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MartinLogan Dynamo 12 vs MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X Comparison
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MartinLogan Dynamo 12

Powered Subwoofer | 22-200 Hz

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MartinLogan 1600X

Powered Subwoofer | 20-200 Hz

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MartinLogan Dynamo 12 vs MartinLogan 1600X Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Dynamo 12 and Dynamo 1600X, two Powered Subwoofer speakers by MartinLogan. 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 MartinLogan Dynamo 12 and MartinLogan 1600X first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MartinLogan Dynamo 12 Key Specs

  • 12" Woofer
  • 22-200 Hz Frequency Response
  • Weight:kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): " x 15-3/4" x 17-15/16"

MartinLogan 1600X Key Specs

  • 15" Polypropylene Woofer
  • 20-200 Hz Frequency Response
  • 900 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • App Control Feature
  • Weight:25.91kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 510.0" x 17-15/16" x 18-1/2"( 510.0 x 456.0 x 470.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the MartinLogan Dynamo 12 and MartinLogan 1600X 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.Both MartinLogan Dynamo 12and MartinLogan 1600X have a single woofer setup however the MartinLogan Dynamo 12's woofer is 12-inch whereas the MartinLogan 1600X features a 15-inch woofer.

Frequency Response

Dynamo 12 has a frequency range of 22-200 Hz whereas Dynamo 1600X has a frequency range of 20-200 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 20Hz, the Dynamo 1600X can go slightly deeper then the Dynamo 12's min frequency of 22Hz.

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.

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MartinLogan Dynamo 12
MartinLogan 1600X
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High Frequency

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MartinLogan Dynamo 12
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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 MartinLogan Dynamo 12's and MartinLogan 1600X's external dimensions. MartinLogan Dynamo 12 has external dimensions of ( ) whereas MartinLogan 1600X has external dimensions of 510.0 x 456.0 x 470.0mm ( 20-1/16 x 17-15/16 x 18-1/2inch) .

MartinLogan 1600X is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 456mm wider, 510mm taller and 470mm deeper than MartinLogan Dynamo 12.


Reasons to choose MartinLogan Dynamo 12 over MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X
Height 0mm vs 510mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 0cm2 vs 2143cm2 Takes less floor space
Price per pair* 1600USD vs 2000USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Reasons to choose MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X over MartinLogan Dynamo 12
Woofer Size 15 inches vs 12 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 20 Hz vs 22 Hz Generates deeper bass
App-Based Control iOS,Android vs None Control the speaker via an app
MartinLogan Dynamo 12 vs MartinLogan 1600X Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General MartinLogan Dynamo 12 MartinLogan Dynamo 1600X
Brand MartinLogan MartinLogan
Speaker Type Powered Subwoofer Powered Subwoofer
Frequency Response 22-200 Hz 20-200 Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) n/a 900-watt RMS
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1 1
Woofer Size 12" 15"
Woofer Composition Polypropylene
Tweeter Size - -
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Firing Direction n/a bottom
Physical Specs
Height mm (0") 510.0mm (20.1")
Width mm (0") 456.0mm (18")
Depth mm (0") 470.0mm (18.5")
Weight n/a 25.91kg (57lbs)
Enclosure Acoustic Suspension
Available Colors n/a Satin Black
Grille n/a Yes
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Other
Parts Warranty 3 Years w/ registration 3 Yrs w/ Registration
Labor Warranty 3 Years w/ registration 3 Yrs w/ Registration

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