{"product_id":"rel-carbon-special-black-label-12-active-subwoofer","title":"REL Carbon Special Black Label 12” Active Subwoofer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"align-items-center mt-3 pt-1 pt-md-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReference Performance, Distilled for Precision and Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Special Black Label represents the pinnacle of Serie S in a more compact form bringing Reference-level technology into a medium-scale chassis without compromise. At its core is a 12\" all-carbon fibre driver closely related to our No.31 Reference, paired with a more powerful amplifier and increased cabinet volume. The result is breathtaking dynamics, speed, and nuance, delivering commanding bass that feels as refined as it is authoritative.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mt-3 pt-1 pt-lg-0 mb-0 key-features-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e900-watt Linear Class D Amplifier for effortless dynamics and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12\" Carbon Fibre Active Driver with 12\" down-firing Passive Radiator for depth and speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered cabinet and driver design for scale, clarity, and musical nuance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for stereo pairs, line arrays, and high-performance theater systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium wood grille included. Crafted from natural materials, each grille features unique grain and color variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eAchingly Beautiful\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Special Black Label pulls together the finest elements of Serie S design. Its cabinet proportions, inspired from our Reference line, achieve a natural sense of scale. Subtle black crown inlays along the sidewalls and curved stainless-steel handles recessed into elliptical returns underscore its unique position within the range. Beneath each rail, knurled billet cylinders permit precise leveling, while thick internal aluminum slabs anchor the handles for safe stacking in Line Arrays. Each unit also includes a premium wood grille that adds warmth while enhancing airflow for greater dynamics. A design where beauty and performance converge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eDriven to Perfection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe down-firing passive radiator in the new Carbon Special Black Label is an elevated component, hand-selected to meet the tightest tolerances within our design parameters. Each is chosen for its ability to deliver the most precise pistonic behavior, resulting in greater transparency and control than any prior generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e At REL, development begins with the driver the foundation of sonic character. For the Carbon Special Black Label, we designed a 12\" all-carbon fibre unit capable of handling three times the peak power of its predecessor. A newly engineered suspension allows the cone to travel over 60mm front to back, producing extraordinary dynamics with complete control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The result is bass that is effortless, powerful, and fluid, extending lower with more authority than ever before. Whether capturing the subtle textures of live music or the impact of modern cinematic soundtracks, this latest-generation driver system redefines what’s possible across the medium-chassis class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eAmped Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Special Black Label is powered by a 900-watt hybrid amplifier that combines the rich current delivery of Class A\/B monoblocks with the efficiency of a Class D output stage. A 15-pound power transformer and extensive heatsinking form the foundation for high-current performance, adding to the model’s weight and commanding authority. This design sustains peaks of 1,250 watts with ease, delivering louder, cleaner, and more controlled bass than any previous medium-chassis REL. The result is an amplifier that unites raw power with the composure and finesse that define Black Label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAnalog Filtered to Perfection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe choose analog because it is the only way to achieve truly natural sound. All REL input filters are 100% analog—among the fastest ever offered in a subwoofer. At the core is our renowned High Level Input, which connects directly to the speaker outputs of your main amplifier. This doesn’t draw power; instead, it carries the full sonic signature of your system, allowing REL to blend seamlessly with your speakers—a quality reviewers have praised for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor systems where High Level isn’t possible, our low-level input uses the same analog filter circuit, available via both RCA and XLR connections, to deliver the speed, naturalness, and integration REL is known for. And in theater or dual-use systems, REL uniquely allows High Level and .1\/LFE to run together—so music benefits from natural integration, while movies deliver the full impact intended by the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eSerie S Line Array\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREL’s Line Arrays are revered for producing sound staging and dynamics that rival the world’s finest systems. Designed to grow in pairs, a Line Array can begin with a simple stereo pair, expand with a second, and ultimately rise to three units per channel, delivering floor-to-ceiling authority and scale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Special Black Label models now feature a precision-milled knurled aluminum adjustment knob integrated into the body rails. This knob allows the bottom subwoofer in a Line Array to achieve perfect level on uneven or soft flooring such as thick-pile carpets or dual-pad installations ensuring a safer, more stable foundation. Purpose-built exclusively for Line Array use, these adjustment knobs enable ideal setup and secure performance without compromise.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Note: 212 Black Label does not include these adjustment knobs.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Special Black Label was engineered from the ground up to support the step-by-step build of a Line Array system. Each unit includes precision mechanical couplers that lock the upper and middle subwoofers to the anchor REL below, ensuring rigidity and optimal acoustic coupling. Proven at international shows and in private listening rooms, Carbon Special Black Label Line Arrays achieve true state-of-the-art performance even when paired with stand-mounted monitors or compact floor standers in medium-sized rooms. Imagine the presence and impact of a half-million-dollar system, brought to life in a modest space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eWired For Sound…Wirelessly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes 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 Carbon Special 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, uncompromised: Airship Direct™.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"552\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 414pt;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"196\" style=\"mso-width-source: userset; mso-width-alt: 6842; width: 147pt;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"356\" style=\"mso-width-source: userset; mso-width-alt: 12427; width: 267pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"19\" style=\"height: 14.5pt;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"19\" class=\"xl65\" width=\"196\" style=\"height: 14.5pt; width: 147pt;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"356\" style=\"width: 267pt;\"\u003eFront-firing active driver, down-firing passive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"39\" style=\"height: 29.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"39\" class=\"xl65\" width=\"196\" style=\"height: 29.0pt; width: 147pt;\"\u003eActive Driver Size \u0026amp; Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"356\" style=\"width: 267pt;\"\u003e12 in. 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