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Martin Logan BalanceForce 210 vs JL audio E112

I'm looking to see if I change my BalanceForce 210 for a JL audio 112. It will be mostly use for movies, I don't really watch movies at loud volumes but I really do like the low tight frequencies and be able pressurize my listening area. I live in an apartment so I don't have much space. Any of you have the opportunity to listen to this two brands?  
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fiesta75
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Yes, JL audio is much better. Since you're in an apartment, your neighbors will want to choke you. You'll need to spend a lot on isolation platforms to avoid eviction. If you put 2 sets of 4 Nobsound springs, it might support the sub sufficiently. Isolation will clear up the upper bass and midrange for sure thus more detail.
fiesta75
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I have some JL e110's and have heard both. The e112 has an even higher output and I'm using with some vintage JBL which are loud. The e110 has about the same output as my older Sunfire 12" which I also love. ML didn't have the ultra deep base to 16 Hz. like the other two. What is your ML mated with?
fiesta75
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Well, maybe. My Sunfire 12" is rated down to 16Hz. at 116dB in a room. To me, the e110's go lower than the Sunfire. Since you have ML's, maybe you want to stay with ML subs to match. The PBK sounds like the first logical step.
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