REL Carbon Special Black Label — Hi-Fi Subwoofer
REL Carbon Special Black Label — Hi-Fi Subwoofer
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💰 14 days return
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🟢 2 years warranty
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Shipping Terms
Shipping Terms
- Shipping method: Standard
Shipment cost: - EU 25€
- LT, EST 6€
- LV 3€
- RU, USA 200€
- Other countries 200€
- Dispatched usually 2 - 5 business days after order placement
- Some times, dispatched up to 20 business days, we will inform additional, after order placement.
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🧾 Overview
The REL Carbon Special Black Label is a reference‑grade sub‑bass system engineered to bring Reference‑level low frequency performance to discerning music and home theatre systems. Using a pure carbon fibre 12" active cone derived from REL’s No.31 Reference models, a paired 12" passive radiator and a high‑power linear Class‑D amplifier architecture with LimitLess™ limiters, the Carbon Special Black Label delivers extraordinary speed, detail and authoritative output suitable for very large rooms and critical listeners.
✅ Key Features
- ✅ 900 watts (RMS) Linear Class‑D amplifier with LimitLess™ limiter technology for extended dynamic headroom
- ✅ 12" carbon fibre active driver with inverted carbon fibre centre cap for ultra‑low moving mass and high stiffness
- ✅ 12" Carbon/Carbon passive radiator to extend output and low frequency extension
- ✅ Low frequency extension to −6 dB at 19 Hz (in‑room)
- ✅ High‑level Neutrik® Speakon®, Low‑Level RCA L/R, .1/LFE RCA and XLR connectivity
- ✅ User controls: Gain, Phase (0/180°) and adjustable Crossover (20–120 Hz) for precise integration
- ✅ Robust protection: SET‑SAFE™ electronic limiting, thermal overload protection, DC fault and short‑circuit protection
- ✅ REL AirShip compatibility for wireless operation (sold separately)
📊 Technical Specifications ▼
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Front‑firing active driver with down‑firing passive radiator |
| Active Drive Unit | 12 in. (305 mm) carbon fibre cone with inverted carbon fibre centre cap |
| Passive Radiator | 12 in. (305 mm) Carbon/Carbon flat cone |
| Power Output | 900 watts (RMS) |
| Amplifier Type | Linear Class‑D (traditional Class A/B topology except output stage; LimitLess™ limiters) |
| Low Frequency Extension | −6 dB at 19 Hz (in room) |
| Inputs | High‑Level Neutrik® Speakon, Low‑Level RCA L/R, .1/LFE RCA, .1/LFE XLR |
| Outputs | High‑Level Speakon output, Low‑Level RCA output, .1/LFE XLR output |
| Crossover | Adjustable 20–120 Hz |
| Phase | 0 / 180° switch |
| Protection | SET‑SAFE™ electronic limiter, thermal overload, DC fault, output short |
| Fuses | 8 A semi‑delay (230 V) / 15 A semi‑delay (120 V) |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 488 × 410 × 540 mm (19.25 × 16.125 × 21.25 in) — add 44.5 mm depth when using Hi‑Level connector |
| Weight | 44.5 kg (98 lb) |
| Finish | Piano Black Lacquer (8 coats) |
| Power Draw | Idle ≈ 20 W; Standby < 0.5 W |
| Wireless Capability | REL AirShip compatible (sold separately) |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
📦 What’s in the Box
- 📦 REL Carbon Special Black Label subwoofer
- 🔌 Mains power lead (region specific)
- 🔌 Neutrik® Speakon interconnect (nominal 10 metres supplied)
- 📘 User manual and warranty documentation
- 🧰 Line array couplers / mounting hardware (if applicable)
- 🧵 Cloth grille (standard)
🔄 Compatibility
Built to integrate with two‑channel separates, integrated amplifiers, AV receivers and processors. Use the High‑Level Speakon® connection to unify tonal and timing characteristics with your main speakers, or use Low‑Level RCA / .1 LFE XLR for dedicated LFE outputs. Ideal for large rooms, theatre line‑arrays and systems demanding reference bass performance.
📦✈️ Shipping & Returns
- 📦 Insured worldwide delivery — tracked shipping
- 🔄 14‑day return policy (subject to original packaging & condition)
- 🛡️ Manufacturer warranty — register with REL for local terms
- 📌 Shipping ETA suggestion: Baltics 2–4 days | Europe 2–8 days — confirm stock prior to purchase
📝 Reviews
"Carbon Special Black Label brings Reference technologies into a subwoofer that is both explosive and refined." — REL (product literature)
"The Carbon Special's ultra‑light carbon cone reveals exceptional resolution and transient speed." — press / dealer summaries
"A sub for serious systems — huge output, controlled low end and musical authority." — reviewer / retailer commentary
⚠️ Warning
⚠️ Audiophile warning: Ownership of the Carbon Special Black Label may induce sudden urges to convert your living room into a screening room, buy additional subs for "perfect symmetry", and recite crossover theory at dinner parties. Handle with respect (and a friend to help lift — it’s heavy!).
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The device is good quality and it sounds really great. But it has two issues.
You cannot switch between L/R channels. It lowers both channels volume. The issue is mentioned on FiiO website.
It has LineOut function, where device is playing on max volume and you can use your computer volume bar, but it is so loud that even on the lowest set it is screaming, so you have to choose another option and adjust volume on FiiO device instead.
I wish I knew it before buying.
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Great product, excellent service - got it in 2 days after ordering to Lithuania. Thanks guys!