REL Acoustics is a premier manufacturer of high-end subwoofers, recognized for delivering deep, accurate bass and enhancing audio experiences. Founded in the UK, the brand is known for its focus on quality and innovation in subwoofer design.
REL’s subwoofers are engineered for both home theater and hi-fi systems, offering seamless integration with existing setups.
Praised for their precision, craftsmanship, and powerful performance, REL Acoustics continues to be a favorite among audiophiles and enthusiasts worldwide.
REL Acoustics
REL: Redefining Subwoofer Performance with British Engineering
Origins: A Legacy of Innovation
REL, founded in 1990 by Richard Edmund Lord in Bridgend, Wales, has been at the forefront of subwoofer technology, redefining low-frequency performance with its innovative designs and British engineering excellence. With a commitment to precision engineering and uncompromising sound quality, REL has earned a reputation for delivering subwoofers that elevate the listening experience to new heights.
T Series: Compact Powerhouses
REL's T Series subwoofers are compact powerhouses designed to deliver deep, articulate bass in a sleek and stylish package. With advanced driver technology and class-leading amplification, T Series subwoofers provide an immersive listening experience that belies their small size. Whether you're watching movies or listening to music, T Series subwoofers add depth and impact to your favorite content without overpowering the room.
S Series: Flagship Performance
REL's S Series subwoofers represent the pinnacle of the company's engineering prowess, delivering flagship performance in a stunningly elegant package. With state-of-the-art drivers, sophisticated amplification, and advanced tuning capabilities, S Series subwoofers set a new standard for low-frequency reproduction, providing deep, powerful bass that fills the room with breathtaking realism. Whether you're a dedicated audiophile or a home theater enthusiast, S Series subwoofers deliver an unparalleled listening experience that will leave you speechless.
High-Level Input: Seamless Integration
REL subwoofers feature high-level inputs that allow them to seamlessly integrate with your existing audio system, ensuring a cohesive and natural soundstage. By connecting directly to your amplifier's speaker terminals, REL subwoofers extract the full range of signals from your main speakers, resulting in a seamless blend of bass that enhances the overall listening experience without drawing attention to itself. With high-level inputs, REL subwoofers deliver bass that is not only deep and powerful but also beautifully integrated and musical.
REL Subwoofer Array: Unmatched Performance
For the ultimate in bass performance, REL offers the Subwoofer Array—a system of multiple subwoofers configured to work together seamlessly to fill the room with deep, articulate bass. By strategically placing multiple subwoofers throughout the listening space, the Subwoofer Array eliminates room modes and standing waves, resulting in bass that is smooth, even, and incredibly lifelike. Whether you're building a dedicated home theater or a high-end two-channel system, the REL Subwoofer Array delivers unmatched performance that will transport you to the heart of the music or movie.
Experience REL at HeyNow Hi-Fi:
Why choose REL at HeyNow Hi-Fi?
British Engineering Excellence: REL subwoofers are engineered to the highest standards of quality and performance, ensuring an immersive listening experience that will leave you speechless.
Compact Powerhouses: Whether you choose the T Series or the S Series, REL subwoofers deliver deep, articulate bass in a sleek and stylish package that complements any decor.
Seamless Integration: With high-level inputs and advanced tuning capabilities, REL subwoofers seamlessly integrate with your existing audio system, ensuring a cohesive and natural soundstage that enhances the overall listening experience.
Discover the power and precision of REL at HeyNow Hi-Fi. Explore our range of REL subwoofers and elevate your listening experience today.
Awards
Reviews
"The HT/1003 MKII isn't a heavyweight sub, all blunt-force trauma and no finesse; instead it's a middleweight with nimble feet and powerful jabs. That's not to saw it can't throw the occasional haymaker, but expectations need to be managed."
-Home Cinema Choice
"This makes it a great first subwoofer, particularly if you have a small listening space and/or bookshelf speakers."
-Stereonet
"Overall, the REL T/Zero MK iii can be firmly recommended for use with smaller speakers that need a subtle but not overwhelming bass boost."
