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Definitive Technology Descend DN12 12" Subwoofer (2021 Model) - Optimized for Movies and Music, New 3XR Architecture, 1500W Peak Class H Amplifier & (2) Pressure-Coupled 12" Bass Radiators, Black

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Color: Black


Style: DN12


Features

  • MORE BASS FROM THE SAME SPACE - Featuring dual 12" radiators and the new 3XR Architecture that offers triple the bass-producing surface area of a traditional ported sub, the Descend DN12 performs like a 15" sub and delivers loud, impactful, clear bass
  • PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS - Features Intelligent Phase Control with 360 degrees of customizable phase adjustment that enables you to tune the DN12 sub to seamlessly blend with your system, delivering a reference-level musical experience
  • DYNAMIC AUDIO FOR MOVIES & MUSIC - The ultra-efficient 1500W Peak Class H Digital Amplifier offers detailed audio with clean, sustained bass even at 25Hz, while the advanced 56-bit DSP minimizes distortion and prevents woofer damage at ultra-high volumes
  • VERSATILE CONNECTION OPTIONS - The DN12 perfectly complements most home theater systems. Easily connect your home audio setup with this subwoofer via LFE, stereo line level RCA inputs (cables not included), USB A input, or left/right 5-way binding posts
  • CONVENIENT CONTROLS - Features built-in controls for volume, low pass filter, phase toggle (0/180), EQs modes (Flat/Deep/ Loud) for optimization, power toggle (Auto On/Off or DC Control) for fast switching - all controls you need for smooth functioning
  • ADD AN ADDITIONAL SUB FOR THUNDEROUS SOUND - Amplify every crunch, explosion, and roar, and feel at the center of the action by adding another same-model subwoofer for dramatically improved realism, smoother peaks, and an even bass response across the room

Description

Loaded with custom technologies like the 3XR Architecture that features three- times the bass-radiating surface area of other ported subs, the Descend DN12 performs like a 15” sub and delivers louder and clearer lows without any unwanted port noise distortion. Digitally optimized to take your movies and music to the next level, the Descend DN12 features the new Intelligent Phase Control that provides 360 degrees of tuning, ensuring your bass blends perfectly with the rest of your home audio system. Outfitted with a 12" driver pressure-coupled with dual 12” Bass Radiators, a powerful 1500W peak Class H amplifier, and an advanced 56-bit DSP, this sub delivers massive, impactful bass with amazing speed, musicality, and control even at 25Hz. Equipped with built-in controls, you can adjust volume, low pass filter, phase control (0/180°), and switch between EQs modes (Flat, Deep and Loud) for a personalized listening experience. Add another, same-model subwoofer to your home entertainment setup to dramatically improve realism and ensure smoother bass throughout the listening area. Be at the center of action from virtually any part of the room!

Brand: Definitive Technology


Speaker Maximum Output Power: 1500 Watts


Frequency Response: 25 Hz


Connectivity Technology: RCA


Audio Output Mode: Stereo


Mounting Type: Tabletop


Material: Rubber


Model Name: DN12


Speaker Type: Subwoofer


Special Feature: 3XR™ Architecture for Loud & Clear Bass, Custom Class H Digital Amplification for Pure Power, Intelligent Phase Control™ for Flawless System Blending, Advanced 56-Bit DSP, Built-In EQ Modes


Recommended Uses For Product: For Surround Sound Systems


Compatible Devices: Smartphone


Subwoofer Diameter: 12 Inches


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Controller Type: Remote Control


Color: Black


Included Components: Subwoofer, Slim Remote Control, AAA Batteries (for the remote), Registration Card, Power Cord, Quick Start Guide


Product Dimensions: 18.04"D x 18.72"W x 18.04"H


Item Weight: 29900 Grams


Is Waterproof: FALSE


Number of Items: 1


Control Method: App


Speaker Size: 12 Inches


Power Source: Corded Electric


Number of Batteries: 2 AAA batteries required. (included)


Connectivity Protocol: USB


UPC: 747192132644


Manufacturer: Definitive Technology


Item Weight: 65.9 pounds


Item model number: DN12


Batteries: 2 AAA batteries required. (included)


