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Introducing the REL T-9 Sub-Bass System
The T-9 was developed and designed to bring true REL sub-bass performance
to audiophiles on a budget without sacrificing any of the traditional
REL Sub-Bass System strengths. You'll find the same cabinetry design
and build techniques, quality of parts, unique connectivity and
the stunning slam and depth found on even the most costly REL models.
The REL T-9 sits at the top of the Serie T range in both price
and performance point. Bettering the T-7 by virtue of the use of
a 10" active drive unit and a more powerful 300 - watt power
amplifier, it is more a appropriate choice for the largest of rooms,
home cinema systems and best mated with larger speakers.
The T-9 is capable of slam and depth due to the exceptional strength
and bracing incorporated in the enclosure. For example, the bracing
is wedged into channels on both the side and top walls enhancing
the "energy control" abilities of the cabinet resulting
in clearer and deeper bass. Much like the principals that determine
the sound of an acoustic musical instrument, the control of resonance
and vibration results in a high degree of musical clarity. Even
the aluminum feet, due to their high mass and strength, contribute
to the enclosure's overall inertness.
REL Connectivity
A special proprietary REL High-Level Input cable is provided with
each REL Sub-Bass System and is the preferred method of connecting
the REL to your main speakers. This cable joins the REL to your
system by connecting to the left and right channel speaker terminals
of your amplifier or surround-sound receiver. This allows the REL
to receive the exact same signal as your main speakers, providing
for a seamless integration of low frequencies into your system.
This is a very important point and together with REL'ss Natural
RollOff™ circuitry, ensures far superior system integration
of the Sub-Bass System with the main system. The High-Level connection
is active whether you use your system in two-channel music or surround-sound
mode. This connectivity method offers noticeable sonic improvements
over the common RCA low-level interface by not only delivering the
missing low frequencies by creating the realization of a "lifelike
illuminated acoustic space", otherwise known as the "REL
effect." Virtually any conventional separate power amplifier,
integrated amplifier or receiver can be used with REL Sub-Bass Systems.
Even most Class D amplifiers can interface as REL incorporates REL-D™
circuitry providing the appropriate impedance and grounding for
digital amplification.
REL Theater Reference™
In order to take full advantage of the Low Frequency Effects channel
(LFE), a channel intended for low-frequency content in film soundtracks,
REL provided a .1/LFE input. Most multi-channel processors or surround-sound
receivers incorporate a special subwoofer output that bypasses any
internal crossover circuitry. It is with this output LFE content
can be accurately reproduced and controlled independently of the
High-Level input signal. Additionally, both High-Level and .1/LFE
signals can be used and adjusted simultaneously in a multi-channel
system. By supporting both main, centre and surround speakers with
bass reinforcement, your system will sound more realistic, musical
and alive through improved dynamics, range and scale of the music
or film score.
T-9 Features:
• Custom-designed 10" long-throw active down-firing drive
units and 10" front-firing passive radiator.
• Powerful 300 watt Class A/B power amplifier.
• 3 Separate Rotary Controls for (1) Hi/Low Level (2) .1/LFE
Level (3) Crossover Frequency.
• Dedicated inputs for Hi Level (Speakon), Low Level (RCA)
and .1 (RCA) each with individual volume control. Speaker level
and the LFE input can be used simultaneously.
• Extremely low crossover points that allow seamless "blending"
with any loudspeaker.
• Accommodation of Dolby Digital AC3, DTS, MPEG 2 and any
other digital sound format that includes a dedicated Low Frequency
Effects (LFE) channel.
• Proprietary REL-D™ digital amplifier input provides
the appropriate Impedance and grounding environment for most Class
D amplifiers
• 9 coats of hand-rubbed piano gloss black lacquer or high-gloss
white.
• Nickel plated steel hardware throughout. Milled aluminum
feet.
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