With the immenent release of the Rythmik FV25HP there will be a new face-off between these ported subs with 10Hz capabilities. This thread is meant for information and discussion of these two ultra-low frequency monster subs.
JTR Captivator 2400ULF
Driver: one 18" driver
Port tuning frequency: 14Hz
Amplification: Speakerpower 2400W RMS
Size: 20.5"(W) x 22.5"(H) x 39.5" (D) or 20.5"(W) x 39.5"(H) x 22.5" (D)
Construction: 18mm baltic birch (13-ply)
Part Sourcing: USA
Assembly: USA
Weight: 165 lbs
Cost for standard: $2399 + freight
Cost for tall: $2499 + freight
*freight shipping only (~$250 for one, $300 for two)
+sales tax for residents of Wisconsin
Official JTR Speakers Subwoofer Thread
Official JTR Speakers TALL 2400ULF thread
Rythmik FV25HP
Drivers: two 15" aluminum drivers (DS1520)
Port tuning frequency: 12.5Hz
Amplification: Hypex 2000W RMS (Rythmik patented DirectServo)
Size: 21"(W) x 41"(H) x 22"(D)
Construction: 18mm MDF for bracing, top, bottom, and sides, 1" MDF for back panel, 1.5" MDF for front panel
Weight: 105 kg, ~232 lbs
Part Sourcing: China
Assembly: USA
Cost for one: $2500 shipped
Cost for duals: $4750 shipped
*freight shipping only
+sales tax for residents of Texas
Official Rythmik Audio Subwoofer Thread
Rythmik FV25HP available only in textured black paint. JTR offers matte black paint (std), custom wood (+$300) & automotive (+$500) finishes.
JTR Captivator 2400ULF
Driver: one 18" driver
Port tuning frequency: 14Hz
Amplification: Speakerpower 2400W RMS
Size: 20.5"(W) x 22.5"(H) x 39.5" (D) or 20.5"(W) x 39.5"(H) x 22.5" (D)
Construction: 18mm baltic birch (13-ply)
Part Sourcing: USA
Assembly: USA
Weight: 165 lbs
Cost for standard: $2399 + freight
Cost for tall: $2499 + freight
*freight shipping only (~$250 for one, $300 for two)
+sales tax for residents of Wisconsin
Official JTR Speakers Subwoofer Thread
Official JTR Speakers TALL 2400ULF thread
Rythmik FV25HP
Drivers: two 15" aluminum drivers (DS1520)
Port tuning frequency: 12.5Hz
Amplification: Hypex 2000W RMS (Rythmik patented DirectServo)
Size: 21"(W) x 41"(H) x 22"(D)
Construction: 18mm MDF for bracing, top, bottom, and sides, 1" MDF for back panel, 1.5" MDF for front panel
Weight: 105 kg, ~232 lbs
Part Sourcing: China
Assembly: USA
Cost for one: $2500 shipped
Cost for duals: $4750 shipped
*freight shipping only
+sales tax for residents of Texas
Official Rythmik Audio Subwoofer Thread
edit: The dimensions of the taller Captivator 2400 ULF and the FV25HP are nearly identical
Rythmik FV25HP available only in textured black paint. JTR offers matte black paint (std), custom wood (+$300) & automotive (+$500) finishes.