MartinLogan Balanced Force 210
Best premium bass enhancement for discerning audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.
This subwoofer is built to deliver powerful, clean bass that integrates flawlessly with high-end speakers, even electrostatics. Its unique opposing woofer design cancels cabinet vibrations, ensuring pure low-frequency output. With a potent amplifier and flexible connectivity, it's a sophisticated solution for enhancing both music and home theater systems.
$3499.99
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking precise, impactful low-frequency reproduction for music.
- Home theater enthusiasts and music lovers with spacious listening environments.
- Discerning buyers valuing both top-tier acoustic performance and elegant design.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious consumers or those new to high-end audio equipment.
- Apartment dwellers or listeners with limited room for audio equipment.
- Casual users preferring simple plug-and-play operation without intricate adjustments.
Performance breakdown
Bass Precision
Force-canceling drivers eliminate cabinet resonance for exceptionally tight, blur-free low frequencies.
Power Output
The 850-watt amplifier delivers massive headroom for demanding home theater dynamics.
System Integration
Versatile connectivity and optional room correction ensure seamless blending with any speakers.
Build Integrity
Heavyweight construction and non-resonant chamber design prioritize structural stability and acoustic purity.
Low-End Extension
Solid 20Hz response provides deep, authoritative rumble for immersive cinematic experiences.
Control Sophistication
DSP-based tuning offers precise command over crossover and room-specific acoustic adjustments.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
20–120 Hz ±3dB
Impedance
RCA: 10,000 Ohms, XLR: 15,000 Ohms per phase, Speaker Level: 10,000 Ohms per phase (20,000 Ohms red to black)
Low Frequency Transducer
Two 10" (25.4cm) cast-basket, high-excursion, aluminum cone with extended throw driver assembly, sealed non-resonant asymmetrical chamber format
Amplifier
850 watts (1,700 watts peak)
Room Correction (Bass Section)
Perfect Bass Kit (PBK) Ready (Sold Separately)
Audio Controls
On, Auto (12V Trigger), Off
Low Pass Filter Frequency
30 - 80Hz
Inputs
RCA: Left, Right and LFE. XLR: Left, Right and LFE. Speaker Level: Left and Right banana jacks. 12V Trigger: 3.5mm. Mini USB (for PBK). USB (for crossover & firmware updates)
Power Draw
Typical: 125 Watts, Idle: 15 Watts
Weight
96 lbs. (43.5 kg)
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