Classic 98 is a Sealed type Powered Subwoofer by REL with a frequency range of 27-120 Hz. It was released in 2023. It features 1 x 10" Woofer, and powered by a 300 watts amplifier.
Classic 98 is a member of REL's Classic series of Powered subwoofers. The Classic range are REL's retro-styled powered subwoofers, voiced for music. Below you can see the main specs of these subwoofers as well as review and comparison links.
REL Classic Series Subwoofers
Frequency Response
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REL Classic 98 has a Frequency response range of 27-120 Hz. With the help of its 1 x 10-inch driver and 300 watts RMS amplifier, the Classic 98 can go as low as 27 Hz which doesn't quite offer full range sound (20Hz-2kHZ) but it gets really close.
Here we have a comparison of how Classic 98'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 priced under $1,500, these are the 5 Powered Subwoofer models that can reach deeper bass levels than the REL Classic 98's 27Hz:
Inputs and Outputs
REL Classic 98 External Dimensions and Weight
REL Classic 98 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) (476.3 x 350.8 x 352.4mm ).
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 REL Classic 98 is approximately 1236.2cm2 / 191.6inch2.
Millimetres are hard to picture, so here is the REL Classic 98 drawn to scale next to the Polk Monitor XT12, the subwoofer our readers compare it with most often.
Size, drawn to scale
Both subwoofers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same floor and pushed back to the same wall, so the bigger one visibly takes more of the room.
Polk Monitor XT12 needs about 60% more floor area. Polk Monitor XT12 stands 133mm further into the room. REL Classic 98 is 58mm taller.
Full comparison: REL Classic 98 vs Polk Monitor XT12 ›
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WeightThe REL Classic 98 weighs 22.36kg / 49.2lbs. 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 Classic 98's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Weight
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Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the REL Classic 98.
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand | REL |
| Full Model Name | REL Classic 98 |
| Type | Powered Subwoofer |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Frequency Response | 27-120 Hz |
| Enclosure Type | Sealed |
Amplifier & Driver |
| Woofer | 10-inch |
| Controls & Connections |
Physical |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 18-3/4" x 13-13/16" x 13-7/8" (476.3 x 350.8 x 352.4mm) |
| Weight | 22.36 kg (49.3 lbs) |
| Parts Warranty | 3 Years |
| Labor Warranty | 3 Years |