JL Audio Gotham Reference Subwoofer in Original Crate (A)

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This made-in-the-USA 360 lbs. subwoofer from JL Audio has a built-in amplifier capable of 3,800 peak watts in bursts. Not a typo.

Their owner’s manual actually has a note that if you should receive neighbors knocking at your door, to please invite them in and offer them a beverage.

$12,000 Original MSRP.

We have two of these available to run in a Master/Slave configuration as designed by JL Audio for MAXIMUM BASS...

Please see the photos for everything that is including in this listing above the original box and packaging materials.

From an review written by Andrew Robinson at hometheaterreview.com:

"In terms of reference-grade, or should I say weapons-grade, subwoofers, the Gotham by JL Audio knows few equals. Sure it’s a bit pricey at $12,000, but your dollar is buying you more than just quality. It’s also buying also you peace of mind that you’ll own one of the very best subwoofers in the market today. With a feature set that rivals those of most AV preamps, the Gotham is a no-holds-barred assault on your senses. It’s part jackhammer, part scalpel, for no matter what source material you throw at it, you won’t faze it. It is exceedingly musical when called for, but can also throw down with subs costing much, much more. It is a reference-grade subwoofer by which others should be judged. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up."

Click here for a PDF copy of the JL Audio Gotham Reference Subwoofer Owner’s Manual

Specifications - g213 Gotham Home Subwoofer:

Enclosure Type:
Sealed, with non-parallel walls

Driver:
Twin 13.5-inch (nominal diameter)

Frequency Response:
19-200 Hz (±3dB)

Effective Piston Area:
214.70 (0.1386 sq. m)

Effective Displacement:
773 cu. in. (12.7 liters)

Amplifier Power:
3800 watts RMS short-term

Dimensions (H x W x D):
34.13 in x 21.50 in. x 24.00 in.
867 mm x 546 mm x 610 mm

Net Weight:
360 lbs. (163 kg)

Cabinet Finish:
High-Gloss Black

FEATURES
Unbalanced Inputs:
Stereo or Mono (two RCA jacks)

Balanced Inputs:
Stereo or Mono (two female XLR jacks)

Output To Slave:
Balanced (one male XLR jack)

Input Modes:
Master or Slave

Level Modes:
Reference (fixed gain) or Variable from full mute to +15dB over reference gain

Power Modes:
Off, On or Automatic Signal-Sensing

Light Modes:
Off, On or Dim

Low Pass Filter Mode:
Off, 12 dB per octave or 24 dB per octave

Low Pass Filter Cutoff Frequency:
Variable from 30 Hz – 130 Hz

Polarity:
0 or 180 degrees

Phase:
Variable from 0 – 280 degrees

E.L.F. Trim:
Variable from –12 dB to +3 dB at 20 Hz

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PURCHASING FROM SKYFI:

This item will be professionally packaged and insured for safe transit to your home unless you opt for local pickup from our shop. Please note that all local pickup items are only wrapped with industrial strength clear cling stretch wrap if the original manufacturer packaging is unavailable.

Local pickup is available in Glen Rock, NJ, just a half hour drive from Midtown Manhattan, with convenient parking near our building.

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If we don’t have the original manufacture’s packaging, we use heavy duty double-ply corrugated boxes with custom made to your item Instapak expanding foam custom inserts. In many cases this has proven to be better than the original packaging! We also use high quality fiber reinforced tape to seal our packages. Lightweight items will be bubble wrapped and shipped in a high-quality box. 

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NJ Residents or anyone picking up without a resale certificate will need to pay NJ Sales Tax.

Thanks for looking and be sure to call us at 201-879-0000 with any questions. 

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WHO WE ARE:

SkyFi Audio is a small startup business specializing in the purchase, reconditioning, and reselling of select high-end audio equipment. We only buy equipment the we admire and are passionate about. No mid-fi, no gimmicks, no junk.

Each piece of equipment is cosmetically restored and fully tested in our well-equipped lab by an engineer with 30+ years of experience in the HiFi world. If it does not meet or exceed the original manufactures specifications, it will not be sold. We are very selective about the equipment we purchase, focusing on mostly analog, high-build quality, American, and European built units.

Through our sister company which is an authorized dealer for McIntosh, Audio Research, Sonus Faber, ClearAudio, Pro-Ject Audio Systems, and Sony ES, we have access to OEM parts, service, and support. If you’re local and looking for new equipment from the above-mentioned manufacturers, please drop us a line as we can arrange both sales and professional installation in the tri-state area.

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PAYMENTS:

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TRADE IN POLICY:

We accept trade-ins of equal or lesser value under certain conditions. Simply click here to submit your gear for full consideration. We will only consider high-end equipment from mainstream manufacturers such as McIntosh, Mark Levinson, Audio Research, Krell, etc. and will typically pass on displays, projectors, receivers, dated surround processors, and mid-fi equipment of any type. We will offer a fair value for your equipment, but keep in mind we’re running a business and will need to be able to resell the equipment at a profit after investing a great deal of time and resources in testing, certifying, repairing, cleaning, and packaging the incoming equipment. If you’re looking for top dollar, we suggest selling direct on your own.

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SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT:                                                                                                     

We are currently operating from our shop inside our dedicated building in Glen Rock, NJ. You’re welcome to make an appointment if there’s a piece of equipment you’d like to see in operation before or after purchase. We have several well-equipped and dedicated listening areas, plus a dedicated listening studio with tons of equipment of all makes and models. We’re not a store, so please don’t make an appointment if you’re just curious as to how a speaker or piece of equipment sounds. In essence - no tire kickers please.

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