Fathom f110v2-GLOSS

The Fathom f110v2 is the most compact subwoofer in the Fathom lineup but is fully capable of delivering stellar performance in smaller spaces. The combination of an ultra-long throw W7 10-inch driver and a very powerful switching amplifier give it the kind of output normally associated with far larger subwoofer systems.

 

Because it is built with the same driver and amplifier technology as our flagship Gotham®, the f110v2 delivers a tremendous level of sound quality. Low distortion, excellent dynamic capabilities and shockingly deep bass extension will allow you to experience all the excitement of the most demanding cinematic material, while also being able to reproduce all the nuance and texture of your most delicate musical material.

A complete set of signal processing features is easily accessible on the front surface of every Fathom. These include a highly flexible low-pass filter, variable phase, switchable polarity, e.l.f. trim and our powerful Digital Automatic Room Optimization (D.A.R.O.) system. A calibrated microphone is included for the D.A.R.O. system. Input connections are made via unbalanced RCA connections or balanced Neutrik® combo XLR/TRS jacks. Also included is an XLR output to connect a second Fathom® as a slave unit.

JL Audio's exclusive D.A.R.O. technology uses a powerful on-board DSP to automatically optimize the subwoofer's in-room frequency response. This leads to a superb listening experience, no matter where the subwoofer is placed. 

Finish: Gloss Black

Grille finish: Black fabric

Enclosure Construction: MDF

 

Download the Fathom f110v2-GLOSS catalog here.

 

Specification

General Specification

Enclosure Type	Sealed
Enclosure Finish	Black Gloss
Frequency Response (Anechoic)	27 - 111 Hz (±1.5dB) -3 dB at 25 Hz / 120 Hz -10 dB at 19 Hz / 155 Hz
Effective Piston Area (Sd)	60 sq in / 0.0387 sq m
Effective Displacement	160 cu in / 2.6 L
Amplifier Power	1.1 kW RMS short-term
Power Mode(s)	Off, On or Automatic (Signal-Sensing)
Light Modes	Off, On or Dim

 

Signal Processing

Unbalanced Inputs	Stereo or Mono (two RCA jacks)
Balanced Inputs	Stereo or Mono (two female XLR jacks)
Speaker/High-Level Inputs	N/A
Input Grounding	Isolated or Grounded
Input Modes	Master or Slave
Level Control	Reference (fixed gain) or Variable, from full mute to +15dB over reference gain
Filter Mode(s)	Low-Pass
Filter Slope(s)	12/24 dB/octave
Filter Frequency Range	30 Hz - 130 Hz
Filter Defeat Function	Yes
Polarity	0 or 180 degrees
Phase	Variable, 0 - 280 degrees
Extreme Low Frequency (E.L.F.) Trim	Variable, -12 dB to +3 dB at 28 Hz
Line Outputs	N/A
Output to Slave	Balanced (one male XLR jack)
Calibration Mode	Digital Automatic Room Optimization (D.A.R.O.), incudes laboratory-grade microphone

 

Physical Specification

Width (W)	12.92 in / 328 mm
Height (H)	15.64 in / 397 mm
Depth (D)	17.27 in / 439 mm
Net Weight	69 lb / 31 kg
Note: Height dimensions include feet.

 

Review 

"The JL f110v2 is a mighty mite of a sub, conceding little to its larger brothers. Placing it up front in a stereo system, crossed over to the main speakers and, most crucially, matched to the room with D.A.R.O., it can extend and clarify the bass response of your system."

Click here to read the full review on Stereophile. 

 

"Every Impact was realistic, with a visceral quality that I felt in my chest."

Click here to read the full review on Sound & Vision.

 

"I have reviewed many fine subwoofers and although I enjoyed my time with many of them, I felt no tinge of regret when returning them. The f112s are different. They are not going anywhere as they have now become part of my reference system, until something better (which I can afford) comes along, which I suspect will not be for quite some time. Kudos JL Audio, your f112 combined with your CR-1 gives music lovers a means to integrate superior subs with main speakers in a way that delivers deep, visceral, accurate and distinctively tuneful bass performance in a manner that will give anyone with a heartbeat, many goose bump inducing musical moments."

Click here to read the full review on Canada Hifi.