REL Acoustics T/5x

Praised by Experts

• ✓Reviewers highlight the subwoofer’s realistic bass tones and impressive power for its compact size.
• ✓Described as “so much more articulate” and capable of “starting and stopping on a dime,” indicating excellent transient response.
• ✓Class A/B topology praised for delivering a sense of control and musicality, especially on nuanced musical passages.
• ✓Large toroidal transformers and power supplies provide roughly 2 dB more output than the previous T‑5 model.
• ✓Down‑firing orientation maximizes floor coupling and integrates naturally with speakers without a grille.

Criticized by Experts

• ✗Professional assessments note the 32 Hz low‑frequency limit, which is shallower than larger REL models.
• ✗The T‑5x is positioned as a “better fit for some than the T‑7x or T‑9x,” implying reduced output for larger rooms.
• ✗Sealed design may limit deep bass extension compared to ported competitors.
• ✗Lack of built‑in wireless requires an additional Arrow system purchase.
• ✗Higher price relative to other subwoofers with similar driver size and Class‑D efficiency.