I want to tell you about an amazing subwoofer that few people know about – the awesome Mackie HRS120 THX studio subwoofer.
The HRS120 is a monster, weighing in at nearly 50kg and able to deliver 400 watts continuously, via a proper high-power linear amplifier and power supply. All this power is fed into a downward-firing 12-inch RCF bass driver, made in Italy.
Italian Driver
RCF build superb drivers, which are often used in studio and commercial equipment. It’s unusual to find a driver of this quality in domestic equipment. The cabinet is 25mm MDF on all sides and there is a 12-inch passive radiator to add to the prodigious bass output. The sub is basically flat down to 20Hz, extraordinary for any sub-bass system.
These HRS120 subs are one of the best-kept secrets in home audio, probably because they weren’t really meant for home audio. Rather, these were mostly used in studios, which should give you an idea of their quality. Mackie is essentially a studio brand and this sub was marketed as part of the Mackie high-resolution or ‘HR’ product lineup.
Seriously, the HRS120 annihilates most home sub-bass systems in build and sound quality and I strongly urge you to grab one, or at least have a listen if you ever get the opportunity.
Some Pics!
Mackie HRS120 Subwoofer
Pros
- Awesome sub-bass performance
- Massive build
- Pro-quality RCF bass-driver
- Excellent linear amplifer
- Excellent value used
Cons
- Drab looking
- Not the punchiest bass
- Draws too much power in standy
- It's BIG!
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Where can I get one of these?
Dunno, you’ll have to look around till you find one!
I have a Mackie HRS 120 for sale in Miami Fl
Hi,
Would you ship to UK?
I have been looking for one of these for a long time.
How much do you want for it?
Regards,
Matthew
Hi Matthew, shipping to the UK would be very expensive for a 50kg sub of this size, but she is also not currently for sale, I plan on keeping her for now! Regards, Mike.