I heard the JL Audio F113 and F112 yesterday again and was very impressed by the articulation, transparency, and seamless integration of these subs. I heard the F113 with Klipsch RF83's and the F112 with Wilson Watt Puppies. I noticed two clear advantages of these subs over peer subs (Klipsch, B&W), which was clarity and authority in the lowest octave, and very apparent accuracy in tracking signal decay. Several of the subs did well with attack, but the JL excelled in accurate decay, or lack of "overhang".
I was curious as to whether anyone has heard both the Fathoms and the Rythmik subs and could compare the sound quality of the two?
Understand that the difference in output capability between the two is obvious to the casual observer, and I have no illusion that The Rythmik approaches the JL in output capbility and headroom. However a realistic assessment of my listening needs is that I seldom listen really loud ( I am very protective of my hearing) and about 100-105 db would be the maximum level I would ever listen to, with 80-90 db more typical. I also do not have a really large room of about 2500 cubic feet. I desire accuracy, articulation, yet authority, even at lower volumes. The JL is within my budget, however if if the Rythmik would meet my needs as well, I have to question whether the difference in price is justified.
So given my listening needs, I wonder how the Rythmik and the JL subs would compare, as long as you remain within the performance envelope of the Rythmik. Or put another way, if I don't need the output capability of the JL, how would the JL and Rythmik compare in terms of sound quality at moderate to moderately loud volumes.
Sub selection is a matter of identifying various tradeoffs at play among the alternatives available, and deciding which elements carry the highest priority for a particular application. I'm trying to sort out where these alternatives fallout in my particular case. YMMV
So if anyone has heard both, I would appreciate your input.
I was curious as to whether anyone has heard both the Fathoms and the Rythmik subs and could compare the sound quality of the two?
Understand that the difference in output capability between the two is obvious to the casual observer, and I have no illusion that The Rythmik approaches the JL in output capbility and headroom. However a realistic assessment of my listening needs is that I seldom listen really loud ( I am very protective of my hearing) and about 100-105 db would be the maximum level I would ever listen to, with 80-90 db more typical. I also do not have a really large room of about 2500 cubic feet. I desire accuracy, articulation, yet authority, even at lower volumes. The JL is within my budget, however if if the Rythmik would meet my needs as well, I have to question whether the difference in price is justified.
So given my listening needs, I wonder how the Rythmik and the JL subs would compare, as long as you remain within the performance envelope of the Rythmik. Or put another way, if I don't need the output capability of the JL, how would the JL and Rythmik compare in terms of sound quality at moderate to moderately loud volumes.
Sub selection is a matter of identifying various tradeoffs at play among the alternatives available, and deciding which elements carry the highest priority for a particular application. I'm trying to sort out where these alternatives fallout in my particular case. YMMV
So if anyone has heard both, I would appreciate your input.
Do you know the area of the 12" Rythmik and F112?
