Ruark Audio RS1 Active Subwoofer, Black (Each)
Ruark Audio RS1 Active Subwoofer, Black (Each)
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The Ruark Audio RS1 is an active subwoofer from the 100 Series that adds deep, controlled bass to compact Ruark systems such as MR1, R3S and R410.
The MR1 sounds great – but sometimes you just want more foundation down low. That's exactly why Ruark built the RS1: a small, beautifully made active subwoofer that doesn't need to hide behind the sofa, but thanks to its fabric grille and real-wood caps is happy to sit in plain sight next to your speakers.
Why the RS1?
The RS1 is deliberately not a home-cinema slammer, but a music subwoofer. A 170 mm long-throw driver works together with a 170 mm passive radiator in a tuned cabinet – giving clean, articulate low end down to 25 Hz without ever getting boomy. A 100-watt Class D amplifier keeps the driver firmly under control at any volume; a built-in soft-clipping circuit protects against overload.
Set-up takes minutes: an adjustable crossover frequency (50–180 Hz), a level control and a 180° phase switch let you dial it in cleanly to your speakers. Thanks to auto on/standby, the RS1 switches itself on with a signal and back to sleep after 15 minutes of silence.
What you get
Deep bass with style and no fuss: the RS1 connects via mono RCA to the subwoofer output of your Ruark system – a 1.5 m cable is included. The Lead Grey fabric grille with hand-finished wood panels blends into the living room instead of standing out.
Plain talk: the RS1 needs a subwoofer or pre-out output (mono RCA). It's a perfect match for MR1, R3S and R410, but also works with any other active speaker or amplifier with a sub-out. If you're after maximum home-cinema rumble for large rooms, a bigger sub will serve you better – the RS1 plays for musicality, not for noise.
Who is the RS1 for?
Ideal for owners of a Ruark MR1, R3S or R410 who want to give their compact system more depth and body – on the desk, on a shelf or in the living room. Also an elegant bass companion for other small active or compact systems with a sub output.
Who it's not for: for large floorstanding speakers in big rooms or uncompromising home-cinema low end, the RS1 is too petite – a bigger subwoofer is the better choice there.
Our verdict
The RS1 does exactly what it's meant to: it gives small Ruark systems a grown-up bass foundation without dominating the room or looking out of place. A musical, cleanly tuned sub in the rare category of "good-looking enough to put on display". At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we'll show you how your MR1 or R410 really comes into its own with the RS1.
Technical data
- Type: active subwoofer (music subwoofer, 100 Series)
- Driver: 170 mm long-throw active driver + 170 mm passive radiator
- Amplifier: 100 W RMS Class D with soft clipping
- Frequency response: 25–200 Hz
- Cabinet: tuned passive-radiator design
- Crossover frequency: adjustable 50–180 Hz
- Controls: level, phase switch 0/180°, auto on/standby
- Input: mono RCA sub-in (up to 2.3 Vrms)
- Compatibility: Ruark MR1, R3S, R410 – or any system with sub/pre-out
- Power supply: 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz (0.5 W standby)
- Finish: Lead Grey fabric grille with black or walnut panels
- Dimensions (W×H×D): 250 × 300 × 265 mm
- Weight: 6.7 kg
- Warranty: 2 years (Swiss warranty via Timeless Products)
- In the box: RS1, power cable, 1.5 m RCA cable, quick-start guide
Frequently asked questions
Which devices does the Ruark RS1 pair with?
The RS1 is made for Ruark's compact systems – MR1, R3S and R410. But it works with any active speaker or amplifier with a mono RCA subwoofer or pre-out output. It connects with the included 1.5 m RCA cable.
How deep does the RS1 go?
The RS1 reaches down to 25 Hz. A 170 mm long-throw driver and a 170 mm passive radiator provide clean, musical low end – controlled rather than boomy. The 100-watt Class D amplifier keeps the bass under control at any volume.
Is the RS1 a home-cinema subwoofer?
The RS1 is primarily a music subwoofer for compact systems. It certainly gives films some foundation, but it isn't designed for maximum home-cinema levels in large rooms. For pure home-cinema rumble we recommend a bigger sub – happy to advise.
Why buy the Ruark RS1 at HD Zürisee?
Because a subwoofer needs proper level-matching to blend in seamlessly instead of standing out. We'll show you the right placement and settings for your MR1, R3S or R410, and we're a well-practised team on hand personally in Wädenswil. Plus 2 years of Swiss warranty: +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp 076 534 22 00 (text only, no calls), shop@hdzuerisee.ch.
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