RT-12d

RT-12d Subwoofer

A force to be reckoned with, the Reference Series RT-12d Digitally Controlled Subwoofer (DCS™) sets a new standard for hard-hitting bass performance. With its high-end materials and rock-solid construction, this flagship powerhouse delivers low-frequency effects with commanding authority.

Features

  • Three ultra high-output 12-inch Cerametallic™ drivers
  • 800-watt RMS amplifier
  • Triangular-shaped
  • Digital user-interface
  • IR sensor

Detailed Description

Featuring a triangular-shaped, small footprint design, the RT-12d employs three ultra high-output 12-inch Cerametallic™ drivers (one front-firing woofer, two rear-firing passive radiators) and a potent 800-watt RMS amplifier. Fitting nicely into a corner, the RT-12d's unique enclosure style allows the passive radiators to face both walls of the corner for maximum output.

Through proprietary DCS technology, this subwoofer gives you more control and flexibility with different source material. The DCS digital user-interface offers quick and easy adjustment of all functions, including three equalization modes (flat, depth and punch) and five user-adjustable presets (music, movie, night and two name-your-own settings) to create specific listening preferences. 

By utilizing a patent-pending auto room correction process, formally known as Adaptive Room Correction™ or ARC, and the included calibration microphone, the RT-12d ensures ideal performance in every listening area at the touch of a button. It also comes with an IR sensor for operation from any learning remote or control system.

Meticulously crafted in a cherry or black ash wood veneer finish, the RT-12d has an elegance and style that perfectly anchors your home theater or two-channel stereo music system.

Want to know how to get the best bass in your space? Visit our subwoofer FAQ section.

RT-12d Specifications

frequency response19-120Hz +/-3dB
amplifier powerFTC Rated Power: 800 watts continuous @ <2% THD / Dynamic Power*: 2000 watts
maximum acoustic output120dB @ 30Hz 1/8 space, 1m
drive componentsUltra-high-excursion 12" (30.5cm) Cerametallic™ cone, front-firing woofer
Dual ultra-high-excursion 12" (30.5cm) Cerametallic™ cone, rear-firing passive radiators
amplifierBASH® digital hybrid
enclosure typeBass-reflex via dual rear-firing passive radiators
inputsL/R Line-level RCA jacks, USB 2.0
outputsL/R Line-level RCA jacks (passthru)
height18.75" (47.6cm)
width24" (61cm)
depth21.75" (55.2cm)
weight71lbs (32.2kg)
featuresDCS control and feature set w/ 5 system presets and ARC™ Adaptive Room Correction
finishesCherry or Black Ash wood veneer
voltage110/120 VAC 60Hz
export voltage220 VAC 50/60Hz
built from2006

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* Prices are US MSRP and may vary by country.

More Photos

  • RT-12d (grill on)
  • RT-12d Lifestyle (corner)
  • 2006 Best of CES Logo
  • RT-12d Cherry

Awards

    S&V Editors Choice Award Logo 2007 Mark of Excellence Award Logo

Reviews

"The RT-12d cabinet orients the passive radiators into the corner walls for maximum output. Then again, you don't have to put the RT-12d in the corner; I didn't, and I still achieved excellent results."
- Steve Guttenberg, Home Theater [10/1/2007]

"While some correction systems can smooth one or two room response peaks, the Klipsch can handle up to eight room modes. Thus, you hear a remarkably smooth-sounding bass response."
- Steve Guttenberg, Home Theater [10/1/2007]

"Monstrous performance and slick design characterize this subwoofer, which we honored with one of our 2006 Editors' Choice Awards."
- Sound & Vision [6/1/2007]

“The RT-12d performed brilliantly in my space, taking its place among the best subs I’ve ever tested.”
- Daniel Kumin, Sound & Vision [11/1/2006]

“The RT-12d sub is a sophisticated beast … Here I need say only that it equaled the best subwoofer performance I’ve heard in my room. Its room compensation seemed to work: Bottom-end sound was audibly tighter (but no less deep).”
- Daniel Kumin, Sound & Vision [11/1/2006]

“… the Klipsch RT-12d offers solid value with rugged good looks, an advanced digital user-interface, an impressive auto-EQ system, and balanced performance on movies and music.”
- Ed Mullen, Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity [12/7/2006]

“I like the triangular design of the RT-12d; it helps the subwoofer appear smaller, and it tucks into corners nicely.”
- Ed Mullen, Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity [12/7/2006]

“… the RT-12d has a muscular character befitting its Klipsch heritage. When pushed past its safe output limits, the subwoofer always remains well behaved and does not bottom out or exhibit audible overload artifacts.”
- Ed Mullen, Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity [12/7/2006]

“Klipsch scores big with the Room Correction feature; it’s incredibly easy to use and always works well – just the ticket for today’s plug-n-play consumer.”
- Ed Mullen, Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity [12/7/2006]

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