Item #300049-01-00-101

Definitive Technology Descend DN12

Ultra-Performance 12" Subwoofer
Item #300049-01-00-101

Definitive Technology Descend DN12

Ultra-Performance 12" Subwoofer
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Overview

Loaded with custom technologies such as 3XR Architecture and Intelligent Phase Control, the DN12 delivers extraordinary bass into any system.

3XR Architecture for as much bass as a ported 15" subwoofer

The DN12’s 3XR Architecture provides triple the bass-producing radiating surface area of a traditional 12” ported subwoofer. This extra surface area moves more air, enabling the DN12 to play as loud and low as two similarly-sized 12” ported subwoofers. And because 3XR doesn’t use ports, DN12 also provides crystal-clear bass with no port noise distortion.

Passive Radiators for louder, lower, cleaner bass

As the core technology behind Descend’s 3XR Architecure, its passive bass radiators enable the DN12 to play as loud and low as a 15” ported sub without unwanted port noise distortion. Passive radiators also deliver a smooth frequency response like a sealed sub, but with the port-like ability to play louder and lower in a smaller enclosure. What you get is the best of both worlds: louder, clearer bass than a ported sub from a smaller enclosure than a sealed sub.

Custom Class H Digital Amplification for powerful, clean performance down to 25Hz

The DN12’s advanced Class H digital amplifier delivers continuous power to cleanly reproduce sustained bass below 25Hz. With real-time monitoring and adjustments to the sliding rail voltage, the DN12 delivers considerably higher power during short, transient peaks such as bass drum kicks and on-screen artillery blasts.

Advanced 56-Bit DSP for distoriton-free longevity

The advanced 56-bit Digital Signal Processor (DSP) extends and improves the DN12’s bass response. The DSP tightly monitors and controls the woofer system to prevent distortion and woofer damage at ultra-high volumes with a minimum of audible artifacts.

Intelligent Phase Control for flawless system blending

Intelligent Phase Control provides a full 360 degrees of customizable phase adjustment, always centered around the settings of the low-pass filter. This provides the ability to tune the subwoofer for minimal group delay between speakers and a flawless blending experience between your speakers and the subwoofer.

Multiple Subwoofers for smoother bass throughout the room

While a single subwoofer can add bass and enhanced realism to any system, it may not provide consistent frequency response throughout the room. When two or more subwoofers are properly employed throughout the room, sound waves disperse more evenly, flattening the frequency response. The result is smoother bass throughout the room, helping to eliminate boomy locations or dead spots.

Custom Integration Ready for complete controllability

With both 12V input and IR pass-through, you have the ability to pair the subwoofer with most control systems and place the subwoofer wherever you want in the room and still experience full functionality.

Reference-Level Bass for Any System

Powered by Class H digital amplification and featuring an advanced 56-bit DSP, DN12 plays exceptionally impactful bass down to 25 Hz.

Loud & Clear

DN12's unique 3XR Architecture ensures that it plays louder and lower than ported subs without unwanted port noise distortion.

Blends Beautifully

Intelligent Phase Control provides 360 degrees of tuning, ensuring your bass blends perfectly with the rest of your system.

Custom Class H Digital Amplification

The advanced, ultra-efficient 1500 W peak Class H digital amplifier delivers continuous power to cleanly reproduce sustained bass down to 25 Hz. With real-time monitoring and adjustments to the sliding rail voltage, the DN12 delivers considerably higher power during short, transient peaks such as bass drum kicks and on-screen artillery blasts.

Built-In EQ Modes

With three built-in performance EQ modes (Flat, Deep, and Loud), the Descend DN12 can be optimized to your room and listening preferences, and adjusted to match whatever you're listening to.

Customizable Performance

With its groundbreaking phase, volume, frequency, EQ and control, make the DN12 sound precisely how you like it.

Reference-Level Bass for Any System

Powered by Class H digital amplification and featuring an advanced 56-bit DSP, DN12 plays exceptionally impactful bass down to 25 Hz.

Loud & Clear

DN12's unique 3XR Architecture ensures that it plays louder and lower than ported subs without unwanted port noise distortion.

Blends Beautifully

Intelligent Phase Control provides 360 degrees of tuning, ensuring your bass blends perfectly with the rest of your system.

Custom Class H Digital Amplification

The advanced, ultra-efficient 1500 W peak Class H digital amplifier delivers continuous power to cleanly reproduce sustained bass down to 25 Hz. With real-time monitoring and adjustments to the sliding rail voltage, the DN12 delivers considerably higher power during short, transient peaks such as bass drum kicks and on-screen artillery blasts.

Built-In EQ Modes

With three built-in performance EQ modes (Flat, Deep, and Loud), the Descend DN12 can be optimized to your room and listening preferences, and adjusted to match whatever you're listening to.

Customizable Performance

With its groundbreaking phase, volume, frequency, EQ and control, make the DN12 sound precisely how you like it.

Details & Specs

Model Definitive Technology Descend DN12
Colors Midnight Black
Transducers 12" Long-Throw Woofer
Passive Radiators Dual 12" 3XR Configuration
Bass Type Bass Radiator
Feet Permanently Installed Feet with Rubber Pad (no leveling)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 18.72" x 18.04" x 19.09" (475.5 x 458.2 x 484.8mm)
Amplifier Type Class H
Frequency Response (-/+ 3dB) 25 Hz → 150 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency 40 Hz → 150 Hz
Phase Adjustment -135 to 180 degrees (In 45 degree increments)
Power Supply Internal
IEC 3 prong Jack
120V/240V switch
Europe (<.5W Compliance) Yes
LFE Single RCA
Speaker Left/Right 5-Way Binding Posts
Main Power On/Off
Volume Control +/-/Mute Buttons
Low Pass Control +/- Buttons
Phase Control Toggle Button
Front LED Display Fully functional; disappearing
Remote Control Included IR Remote

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