-Hifi+
"This is The Little Sub That Could. The REL T-Zero isn’t meant to be compared to the big guns, but in a way the small-cones make them extremely fast, and that is a perfect foil for high performance audio systems.”
-Everyday Aiudiophile
"Although the HT/1003 is a departure from purist REL philosophy, the result is an outstanding-value home cinema subwoofer. For AVR owners after a compact, affordable bass box that delivers movie mayhem in spades, look no further. If your budget runs higher, a pair of HT/1003s could be a consideration. And for soundbar users looking for a sonic upgrade, you won't get more bang per buck than this."
-AV Forums
"REL knows how to make a subwoofer, which explains how they have managed to get so much power out of something so small. However, the HT/1003 isn't just powerful, it is also controlled, fast and responsive, making it ideal for watching movies."
-AV Forums
"When something is good it's easy to describe in my opinion. So, I don't care what descriptor you want to use for sound quality, you can talk about integration, speed, articulation, bass note distinction, textures and so on. This thing is great, it's phenomenal. One of the best/"
-Nemo Propaganda
"What the new REL /x subwoofers bring to your system, in addition to more bass output, is a higher level of definition in the lower frequencies, as well as more presence in the entire frequency spectrum...The best way to really experience what any REL subwoofer can do is to shut it off. The 30 seconds you hear your system with it disabled will convince you. That’s truly all it takes."
-Tone Audio
"The low-frequency delivery is superb, thanks to a fast and responsive performance created by the sealed cabinet. The 12-inch driver and 500W of Class D amplification go deep, but there's still plenty of control. As a result, the bass remains tight rather than boomy, allowing this sub to create a big and bold performance that has both power and agility."
-AV Forums
"There should be no doubt that the HT/1205 is a bass-making bargain, and it offers a notable upgrade over the smaller HT/1003 for just £200 more – that model doesn’t go as deep or loud, but is a little easier to integrate into a more compact movie room. And, anyway, this is home cinema and we like it big, bold, loud and not too expensive. REL's HT/1205 fits that billing nicely."
-Home Cinema Choice
“The speed of the Serie T/7x is its outstanding feature. Few do bass depth and bass speed like this subwoofer at anything like the same price, and for that alone it deserves very high praise because that means the REL sub can keep up with fast musical transients played through equally fast and reactive loudspeakers.”
-HiFi+
"It’s so much more than just a rose-tinted view of the past; it honours what made REL the company it is today. And finally, for classic speaker lovers, you can do no wrong with the Classic 98."
-HiFi+
"It's a mix of vintage and a mix of modern, and that creates a beautiful looking sub with a beautiful sound, and one that is really easy to set up."
-Steve Huff Photo
“I was amazed at the T/9x’s ability to energise the room without sounding woolly or frayed. It also managed to deliver powerful bass while retaining REL’s trademark speed and flair. This is a remarkable achievement in terms of redesigning and reengineering an existing product, and one that’s sure to please existing fans of the brand. It should also make it plenty of new ones.”
-Home Cinema Choice
“Textures, layers and fast attacking response were some of the best I’ve heard in my home. They can be aggressive for Rock music or nuanced during live performances, and this all applies to home theater as well.”
-Spare Change
"With the S/510 I found a few more quieter spaces in the music as if it was truer to the acoustic space and more refined in how it allowed the synergy of itself and the main speakers to behave in a more three-dimensional manner, dealing with layers more intelligently."
-HiFi+
“The S/510 digs deep and has the power and speed to delight with up tempo tracks and a subtlety that heightens engagement when the music demands. It’s inclusion adds scale and makes listening fun, which is really what it’s all about after all”
-HiFi Choice
“The S/510 digs deep and has the power and speed to delight with up tempo tracks and a subtlety that heightens engagement when the music demands. It’s inclusion adds scale and makes listening fun, which is really what it’s all about after all”
-Tone Audio
"What really impressed me isn’t just the power and depth of the bass, but also its nimbleness. The S/812 can deliver the kind of fast and precise low-end that not only suits music replay, but also picks out key low frequency effects in the best movie soundtracks."
