Rel Acoustics HT/1003 10" 300 Watt Home Theater Subwoofer

SKU: RELHT1003

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Mun L : This HT/1003 subwoofer specs stated optional 'Wireless' - how does that connection work?BENJAMIN E : You’d have to buy a wireless transmitter. REL makes one called the HT-Air Wireless but there are others out there too.SCOTT P : You would need to look for a wireless transmitter. REL has a pair, other companies make them as well. I see no reason why you could not use other companies with these subs. Anyway, those transmitted make a wireless link between your receiver and your sub. Allowing you to place your sub separate from your receiver. Or at least without having one long cable connecting back to it. Your mileage may vary on the availability of the REL part (HT-Air). Found for just under one hundred dollars on a site and unavailable off amazon. Good luck.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?James P : First, REL makes superb subwoofers. REL only makes subwoofers. The quality and performance is outstanding. This is my third REL. The HT series digs deep and is all the power you need. I ordered the smaller one to go with my center channel specifically. Perfect size for what I need.BRIAN C : Quality brand, small size.TOMAS M : Heard it at Best BuyRON J : Reviews were good.

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2021-08-26T08:32:26

Rated 4 out of 5

I am pleased with this purchase.

Very fast, very tight base. I like the small footprint, very easy to place in the room. I wish it had a remote to adjust volume & phase. For me, once the Subwoofer was placed, it is not convenient to reach to the back to make adjustments. Overall, very pleased with sound, I do recommend.

Brian C.

2021-08-12T10:07:32

Rated 5 out of 5

HT/1003 delivers the music, too

I took a chance on the HT/1003 because I heard that it had a great musical output. I love my Wharfedale floor standers, but I wanted more accurate low end than they can produce. I only use it for 2 channel listening so I was pretty unimpressed at first. Although, after following the REL break in procedure I am captivated by how this blends with my system. I always wanted a REL in my system after hearing one 15 years ago. I can only imagine how good the T/x series sounds. But. for now I'm satisfied with the 1003 in my Mid-Fi setup.

Ron T.

2021-02-27T13:22:26

Rated 5 out of 5

HT1003...perfect for Hime Theater

Bought one of these in february 2021 and I am not disappointed....its got all the bang you may need for your home theater

Ola D.

2020-10-18T08:31:43

Rated 5 out of 5

Extremely happy

Very very happy with this product... Great price ! Sounds great too !!!

howard b.

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Rel Acoustics HT/1003 Specifications

General

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  • Type

    Closed box, front firing woofer

  • Active Driver Size & Material

    10", 250mm long-throw, CarbonGlas cone structure, inverted carbon fibre dust cap, steel chassis

  • Lower Frequency Extention

    -6dB at 24Hz

  • Connectors

    Input: Dual purpose Low Level stereo RCA or LFE RCA
    Output: Daisy Chain Low Level stereo RCA or LFE RCA

  • Power Output

    300 Watts (RMS)

  • Amplifier Type

    NextGen5 Class D

  • Wireless Capability

    HT Air Wireless (Optional), Zero Compression Single Large Scale Integrated Chip

  • Finish

    Line Grained Black Composite

Protection System

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  • Fully Electronic with SET-SAFE

    Yes

  • DC Fault

    Yes

  • Output Short

    Yes

  • Mains Input Voltage

    220-240 Volts, 110-120 Volts for certain markets

  • Fuses

    6.3 Amp semi delay 230 Volts operation

Physical

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  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    12.5 x 13.7 x 13.8" (318 x 347 x 351mm)

  • Weight

    33.3 lbs (15.1kg)

  • UPC Code

    857316005331

About Rel Acoustics HT/1003

FEATURED REVIEWS

HT/1003 delivers the music, too

By Ron T.

I took a chance on the HT/1003 because I heard that it had a great musical output. I love my Wharfedale floor standers, but I wanted more accurate low end than they can produce. I only use it for 2 channel listening so I was pretty unimpressed at first. Although, after following the REL break in procedure I am captivated by how this blends with my system. I always wanted a REL in my system after hearing one 15 years ago. I can only imagine how good the T/x series sounds. But. for now I'm sat...

