REL Acoustics Speaker Rankings and Reviews

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Coverage note. Speaker Ranking currently covers 14 REL Acoustics models across subwoofers. These are the products in our database, not a complete list of everything REL Acoustics makes.

What this page covers. The REL Acoustics models ranked here span subwoofers, including REL Acoustics HT/1205 MKII, REL Acoustics T/9x and REL Acoustics R-528. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.

This page lists all 14 REL Acoustics speakers ranked on this site across subwoofers. Each model is shown in the category where it competes, with its current rank and the size of that ranking.

Use the category position rather than the brand name alone: speakers from the same manufacturer can perform very differently by size, price and product family.

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Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)

Ranked #73 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII: $549.00 Amazon $549.00 eBay

REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII ranking card

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 89.2 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 6.5” (165mm) driver is intended to add useful bass support without a full-size cabinet.

Cons: Without a published 20 Hz output result, deep-bass capability is less certain than its midbass figure. The 241.3H x 215.9W x 266.7D mm cabinet and 6.8 kg mass still need careful placement and calibration.

ReleasedOct 2020 (6 years ago)
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)89.2 dB
Cabinet Colorblack, white
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions9.5”H x 8.5”W x 10.5”D (241.3 x 215.9 x 266.7 mm)
Drivers6.5” (165mm) driver
Enclosuresealed
Measurement SourceErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 25 Hz70.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz76.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz83.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz89.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz91.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz92.1 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz90.8 dB
Warranty3
Weight15 lbs (6.8 kg)

Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)

Ranked #45 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics HT/1205 MKII: $899.00 Amazon $899.00 eBay

REL Acoustics HT/1205 MKII ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics HT/1003 MKII (smaller subwoofer, ranked lower, estimated 3.7/5) and the REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II (larger subwoofer, rated 4.1/5).

Pros: High-output 12-inch CarbonGlas driver paired with a 500W RMS NextGen5 Class D amplifier in a compact sealed cabinet. Provides deep bass extension down to 22Hz (-6dB) and strong dynamic impact for dedicated cinema setups.

Cons: Lacks high-level input connectivity and digital parametric EQ filters. As a sealed design, infrasonic output below 20Hz trails similarly priced ported alternatives.

ReleasedOct 2022 (4 years ago)
Amplifier Power500W RMS (NextGen5 Class D)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions16.3”H x 15.2”W x 17.2”D (413 x 387 x 438 mm)
Drivers12” (300mm) CarbonGlas cone, inverted carbon fiber dust cap
Enclosuresealed
Frequency Response22Hz at -6dB (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight43.2 lbs (19.6 kg)

Ranked #47 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics T/9x: $1,549.00 Amazon $1,549.00 eBay

REL Acoustics T/9x ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics T/5x (smaller subwoofer, ranked lower, estimated 3.5/5) and the REL Acoustics T/7x (smaller subwoofer, ranked lower, estimated 3.6/5). See every REL T Series generation.

Pros: Flagship of the Serie T/x line pairing a front-firing 10-inch FibreAlloy driver with a down-firing 10-inch passive radiator powered by a 300W Class A/B amplifier. Extends reach down to 27Hz at -6dB with fast musical transient speed.

Cons: Passive radiator configuration requires careful boundary positioning away from corners to avoid room mode excitation. Commands a premium price without onboard DSP or smartphone app calibration.

ReleasedApr 2021 (5 years ago)
Amplifier Power300W RMS (Class A/B)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions13.4”H x 15.2”W x 15.5”D (340 x 387 x 393 mm)
Drivers10” (254mm) active FibreAlloy driver, 10” (254mm) down-firing passive radiator
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response27Hz at -6dB (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight45.4 lbs (20.6 kg)

Ranked #105 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics HT/1003 MKII: $624.44 Amazon $624.44 eBay

REL Acoustics HT/1003 MKII ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics HT/1205 MKII (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, estimated 3.9/5) and the REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II (larger subwoofer, rated 4.1/5).

