Connection context
Inputs: High Level Neutrik Speakon, Low Level RCA, LFE RCA. Outputs: None. Wireless: HT-Air MKII supports low-level or LFE only; AirShip II is also manufacturer-listed as a separately sold option.
REL ACOUSTICS · SUBWOOFERS
Classic 98
A down-firing 10-inch driver and 300-watt Class D amplifier support systems where visual integration matters as much as musical integration. REL describes the Classic series as warmer in character; the actual result still depends on the system and room.
$2,799
2-year standard Australian warrantyAvailable to order in Australia. Stock and delivery timing are confirmed for each enquiry.Base single-unit configuration. Optional finishes, grilles, accessories, pairs and arrays are confirmed separately.
Free shipping Australia-wide. Change-of-mind returns are not accepted. This does not limit rights available under Australian Consumer Law.
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WHO IT IS FOR
Who it is for
Primary roles
- To add body, scale and low-frequency continuity to music systems without adopting the visual language of a modern gloss-black subwoofer.
ARCHITECTURE
Understand what each feature means in a complete system.
Installation and integration
Add 44.5 mm rear depth when the High Level connector is installed. Verify High Level wiring against the amplifier design. Do not vertically stack Classic 98.
SYSTEM / ROOM MATCHING
Will it fit the system you already own?
We consider connections, room context, installation and your listening priorities together before suggesting a configuration.
What to check for your system
- Provides High Level, low-level RCA and LFE RCA connections.
- A candidate for traditional or modern two-channel systems after amplifier compatibility is confirmed.
- Visual and voicing preferences do not replace technical integration.
What to keep in mind
- 27 Hz is a manufacturer -6 dB specification.
- “Warmer” is REL’s positioning, not a guaranteed subjective result. The 27 Hz figure is a manufacturer -6 dB specification.
- Source FAQ copy contains product-name errors and is not used as a specification source.
ROOM & INSTALLATION
What to confirm before choosing the final configuration.
- Living rooms and music-led systems where walnut finish, cabinet height and down-firing placement can be accommodated.
- Confirm floor surface, boundary distance, rear connector clearance and whether the reported problem is extension, integration or room decay.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE
Specifications grouped for useful comparison.
Manufacturer specifications
- Type
- Closed box; down-firing active driver
- Active driver
- 10 in / 250 mm amended pulp-on-paper inverted cone
- Passive radiator
- None
- Manufacturer low-frequency extension
- -6 dB at 27 Hz
- Power output
- 300 W RMS
- Amplifier
- Class D
- Dimensions (W × H × D)
- 350 × 470 × 298.5 mm; add 44.5 mm for High Level connector
- Net weight
- 18.1 kg
- Finish
- Walnut veneer
EXTERIOR & CONFIGURATION
Confirm the supplied product, not just the model name.
Finish
Current finish options are confirmed during the enquiry. Official media identifies the model but is not an inventory promise.
Supplied configuration
The displayed price is for the base single-unit configuration. Finish, accessories, pairing and any other configuration are confirmed in writing before an order is accepted.
ADJACENT ROLES
Compare architecture before choosing a model.
REL ACOUSTICS · SUBWOOFERS
Classic 99
A down-firing 12-inch driver and 450-watt Class D amplifier give Classic 99 more physical capability than Classic 98 while retaining the same furniture-led direction. Selection should follow system scale and room behaviour rather than model hierarchy alone.
$3,899
2-year standard Australian warrantyAvailable to order in Australia. Stock and delivery timing are confirmed for each enquiry.Base single-unit configuration. Optional finishes, grilles, accessories, pairs and arrays are confirmed separately.
MEASUREMENT REMAINS INDEPENDENT
Establish the room evidence before prescribing a product outcome.
Room & Bass Measurement can identify the bands and decay behaviour that deserve attention without presuming this product, a quantity or a placement is the answer. The service does not require a product purchase.
FAQ
Before you enquire.
What does the Australian price for Classic 98 cover?+
$2,799 is the base single-unit price with a two-year standard Australian warranty. Optional finishes, grilles, accessories, pairs or arrays are confirmed separately. Availability does not imply local stock or a fixed delivery time. These warranty terms do not limit statutory consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
See where the product facts come from.
Official REL Acoustics information was checked 23 July 2026. The Australian price includes 2-year standard Australian warranty. We confirm availability and expected delivery timing when you enquire.
AUSTRALIAN ENQUIRY & SUPPORT
Enquire about REL Classic 98
Considering the REL Classic 98? Tell us about your loudspeakers, room and current low-frequency setup. We’ll confirm Australian availability, answer your questions, and help you determine whether this model makes sense for your system and how it should be integrated.
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