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REL Acoustics HT/1205 MK II Subwoofer Searching for a Rel HT/2015 MkII to upgrade my existing subwoofer. If you have one that you would like to sell, let me know.Also open to swapping, I currently have a SVS PB-1000 Pro.Prefer pickup in the greater Brisbane area but happy to pay postage for a good example. Condition: Unspecified Payment Method: Region/State: (QLD) Queensland/Australia By FuRyZ 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $1,200 Date: February 24Feb 24
Against your recent AUD comps, A$1,200 is above the 75th percentile of A$1,194, so this reads as slightly ambitious rather than a clean bargain. It’s not wildly out of line, but it is priced at the top end of the recent used market, and I’d want either exceptional condition or useful extras to justify paying that much.
That said, this is a genuinely capable sub: REL’s HT series is well regarded for quick, controlled bass and strong integration with music and home cinema systems. If it’s clean, working properly, and comes with the right cabling/remote, it can still be a worthwhile buy because good subs are the kind of gear you live with for years. At this asking price, I’d inspect for amplifier noise, driver health, and any signs of abuse 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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