{"product_id":"rel-pl-1-subwoofer","title":"REL PL-1 Subwoofer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Available to pre-order now, with UK orders expected to be available from 29th June. This product will only be available for collection from our Lincolnshire showroom or for local home installs. Please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expressiveaudio.com\/pages\/get-in-touch\" title=\"Contact Details for Expressive Audio | Lincolnshire's HiFi, Home Cinema \u0026amp; Multiroom Experts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e if you have any queries.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-items-center mt-3 pt-1 pt-md-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePrecision in a Smaller Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlanar PL-1 brings true REL performance to smaller and medium-sized rooms where traditional subwoofers often feel intrusive or impractical. Designed to work in close relationship with the wall behind it, PL-1 uses boundary effect coupling to deliver deep, articulate bass from an ultra-thin form that integrates naturally into the living space without taking it over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mt-3 pt-1 pt-lg-0 mb-0 key-features-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300-Watt Pure Class D Amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual 6.5” Long-Throw Drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10” Boundary-Coupled Passive Radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-Thin Cabinet for Near- or On-Wall Placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-In Airship Direct Wireless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional Cart for Flexible Placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eDeep Bass, Minimal Space\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fs-xl lh-xl life-style-content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-none d-md-block\" data-description=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible performance in an ultra-thin form.\u003cbr\u003eTraditional subwoofers demand space and careful placement to perform at their best.\u003cbr\u003ePL-1 takes a different approach. By working in close relationship with the wall behind it, Planar uses boundary effect coupling to project bass into the room with surprising depth, clarity, and scale. The result is performance that feels far larger than the product itself. Whether mounted directly on-wall or placed close to the wall using the optional Cart, PL-1 adapts easily to a wide range of spaces and systems. In many ways, it’s become the Swiss Army Knife of REL subwoofers—equally effective in music systems, compact theaters, and spaces where traditional subwoofers simply don’t work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eDesigned to Fit Naturally\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePL-1 was designed for rooms where space matters as much as performance. Its ultra-thin cabinet, flowing edges, and deep lacquer finishes allow it to integrate naturally into smaller and medium-sized living spaces where traditional subwoofers can feel oversized or intrusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in Gloss Piano Black or Gloss White Lacquer, PL-1 can either blend quietly into the room or sit within it more intentionally. Thoughtful details, including recessed controls, concealed cable management, and optional wood grille upgrades, reinforce a design philosophy where performance and presence are carefully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help manage the interaction between the cabinet and the wall, Planar incorporates REL’s VIMAR (Vibration Isolation Material and Resonance Control) system. Integrated into the mounting brackets, VIMAR reduces the transfer of unwanted energy into the wall while preserving the speed and integrity of the bass. The result is cleaner, more controlled low-frequency performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eDual Drivers. Dynamic Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePL-1 uses twin long-throw 6.5\" drivers specially developed from proven REL driver platforms to deliver fast, dynamic bass from an ultra-thin cabinet. Working together, the dual-driver configuration increases surface area and impact while preserving the speed, articulation, and control that define REL performance. The result is deep, engaging bass that brings music and theater systems to life without overwhelming smaller and medium-sized rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoundary-Coupled Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA specially tuned 10\" long-stroke passive radiator fires toward the wall behind Planar, using boundary effect coupling to reinforce and expand low-frequency output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith significant excursion and precise tuning, it transforms the wall into part of the acoustic system producing surprising depth and scale from a cabinet only inches thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eCompact Form. Serious Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePL-1 is powered by a 300-watt Pure Class D amplifier engineered to deliver fast dynamics and exceptional control from an ultra-thin platform. Proven across thousands of REL subwoofers, this latest generation design combines high current delivery with long-term reliability, allowing PL-1 to produce deep, articulate bass with remarkable composure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConservatively rated at 300 watts, the amplifier delivers substantially greater real-world output under demanding conditions. The result is effortless performance for both music and theater systems while remaining efficient, cool-running, and dependable over years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-3 h3\"\u003eWireless Freedom Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePL-1 includes Airship Direct wireless technology as a fully integrated part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo external modules.\u003cbr\u003eNo visible cable runs.\u003cbr\u003eNo complicated setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe receiver is built in, pre-paired, and ready to go allowing you to position PL-1 where it performs best without compromising the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust connect power, place it, and listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specifications-main mb-6 pb-1 mb-md-9 pb-md-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-0 fw-semibold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"random_columns mt-4 mt-lg-6 pt-lg-1 fs-14-15\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e(2) Front-firing active woofers, (1) Rear-firing passive radiator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eActive Driver Size \u0026amp; Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e(2) 6.5in. (165mm) FibreAlloy cone, long-throw, steel chassis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003ePassive Radiator Size \u0026amp; Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e10in. (250mm) FibreAlloy cone, steel chassis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eLow Frequency Extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e-6 dB at 31 Hz, in room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eInput Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eHIGH-LEVEL Neutrik SpeakOn, LOW-LEVEL RCA, LFE RCA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eOutput Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003ePower Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e300 watts (RMS)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eAmplifier Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003ePure Class D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eWireless Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eBuilt-in Wireless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eDual Parametric Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eGloss Piano Black or Gloss White Lacquer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specifications-main mb-6 pb-1 mb-md-9 pb-md-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-0 fw-semibold\"\u003eProtection System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"random_columns mt-4 mt-lg-6 pt-lg-1 fs-14-15\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eFully Electronic Set Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eD.C. Fault\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eOutput Short\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eMains Input Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100-240 volts selectable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eFuses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5A for 230V operation, 5A for 120V operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specifications-main\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-0\"\u003eSupplied Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"random_columns fs-md mt-4 mt-lg-6 pt-lg-1 fs-14-15\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eMains Lead\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eYes, 90 degree to permit on wall mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eNeutrik Speakon\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eYes. 1.5m cable intended for use with AirShip Direct™ transmitter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eInterconnect\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eSupplied Accessories: Power adapter, HIGH-LEVEL cable, X2 RCA cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pe-md-1\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-6 col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW x H x D \u003cbr\u003e20.6 x 19.4 x 5.7in. \u003cbr\u003e(522 x 492 x 144mm) Add 1.5in. \u003cbr\u003e(39mm) depth for on wall bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-6 mt-lg-6 col-md-12 pt-lg-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"mb-02 pb-2  d-block fw-medium text-primary\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e41.6lbs. 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