Audiovector R Sub Arreté Powered Subwoofer
The best subwoofer does not just add bass. It helps the whole system breathe easier.
When More Bass Becomes the Wrong Bass
A subwoofer can make a system louder and deeper, but that does not mean the music becomes more convincing. If the bass is slow or disconnected, voices lose focus, rhythm gets heavy, and the subwoofer becomes the thing you notice. The R Sub Arreté is designed to support the system without stealing attention from it.
Why We Chose the R Sub Arreté
We chose the Audiovector R Sub Arreté because it is built for speed, attack, and integration, not just low-frequency output. Its long-throw driver, passive radiator system, powerful amplifier, high-level Speakon connection, and rounded cabinet design make it suitable for both music and movies when the goal is bass that feels connected to the main speakers.
What the Specs Won't Tell You
Bass That Supports the Music
The R Sub Arreté is meant to add foundation without covering the character of the main speakers. When integrated properly, the midrange can sound more open because the system is no longer asking the main speakers to do all the low-frequency work.
Fast Enough for Two-Channel Listening
The long-throw driver and passive radiator system are designed for speed as well as depth. That matters with music, where bass has pitch, texture, and timing, not just impact.
Useful for Movies Without Becoming a Theater Gimmick
In a cinema system, the R Sub Arreté can add pressure and scale while still staying controlled. The goal is to make the room feel more convincing, not to turn every scene into a bass demonstration.
The Audio Two Verdict
The R Sub Arreté is a strong match for an Audiovector system where the main speakers are already capable, but the room and music would benefit from deeper foundation. It should be positioned, connected, and tuned carefully. When that happens, the improvement is often heard across the whole system, not only in the lowest notes.
Tech You Can Hear
| What You Hear | Why It Happens |
|---|---|
| Deeper bass without losing control | 10-inch long-throw driver with 10-inch passive radiator system |
| Main speakers feel more relaxed | Subwoofer carries low-frequency work below the chosen crossover |
| Better music integration | High-level Speakon input plus line-level input options |
| Room pressure for movies | 800 W amplifier power and variable crossover |
| Cleaner fit with R-Series speakers | Matching finish options and rounded Audiovector cabinet design |
Technical Highlights
- 10-inch powered subwoofer
- 10-inch long-throw HD driver plus 10-inch long-throw carbon driver/passive radiator system
- Inputs: line phono and high-level Speakon
- Frequency range: 17 Hz to 180 Hz variable
- Power handling/amplifier output: 800 W
- Variable crossover
- Phase adjustment: +/- 180 degrees
- NCS treatment and non-parallel surfaces
- Dimensions: 39.1 cm H x 38.4 cm W x 37.6 cm D
- Weight: 25 kg
Why Choose Audio Two
Audio Two ships across Canada. That said, a system at this level is worth a conversation before you commit — we can make sure it's the right fit for your room, your source, and how you actually listen. Reach out and we'll help you get it right.