In this review, we will be comparing ForceField 30 and Muro SUB2010, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from GoldenEar and ELAC. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of GoldenEar ForceField 30 and ELAC Muro SUB2010 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the GoldenEar ForceField 30 and ELAC Muro SUB2010 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these subwoofers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.GoldenEar ForceField 30and ELAC Muro SUB2010 have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 8" drivers.
Frequency Response
ForceField 30 has a frequency range of 18-250 Hz whereas Muro SUB2010 has a frequency range of 38-150 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 18Hz, the ForceField 30 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Muro SUB2010's min frequency of 38Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
The GoldenEar ForceField 30 has a Passive Radiator type cabinet. Passive Radiator type subwoofers sports a non-powered cone that moves in response to the main woofer to move air out in order to generate stronger bass in a smaller body compared to ported or sealed designs. On the other hand the ELAC Muro SUB2010 have Bass Reflex type enclosure. Bass Reflex type subwoofers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare GoldenEar ForceField 30's and ELAC Muro SUB2010's external dimensions. GoldenEar ForceField 30 has external dimensions of 324.0 x 291.0 x 421.0mm ( 12-3/4inch x 11-7/16inch x 16-9/16inch ) whereas ELAC Muro SUB2010 has external dimensions of 388.0 x 135.0 x 405.0mm ( 15-1/4 x 5-5/16 x 15-15/16inch) .
ELAC Muro SUB2010 is 156mm narrower and 16mm less deeper than GoldenEar ForceField 30 but it is also 64mm taller.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the GoldenEar ForceField 30 is approximately 1225.1cm2 / 189.9inch2 and base area of the ELAC Muro SUB2010 is approximately 546.8cm2 / 84.8inch2. The ForceField 30 requires 124% more surface area than the Muro SUB2010 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The GoldenEar ForceField 30 weighs 14.32kg / 31.5lbs and the ELAC Muro SUB2010 weighs 7.82kg / 17.2lbs. This makes the ForceField 30 83% heavier than the Muro SUB2010.
Here is a comparison of how ForceField 30 and Muro SUB2010's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of GoldenEar ForceField 30?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of ForceField 30:
Powered subwoofer10-feet AC power cordQuick Start GuideOwners Manual
What's in the Box of ELAC Muro SUB2010?
Here are the items that come with the Muro SUB2010:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cord4 Cone feet2 Brackets2 Machine screws2 Wood screws2 Washers2 Wall anchorsOperating Instructions
 Low Frequency Response |
18 Hz
vs
38 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
250k Hz
vs
150k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
324mm
vs
388mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Base Surface Area |
546cm2 (135x405mm)
vs
1225cm2 (291x421mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
770USD
vs
899USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Wireless Operation |
Optional
vs
No
|
Connect your subwoofer to your system wireless |
| General |
GoldenEar ForceField 30 |
ELAC Muro SUB2010 |
| Brand |
GoldenEar |
ELAC |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
1000 watts |
125 watts |
| Frequency Response |
18-250 Hz |
38-150 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
1000-watt RMS |
125-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
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| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Polypropylene |
Polypropylene |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front and bottom |
side or bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
324.0mm (12.8") |
388.0mm (15.3") |
| Width |
291.0mm (11.5") |
135.0mm (5.3") |
| Depth |
421.0mm (16.6") |
405.0mm (15.9") |
| Weight |
14.32kg (31.5lbs) |
7.82kg (17.2lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Passive Radiator |
Bass Reflex |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
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| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
1 Year |