Monitor Audio Anthra W12 Subwoofer

Presenting the Anthra W12 Subwoofer

 

Stunningly Deep, controlled Bass. Its that simple.

Engineered to deliver impressive bass in medium and large spaces, the Anthra W12 subwoofer features a formidable 1,000 Watt Class-D amplifier driving a 12 (30 cm) Rigid Surface Technology II (RST II) C-CAM high-excursion driver. The W12 can be used on its own or linked with up to three other Anthra subwoofers for a truly immersive, ultra-dynamic listening experience.

A full-colour LCD display and rotatory dial is located on the back panel, to allow for basic subwoofer setup and EQ preset selection, while advanced features including DSP configuration and multi-sub connectivity setup are available via the MaestroUnite app.

Product Features
1 x 12 (30cm) Rigid Surface Technology II (RST II) and ceramic-coated aluminium magnesium (C-CAM) high-excursion driver for super-clean performance
1 x 1000 Watt Class-D amplifier ensures that the driver is working to its optimum performance level, no matter what the volume
Massive motor assembles and longer round-wound voice coils, which are dual layered and made of copper-coated aluminium wire (CCAW) for precise control at extreme low frequencies
2 inch full-colour LCD display screen with rotary dial for menu selection and basic setup
RCA inputs (left/right. The left Input is LFE)
RCA outputs allows daisy chain of up to 4 Anthra subwoofers
XLR inputs for professional installation connectivity option
XLR outputs allows daisy chain of up to four Anthra subwoofers
Available in Gloss Black and Satin White finishes
About the Anthra Series

The Monitor Audio Anthra Series is a premium range of high-performance subwoofers designed for both home cinema and high-fidelity music systems.

This stunning lineup includes the Anthra W10, W12, and W15 models, featuring powerful Class-D amplification, rigid C-CAM drivers with RST II technology and sealed cabinet designs engineered for deep, fast, and highly controlled bass response.

The series also incorporates advanced DSP tuning and the MaestroUnite app for intuitive setup and multi-subwoofer integration.

With a focus on musicality, precision, and clean low-frequency performance, the Anthra range is aimed at enthusiasts seeking reference-grade bass without sacrificing design or usability. 

Technical Specifications

System Format
Active - Sealed Cabinet 

Drive Unit Complement
1x 12" (305 mm) High Linear-Excusion Triple Suspension Driver

Amplifier Classification
High-Efficiency Class-D

Lower Frequency Limit
-6dB @16Hz

Upper Frequency Limit
(LPF Off) -6dB @400Hz 

Driver Excursion (pk-pk)
50 mm 

DSP
28 Bit 50 MIPS Configuratable through MaestroUnite

Analogue Digital Conversion
Autoranging Input which combines a 10Vrms maximum input with low signal to noise for small signals 

Amplifier Output Power, 240Vac
Instantaneous: 1700 W*
Continuous short-term: 900 W** 

Amplifier Output Power, 120Vac
Instantaneous: 1325 W
Continuous short-term: 700 W 

LED UI Control
Brightness, On-Off 

Phase Control
0-360 Degrees measured at LPF Crossover

Low Pass Filter
20-200Hz LPF with Roll off Adjustable from -3 to -48dB/Oct

Custom EQ
Configurable through MaestroUnite; 3 pre-defined EQ curves plus 3 custom EQ curves each with 8 band custom EQ supporting (Peaking, High Shelf, Low Shelf, High Pass) 

Volume Level
Wide adjustable input gain to allow maximum output from a wide range of input signals

Inputs
Stereo Unbalanced RCA (or mono/LFE using only connector marked LFE)
Mono/LFE Balanced XLR 

Outputs
Stereo unbalanced outputs with unbuffered throughput from RCA Inputs
Mono/LFE Balanced XLR outputs with unbuffered throughput from XLR Input

Mains Input Voltage
Universal Mains, 85-265VAC

External Dimensions (without feet) (HxWxD)
374 x 374 x 374 mm

Power Consumption
200 W

Cabinet Construction
Braced 25 mm thick MDF with 36mm front baffle 

Grille
Cloth covered magnetically attached Grilles

Maximum RMS Output
Maximum RMS output for an instantaneous signal

Continuous Output Note
** Sinewave for 10 seconds 

 

*This information has been obtained from the manufacturer's website. We advise that features & specifications are subject to change without notice.

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