The Resilient Sounds Platinum Series and Sundown X v.2 series subwoofers are both premium products. They are both rated for high volume and great performance. However, the Resilient Sounds Platinum Series takes this one by a mile. The Resilient series just has more power and clearer sound. You can hear the difference.
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Available Sizes
Resilient Sounds Platinum Series is the highest-tier subwoofer series the company makes. It is available in the 12-inch, 15-inch, and 18-inch models. The Sundown X v.2 Series is available in 10-inch, 12-inch, 15-inch, and 18-inch models. Sundown also features dual 1-Ohm and 2-Ohm voice coil variants for each model.
While both series feature high-end subwoofer models rated for high RMS power, Sundown features a greater variety. The Resilient Sounds Platinum Series may seem more exclusive due to its limited offerings, but with Sundown, you’ll have more choices.
Build Quality
Both subwoofer series’ feature premium designs and materials which ensure great builds and long shelf life. Both subwoofers are built for small enclosures and both provide incredible sound.
The Sundown X v.2 series features custom-made structures with premium materials including a copper voice coil and an aluminum former. The 4-layer coil provides incredible levels of excursion. The v.2 revision also features a new black coil design to handle much more heat than the coil for the v.1 series.
The Sundown X v.2 Series is designed to work in small enclosures and will tolerate enclosures 50% larger than standard. This will work for more low-end extensions. Due to the linear suspension, the subwoofers are designed for the lowest level of bass extension possible in small enclosures.
The Resilient Sounds Series features an aluminum shorting ring and spacers. It has quad-stacked 9.25-inch Nomex progressive spiders with dual sewn leads. The subwoofers also feature an FEA-optimized triple-stack motor.
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Sound
Since both series’ include premium subwoofers, they’re rated for incredibly loud and clear sound. While Resilient Sounds comes out on top in sheer power, the Sundown X v.2 series isn’t a slouch. It features very powerful subwoofers as well which guarantee a great listening experience.
The Resilient Sounds Platinum Series features a 2000-watt “conservative” RMS power rating across the board. The subwoofers are also rated for a 4000 watts RMS peak if you want to really put them to the test. The series comes in tuned at 32-34 Hz with a 12-16 sq in port area per cubic ft.
The Sundown X v.2 series features a 1500-watt RMS power rating across the board. Since it features dual 1-Ohm and 2-Ohm variants for each subwoofer, you can find a greater variety of sizes for your vehicle. This means that you’ll get incredible sound in all shapes and sizes.
Price
The Sundown X v.2 series and the Resilient Sounds Platinum Series are both priced competitively. The former features subwoofers starting from $430. The largest 18-inch models are priced at $570. The Sundown X v.2 series offerings is priced equally for all Ohm variants.
This means that you can get whichever variant you want without the agony of choice.
The Resilient Sounds Platinum Series is competitively priced for the premium market but is definitely pricier. It starts at $550 for the 12-inch models, while Sundown sells its 12-inches for $450. The 18-inch Platinum models sell for $575. That’s also a little more expensive than comparable models for Sundown.
While the RMS rating may make a little difference for some, there isn’t a huge gulf in quality. You are essentially getting the same quality at a lower price with the Sundown X v.2. Plus, the Sundown name also carries a 2-year warranty for each purchase from an authorized dealer.
Final Verdict
When it comes down to it, the Sundown X v.2 Series is the clear winner. It has a greater variety of models and features high-quality parts at a lower price. The Resilient Sounds Platinum Series certainly has its positives, but it’s too pricey, almost $100 for each variant.
Hence, you can get more bang for your buck when it comes to the Sundown series. There is more choice, and you get a guarantee of quality at a lower price.
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