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The founding of REL Acoustics

Founded in 1990 by Richard Edward Lord, REL Acoustics is a British company specialising in the manufacture of high quality subwoofers. The creation of REL Acoustics is based on Richard's passion for sound and his many years of experience in the audio industry.

background and motivation

Before founding REL, Lord worked in various areas of loudspeaker development and had access to technologies and design principles that he wanted to implement in his own company. He realized that many subwoofers on the market did not offer the precision and musicality he was looking for. This led him to the goal of developing a product that could not only reproduce low frequencies, but also musical detail and clarity

Objectives and Philosophy of REL Acoustics

REL Acoustics began producing subwoofers specifically designed for high-end audio systems. The goal was to create subwoofers that not only extended the bass range, but could enhance the overall sound experience without compromising the rest of the sound image. This led to the development of subwoofers characterized by exceptional quality and precise control.

Technology and Innovation

A distinctive feature of REL Acoustics is the use of powerful amplifiers and innovative technologies that enable exceptional deep bass reproduction. At the same time, REL attaches great importance to ensuring that their subwoofers harmonize with the existing speakers so that the entire system delivers a coherent and balanced sound.

REL Acoustics today

REL Acoustics has built an excellent reputation in the audiophile and home theater community over the years and is now one of the leading subwoofer manufacturers in the world.

Reference Series

The Reference series from REL is characterized by precise bass reproduction, powerful amplifiers and high-quality carbon drivers. High-level inputs enable seamless integration into the audio system. Optimized housings and precise filters minimize distortion. The models offer the highest sound quality for music and home cinema.

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S series

When developing the S Series, REL aimed to redefine subwoofers. With ultra-light, rigid Continuous Cast™ aluminum cones, they offer powerful and clear sound. Passive drivers extend the bass range beyond the cabinet. Airship Wireless technology allows flexible placement without compression.

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T/X series

Experience your entertainment on a larger scale with the T/x series. Enjoy powerful sound across the entire spectrum, while the latest REL models continue to offer premium quality. No compromises - for strong vibes and optimal sound balance.

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T series

The Tzero is a typical REL, but designed specifically for the acoustics of smaller rooms. With the focus on the end user, it was developed to make the most of the challenges and potential of studios, apartments or home offices. The Tzero delivers REL's trademark deep bass - perfectly tailored to the conditions of these rooms and supporting their special acoustics.

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Classic Series

The Classic series from REL offers precise bass reproduction and high sound quality in a compact format. It is characterized by easy integration into various music and home theater systems and enables optimal placement thanks to flexible connection options. The series delivers the same REL-typical bass power and clarity as the premium models, but is particularly suitable for users who are looking for a versatile solution for smaller to medium-sized rooms.

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HT series

The HT Series is specifically designed to deliver dynamic and powerful home theater subwoofers. It combines lightweight, advanced CarbonGlas™ drivers with a powerful Class D amplifier that delivers exceptional dynamics at low temperatures. Internally, it uses specially tuned home theater input filters that produce an extremely flat bass response down to 20 Hz.

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