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: July 13, 2021


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    • Deeply impressive
Color: Black Style: DN12
Bought as a replacement for 20+year old definitive sub this was an eye and ear opening revelation. Construction is high quality and this weighty subwoofer looks sleek and refined in my space. Setup was straightforward with the included remote simplifying the process allowing you to get the settings dialed in from your listening position. The quality once setup is outstanding. I am using with older definitive tech mythos speakers and with both music and home theater use the bass blends perfectly, punchy and clean in the mid bass while digging deep with movie soundtracks. Although this is a 12 inch sub it sounds larger and retains an amazing clarity even as you lean in and push the volume to house shaking levels. Extremely pleased with this purchase and recommend without hesitation! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024 by A
    • Deep bass for a small sub
Color: Black Style: DN8
I live in an apartment and I used this with a Denon AVR -x4800h and wow what a huge difference in the deep bass produced compared to my old subwoofer which also had an 8-inch driver and was rated one of the best during it's time. As long as the "configuration of the avr and the sub" is right this 8-inch subwoofer is worth the money. I bought this while on sale here in amazon. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024 by OCobs
    • High quality lows.
Color: Black Style: DN12
Important: this sub ships with sensitivity at -6db. Was excited to replace my old sub. Connected it and was underwhelmed- only in certain parts of the music I heard the deep lows. Come weekend- read the manual and tinkered with the settings. Set input sensitivity to 0 dB- my disappointment turned to delight. The sub begun to rock. High quality deep bass- not the boomy cheap sub sound but nice and deep. I'm glad I got the 12 inch. The 15 inch too large and the 10 inch would have to work real hard to keep up with my taste in sound. The 12 inch is quite huge and heavy. I like that it's heavy. Means it's well built and it's own weight will keep it from getting affected by vibrations. I keep display at off. Sound at deep as I only use it for music. Have it connected to my speaker out on the srereo amp ( sony ta-1es) for better sound integration. Not using line in. The remote is useful to tinker with settings. The remote build quality is surprisingly really cheap. Seems like a $2 item. Thankfully, after a couple of weeks- all the tinkering is done and then one really does not need the remote as such. All the same- dt should not have made it so low quality. Do I recommend the sub?- a really low 25hz - Yes! Ps- I bought a new power cable for the subwoofer. A monstrous thick 2nd hand PS Audio shielded power cable. Sub didn't get louder buy it certainly got cleaner and went down even lower. Upgrading the power cable added a new dimension to my sub. 6 months since I bought the sub- I'm very happy with it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2023 by Patriot
    • Impressive performance!
Color: White Style: DN8
I had already purchased the vaunted SVS 3000 Micro sub a few months before pulling the trigger on the Def Tech Descend DN 8 so I really wasn't expecting much from this sub. Boy was I wrong! I have to say, the visceral power, more importantly, the quality of sound from the DN 8 was shocking! I had initially tried the SVS 3000 Micro in my home theater system but found I could never quite dial in the sound to my liking, even with the remarkable SVS app. It always seemed overly boomy and on the verge of bottoming out during loud action scenes. I eventually took it out of my HT system and added it to my bookshelf speakers for two channel music listening where it seems much better suited. When the DN8 arrived and I added it to my HT system and dialed it in with the help of my Sony STR-ZA5000ES receiver's "Advanced Digital Cinema Auto Calibration," the system came alive. Not only did the low end visceral power return, but I couldn't get over the quality of the base. I began dialing up music on YouTube to play through the system and the DN8 did an amazing job of demonstrating its finesse, speed and textured base notes. I never heard any of the muddy base notes I experienced with the SVS in the system, just clean, fast, punchy base! I have to say this Definitive Technology DN8 is tremendous value for the money. I can only imagine how the DN10 & 12 sound! For my smallish living room the DN8 is more than enough for me. Great job Definitive Tech! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2022 by Peter Anderson
    • Compact yet musically delivers. Nice settings. With direct speaker cable inputs.
Color: Black Style: DN8
I use this subwoofer to complement regular size high-end audio where speakers, Thiel CS 1.7 , have relatively limited representation of low frequency until 52Hz. The setting was easy but finding the best parameters requires manual discovery try and error for two speakers system. For surround system it would be much simple as this subwoofer has automatic feature. One of the reasons I got this subwoofer is that it has input of both LFE and standard speaker plug from amplifier. I connect the two sets of speaker cables from my mono amplifier Parasound JC1 to both Thiel CS1.7 and this subwoofer. JC1 has dual speaker output. It turned out that my environment worked best with 180 degrees of phase switch. This item has two phase settings, 0 as its default and 180 as another option. Other options include low pass filter, and in my case the lowest range fits best. Easy to change and to find the optimal point. Manual is detailed enough. A picture of manual is attached. Bass sound is concrete and relatively firm. It does not recede. Enough to enough bass structure to the extremely detailed and realistic sound stage from Thiel, making sonic stage even more colorful and vibrant. For the use cases like mine, I do believe this subwoofer works. If your audio room is large, consider a different model but for a small to mid size room with a need to add quality bass, this subwoofer is one of the most attractive choices. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2021 by Norfolk Terrier
    • Very effective subwoofer, almost too much
Color: Black Style: DN8
Great sounding bass! In my case, I had to turn down both the pass through and the volume to pretty low levels or it was very boomy. I had one of the 1st Definitive Technology subwoofers and it lasted 25+ years. The only problem I had with it is when we had power go out, it would thump LOUDLY. It finally gave up working. No reason not to stick with Definitive Technology. No thump with power outage on this new unit. :) Love it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2023 by Amazon Customer

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