Name: JL Audio RBC-1
Brand: JL Audio
SKU: 136RBC1
Price: 49.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (73 reviews)

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JL Audio amplifiers feature bass-boost circuitry to help you adjust low-frequency impact in your vehicle. The RBC-1 wired remote bass control works with all of JL Audio's A-Series, G-Series, RD Series, mono JX-Series, and most Slash v2 amps. You can mount the RBC-1 controller in the front of your vehicle and dial in the amount of bass you want from the driver's seat — mounting instructions, hardware, and a 18' cable are included.

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Connect the RBC-1 to your amp, and it converts the amp's selectable bass boost (0 or 6 dB) to a variable boost (0 to 12 dB). With the Slash v2 amps, the RBC-1 takes the place of the amp's boost knob, allowing you to adjust your bass boost from 0 to 15 dB. With RD Series and JX-Series mono amps, the RBC-1 controls the amp's subwoofer level, from full mute to full volume.

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remote bass control for JL Audio A-Series, G-Series, RD Series, and Slash v2 amplifiers (except the 300/2v2 and the 300/4v2)
allows variable (0-12 dB) bass boost in JL Audio A-Series and G-Series amps
remote level control for RD Series and mono JL Audio JX-Series amps (JX250.1, JX500.1, and JX1000.1)
18' remote cable and mounting hardware included
13/16"W x 13/16"H x 1-5/8"D
warranty: 2 years
Our 60-day money-back guarantee
MFR # 98015

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JL Audio RBC-1 owner's manual

Bass Controller with attached knob and 9" cord terminated by a female RJ-11 port
18' control cable with a male RJ-11 connector on each end
2 Nuts
2 Washers
Installation Instructions

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Can you use 1 rbc knob to control 2 amps? Example: 2 500/1 jl amps using a phone splitter and controlling the bass on both.

Yes, the knob can work for two amps. You have to hook the knob to amp one and then use the preamps from amp one to amp two. Hope this helps.

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Overview: The JL Audio RBC-1 Wired Remote Bass Controller is designed to remotely control the Bass EQ boost or Input Level feature of JL Audio amplifier equipped with a "Remote Bass" or "Remote Level" port. When the RBC-1 is connected, the on-board "Boost" control of the amplifier is defeated and the RBC-1 becomes the only active boost controller.

Compatibility: The JL Audio RBC-1 Wired Remote Bass Controller is compatible with JL Audio A series, Slash v2 series, Slash v3 series, JX series, and Marine series amplifiers which feature a remote input.

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Crutchfield asked: Why did you buy this?

Because it works with my JL amp. [ Austin Apr 08, 2019 ]

The best. BUY THE BEST JL AUDIO. [ Michael Mar 09, 2019 ]

I Need it for control of this one of 2 Sub's in my Excursion. [ Christopher Mar 08, 2019 ]

Purchased to provide more control over the amp. Change bass effect based off of song or type of music I am playing. [ crespin Mar 01, 2019 ]

Duh to better control my bass [ Mike Feb 19, 2019 ]

I like the quality and sound of JL Audio [ Isaac Jan 06, 2019 ]

I needed a remote to match my amp [ Justine Dec 26, 2018 ]

Recommended by Carson [ Michael Dec 03, 2018 ]

I choose this controller to add gain adjustments to my sub from the driver seat.. [ FELIPE Dec 01, 2018 ]

To match with JL Audio slash amplifier [ Brian Nov 30, 2018 ]

easy access to amp [ gary Sep 30, 2018 ]

Good product [ Trey Sep 20, 2018 ]

Excellent brand [ J Sep 13, 2018 ]

I bought a second hand 1000/1v2 and it didn't have one. So I ordered it. [ Q Jul 23, 2018 ]

Ease of use [ Kayla Jul 18, 2018 ]

To control the bass to my JL Audio MicroSub+ 12" powered subwoofer [ A Jul 13, 2018 ]

Want to control bass output volume [ Stuart Jul 08, 2018 ]

It goes with another product I purchased [ Daniel Jul 01, 2018 ]

For the cars audio [ GEORGE Jun 27, 2018 ]

easy adjustment for sub [ reed electric Jun 12, 2018 ]

Went through the reviews and seemed like it was a good option to have control of the bass without having to go to the amp and adjusting. [ Juan Jun 11, 2018 ]

i received a JL Audio amp as a gift and want to be able to turn the bass down on demand [ Jose Jun 07, 2018 ]

Recommended [ Jason Apr 26, 2018 ]

This item is optional for my JL Audio RD900/5 amplifier. This gives me the convenience of adjusting the bass output from the driver seat, rather than having to adjust at the amp itself. In my opinion however, this should be included with the amplifier. [ Edgardo Apr 23, 2018 ]

Proper specs for my system [ TIMOTHY Apr 22, 2018 ]

to control a JL subwoofer [ Christopher Apr 09, 2018 ]

Quality product [ Greg Mar 30, 2018 ]

Have one in my Scion and had to get one for my Toyota, both have JL amps. This is a must; no messing with the EQ and tune for each song. [ JOHN Mar 20, 2018 ]

