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[Chris Poynter]

Has anyone used both of these subs and can give me a comparison?

[Debbie Dunkley]

Has anyone used both of these subs and can give me a comparison?

I own the PRX718xlf and SRX818sp if that helps.
I always find it difficult to explain how subs sound in words but I would say that the SRX is more controlled - a tighter thud and less likely to sound boomy. Also has a deeper tone. It is a little cleaner.
I like my pRX718's and I use them in the smaller places because they are a better shape when stage space is premium - taller but less deep.
Also the SRX has crossover selection but the PRX is pre-set.
Both are excellent subs.

[Chris Poynter]

I own the PRX718xlf and SRX818sp if that helps.
I always find it difficult to explain how subs sound in words but I would say that the SRX is more controlled - a tighter thud and less likely to sound boomy. Also has a deeper tone. It is a little cleaner.
I like my pRX718's and I use them in the smaller places because they are a better shape when stage space is premium - taller but less deep.
Also the SRX has crossover selection but the PRX is pre-set.
Both are excellent subs.

Thanks for such a quick response. I'm glad there is a noticeable difference in sound. The only thing holding me back from ordering the SRX subs was that I really liked the shape of the PRX better. But I just pulled the trigger on two of the SRX! 

[Debbie Dunkley]

Thanks for such a quick response. I'm glad there is a noticeable difference in sound. The only thing holding me back from ordering the SRX subs was that I really liked the shape of the PRX better. But I just pulled the trigger on two of the SRX! 

Nice one.....
Don't get me wrong, the difference is very slight and like I said I find it so difficult to describe the difference in sound  when it comes to subs anyway BUT it can be heard. Makes sense though as the 2 boxes are $500 apart.

[bill jones chauncey]

Nice one.....
Don't get me wrong, the difference is very slight and like I said I find it so difficult to describe the difference in sound  when it comes to subs anyway BUT it can be heard. Makes sense though as the 2 boxes are $500 apart.

i agreee... i have two prx818xlf's and also the srx800 subs..... the prx subs are boomier and i really notice the extra low output w/ the srx....   the srx 828p is insanely good deal... amazing subwoofer and a price low enough for us weekenders... my advice, spend the dough for the srx line... better warrenty also

[Jonathan Arce]

Has anyone used both of these subs and can give me a comparison?

I own both subs but I use the srx818sp more..the prx818xlf like the guy above me said they do sound more boomy..and srx deeper....I would recommend the srx series..

If I have time this week i will put them side by side with same songs if I can really almost tell the difference between the 2..

My friend that has jbl vrx918sp subs  likes my srx818sp better.

[Mal Brown]

Has anybody pulls the 18 from a PRX and added a little poly batting to try to control the boom?   As an ex-DIY bass cabinet guy, that was always a part of the final tuning for me.
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[Debbie Dunkley]

Has anybody pulls the 18 from a PRX and added a little poly batting to try to control the boom?   As an ex-DIY bass cabinet guy, that was always a part of the final tuning for me.
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Mal - I'm not saying that the PRX is boomy - just more prone to it than the SRX. I really like my PRX subs - they have been fan-friggin-tactic for all my small bar jobs.
What I meant by my comment was that I find when I require a bit more from them they don't stay as tight and controlled as the SRX 's do.
This weekend the band is playing in what I think will be the most challenging of places in which I have ever had the pleasure to run sound.
From photos it looks like a HUGE garage - metal walls and high ceiling with nothing to absorb nasty reflections other than bodies. This is a good example of where I wouldn't hesitate to use the SRX's.

[Steve Garris]

Mal - I'm not saying that the PRX is boomy - just more prone to it than the SRX. I really like my PRX subs - they have been fan-friggin-tactic for all my small bar jobs.
What I meant by my comment was that I find when I require a bit more from them they don't stay as tight and controlled as the SRX 's do.
This weekend the band is playing in what I think will be the most challenging of places in which I have ever had the pleasure to run sound.
From photos it looks like a HUGE garage - metal walls and high ceiling with nothing to absorb nasty reflections other than bodies. This is a good example of where I wouldn't hesitate to use the SRX's.

This exactly. They don't really need any modding. I'm loading mine up right now for a low-key gig tonight with our local Beatles band.

Debbie, I did a show last year in a brewery - concrete walls & metal everywhere. Your SRX system will surprise you!

[Debbie Dunkley]

This exactly. They don't really need any modding. I'm loading mine up right now for a low-key gig tonight with our local Beatles band.

Debbie, I did a show last year in a brewery - concrete walls & metal everywhere. Your SRX system will surprise you!

I hope so Steve - you did mean surprise me in a  good way - right?.. LOL

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