Short answer: the MartinLogan Dynamo 12. It ranks #149 of 212 subwoofers by sound quality (rated 3.5/5) at $1,279.99 and is still sold new; the JL Audio Fathom f110 ranks #201 (rated 3.0/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The MartinLogan Dynamo 12 is the better-sounding pick. A sealed 12 inch subwoofer with app control and built in room correction that simplifies setup in a mid size room. The tradeoff: Nearly all controls, including low-pass frequency and phase, are app-only, with no physical switches for systems that lack separate bass management.
The case for the JL Audio Fathom f110: A discontinued compact sealed 10 inch subwoofer with built in room optimization, an 18 band EQ and a deep gloss finish. The tradeoff: Output of 103.2dB average from 40 to 80Hz is low for its cabinet, which weighs 67 lbs (30.4 kg).
Buy the MartinLogan Dynamo 12. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the JL Audio Fathom f110 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| MartinLogan Dynamo 12 | JL Audio Fathom f110 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,279.99 | $2,299 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #149 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #201 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) |
| Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Enclosure | sealed | sealed |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | 81.1 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 16 Hz | 85.7 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 91.7 dB | 94.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 97.6 dB | 101.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 102.5 dB | 103.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 107.7 dB | 105.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 110.6 dB | 104.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.9 dB | 103.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 112.2 dB | 101.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 110.1 dB | 98.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 108.7 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 110.6 dB | 103.2 dB |
| Dimensions | 16.8”H x 15.8”W x 15.8”D (425.5 x 400.1 x 400.1 mm) | 15.6”H x 12.9”W x 17.3”D (397.3 x 328.2 x 438.7 mm) |
| Weight | 61.5 lbs (27.9 kg) | 67 lbs (30.4 kg) |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics | Audioholics |
| Frequency Response | 23-200Hz, ±3dB | 27-111Hz |
| Amplifier Power | 800W RMS / 1600W peak | 900W short-term |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver | 10” (254mm) driver |
| Inputs | XLR (L/R/LFE), speaker-level | XLR/TRS combo (balanced), RCA (unbalanced), XLR link output |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- MartinLogan Dynamo 12: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
- JL Audio Fathom f110: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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