RS700-SB vs RS500
The RS500's power @ 8ω is 500W against the RS700-SB's 700W, its low-frequency extension 18 Hz against 17 Hz, and its woofer 10" against 12". Both share high-frequency extension (150 Hz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,600
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About the RS700-SB
The ELAC Varro RS700-SB is a high-performance powered subwoofer designed for precise, deep bass in home audio systems. It uses a 12-inch front-firing aluminum sandwich woofer in a sealed enclosure and a built-in 700-watt RMS BASH amplifier (1,400 watts peak). It also includes dual 28-bit DSPs, Bluetooth app control, and ELAC’s Auto EQ room-correction feature for easier setup and tuning.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Frequency Response
- 17 Hz - 150 Hz
- Power Handling
- 700W
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 700W @ 8Ω
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 12"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, binding post
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 416 × 437 × 498 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 25.3 kg (56 lbs)
- Available Colors
- satin black
Key Specifications
Power: 700W
Frequency: 17-150 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions