REL ACOUSTICS T/9x Special Edition active subwoofer > Audiograde review

The special edition REL Acoustics T/9x SE subwoofer in Italian red may be a little too racy for some hifi fans, but I love the vibe this strikingly colourful sub-bass speaker brings to my listening room. It’s more than a flashy supercar paint job to one of REL’s most popular mid-series models, though. This limited edition version of the Serie T/x flagship sports an upgraded centre cap to the forward-firing ‘attack’ driver and a re-tuned chassis suspension for faster low frequency handling and scale.

Performance

The system’s sound with the T/9x SE in place has all the depth I’ve come to expect, and the track’s ultra deep bass notes are clear and more audible in my room without over driving it. There’s more clarity around the main drums, too, and I’m convinced these sound richer and more natural with the T/9x SE in place.

In Summary

The courageous colour choice may not be for everyone. But in a sector that’s traditionally offered sub-bass systems in black or wood finishes, the limited edition REL Acoustics T/9x SE is shaking up the market in more ways than one.
Connectivity options aren’t quite as wide as systems further up the company’s range, and if you already own an original T/9x then the SE version may not be a major upgrade. On the other hand, for first time buyers looking for a mid-sized, sub-bass speaker system that looks as hot as it sounds, the REL Acoustics T/9x SE builds on the popular flagship, and is a top recommendation at the price. Grab it while it’s hot!
- Lee Dunkley, December 2024, Audiograde

REL T9x SE
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