Pros: Dedicated home theater design with a front-firing 10-inch CarbonGlas driver and NextGen5 300W Class D amplifier. Delivers energetic, punchy bass response down to 24Hz (-6dB) in a compact, braced sealed cabinet.

Cons: Omits REL traditional high-level speaker wire input, connecting exclusively via line-level RCA/LFE. Sealed 10-inch cabinet runs into compression on sub-25Hz movie bursts compared to 12-inch and 15-inch models.

ReleasedSep 2022 (4 years ago)
Amplifier Power300W RMS (NextGen5 Class D)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions14.3”H x 14.3”W x 15.5”D (362 x 362 x 393 mm)
Drivers10” (250mm) CarbonGlas cone, inverted carbon fiber dust cap
Enclosuresealed
Frequency Response24Hz at -6dB (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight34.2 lbs (15.5 kg)

Ranked #110 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics S/850: $3,999.00 REL Acoustics $3,999.00 eBay

REL Acoustics S/850 ranking card

Older model: the REL Acoustics R-528 (ranked higher, rated 3.7/5). See every REL S and Reference Series generation.

Same family: the REL Acoustics S/550 (smaller subwoofer, ranked lower, estimated 3.5/5), the REL Acoustics Carbon Special Black Label (larger subwoofer, estimated 3.9/5) and the REL Acoustics 212 Black Label (larger subwoofer, estimated 4.2/5).

Pros: Front-firing 12 inch carbon and aluminum driver plus a down-firing 12 inch passive radiator, driven by an 850W RMS Class D amplifier (1,000W peak). REL rates it at 19Hz at the -6dB point. High level Speakon, RCA and LFE RCA/XLR inputs, and REL’s Airship wireless option, make it easy to blend with stereo and theater systems.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared with ranked subwoofers; the rating is estimated from the measured REL Acoustics R-528, an older 12 inch REL that averaged 112.8dB in the CEA-2010 bands but fell to 92.7dB at 25Hz. At 42.5 kg it is very heavy, and it costs far more than measured 12 inch subwoofers with more output.

ReleasedSep 2025 (1 year ago)
Amplifier Power850W RMS (1,000W peak)
Cabinet Colorblack, white
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions16.1”H x 19.2”W x 21.3”D (410 x 488 x 540 mm)
Drivers12” (305mm) driver, 12” passive radiator
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response19Hz (-6dB, manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight93.7 lbs (42.5 kg)

Ranked #144 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics T/7x: $1,199.00 Amazon $1,199.00 eBay

REL Acoustics T/7x ranking card

Older models: the REL Acoustics T/7i (ranked lower, estimated 3.6/5) and the REL Acoustics T-7 (ranked higher, rated 3.6/5). See every REL T Series generation.

Same family: the REL Acoustics T/5x (smaller subwoofer, ranked lower, estimated 3.5/5) and the REL Acoustics T/9x (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, estimated 3.9/5).

Pros: Sealed subwoofer with a front-firing 8-inch driver and a down-firing 10-inch passive radiator, driven by a 200W Class A/B amplifier. REL rates extension to 30Hz at -6dB. A high-level speaker-wire input and an RCA/LFE input can be connected at the same time for music and movies.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared with ranked subwoofers. There is no app, EQ or room correction, and an 8-inch driver limits output in a large room.

ReleasedApr 2021 (5 years ago)
Amplifier Power200W (Class A/B)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions12.6”H x 14”W x 14.3”D (320 x 356 x 363 mm)
Drivers8” driver + 10” passive radiator
Enclosuresealed, passive radiator
Frequency Response30Hz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight38.6 lbs (17.5 kg)

Ranked #151 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics T/5x: $699.00 Amazon $699.00 eBay

REL Acoustics T/5x ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics T/7x (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5) and the REL Acoustics T/9x (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, estimated 3.9/5). See every REL T Series generation.

Pros: Compact sealed enclosure with a down-firing 8-inch long-throw FibreAlloy driver powered by a 125W Class A/B amplifier. Includes REL signature high-level Neutrik Speakon input alongside RCA/LFE inputs for seamless stereo music integration.

