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Reposting this. I decided to not sell it last time but it is no longer required.This sub is in excellent cosmetic and working condition.Comes with power cable, High level speaker cable and manual.Don't have the box so pick up only in Point Cook.Thank you.
The REL T/5i remains a solid entry-level sub from REL's reliable T-series, with no newer replacement model rendering it obsolete—timing this listing is fine as demand holds steady for these compact 8-inch powered units. At AUD600 with unknown condition, this is a screaming bargain against recent comparable sales, where the median hit AUD1,192 (25th percentile AUD1,005, 75th AUD2,084). Even beat-up T/5is rarely dip below AUD1,000 in decent shape, so if it's functional, snap it up fast.
Buyers, verify the amp's health first—listen for buzzes or distortion, as the Class D module fails from overdriving. Check the Neutrik Speakon input for damage (key for hi-fi integration), confirm the original power cord and manual are included, and probe the seller on usage history to flag cone wear or repair mods. Test blend with mains before committing.
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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