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Revel Concerta B120
Owner’s Manual
Owner’s Manual
ABOUT THE REVEL
®
CONCERTA
™
B120
SUBWOOFER
Thank you for purchasing the Revel Concerta B120,
a high-performance powered subwoofer that perfectly
augments Revel Concerta Series loudspeakers in stereo
music or home theater entertainment systems. The B120’s
adjustable controls and multiple connection options also
allow you to optimize the subwoofer’s performance in
any system and listening room.
a high-performance powered subwoofer that perfectly
augments Revel Concerta Series loudspeakers in stereo
music or home theater entertainment systems. The B120’s
adjustable controls and multiple connection options also
allow you to optimize the subwoofer’s performance in
any system and listening room.
Featuring a 12" (305mm) woofer with 1-1/2" (38.1mm)
peak-to-peak excursion and powered by a 250-watt
amplifier, the B120 subwoofer reproduces deep, realistic
bass with very low distortion, even at the lowest
frequencies and high output levels.
peak-to-peak excursion and powered by a 250-watt
amplifier, the B120 subwoofer reproduces deep, realistic
bass with very low distortion, even at the lowest
frequencies and high output levels.
Combining superior form and function, the B120’s
proprietary woofer is constructed with an anodized-
aluminum diaphragm for great strength at high output
levels. The spider incorporates a superior-strength
Nomex
proprietary woofer is constructed with an anodized-
aluminum diaphragm for great strength at high output
levels. The spider incorporates a superior-strength
Nomex
®
/cotton blend with optimized geometry for
increased linearity. The motor includes a large ceramic-
magnet motor system. A 2" (50.8mm) copper voice coil
is wound on a Kapton
magnet motor system. A 2" (50.8mm) copper voice coil
is wound on a Kapton
®
bobbin for impressive power
handling and freedom from compression. The vented
center pole facilitates heat dissipation, allowing more
efficient high-power handling and low compression.
center pole facilitates heat dissipation, allowing more
efficient high-power handling and low compression.
The B120 cabinet consists of medium-density fiberboard
(MDF) walls and extensive internal bracing to reduce
cabinet-induced colorations. Rubber padded feet are
attached to the bottom of the cabinet for optimal stability,
accommodating installations on any floor surface.
(MDF) walls and extensive internal bracing to reduce
cabinet-induced colorations. Rubber padded feet are
attached to the bottom of the cabinet for optimal stability,
accommodating installations on any floor surface.
Since 1996, the Revel brand has been at the forefront of
loudspeaker design. Backed by Harman International’s
extensive research and design facilities, Revel Concerta
Series speakers benefit from cutting-edge development
tools, such as:
loudspeaker design. Backed by Harman International’s
extensive research and design facilities, Revel Concerta
Series speakers benefit from cutting-edge development
tools, such as:
•
A multichannel listening lab allows for double-blind
listening tests.
listening tests.
•
A laser interferometer enables detailed driver and
cabinet analysis.
cabinet analysis.
•
Multiple large anechoic chambers provide for
precise tests and measurements.
precise tests and measurements.
•
Finite-element analysis allows for advanced
loudspeaker modeling.
loudspeaker modeling.
•
A stereo lithography apparatus aids in achieving
tight tolerances.
tight tolerances.
Adding to the proud lineage of Revel Ultima
™
and Performa
™
Series loudspeakers, the Concerta B120 subwoofer further
substantiates the Revel reputation for high-quality, high-
performance loudspeakers and subwoofers.
substantiates the Revel reputation for high-quality, high-
performance loudspeakers and subwoofers.
B120 HIGHLIGHTS
•
High-output capability with low distortion
•
Proprietary 12" (305mm) anodized-aluminum
diaphragm woofer
diaphragm woofer
•
Built-in 250W RMS amplifier
•
Line-level RCA inputs
•
Advanced woofer motor structure
•
Large voice coil for wide dynamic range without
compression
compression
•
Phase switch
•
Low-pass frequency control
•
Low-frequency level control
•
Parametric room equalization controls
•
Elegant cabinet design with vinyl finishes
•
Wireless operation (with optional TX1 transmitter)
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Important!
Please register your Concerta B120 subwoofer online at
www.revelspeakers.com within 15 days of purchase.
Retain the original, dated sales receipt as proof of
warranty coverage.
www.revelspeakers.com within 15 days of purchase.
Retain the original, dated sales receipt as proof of
warranty coverage.
UNPACKING
The Concerta B120 subwoofer requires special care and
handling during unpacking. Pay particular attention to
the precautions that appear in this section and
throughout this owner’s manual.
handling during unpacking. Pay particular attention to
the precautions that appear in this section and
throughout this owner’s manual.
Warning!
Do not attempt to lift or move the B120 alone. Proper
lifting requires at least two strong adults. When lifting
the B120, stand as straight as possible, using the leg
muscles to lift. Do not attempt to lift the B120 while
bending at the waist. When moving the B120, rock it
side to side into the desired position. Failure to follow
these procedures may result in personal injuries and/or
product damage.
lifting requires at least two strong adults. When lifting
the B120, stand as straight as possible, using the leg
muscles to lift. Do not attempt to lift the B120 while
bending at the waist. When moving the B120, rock it
side to side into the desired position. Failure to follow
these procedures may result in personal injuries and/or
product damage.
Save all packaging materials for possible future shipping
needs. Refer to the “Limited Warranty” section found
later in this manual for more information.
needs. Refer to the “Limited Warranty” section found
later in this manual for more information.
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