Cons: Single 8-inch sealed driver rolls off below 32Hz (-6dB) and provides limited headroom for visceral home theater low-frequency effects in medium to large rooms. Lacks onboard app control or parametric EQ.

ReleasedApr 2021 (5 years ago)
Amplifier Power125W RMS (Class A/B)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions11.8”H x 12.1”W x 12.3”D (300 x 307 x 313 mm)
Drivers8” (200mm) down-firing long-throw FibreAlloy cone
Enclosuresealed
Frequency Response32Hz at -6dB (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight31.5 lbs (14.3 kg)

Ranked #155 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics S/550: $3,299.00 Audio Advice $3,299.00 eBay

REL Acoustics S/550 ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics S/850 (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, estimated 3.7/5), the REL Acoustics Carbon Special Black Label (larger subwoofer, estimated 3.9/5) and the REL Acoustics 212 Black Label (larger subwoofer, estimated 4.2/5). See every REL S and Reference Series generation.

Pros: The smallest model in REL’s 2025 Serie S, replacing the S/510: a 10” CarbonAlloy active driver and a 12” down-firing passive radiator driven by a 550W Linear Class D amplifier, reaching 19Hz (-6dB). It includes REL’s high-level speaker connection for integrating with stereo amplifiers.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared directly with ranked subwoofers; the rating is estimated from the measured REL Acoustics R-528 (112.8dB in three of the four 40 to 80Hz CEA-2010 bands) and its sibling REL Acoustics S/850. It is placed below the larger REL Acoustics S/850, and at 31.7kg it is heavy for a 10” sub.

ReleasedOct 2025 (1 year ago)
Amplifier Power550W Linear Class D
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions16.1”H x 15.7”W x 18.3”D (410 x 400 x 464 mm)
Drivers10” CarbonAlloy driver, 12” down-firing passive radiator
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response19Hz -6dB (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight69.9 lbs (31.7 kg)

Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs)

Ranked #75 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - REL Acoustics 212 Black Label: $5,999.00 Audio Advice $5,999.00 eBay

REL Acoustics 212 Black Label ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics S/550 (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.5/5), the REL Acoustics S/850 (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.7/5) and the REL Acoustics Carbon Special Black Label (smaller subwoofer, ranked lower, estimated 3.9/5). See every REL S and Reference Series generation.

Pros: REL’s largest Serie S subwoofer: two 12” CarbonAlloy active drivers and two 12” passive radiators, over 450 square inches of cone area, driven by a 1000W amplifier and reaching 18Hz (-6dB).

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared directly with ranked subwoofers; the rating is estimated from the measured REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II (118.1dB in the 40 to 80Hz CEA-2010 bands): two active 12” drivers and two passive radiators should add several dB over it. It weighs 61kg.

ReleasedSep 2025 (1 year ago)
Amplifier Power1000W RMS
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions33.1”H x 14.3”W x 20.6”D (840 x 362 x 523 mm)
Drivers2 x 12” CarbonAlloy drivers, 2 x 12” passive radiators
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response18Hz -6dB (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight134 lbs (60.8 kg)

Ranked #98 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II: $2,199.00 Amazon $2,199.00 eBay

REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics HT/1003 MKII (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.7/5) and the REL Acoustics HT/1205 MKII (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.9/5).

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 98.0 dB at 20 Hz and 118.1 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 15” (381mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.

Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 457.2H x 541.0W x 492.8D mm cabinet and 45.2 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.

ReleasedJun 2022 (4 years ago)
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)118.1 dB
Cabinet Colorblack
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions18”H x 21.3”W x 19.4”D (457.2 x 541.0 x 492.8 mm)
Drivers15” (381mm) driver
Enclosuresealed
Measurement SourceAudioholics
Output SPL at 15 Hz91.4 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz98.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz104.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz111.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz116.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz118.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz118.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz118.4 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz118.5 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz118.0 dB
Warranty3
Weight99.6 lbs (45.2 kg)

Ranked #124 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - REL Acoustics Carbon Special Black Label: $4,999.00 ListenUp $4,999.00 eBay

REL Acoustics Carbon Special Black Label ranking card

Same family: the REL Acoustics S/550 (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.5/5), the REL Acoustics S/850 (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.7/5) and the REL Acoustics 212 Black Label (larger subwoofer, ranked higher, estimated 4.2/5). See every REL S and Reference Series generation.

