Originally posted by Jed
A better argument would be the port length, because in most case you need a (very) long tube.
You also can equalize closed boxes to have the same low -3dB as the PR.
The main disadvantage of a PR is really the xmax. I know a lot of PR systems that really are limited by the xmax of the PR.
You can buy a second PR to compensate that, but I would prefer two closed boxes (and boost it with shelving or so). If you only look at the woofer that would be cheaper/as expensive than 1 woofer + 2 PR's. Two subwoofers would also be better for room acoustics and the impulse response is better ("faster")
The main benefit for the PR's would be amplifier power. For two closed boxes you will need more power. It totally depends on what amplifier you're looking for.
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