-The Absolute Sound
"This REL's performance is surprisingly nuanced – yet there is no lack of clout. Massive explosions: check. Stomach churning LFE: check. Nosebleed-inducing deep notes so far above 100dB volume they will rip the mic out of your iPhone trying to measure it: check."
-Home Cinema Choice
REL Acoustics
REL: Redefining Subwoofer Performance with British Engineering
Origins: A Legacy of Innovation
REL, founded in 1990 by Richard Edmund Lord in Bridgend, Wales, has been at the forefront of subwoofer technology, redefining low-frequency performance with its innovative designs and British engineering excellence. With a commitment to precision engineering and uncompromising sound quality, REL has earned a reputation for delivering subwoofers that elevate the listening experience to new heights.
T Series: Compact Powerhouses
REL's T Series subwoofers are compact powerhouses designed to deliver deep, articulate bass in a sleek and stylish package. With advanced driver technology and class-leading amplification, T Series subwoofers provide an immersive listening experience that belies their small size. Whether you're watching movies or listening to music, T Series subwoofers add depth and impact to your favorite content without overpowering the room.
S Series: Flagship Performance
REL's S Series subwoofers represent the pinnacle of the company's engineering prowess, delivering flagship performance in a stunningly elegant package. With state-of-the-art drivers, sophisticated amplification, and advanced tuning capabilities, S Series subwoofers set a new standard for low-frequency reproduction, providing deep, powerful bass that fills the room with breathtaking realism. Whether you're a dedicated audiophile or a home theater enthusiast, S Series subwoofers deliver an unparalleled listening experience that will leave you speechless.
High-Level Input: Seamless Integration
REL subwoofers feature high-level inputs that allow them to seamlessly integrate with your existing audio system, ensuring a cohesive and natural soundstage. By connecting directly to your amplifier's speaker terminals, REL subwoofers extract the full range of signals from your main speakers, resulting in a seamless blend of bass that enhances the overall listening experience without drawing attention to itself. With high-level inputs, REL subwoofers deliver bass that is not only deep and powerful but also beautifully integrated and musical.
REL Subwoofer Array: Unmatched Performance
For the ultimate in bass performance, REL offers the Subwoofer Array—a system of multiple subwoofers configured to work together seamlessly to fill the room with deep, articulate bass. By strategically placing multiple subwoofers throughout the listening space, the Subwoofer Array eliminates room modes and standing waves, resulting in bass that is smooth, even, and incredibly lifelike. Whether you're building a dedicated home theater or a high-end two-channel system, the REL Subwoofer Array delivers unmatched performance that will transport you to the heart of the music or movie.
Experience REL at HeyNow Hi-Fi:
Why choose REL at HeyNow Hi-Fi?
British Engineering Excellence: REL subwoofers are engineered to the highest standards of quality and performance, ensuring an immersive listening experience that will leave you speechless.
Compact Powerhouses: Whether you choose the T Series or the S Series, REL subwoofers deliver deep, articulate bass in a sleek and stylish package that complements any decor.
Seamless Integration: With high-level inputs and advanced tuning capabilities, REL subwoofers seamlessly integrate with your existing audio system, ensuring a cohesive and natural soundstage that enhances the overall listening experience.
Discover the power and precision of REL at HeyNow Hi-Fi. Explore our range of REL subwoofers and elevate your listening experience today.
Awards
Reviews
"The HT/1003 MKII isn't a heavyweight sub, all blunt-force trauma and no finesse; instead it's a middleweight with nimble feet and powerful jabs. That's not to saw it can't throw the occasional haymaker, but expectations need to be managed."
-Home Cinema Choice
"This makes it a great first subwoofer, particularly if you have a small listening space and/or bookshelf speakers."
-Stereonet
"Overall, the REL T/Zero MK iii can be firmly recommended for use with smaller speakers that need a subtle but not overwhelming bass boost."
-Hifi+
"This is The Little Sub That Could. The REL T-Zero isn’t meant to be compared to the big guns, but in a way the small-cones make them extremely fast, and that is a perfect foil for high performance audio systems.”
