Short answer: the JL Audio Dominion d110. It ranks #193 of 212 subwoofers by sound quality, rated 3.2/5, at $1,300. The MartinLogan Abyss 8 ranks #204, rated 3.0/5, at $1,119.99, $180.01 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
Why pick the JL Audio Dominion d110: 10-inch proprietary long-throw DMA-optimized woofer with peak-to-peak excursion exceeding 68mm, powered by a 750W RMS Class D amplifier in a compact sealed cabinet. The tradeoff: Does not feature the onboard D.A.R.O. room correction system found in the premium Fathom series.
Why pick the MartinLogan Abyss 8: A compact MartinLogan subwoofer with an 8” aluminum woofer and two 8” passive radiators in a sealed 34cm cube, driven by a 1000W peak amplifier and rated 23 to 120Hz (±3dB). The catch: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared directly with ranked subwoofers; the rating is estimated from the measured MartinLogan Abyss 10, which reached only 106.4dB in the 40 to 80Hz CEA-2010 bands, and the smaller Abyss 8 is not expected to match it.
Buy the JL Audio Dominion d110. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $180.01 you would save on the MartinLogan Abyss 8 does not close the gap.
About the ratings: neither speaker has been measured yet, so both ratings are estimated from measured siblings and predecessors (likely ranges: JL Audio Dominion d110 3.0 to 3.4; MartinLogan Abyss 8 2.6 to 3.2). Treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JL Audio Dominion d110 | MartinLogan Abyss 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,300.00 | $1,119.99 |
| Ranked | #193 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) Estimated | #204 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) Estimated |
| Enclosure | sealed | passive radiator |
| Drivers | 10” (254mm) DMA-optimized long-throw driver | 8” aluminum woofer, 2 x 8” passive radiators |
| Amplifier Power | 750W RMS short-term | 1000W peak |
| Frequency Response | 27Hz - 111Hz (+/- 1.5dB, manufacturer specified) | 23-120Hz ±3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 13.4”H x 12”W x 15.9”D (340 x 305 x 403 mm) | 13.5”H x 13.2”W x 13.2”D (343 x 335 x 335 mm) |
| Weight | 38.1 lbs (17.3 kg) | 46.7 lbs (21.2 kg) |
| Country | - | United States |
| Warranty | - | 3 |
| XLR Input | - | Yes |
| AES Input | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JL Audio Dominion d110: $1,300.00 Estimated ListenUp eBay
Same family: the JL Audio Dominion d108 (smaller subwoofer, rated 2.9/5).
Pros: 10-inch proprietary long-throw DMA-optimized woofer with peak-to-peak excursion exceeding 68mm, powered by a 750W RMS Class D amplifier in a compact sealed cabinet. Delivers tight, punchy musical bass down to 27Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Does not feature the onboard D.A.R.O. room correction system found in the premium Fathom series. Output rolls off steeply below 25Hz compared to ported designs.
Full JL Audio Dominion d110 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 750W RMS short-term |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.4”H x 12”W x 15.9”D (340 x 305 x 403 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” (254mm) DMA-optimized long-throw driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 27Hz - 111Hz (+/- 1.5dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 38.1 lbs (17.3 kg) |
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MartinLogan Abyss 8: $1,119.99 Estimated Amazon eBay
Same family: the MartinLogan Abyss 10 (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, rated 3.2/5).
Pros: A compact MartinLogan subwoofer with an 8” aluminum woofer and two 8” passive radiators in a sealed 34cm cube, driven by a 1000W peak amplifier and rated 23 to 120Hz (±3dB). App control and Anthem Room Correction are included.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared directly with ranked subwoofers; the rating is estimated from the measured MartinLogan Abyss 10, which reached only 106.4dB in the 40 to 80Hz CEA-2010 bands, and the smaller Abyss 8 is not expected to match it.
Full MartinLogan Abyss 8 review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2024 (2 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 1000W peak |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 13.5”H x 13.2”W x 13.2”D (343 x 335 x 335 mm) |
| Drivers | 8” aluminum woofer, 2 x 8” passive radiators |
| Enclosure | passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 23-120Hz ±3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Warranty | 3 |
| Weight | 46.7 lbs (21.2 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons