MONITOR AUDIO GOLD W12 5G 12" SUBWOOFER
MONITOR AUDIO GOLD W12 5G 12" HI-FI SUBWOOFER
For lovers of deep, refined bass, the Gold W12 is an indispensable addition to any speaker setup. Every soundtrack is underpinned by the deep, balanced depth effortlessly provided by this premium subwoofer. All the rumble and clatter of the most action-packed Hollywood blockbusters comes from the powerful Gold W12 subwoofer, where a 12" (305 mm) long-throw driver is reinforced by a pair of auxiliary bass radiators (ABR) and powered by 600 W of Class D amplification. The power and scale this combination can generate can be felt as easily as it can be heard, thanks to its prodigious 20 Hz bass extension. The Gold W12 has a host of fine-tuning options and, thanks to Monitor Audio's APC (Automatic Position Correction) system, the subwoofer can perform at its best, regardless of where it is positioned. And this isn't just any instrument: the Gold W12 is equally capable of conveying all the musicality and harmonic detail of a drum to the earth-shattering power of a volcanic explosion. Adjusting settings is provided by the innovative controller mounted on the top panel of the cabinet or using Monitor Audio's proprietary "SubConnect" software. The settings provide four fully configurable user presets per input, including modes for: Flat/Music/Movie and Impact EQ settings. Fine-tuning can be done by adjusting frequency, slope, trim, and EQ filters for each preset. Night Mode actively reduces the dynamic range of the loudest sections based on the listener's desired level.
Specifications
- Three-driver subwoofer system with two 200 mm ABRs (Auxiliary Bass Radiators)
- Powerful bass below 20 Hz
- Ultra-long throw 12" driver with:
- C-CAM domed cone
- Black motor pole and plates for effective heat dissipation
- Larger 75 mm diameter voice coil – black anodized to radiate more heat
- Triple suspension for maximum linearity – ensuring control at high power and excursion
- Powerful 600 Watt Hypex Class D amplifier module, with switching power supply: provides instant high current delivery when needed
- DSP processing with all control and crossover functions performed digitally
- APC (Automatic Position Correction) – internally developed automatic room setup function via microphone for simple system optimization
- Top-mounted control panel
- USB for connection to the 'SubConnect' application, firmware updates, and service
- 12" long-throw driver with "dished" C-CAM cone. Twin 200 mm ABR (Auxiliary Bass Radiator).
- 36 mm front baffle, 25 mm MDF cabinet with internal bracing and sealed amplifier compartment
- Lower frequency limit -3 dB at 25 Hz / -10 dB at 20 Hz (free field).
- Music preset (default): -3 dB at 19 Hz / -10 dB at 16 Hz (in room).
- Assignable low-frequency limit protection filter: -3 dB at 12 Hz
- Upper frequency limit -3 dB at 150 Hz
- Drive Unit Complement - 1 x 12" C-CAM subwoofer driver with triple suspension and 3" long throw voice coil.
- Linear drive excursion 19 mm peak to peak - total displacement 1.6 liters
- Amplifier Output - 600 W
- Amplifier Classification - Class D with high current switching power supply (SMPSU)
- DSP - 50 MIPS DSP core providing 512 instructions per sample
- 138 dB dynamic range and 56-bit double precision processing, dynamically updated by an MCU up to 50 MHz
- Digital Conversion - 24-bit/up to 48 kHz ADC and DAC integrated into the ADAU1701 DSP core
- LED UI Control Panel
- Adjustable brightness from 0% to 100%, configurable auto-off function.
- Quick access to menu items: Trim & Mute, LPF, Phase, Preset Selection
- Global Settings (via SubConnect)
- Display brightness (0-100%),
- dim (to 10% or off),
- default preset,
- link mute outputs,
- 12V trigger assignment (on/off or preset selection),
- input gain (master -80 to +20 dB, Trim -11 to +11 dB, Mute),
- Phase (0 – 360 in 15-degree increments),
- Night Mode Threshold (0 dB to -36 dB),
- Auto Power On/Off (Enable Signal Detect, Always On, Off time 5 – 240 minutes)
- User Presets (via SubConnect)
- 4 fully configurable user presets including preset name,
- LPF frequency (5 Hz steps from 20 to 135 Hz),
- LPF slope order (-12 or -24 dB/oct),
- input (stereo, LFE, or both), trim offset (-6 to +6 dB),
- EQ mode (Impact, Music, Movie, or Default),
- User EQ (6 adjustable filters applied over EQ mode),
- Room EQ (On / Off), Night Mode (On / Off)
- User Equalization (via SubConnect)
- 6 fully controllable EQ filters and 4 default filters with gain offset per preset: Flat / Music / Movie / Impact
- Room Correction Equalization
- 6 system-controlled parametric EQ filters set using an advanced detection algorithm.
