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REL Subwoofers: HT/1205 $450, HT/1003 EXPIRED

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Various Retailers have REL Subwoofers on sale from $349. Shipping is free or select free in-store or curbside pickup (where applicable).

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  • HT/1003
    • Type: Closed box, front-firing driver
    • Active driver size & material: 10 in., 250mm long-throw, carbonglas™ cone structure, inverted carbon fibre dust cap, steel chassis
    • Low frequency extension: -6db at 24 hz
    • Input connectors: Dual purpose low level stereo RCA or LFE RCA
    • Output connectors: Daisy chain low level stereo RCA or LFE RCA
    • Power output: 300 watts (rms)
    • Amplifier type: NextGen5 class d
    • Wireless capability: HT air wireless (optional), zero compression single large scale integrated chip
  • HT/1205
    • Type: Closed box, front-firing driver
    • Active driver size & material: 12 in., 300mm long-throw, carbonglas™ cone structure, inverted carbon fibre dust cap, steel chassis
    • Low frequency extension: -6db at 22 hz
    • Input connectors: Dual purpose low level stereo RCA or LFE RCA
    • Output connectors: Daisy chain low level stereo RCA or LFE RCA
    • Power output: 500 watts (rms)
    • Amplifier type: NextGen5 class d
    • Wireless capability: HT air wireless (optional), zero compression single large scale integrated chip
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The sale is back again - its on the rel website (no tax for most states) or best buy and some other stores have it on sale as well. Seems like they are getting rid of the old version stock.

https://rel.net/sale/

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/rel-...Id=6492837

Has some good reviews I'm going to try it for the price. I wish the 15in predator version was on sale again!

https://rel.net/sale/

https://rel.net/shop/powered-subw...t/ht-1205/
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i don't have this model, but i currently have the REL 1508. I also tried the SVS SB2000 pro. they were about $1000 when i bought it back in the spring. i like the REL a lot more. the SVS app is cool and all but feel like a gimmick to me.

the REL is noticeably better when playing music. but when watching movies, it's hard to tell them apart. in the case of the 1508, it takes XRL cables and has a passthrough XRL, which is a huge plus. the lower models unfortunately do not.

in the appearance department, i think the REL is better too. SVS has the wood finish and the glossy piano finger print magnet finish. neither of which really works with most furniture. this REL sub is black but not glossy. it looks great

i like my 1508 so much that i just bought the 1205 sub from this sale for my summer house. i'm not even cross shopping at this point. i really like this brand.
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What this sub needs is the name REL plastered all over it in a few more places.
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Go with the REL from this deal, particularly the HT/1205.

With the current sale, the REL is punching well above its competitors at their respective deal price points (you're looking at the SVS-SB1000 at $400 and Monolith by Monoprice M10 at $450).

This would be a different story at normal price points, with more folks on the internet seemingly going for SVS or Monolith, but personally, if I didn't already have my sub setup and was in the market for a sub, I'd definitely go for this deal.
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> bubble2 15 Posts
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02-01-2023 at 07:41 PM.
This or the RSL Speedwoofer 10SMKII which is also $449?
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> bubble2 3,286 Posts
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02-01-2023 at 09:57 PM.
Quote from jaydillyo :
If only I needed another subwoofer...
You can never have to many sub woofers. 😎
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> bubble2 31 Posts
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02-01-2023 at 11:21 PM.
Quote from smiles07 :
How does compare to the SVS and Monolith subwoofers? I tend to see deals for those subs as well. Thanks in advance
I have both brands, but bigger subwoofers. I have the svs sb 4000 (13.5inch) and rel HT 1508 (15 inch)..essentially the bigger brother to the ones listed here. If you prefer to control your sub with an app, go for the svs.... honestly, you set your sub once and forget about it.
When it comes to sound, the rel is super quick and punches 👊 >>> svs. Bit i bet there are svs fan boys here who will swear by the brand.
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> bubble2 1,362 Posts
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02-01-2023 at 11:29 PM.
Quote from Gunit50 :
This or the RSL Speedwoofer 10SMKII which is also $449?
Rel is sealed and rsl is ported.

1003 Rel for bedroom. Rsl for larger spaces/primarily movies. 1205 for larger spaces and primarily music.

Depending on size of space, you may want 2 depending on how many listening positions you have
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> bubble2 2,800 Posts
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02-02-2023 at 04:44 AM.
Quote from Sugartoes :
Rel is sealed and rsl is ported.

1003 Rel for bedroom. Rsl for larger spaces/primarily movies. 1205 for larger spaces and primarily music.

Depending on size of space, you may want 2 depending on how many listening positions you have
Two REL 1203 or one Monolith 15 vs one HSU VTF-3 MK5 HP?
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02-02-2023 at 04:53 AM.
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Two REL 1203 or one Monolith 15 vs one HSU VTF-3 MK5 HP?
Oh my. My hearts says the hsu. particularly the vtf15h for $150-200 more or so. Its about 3 dbs louder than the vtf3 and at that level, thats a lot (but it may be overkill and not worth extra shipping costs depending on how loud you listen). They both go completely flat to around 16hz. And awesome for music. Absolute beasts. your neighbors will hate you. Best subs in their price range.

Get a second 1 later in the future if its for a wide seating area.
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02-02-2023 at 05:16 AM.
Quote from sdaddict001 :
Two REL 1203 or one Monolith 15 vs one HSU VTF-3 MK5 HP?
2 RELs for sure. You are comparing a top of the line brand to internet companies who use cheap materials.
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02-02-2023 at 05:17 AM.
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If only I needed another subwoofer...
Funny. I have no need, but was poking around offerup, and someone down the street from me was selling a like new Def Tech ProSub 800 for $25. 300w rms 8" with a passive radiator. Perfect small bedroom sub. And could always sell it for a profit if need be.
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> bubble2 117 Posts
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02-02-2023 at 05:18 AM.
The "HT" in the model suggests it's best for home theater. I'm looking for a sealed for music, which this is. Anyone use this strictly in a 2-channel music setup?
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02-02-2023 at 05:46 AM.
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Two REL 1203 or one Monolith 15 vs one HSU VTF-3 MK5 HP?
I would go with the Monolith or HSU, the ported boxes will give you more output and LF extension. There's a reason REL shows frequency extension specs for -6db when the de facto standard is -3 (I would guess their -3 is not impressive, given the sealed box). Maybe if your room modes are super challenging or perhaps large the two subs would be beneficial but for many people one larger sub would be more than enough. And lets not get started with the ridiculous REL branding
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