REL 212 Black Label, 12" active subwoofer, 1000 W

INFORMACIJA

The REL 212 Black Label is a powerful and advanced S-Series subwoofer that combines power, speed and exceptional precision. The combination of two 12-inch CarbonAlloy™ active speakers, two passive radiators and a 1000 W Linear Class D amplifier ensures impressive dynamics, clear and rich sound and the ability to fill even the largest spaces with powerful yet precise bass. The luxurious wooden grille cover is not included in the package - it can be purchased separately.

Active speakers: 2 x 30.5 cm (12") CarbonAlloy™ cone construction, die-cast aluminum frame
Passive radiators: 2 x 30.5 cm (12") CarbonAlloy™ cone construction, die-cast aluminum frame (rear and down-firing)
Frequency response: -6 dB at 18 Hz
Power: 1000 W RMS (Linear Class D hybrid amplifier)

DESCRIPTION

Dynamic Power Meets Precision
212 Black Label is unique, the most dynamic and powerful subwoofer in the Serie S range. At its core are dual 12" CarbonAlloy™ active drivers, dual 12" passive radiators, and a 1,000-watt amplifier, working together to deliver over 450 square inches (1,166 sq cm) of piston area and the authority to energize even the largest rooms. The result is bass that is immense yet agile, combining breathtaking slam with the speed, nuance, and tonal color that define REL.

More than just raw output, 212 Black Label is the Swiss Army knife of the range. Whether anchoring reference-grade theaters or underpinning world-class stereo systems, it delivers unmatched scale and refinement. In stereo pairs, 212 Black Label can approach the authority of a full Line Array, offering massive scale in a form that integrates beautifully into both systems and spaces. An optional premium wood grille further elevates both design and performance. Available exclusively through select Serie S Black Label dealers, easily located on our Dealer Locator.

Driven with Authority
The 212 Black Label represents a comprehensive redesign of both active and passive driver systems to fully harness the output of its uprated 1,000-watt amplifier. Dual 12" CarbonAlloy™ active drivers, featuring lightweight carbon-fibre center caps release more energy with every stroke, delivering speed, control, and composure at levels unheard of in earlier generations.

To match, the two passive radiators, one down-firing for the deepest bass, the other rear-firing to enhance height and depth were completely re-engineered. Both now feature cast aluminum baskets to manage the extreme excursion required to support the additional 5dB (approximately 40%) increase in output. The internal cabinet has been carefully reshaped to allow the rear-firing passive to develop upper and mid-bass energy that wraps around the listener, creating an immersive, line-array-like effect.

The result is a subwoofer of immense authority, faster, louder, and more spatially expressive than anything before it. Every note, from the lowest rumbles to the most complex musical passages, flows with effortless power and precision.

Outrageousness Amplified
Like its Carbon Special Black Label stablemate, the 212 Black Label is powered by a newly developed 1,000-watt hybrid amplifier that marries the current delivery of high-current Class A/B monoblocks with the efficiency of a Linear Class D output stage. This best-of-both-worlds design delivers immense dynamic power while consuming just 40 watts at idle — no more than a handful of night lights. Peaks of over 1,200 watts can be sustained for extended periods, producing explosive authority without strain. The result is an amplifier that sounds urgent, driven, and unshakably powerful, yet refined enough to underpin reference-grade stereo systems and anchor the largest theaters with complete composure.

Analog Filtered to Perfection
All REL input filters are 100% analog — among the fastest ever offered in a subwoofer. We choose analog because it is the only way to achieve natural sound. At the center is our famous High Level Input, which connects directly to the speaker outputs of your main amplifier. This does not draw power; instead, it carries the complete sonic signature of your system, allowing REL to blend seamlessly with your speakers, a trait reviewers have celebrated for decades. And for systems where High Level isn't possible, our low-level input employs the very same filter circuit, available via both RCA and XLR connections, delivering the speed, naturalness, and integration REL is known for. For theater and dual-use systems, REL allows High Level and .1/LFE to be run together, so music gains natural integration, while movie soundtracks deliver the full impact intended by the mix.

Wired For Sound…Wirelessly
Sometimes the best wire is no wire. Quality cables are a given in high-end audio systems, but there are occasions where it is impractical, unsafe, or unsightly to drape a cable across the room. REL delivers the ultimate solution with Airship Direct™, our optional wireless system that transmits wide-bandwidth, compound signals, carrying both High Level and .1/LFE simultaneously. Even with the immense scale and output of 212 Black Label, Airship Direct™ preserves the speed, transparency, and authority that define REL. It allows seamless transitions between music and movies without ever touching the controls, all from a single module that plugs neatly into the rear panel and stays invisible in your room. Simple, direct, uncompromising: Airship Direct™.

TECHNICAL DATA

Type
(2) Front-firing active drivers, (1) rear passive, (1) down-firing passive
Active Driver Size & Material
(2) 12 in. (305mm) long-throw, CarbonAlloy™ cone structure, die cast alloy chassis
Passive Radiator Size & Material
Rear: 12 in. (305mm)CarbonAlloy™ cone structure, die cast alloy chassis; Down: 12 in. (305mm) CarbonAlloy™ cone structure, die cast alloy chassis
Low Frequency Extension
-6dB at 18Hz
Input Connectors
High Level Neutrik Speakon, Low Level (2) RCA, (1) LFE RCA, (1) LFE XLR
Output Connectors
High Level Neutrik Speakon, (1) Low Level RCA, (1) LFE RCA or (1) LFE XLR
Power Output
1,000 watts (RMS)
Amplifier Type
Linear Class D
Wireless Capability
REL AirShip Direct (sold separately)
Dual Parametric Filter
N/A
Finish
Piano Black Lacquer 8 coats
Protection System
Fully Electronic Set Safe
Yes
DC Fault
Yes
Output Short
Yes
Mains Input Voltage
220-240 volts, 110-120 volts for certain markets
Fuses
8 Amp semi delay 220 volts operation, 15 Amp semi delay 120 volts operation
Supplied Accessories
Mains Lead
Yes
Neutrik Speakon
Yes (10 Meters Nominal)
Interconnect
N/A
User Manual
Yes
DIMS
W x H x D
14.25 x 33 x 20.5 inches.
(362 x 840 x 523.3 mm)
Net Weight
134 lbs. (60.8 kg)

DOCUMENTS

User manual (EN)