$11,999.00
REL 212 Black Label Active Subwoofer
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REL 212 Black Label Active Subwoofer represents the ultimate expression of power, scale, and musical authority within the Serie S range. Engineered specifically to command the largest listening environments and complement the world's finest full-range loudspeakers, this towering flagship model completely redefines what a single-enclosure subwoofer can achieve. By utilizing a multi-plane, four-driver configuration propelled by a massive kilowatt monoblock, the 212 Black Label delivers an astonishing, room-energizing piston area that resolves subterranean bass textures down to a seismic 18 Hz. It seamlessly balances breathtaking physical slam with the instantaneous speed, delicacy, and tonal accuracy demanded by true purist audiophiles.
Key Features
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Quad 12-Inch Multi-Plane Driver Array — Features a sophisticated combination of two vertically stacked active drivers and two passive radiators working in tandem across three separate planes to maximize spatial scale.
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1,000-Watt Linear Class D Amp — Employs a commanding internal monoblock amplifier engine that combines the high-current delivery of Class A/B circuitry with the cool efficiency of a Class D output stage.
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Multi-Input Filter Connectivity — Incorporates REL's proprietary ultra-fast pure analog filter boards, allowing the high-level speaker terminal hookup and the home theater .1/LFE channel to run simultaneously.
Triple-Plane Driver Matrix Engineering
The physical execution of the REL 212 Black Label relies on a highly advanced, multi-directional driver matrix designed to distribute pressure waves evenly across multiple room modes. Primary low-frequency punch is generated by twin vertically stacked 12-inch active CarbonAlloy long-throw woofers firing directly forward. This front-facing array works seamlessly alongside a down-firing 12-inch CarbonAlloy passive radiator that vents straight into the floor to handle deep, structural "room crawling" frequencies. A final, upper-rear-firing 12-inch passive radiator couples directly with rear boundary surfaces to add incredible atmospheric depth, air, and three-dimensional soundstage scale.
Dual 12" CarbonAlloy Drivers: Uses lightweight carbon fiber center caps to reduce moving mass, securing fast transient speeds.
Over 450 Sq. In. Piston Area: Combines 4 massive 12-inch cones across three planes to easily energize massive open spaces.
Pure Analog PerfectFilters: Bypasses DSP delays entirely to preserve micro-details and perfect acoustic phase alignment.
Kilowatt-Class Hybrid Power Block
To maintain strict structural authority over its massive combined driver surface area, the 212 Black Label utilizes an overbuilt 1,000-watt RMS internal power module. This linear Class D hybrid engine is highly stable and conservatively rated, routinely sustaining dynamic transients up to 1,250 watts for extended periods without experiencing thermal compression or signal clipping. By completely rejecting digital signal processing (DSP) in favor of ultra-fast pure analog filtration networks, the amplifier avoids the millisecond timing delays that introduce phase distortion, ensuring the sub-bass wave tracks perfectly with the pace of rapid main stereo speakers.
Structural Resonance Control Architecture
Aesthetically commanding and heavily built, the monolithic enclosure of the 212 Black Label is finished in an exquisite, hand-polished eight-coat piano black lacquer. The cabinet walls are internally braced with solid billet aluminum matrix structures to eliminate cabinet wall flexing and parasitic box resonances under heavy acoustic loads. The exterior fascia features a distinctive vertical center strake capped by a custom crown badge, while the sides host raw-titanium-finished, bead-blasted metal handles to aid in room placement. For premium ventilation and styling, users can upgrade to an optional slatted wood grille layout.
Masterful Multi-System Integration
Often described by audio enthusiasts as a self-contained multi-subwoofer system, a single 212 Black Label acts similarly to a stacked line array due to its vertically oriented driver alignment. Its advanced input panel features isolated circuit paths with independent volume controls for high-level Neutrik SpeakOn and dedicated home theater LFE connections. This lets you tune the sub to blend invisibly with your main stereo power amp for music, while simultaneously standing ready to execute thunderous multi-channel cinema tracks without manual adjustments. It is also fully compatible with the optional AirShip Direct wireless transmitter for uncompressed, zero-latency streaming across long distances.
Key Features
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Twin CarbonAlloy Active Motors: Vertically stacked 12-inch front woofers deliver exceptional linear punch and throw geometry.
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Down-Firing 12" Bass Radiator: Forces deep low-frequency expansion into floor boundaries to simulate massive spatial realism.
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Rear-Firing 12" Ambient Radiator: Reflects energy off rear corners to open up soundstage airiness and dimensional bloom.
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1,000-Watt Hybrid Monoblock: High-current power design handles massive cinematic action sequences with ease.
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Simultaneous Multi-Path Gain: Enables independent volume and crossover mapping for stereo music and movie theater line modes.
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Billet Aluminum Internal Bracing: Extra-thick internal metal reinforcement blocks energy transfer and cabinet panel rattling.
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AirShip Direct Wireless Receiver: Pre-fitted with a digital locking port to receive uncompressed, bit-perfect 5.8 GHz wireless signals.
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Balanced XLR Theater Inputs: Employs a fully differential, noise-rejecting XLR connection optimized for top-tier surround processors.
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Titanium-Aesthetic Carry Handles: Solid, bead-blasted side handles simplify physical adjustment and installation.
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8-Coat Mirror Gloss Cabinet: Meticulously hand-sanded and polished to provide an ultra-deep, furniture-grade reflection.
Technical FAQs
What is the practical sonic purpose of firing drivers across three different planes?
A single front-firing woofer can struggle with standing waves in large rooms. By firing active drivers forward, one passive radiator downward, and another backward, the 212 Black Label excites room acoustics in multiple physical directions at once. This smooths out bass nodes, fills dead acoustic zones, and creates an immersive bass field.
How does the 212 Black Label achieve line array performance without stacking multiple boxes?
Because its two active front woofers are vertically separated on the front baffle, the acoustic energy is projected at different physical heights into the listening space. The lower active driver couples with the floor for weight, while the upper active driver hangs free to cast upper bass air and midrange body, mimicking a multi-sub line array.
What is the peak electrical output capability of the internal PerfectFilter amplifier?
While the linear Class D monoblock amplifier board is conservatively rated to deliver a continuous, ultra-clean output of 1,000 watts RMS, the power reservoir is engineered with heavy storage capacitors that can output short-burst peaks of up to 1,250 watts.
