on different frequencies. This s
Read MorePros & Cons
Yamaha DXS12
VSPros
- Advanced DSP and D-XSUB Technology
- Versatile Connectivity and Integration
- Portable and Lightweight Design
- Yamaha's Protection Circuitry
Cons
- Lack of Protective Grille
- larger subwoofers
Audioengine S8
VSPros
- Compact and Stylish Design
- Powerful and Balanced Bass
- Versatile Connectivity
- Auto Sleep and Wake Functions
Cons
- Price to Performance Ratio
- Limited Fine-Tuning Options
Specifications
| Specification | Yamaha DXS12 | Audioengine S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | ||
| Subwoofer Phase | ||
| Volume | ||
| Main Power Switch | ||
| Low-pass Filter | ||
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight, Kg/pounds | 37.2/82.2 | 12.7/28.1 |
| Dimensions (h X W X D), Cm/in | 56.7 x 40 x 57/27.4 x 19.6 x 28.1 | 33.2 x 28.1 x 33.2/13.1 x 11.1 x 13.2 |
| Audio Performance | ||
| Impedance, Ohm | 10 | 8 |
| Sensitivity, Db | 134 | 88 |
| Crossover Frequency, Hz | 50-130 | |
| Frequency Response, Hz | 47-160 | 27-180 |
| Connections | ||
| Rca Stereo Line Level Inputs (pair) | 1 | |
| Rca Lfe Inputs | 1 | |
| Speaker Inputs (pair) | ||
| Speaker Outputs (pair) | ||
| Bi-amp | ||
| Xlr Outputs (pair) | 1 | |
| Xlr Inputs (pair) | 1 | |
| Rca Outputs | 1 | |
| Material | ||
| Enclosure Type | vented | vented |
| Colors | black | black, white |
| Woofer Composition | polymer | polymer |
| Body Material | wood | MDF |
| Power | ||
| Audio Amplifier Output Power, W | 600 | 125 |
| Maximal Output Power (rms), W | 950 | 250 |
| Nominal Output Power (rms), W | 600 | 150 |
| Driver | ||
| Port Placement | front panel | front panel |
| Driver Placement | front panel | down firing |
| Driver Size, In | 12 | 8 |
| Driver Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| General | ||
| Detachable Grilles | ||
| Amplification Type | active | active |
