JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer

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Feb, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 reviews of JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the bass quality. The usability is also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed comments about the price and design.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : david (audioholics.com)

JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer Review

The JL Audio has produced a very serious subwoofer in the Fathom f112, the smallest sibling in their home audio line.. This is a powerful sub capable of prodigious deep bass output. Make no mistake; if you have loose objects in the house, this sub will...

Powerful sub capable of tactile bass ; Detailed, precise low frequency output ; Musical with excellent micro and macro dynamics ; Superb build quality and finish ; ARO feature will take the mud out of the listening experience ; Heavy

Power switch located under grille ; Automatic Room Correction (ARO) can be finicky to set ; Gloss finish is easily smudged, requires frequent cleaning in the presence of little fingers ; Heavy

Mar, 2007

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Expert review by : Colin Miller (hometheaterhifi.com)

JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer

"Seriously, thanks. I haven't had anything this refreshing from audio equipment since a long, long time. This is the kind of $#^+ that makes me want to believe again. As sincerely as a junkie can get."

So, that’s pretty much it for my observations. How can I summarize best? The JL Audio Fathom f112 subwoofers are awesome, and severely well-rounded. They are my favorites to date, period. Perhaps I should just conclude with my initial reactions,...

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by : Jerry Del Colliano (hometheaterreview.com)

JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer Reviewed

The driver on the JL Audio Fathom f112 is a "modern marvel." Our reviewer found that it has "astonishing three-inch excursion and can rock you to your soul." It may cost a few dollars more, but "it is also fast, deep and has the spank to get you as low...

Power, power and more power is this subwoofer's calling card. The JL Audio Fathom f112 goes low and loud ; The build quality is impressive, which will come as a surprise for somewho think a JL home theater subwoofer is nothing more than some...

Be careful where you place the woofer as, at 115 pounds, you can do damage to floors and/or furniture, to say nothing of seriously pissing off the neighbors if you live with any shared walls ; Other high-end woofer manufacturers offer more finish...

This subwoofer is a total monster. Powerful and able to move some serious air, the JL Audio Fathom f112 at its price is a killer. Yes, it's an expensive woofer, but it also is fast, deep and has the spank to get you as low (and as loud) as you ever...

Oct, 2008

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Expert review by : Chris Martens (avguide.com)

JL Audio Fathom f112 and f113 Powered Subwoofers

Until recently, JL Audio was known primarily as a builder of ultra-robust, high-end car-fi components and for this reason I was at first skeptical when I learned the firm planned to enter the home audio marketplace with a series of high-performance...

Aug, 2008

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JL Audio Fathom f112

The bottom line is that JL Audio's Fathom f112 offers benchmark performance in terms of bass extension, power, transient speed, and clarity. It is beautifully made, easy to use, and gives surefire results on music and movies.

Feb, 2007

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Expert review by : Daniel Kumin (soundandvision.com)

JL Audio Fathom f112 Subwoofer

Widely respected in high-end mobile sound, JL Audio has only recently navigated into home theater waters. Domestic notoriety may come quickly, however. The new JL Audio Fathom f112 subwoofer has a high-tech 12-inch driver rated at more than 3 inches...

Nov, 2006

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