RSW-12
SPECIFICATIONS
ENCLOSURE TYPE 12'' Bass-reflex via 12'' passive radiator
AMPLIFIER BASH digital hybrid
FTC Rated Power: 625 watts continuous @ <1%THD
Dynamic Power*: 2400 watts @ <1%THD
AUTO POWER 2 second ON delay, 15 minute OFF delay
BANDWIDTH 22-120Hz ± 3dB
MAXIMUM OUTPUT 119dB @ 30Hz 1/8 space, 1 meter
LOW PASS Continuously variable from 40-120Hz
CROSSOVER 36dB/octave slope above 120Hz
INPUTS Two line level RCA phono jacks,
low pass enable/disable switch for LFE mode
OUTPUTS Two line level RCA phono jacks (unfiltered)
PHASE Switchable 0-180 degrees
DRIVE COMPONENTS One 12'' (30.5cm) Cerametallic cone woofer
and one 12'' (30.5cm) Cerametallic cone
passive radiator
NET WEIGHT 58 lbs. (26.3kg)
HEIGHT 16.2" (41.1cm)
WIDTH 15.6" (39.6cm)
DEPTH 22.8" (57.9cm) w/grille, 21.5'' w/o grille
FINISH Black Ash woodgrain vinyl
VOLTAGE 110/120 VAC 60Hz
EXPORT VERSION 230 VAC 50/60Hz
Dual 12'' Powered Subwoofer
The RSW-12 powered subwoofer extends and
intensifies low-frequency output in any audio
system. Whether providing all the bass for a
system built around small satellites or filling in
and reinforcing the bottom end for full-range
speakers, it dramatically enhances sonic
impact and emotional intensity.
The RSW-12 has a rear-firing active driver
and a front-mounted passive radiator, both
with 12-inch Cerametallic™ cones and rigid,
low-resonance cast-aluminum frames. The
active driver’s large magnet structure and
high-temperature voice coil enable it to deliver
rich, clean, thunderous bass down to the
bottom of the audible frequency range without
sacrificing clarity and detail. It is powered by a
high-efficiency BASH®digital hybrid amplifier,
capable of 2400 watts dynamic power output.
The passive radiator enables the RSW-12 to
generate high levels of very deep bass from a
sensibly sized enclosure.
To ensure seamless blending with a system’s
main speakers, the RSW-12 incorporates an
exceptionally steep 36dB/octave low-pass
electronic crossover with a continuously
variable frequency control and a phase switch.
A bypass switch allows direct connection to
the subwoofer amplifier for use with the
crossover built into an A/V preamp or receiver.
The RSW-12’s level control is mounted on
the side of the cabinet for easy access. Input
is line-level via a stereo pair of RCA jacks;
another pair of RCA jacks provides unfiltered
output for connection to a second subwoofer
or other component. An “auto power” feature
enables the subwoofer to turn on and off
automatically.
Dynamic power indicates the actual power this amplifier will deliver to the woofer under normal operating
conditions. While the FTC power rating indicates power available on a continuous, long-term basis, subwoofers
do not rely on that type of power. Instead, the amplifier is called upon to deliver large, short-term peaks of
power to be able to support the wide dynamics required by today’s digital music and movie formats. In
addition to the required FTC power rating, we’ve provided the dynamic power rating as a better indication of
the product’s true performance.
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All specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2004
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■ Cerametallic cone driver and passive radiator, cast-aluminum frames
■ High-efficiency BASH digital hybrid amplifier with very high power output
■ Steep-slope 36dB/octave crossover filter with bypass option
■ Side-mounted level control for easy adjustment
■ Auto power feature turns sub on and off automatically