-Everyday Aiudiophile
"Although the HT/1003 is a departure from purist REL philosophy, the result is an outstanding-value home cinema subwoofer. For AVR owners after a compact, affordable bass box that delivers movie mayhem in spades, look no further. If your budget runs higher, a pair of HT/1003s could be a consideration. And for soundbar users looking for a sonic upgrade, you won't get more bang per buck than this."
-AV Forums
"REL knows how to make a subwoofer, which explains how they have managed to get so much power out of something so small. However, the HT/1003 isn't just powerful, it is also controlled, fast and responsive, making it ideal for watching movies."
-AV Forums
"When something is good it's easy to describe in my opinion. So, I don't care what descriptor you want to use for sound quality, you can talk about integration, speed, articulation, bass note distinction, textures and so on. This thing is great, it's phenomenal. One of the best/"
-Nemo Propaganda
"What the new REL /x subwoofers bring to your system, in addition to more bass output, is a higher level of definition in the lower frequencies, as well as more presence in the entire frequency spectrum...The best way to really experience what any REL subwoofer can do is to shut it off. The 30 seconds you hear your system with it disabled will convince you. That’s truly all it takes."
-Tone Audio
"The low-frequency delivery is superb, thanks to a fast and responsive performance created by the sealed cabinet. The 12-inch driver and 500W of Class D amplification go deep, but there's still plenty of control. As a result, the bass remains tight rather than boomy, allowing this sub to create a big and bold performance that has both power and agility."
-AV Forums
"There should be no doubt that the HT/1205 is a bass-making bargain, and it offers a notable upgrade over the smaller HT/1003 for just £200 more – that model doesn’t go as deep or loud, but is a little easier to integrate into a more compact movie room. And, anyway, this is home cinema and we like it big, bold, loud and not too expensive. REL's HT/1205 fits that billing nicely."
-Home Cinema Choice
“The speed of the Serie T/7x is its outstanding feature. Few do bass depth and bass speed like this subwoofer at anything like the same price, and for that alone it deserves very high praise because that means the REL sub can keep up with fast musical transients played through equally fast and reactive loudspeakers.”
-HiFi+
"It’s so much more than just a rose-tinted view of the past; it honours what made REL the company it is today. And finally, for classic speaker lovers, you can do no wrong with the Classic 98."
-HiFi+
"It's a mix of vintage and a mix of modern, and that creates a beautiful looking sub with a beautiful sound, and one that is really easy to set up."
-Steve Huff Photo
“I was amazed at the T/9x’s ability to energise the room without sounding woolly or frayed. It also managed to deliver powerful bass while retaining REL’s trademark speed and flair. This is a remarkable achievement in terms of redesigning and reengineering an existing product, and one that’s sure to please existing fans of the brand. It should also make it plenty of new ones.”
-Home Cinema Choice
“Textures, layers and fast attacking response were some of the best I’ve heard in my home. They can be aggressive for Rock music or nuanced during live performances, and this all applies to home theater as well.”
-Spare Change
"With the S/510 I found a few more quieter spaces in the music as if it was truer to the acoustic space and more refined in how it allowed the synergy of itself and the main speakers to behave in a more three-dimensional manner, dealing with layers more intelligently."
-HiFi+
“The S/510 digs deep and has the power and speed to delight with up tempo tracks and a subtlety that heightens engagement when the music demands. It’s inclusion adds scale and makes listening fun, which is really what it’s all about after all”
-HiFi Choice
“The S/510 digs deep and has the power and speed to delight with up tempo tracks and a subtlety that heightens engagement when the music demands. It’s inclusion adds scale and makes listening fun, which is really what it’s all about after all”
-Tone Audio
"What really impressed me isn’t just the power and depth of the bass, but also its nimbleness. The S/812 can deliver the kind of fast and precise low-end that not only suits music replay, but also picks out key low frequency effects in the best movie soundtracks."
-The Absolute Sound
"This REL's performance is surprisingly nuanced – yet there is no lack of clout. Massive explosions: check. Stomach churning LFE: check. Nosebleed-inducing deep notes so far above 100dB volume they will rip the mic out of your iPhone trying to measure it: check."
-Home Cinema Choice
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