Pros: A Serie S flagship with an all-carbon fiber 12” active driver and a 12” down-firing passive radiator, driven by a 900W Linear Class D amplifier and reaching 19Hz (-6dB) in-room.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared directly with ranked subwoofers; the rating is estimated from the measured REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II (118.1dB in the 40 to 80Hz CEA-2010 bands) and REL Acoustics R-528. It weighs 44.5kg.

ReleasedOct 2025 (1 year ago)
Amplifier Power900W Linear Class D
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions16.1”H x 19.2”W x 22.2”D (410 x 488 x 565 mm)
Drivers12” carbon fiber driver, 12” down-firing passive radiator
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response19Hz -6dB in-room (manufacturer specified)
Warranty3
Weight98.1 lbs (44.5 kg)

Discontinued REL Acoustics Models

Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.

Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)

Ranked #95 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics R-528: $1,999 Discontinued eBay

REL Acoustics R-528 ranking card

Newer model: the REL Acoustics S/850, ranked lower, estimated 3.7/5, released Sep 2025. See every REL S and Reference Series generation.

Pros: 12-inch carbon-fiber passive radiator with 500W RMS Class D amp reaches 21Hz. Fast impulse response best in REL series. Breathtaking bass reach and low distortion in compact package. Speed and detail-oriented musicality. Premium fit and finish.

Cons: Discontinued.

Released2010 (16 years ago)
Amplifier Power500W RMS
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)112.8 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions17.5”H x 15.5”W x 17.2”D (444.5 x 393.7 x 436.9 mm)
Drivers12” (305mm) driver
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response21Hz-6dB
Measurement SourceBrent Butterworth
Output SPL at 25 Hz92.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz106.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz111.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz112.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz114.6 dB
Warranty3
Weight58 lbs (26.3 kg)

Ranked #139 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics T-7: $699 Discontinued eBay

REL Acoustics T-7 ranking card

Newer model: the REL Acoustics T/7x, ranked lower, estimated 3.6/5, released Apr 2021. See every REL T Series generation.

Pros: Compact 8-inch with 200W RMS stays extremely solid and composed at high volumes. Fast agile response ideal for music with speed and depth. No overhang or bloat. Excellent Speakon connectivity and build quality.

Cons: Discontinued.

Released2011 (15 years ago)
Amplifier Power200W RMS
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)112.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions13.7”H x 12”W x 13.7”D (349.2 x 304.8 x 349.2 mm)
Drivers8” (203mm) driver
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response30Hz -6dB
Measurement SourceBrent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz74.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz93.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz104.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz111.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz113.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz111.5 dB
Warranty3
Weight31.1 lbs (14.1 kg)

Ranked #148 of 212 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - REL Acoustics T/7i: $999 Discontinued eBay

REL Acoustics T/7i ranking card

Newer model: the REL Acoustics T/7x, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5, released Apr 2021.

Older model: the REL Acoustics T-7 (ranked higher, rated 3.6/5). See every REL T Series generation.

Pros: The 2015 T/i replacement for the REL Acoustics T-7, pairing an 8” active driver with a 10” down-firing passive radiator and a 200W amplifier, in a larger, better-braced cabinet. REL’s high-level input lets it blend with a stereo amplifier’s own speaker outputs.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared with ranked subwoofers. The Absolute Sound found the REL Acoustics T/7x that replaced it weightier, with more extension and better decay. Discontinued.

ReleasedFeb 2017 (9 years ago)
Amplifier Power200W (Class A/B)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Dimensions14.3”H x 12”W x 15”D (362 x 305 x 382 mm)
Drivers1x 8” active driver, 1x 10” down-firing passive radiator
Weight35.9 lbs (16.3 kg)

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