- Measurement can be initiated from the control panel or SubConnect with up to 6 microphone positions (default 2)
- Night Mode, assignable (On or Off) per Preset with global threshold (0 dB to -36 dB).
- Introduces dynamic range reduction by lowering the level of loud sections
- Phase Control - 0 – 360 degrees 15-degree increments with pure 180-degree inversion
- Low Pass Filter Alignment - 2nd or 4th order (12 or 24 dB/octave), 5 Hz increments from 35 Hz to 135 Hz
- Auto-sensing Input Requirements
- Line level >1mV on balanced and unbalanced inputs. Auto standby function, adjustable between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute increments
- Digital Volume Level
- -11 to +11 dB in 1 dB increments, via control panel.
- -80 to +20 in 1 dB increments, via SubConnect application
- IR remote control supplied. Front IR receiver with red LED indication
- SubConnect (PC Application)
- Windows (7 onwards) (32/64 bit) compatible configuration application available on the Monitor Audio website. Allows the user to control advanced subwoofer setup features. Settings can be saved while not connected to the subwoofer for off-site configuration
- Audio Inputs/Outputs
- Balanced LFE input (XLR), unbalanced LFE input (RCA), stereo unbalanced inputs (RCA). Balanced LFE output (XLR), unbalanced LFE output (RCA), stereo unbalanced outputs (RCA link)
- Connection
- 12V trigger input (3.5 mm mono mini-jack, 6V threshold), assignable to On/Off or preset change, 3.5 mm microphone input jack (microphone supplied), RJ45 connector supporting RS232 (EIA/TIA - 561, Tx Pin 6, Rx Pin 5, Gnd Pin 4), IR repeater – Output (3.5 mm mono mini-jack), USB – Type B, for connection to the SubConnect PC application and firmware update
- Electrical Certifications - CE / CB / ETL / Fcc / CCC / ErP (energy saving compliant)
- Mains Input Voltage - 100 – 120 V AC ~60 Hz / 220 – 240 V AC ~50/60 Hz (manually selected)
- Power Consumption - Max 600 W, standby <0.5 W (ErP compliant)
- Fuse Type - 20 mm T8AL 250 VAC
- Weight - 26.98 kg (59 lbs 8.3 oz)
- External Dimensions (including amplifier, drivers and terminals (H x W x D) - 413 x 410 x 433.5 mm (16 1/4 x 16 1/8 x 17 1/16")
- External Dimensions (including amplifier, drivers, terminals and feet (H x W x D) - 445 x 410 x 433.5 mm (17 1/2 x 16 1/8 x 17 1/16")
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About Monitor Audio
Monitor Audio is a prestigious British brand specializing in the design and production of hi-fi loudspeakers and audio systems for home cinema, custom installations, and commercial applications. Founded in 1972, Monitor Audio is renowned for the quality of its loudspeakers, which utilize proprietary technologies such as ceramic drivers, ribbon tweeters, and C-CAM cones for natural, detailed, and immersive sound reproduction. The range spans from elegant bookshelf speakers to powerful floorstanding systems, subwoofers, and in-wall solutions. On musicdelivery.net, you'll find Monitor Audio loudspeakers for your hi-fi system, home theater, or professional audio installation. Choose Monitor Audio for refined sound and excellent build quality, the result of over fifty years of experience.
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Returns and refunds
Returns and refunds
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are your shipping and delivery times?
What are your shipping and delivery times?
Orders are processed within 24/48 business hours. Delivery is made by insured express courier to guarantee maximum protection and safety even for the most delicate and expensive equipment.
Are the products covered by an official warranty?
Are the products covered by an official warranty?
Yes, all products are 100% original and covered by the official 24-month manufacturer's warranty. In addition, our technical department offers free after-sales support to assist you with the initial setup of your system.
How does the right of withdrawal work?
How does the right of withdrawal work?
If the hardware does not meet your expectations, you can return it within 14 days of receipt. The product must be returned intact, unused, and sealed in its original packaging, complete with all accessories and manuals.
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What does it mean if a product is "Available on order"?
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