Triple-Driver Bass Authority in a 15-Inch Cube - MartinLogan Abyss 10

When Electrostatic Legends Engineer a Subwoofer

• Brand/Model/Finish: MartinLogan Abyss 10 Powered Subwoofer - Gloss Black
• Condition: Open-Box, Like-New Retail: $1,899.99
• Driver System: Triple 10" Hybrid Woofer -- one active driver plus dual passive radiators
• Amplification: Magnitude MT-1.6kW Class-D (800W RMS / 1,600W peak)
• Frequency Response: 22Hz - 120Hz (±3dB)
• DSP: Vojtko engine with 500MHz processor and 64-bit processing
• Room Correction: Anthem ARC Genesis compatible
• Connectivity: RCA stereo, RCA LFE, XLR LFE, speaker-level inputs, wireless transmitter included
• Dimensions: 15.4" x 15" x 15" / Weight: 55.6 lbs
• What's Included: Subwoofer, wireless transmitter, magnetic grilles, anti-vibration feet, carpet spikes, documentation, original packaging
• Warranty: Full manufacturer's warranty

MartinLogan - From Electrostatic Pioneers to Bass Authority

Since 1983, MartinLogan has built its reputation on the impossibly fast, detailed sound of electrostatic panels. That same engineering obsession now drives their subwoofer development in Lawrence, Kansas. The original Abyss launched in 2006 and revolutionized what audiophiles expected from compact bass.

Nearly two decades later, the 2024 Abyss 10 returns with Klippel-analyzed drivers, advanced DSP, and power reserves that embarrass subwoofers twice its size.

The Hybrid System That Defies Physics

Most subwoofers force a choice: sealed designs offer tight, controlled bass in compact enclosures while ported designs deliver deeper extension but require larger cabinets and suffer port noise. MartinLogan's Hybrid Woofer System transcends this compromise entirely.

One active 10" aluminum driver works with two 10" aluminum passive radiators, delivering ported output with sealed transient speed. The passive radiators provide twice the radiating surface area of the active driver -- the mathematically optimal ratio for this topology.

Power and Control That Matches the Innovation

• Magnitude MT-1.6kW Amplifier: 800 watts RMS with 1,600-watt peaks deliver effortless headroom for the most demanding soundtracks
• Vojtko DSP Engine: Named after MartinLogan's Chief Audio Technologist, this 500MHz/64-bit processor controls every aspect of performance in real-time
• Anthem ARC Genesis: Award-winning room correction measures your space and applies custom EQ for maximum impact and accuracy
• Klippel-Analyzed Drivers: Advanced laser measurement ensures each aluminum cone performs at the theoretical optimum
• Anti-Vibration Feet: Integrated isolation reduces floor and wall transfer for tighter bass and happier neighbors

What the Reviewers Discovered

Audioholics confirmed: "The MartinLogan Abyss 10 delivers powerful, nuanced bass that brings pipe organ music to life -- impressive output from such a modestly sized subwoofer."

AVS Forum declared: "The Abyss 10 proves that a compact subwoofer can still deliver deep, powerful bass without overwhelming your space. MartinLogan has struck a balance between performance and design."

Connectivity That Handles Any System

The included wireless transmitter eliminates cable runs -- place the Abyss 10 wherever your room acoustics demand rather than where your cables reach. When wired connection is preferred, choose from RCA stereo, RCA and balanced XLR LFE, or speaker-level inputs for systems without subwoofer outputs.

The MartinLogan Subwoofer Control app provides complete adjustment from your listening position: volume, crossover frequency, phase, polarity, listening modes, and room correction -- all via Bluetooth without leaving your seat.

Perfect Bass in Minutes, Not Hours

Dialing in a subwoofer traditionally requires test tones, SPL meters, and endless trips between listening position and back panel. The Abyss 10 eliminates that frustration. Run Anthem ARC Genesis and let the software measure your room, identify problems, and apply corrections automatically -- no expertise required.

Prefer manual control? The app puts every parameter at your fingertips from your listening chair. Adjust crossover in 1Hz increments, sweep phase from 0-180°, and tweak the 20-30Hz region independently. Three preset modes (Movie, Music, Night) optimize instantly for different content.

Open-Box Guarantee: Inspected, Never Felt a Beat

This unit is absolutely pristine -- inspected for quality assurance but never installed, never powered a single bass note. The gloss black finish shows zero handling marks, all three drivers remain factory-fresh, and every accessory sits untouched in the packaging. Full manufacturer's warranty included.

Experience what happens when electrostatic engineers apply their precision obsession to low frequencies -- at significant savings versus retail.

Why the Abyss 10 Commands This Price Point

Subwoofers claiming similar output typically occupy twice the floor space. Compact designs matching the Abyss 10's footprint rarely reach below 30Hz with authority. The combination of triple-driver hybrid topology, 1,600-watt peak amplification, Anthem room correction, and wireless flexibility creates a subwoofer that belongs in far more expensive systems.

The 1" thick MDF cabinet with center brace and reinforced baffles ensures that power reaches your room, not the enclosure walls.

Bass this deep from a cabinet this compact won't last at open-box pricing -- add to cart now.