The REL Acoustics R-528 ranks #69 out of 145 total Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) for sound quality. See all Subwoofers rankings for every top pick.
Brand: REL Acoustics
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#69 REL Acoustics R-528: $1999 eBay
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.
How it compares: Just above it: HSU Research VTF-2 MK4 - $1100 cheaper. Just below it: Infinity Speakers REFERENCE SUB R12 - $1499 cheaper.
| Amplifier Power | 500W RMS |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 112.8 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Dimensions | 17.5"H x 15.5"W x 17.2"D (444.5 x 393.7 x 436.9 mm) |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 21Hz-6dB |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 92.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 106.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 111.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 112.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 114.6 dB |
| Warranty | 3 |
| Weight | 58 lbs (26.3 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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