Nostala FT12 is a Ported type Powered Subwoofer by Emotiva with a frequency range of 25-150 Hz. It was released in 2025. It features 1 x 12" Paper Woofer, and powered by a Class D 800 watts amplifier.
The Nostala subwoofer: a 12 inch high-excursion paper cone on an 800 W Class D amplifier, dual flared front ports, walnut veneer on every surface, and internal 56-bit DSP room correction with a calibrated microphone in the box. 117.5 dB peak.
Nostala FT12 is a member of Emotiva's Nostala series of Powered subwoofers. Below you can see the main specs of these subwoofers as well as review and comparison links.
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Frequency Response
Emotiva Nostala FT12 has a Frequency response range of 25-150 Hz at ±3dB. With the help of its 1 x 12-inch driver and 800 watts RMS amplifier, the Nostala FT12 can go as low as 25 Hz which doesn't quite offer full range sound (20Hz-2kHZ) but it gets really close.
Here we have a comparison of how Nostala FT12's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Powered Subwoofers
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Among all subwoofers in our database with a max MSRP price of 2000$, these are the 5 Powered Subwoofer models that can reach deeper bass levels than the Emotiva Nostala FT12's 25Hz:
Inputs and Outputs
- PreampLevel Inputs: Stereo RCA/LFE, XLR
Emotiva Nostala FT12 External Dimensions and Weight
Emotiva Nostala FT12 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 19-1/2 x 15-1/4 x 20inch (495.0 x 387.0 x 508.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Emotiva Nostala FT12 is approximately 1966.0cm2 / 304.7inch2.
WeightThe Emotiva Nostala FT12 weighs 30.84kg / 67.8lbs. Weight of a subwoofer is an important factor when you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. Here is a comparison of how Nostala FT12's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Cabinet type and Materials
Emotiva Nostala FT12 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Ported subwoofers are generally accepted to be more suitable for home theatre systems whereas the sealed designs are preferred for music oriented systems.
Port Position
Emotiva Nostala FT12 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Does the Emotiva Nostala FT12 come with a Grille?
Nostala FT12 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Emotiva Nostala FT12.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Emotiva Nostala FT12 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Emotiva Nostala FT12
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand | Emotiva |
| Full Model Name | Emotiva Nostala FT12 |
| Type | Powered Subwoofer |
| Release Date | 2025 |
| Frequency Response | 25-150 Hz |
| Enclosure Type | Ported |
| Enclosure | Bass Reflex |
| Firing Direction | Front |
| Port Position | rear |
Amplifier & Driver |
| Power (RMS) | 800 watts |
| Amplifier Type | Class D |
| Woofer | 12-inch Paper |
| Controls & Connections |
| Phase Control | Yes |
| Line-level Inputs | Stereo RCA/LFE, XLR |
Physical |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 19-1/2" x 15-1/4" x 20" (495.0 x 387.0 x 508.0mm) |
| Weight | 30.84kg ( 67.99 lbs) |
| Grille | Yes |
| Parts Warranty | 5 Years |
| Labor Warranty | 5 Years |