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HT1003...perfect for Hime Theater

By Ola D.

Bought one of these in february 2021 and I am not disappointed....its got all the bang you may need for your home theater

For when there is simply neither the space nor the need for all the output of a larger HT model. HT/1003 applies the same approach as its impressive stable mate and scales it down by just a little. 10" high-powered, long throw driver and 300W means it has plenty of power on demand. This unit is intended primarily for high powered home theater applications, immersive gaming set-ups, and pairs nicely with active powered loudspeakers. Scaled down design, up-sized performance.

Compact Power & Punch - Accessible Home Theater
Our home theater-focused Serie HT line is designed specifically to answer the challenge of affordably priced, highly dynamic pure home theater powered subwoofers in a handsome, compact package that makes it easy to tuck a few of these into most environments. The HT/1003 combines a lightweight, modern 10" CarbonGlas (250 mm) driver, coupled to a powerful 300W Class D amplifier that runs cool, producing startling dynamics. Internally, we designed specially adapted home theater input filters that produce extremely flat bass down in the 20's.

We set out to build the loudest, relatively compact, affordable 10" unit available for pure home theater use. Critics are already lining up for reviews. The HT/1003 is designed to deliver the best bang (quite literally) for your buck when building a home theater system, featuring: crisp cabinet dimensions finished in an attractive, yet purposeful, line grained black aluminum-look and topped by a 12mm thick beautifully polished top that serves to damp vibrations on the critical top surface of the cabinet.

For REL owners already enjoying our Serie T/i or S subwoofers designed for both 2-channel and theater use, the HT/1003 is designed to supplement their system's .1/LFE output to produce even higher output, adding further depth to special effects to provide a true home theater experience. If you own a REL and want theater to be wildly dramatic, add in an HT (or a few).

Purpose Built - Bring on The Special Effects
HT/1003 delivers a tough, honest, purpose-built appearance designed to communicate its sole mission; extremely high output home theater at bargain pricing. The cabinet's width is minimized reducing visual mass, whilst depth is maximized to produce the deepest bass. We selected tough, high-grade, horizontally oriented line-grained composite to wrap the entire cabinet. Easily handled, easily cleaned. Yet, the top surface that one's eye sees is beautifully finished in 5 coats of hand rubbed lacquer, creating the visual appeal we've come to be known for.

Speed & Slam - Ten-Inch Carbonglas Driver
REL's driver prowess is on full display with the HT/1003, a modern 10" CarbonGlas (250mm) driver that is both lightweight and extremely stiff. While many competitors drone along with relatively slow, heavy cones HT/1003 uses tough, stiff carbon fibre over 60% of the driven surface, backed by lightweight glasfibre. Naturally, we use true high quality natural butyl surrounds as they remain soft and pliable for decades - something REL owners have come to expect. We believe the new 10" CarbonGlas driver sets a new standard for affordable, high performance theater-specific drivers.

Smart Power - Punching Beyond Its Weight Class
300 Watts: To accomplish our single-minded goal of exceedingly high output for large-scale theater in a such a compact footprint requires a special amplifier. Our NextGen5 Class D amplifier frees up interior space whilst running cool; this results in more cabinet volume and that translates into ultra-deep bass despite its modest footprint. 300 watts means the driver is never starving for power ensuring high output, delivered effortlessly in a long running, reliable design. Within HT/1003's input filter, we designed specific inverse filtering to permit our CarbonGlas driver to extend much deeper than conventional designs.

HT-Air - Zero Compression Wireless Compatable
There is wireless and there is REL wireless. We are well-known for having the finest wireless purpose-built systems in the component audio world. Though HT-Air is affordable, it retains our corporate fixation on zero compression and maximum dynamics. HT-Air is designed to leave old fashioned Bluetooth-based systems in the dust, delivery latency in the 16-20 millisecond range. This permits owners to place their HT model wherever it works best for you without resorting to unsightly cables being strewn across the landscape of your living room.

What's in the box:

  • HT/1003 10 " 300 Watt Home Theater Subwoofer
  • AC Power Adapter
  • Users Manual
  • Rel Acoustics 3 Year Warranty