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Selling my REL HT/1003 MKII powered subwoofer as I’m changing my audio setup.Purchased brand new and has been very well looked after. It is in excellent condition with no dents, scratches or damage, and works perfectly. Original box is no longer available.The HT/1003 MKII is a compact but p...
REL’s HT/active subs have a solid reputation for punchy, room-filling bass and quick integration in a music-first or home-theatre setup. At A$700, this lands essentially on the market median of A$689, so it reads as a fair, sensible ask rather than a bargain or a stretch.
That makes it interesting if the unit is clean and complete, because you’re paying for a well-regarded powered sub that should suit compact-to-mid systems well. The real value check is condition: confirm it powers up quietly, the driver is intact, and the controls/inputs work properly. If it’s been lightly used and comes with the original lead or box, it’s an easy buy at this level.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
REL Acoustics traces its origins to the inventive mind of Richard Edmund Lord, the man behind the brand's acronym, who founded the company in the United Kingdom around 1990 out of frustration with the subpar subwoofers available at the time. Dissatisfied with conventional low-frequency solutions, Lord crafted his own mammoth custom design, integrated into a bay window, which quickly earned acclaim from audiophiles as the finest they had encountered. This grassroots beginning in a tiny workshop marked the start of REL's relentless pursuit of audio perfection, evolving through innovations like the revolutionary High-Level Input that connects directly to a main amplifier's speaker outputs for seamless integration.
The brand specializes exclusively in powered subwoofers, eschewing amplifiers, speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables to focus intently on sub-bass systems. Early models like the Strata 2, Stadium, and Britannia range established REL's signature forward-firing designs and simplified crossovers, while later series such as T/x and the reimagined Serie S—launched in 2025 with models like the 212 Black Label and S/850—refine musicality, style, and power. Acquired in 2005 by John Hunter and Donald Brody, REL modernized its aesthetics and engineering without diluting its core philosophy.
REL commands a prestigious niche in the high-end hi-fi market as the preeminent authority on subwoofers, revered by discerning audiophiles for transforming even elite $15,000-to-$20,000 speaker systems into reference-caliber performers. Its boutique status stems from unwavering innovation and musical fidelity, positioning it as an essential upgrade for serious setups rather than a mass-market or mid-tier option.
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