The REL HT/1003 MKII delivers ‘edge-of-seat’ excitement from a more room-friendly subwoofer design.

Twice as loud as before
The original HT/1003 was certainly no slouch in the impact department, but the new REL HT/1003 MKII now delivers sound that’s up to twice as loud. Featuring a new CarbonGlas 8 inch woofer and a much-improved 300 watt amplifier, the MKII version optimises its hardware for greater slam with less distortion. With its appetite for powerful dynamics, this ‘baby’ REL brings a heightened realism to everything from action movies to shoot ‘em up gaming.

Power with control
Although the HT/1003 MKII goes deep and loud it doesn’t do this at the expense of sound quality. The sub uses an array of PerfectFilters and a rigid cabinet to produce a low distortion, highly realistic bass. This means that a bass guitar, for example, actually sound like the real thing, rather than just a one-note bass sound. REL’s PerfectFilters include an analogue subsonic filter that minimises the effect of soundtrack infra-noise. This helps push the distortion threshold higher, maximising the bass unit’s performance.

Optional HT-Air* for wireless connectivity
If you’d like to cut out the cable, then check out REL’s industry-leading HT-Air wireless system. Unlike other wireless subs, the HT-Air uses a unique, zero compression, system developed exclusively by REL. Using a state-of-the-art chipset, the HT-Air wireless transmitter offers flawless signal quality with zero compression. Delivering a latency (lag) figure of just 16-20 milliseconds, it’s hugely superior to the more common Bluetooth method of wireless connection. Put simply, the bass keeps up and stays in time with the action.

*Available at additional cost.

Surprisingly stylish
Rarely known for their good looks, subwoofers are often the least attractive and most difficult to accommodate home cinema components. The REL HT/1003 MKII seeks to change that. Rounded edges and elegant feet reduce visual bulk, making this subwoofer harmonise with your interior better than most. The black textured finish has an aluminium look which contrasts with the sleek gloss top plate. Considering its 10 inch bass driver, the sub is relatively compact, too.

Adjust to suit your room
A selection of controls, handily labelled to be read from above, make it easy to fine-tune the REL to your room. The level control establishes the volume while the Crossover control gives seamless integration with your existing speakers. If your room dictates that the sub is positioned behind you, then simply flick the phase switch and the sub corrects the sound to match your other speakers. If it’s tucked out of sight, then use the Auto power function for hands-free power-up.

Hear the bottom end that you’ve been missing out on, with the REL HT/1003 MKII.