It was recommended during a chat with Aaron in support. [ juan Mar 11, 2018 ]

purchased an Amp that this works with [ CHRIS Feb 01, 2018 ]

Just bought a JLRd900-5 and doesn't come with it. [ Jose Jan 24, 2018 ]

convenent [ Kelly Jan 12, 2018 ]

Manage the output remotely.. [ Geoffrey Jan 04, 2018 ]

Control bass [ Christine Jan 02, 2018 ]

Since im hooking into factory stereo I thought having a bass control would be nice [ Jeremy Nov 26, 2017 ]

easy adjust tune [ Luke Nov 21, 2017 ]

to control bass from front seat [ tyler Nov 15, 2017 ]

Felt like it [ DONALD Nov 14, 2017 ]

It's a needed, much needed add on item to any amp. With JL true bass subs the bass knob helps when listening to rock or rap. [ Genaro De La Oct 07, 2017 ]

I been checking it out since a long time, so maybe it's time to buy from y'all since y'all have the knowledge and the expertise to help anyone with no knowledge of what I want... [ Reuben Sep 13, 2017 ]

Sub bass control. [ dan Sep 03, 2017 ]

So....I can control the sub level from the drivers seat [ Spytech Aug 08, 2017 ]

A must for any JL amp. [ Herbert Jul 22, 2017 ]

um i needed it [ Tim Jul 05, 2017 ]

Dat Bass Ctrl Doh [ Acie Jun 16, 2017 ]

Great reviews and brand deliverance. [ Oscar Jun 15, 2017 ]

To control the subwoofer output from the driver seat of car. [ Cesar May 15, 2017 ]

Freakin' awesome! [ Shawn Apr 26, 2017 ]

Need it for Amp Bass Control [ Steven Mar 26, 2017 ]

like being able to adjust base from subwoofer [ Nathan Mar 20, 2017 ]

Being able to adjust your amp remotely is a great without having to stop driving and adjust the amp with a screwdriver. [ Christopher Mar 20, 2017 ]

Don't know [ PHILLIP Mar 18, 2017 ]

remote control of bass level makes setup so much easier as you don't have to fuss with adjusting the level at the amp to get it to sound just perfect. [ Keith Feb 26, 2017 ]

To remotely control gain on subwoofer amp. [ WERNER K Feb 21, 2017 ]

Reviews and JL reputation for quality. Had a Sound Ordnance one and it died on me. Crutchfield has always been the absolute best company to buy from... [ Louis Feb 04, 2017 ]

JL sub [ Gavin Jan 31, 2017 ]

REMOTE CONTROL FOR MONO SUB AMP (DIALS IT DOWN FROM MAX. TO ZERO [ C Jan 30, 2017 ]

Works great with the amp I bought [ Steven Dec 23, 2016 ]

This Will work with my JL Audio amp. Wish they would just be included with amp but what can you do? [ Adam Nov 20, 2016 ]

JL bass knob for a JL amp! [ Dustin Oct 31, 2016 ]

need it to control subwoofer bass level [ Damien Oct 28, 2016 ]

Friend recommended [ Denzel Sep 14, 2016 ]

Compatible with my amp [ Seth Sep 08, 2016 ]

I will put both JL amps one for my subs and one for my in dash receiver in hidden spots and I want a hands on device that's reachable to operate for what highs and lows I needing to listen to... [ Tracy Sep 04, 2016 ]

Previously purchased a subwoofer unit [ Tyrone Aug 16, 2016 ]

fits my amp [ DARYL Aug 10, 2016 ]

To remotely adjust the amp so I can turn down (or almost off) the subwoofers when the kids are in the car. I have a factory head unit without this feature built in. [ L Aug 03, 2016 ]

Works with older G series amp i'm using in my set-up [ PHILLIP Jul 13, 2016 ]

Convenience [ Comman72 Jul 08, 2016 ]

Great addition to my subs [ SERGE Jun 27, 2016 ]

I have matching amp so really needed this [ JARED M Jun 18, 2016 ]

good amp worth the money [ fernando May 30, 2016 ]

Fits my JL Audio E 1200 amp. [ Mark Apr 25, 2016 ]

used this to control Bass boost on my JL audio Slash 500/1 it is a bass boost not a gain knob. it worked okay. remote gain knobs work much better than this [ ROBERT Apr 18, 2016 ]

Handy to have the dial to avoid going into the complex radio menus all the time. [ J Apr 12, 2016 ]

sub did not come with it [ CHRIS Apr 05, 2016 ]

Great Quality [ RYAN Apr 02, 2016 ]

Needed to control sub [ sandra Apr 01, 2016 ]

Needed it for my mustang system [ BRENDA NADINE Mar 20, 2016 ]

Remote volume control is very handy feature for a subwoofer, and this is the one needed for the sub I ordered. [ Paul Mar 20, 2016 ]

remote gain for your amplifier is a must [ Toby Mar 15, 2016 ]

This is a huge convenience factor when you can just adjust the bass output with the twist of a knob! [ NATHAN Mar 10, 2016 ]

It was recommended on this site for my JL Audio powered sub. [ Lester Vaught Mar 04, 2016 ]

the jl ams don't come with it [ tyler Jan 17, 2016 ]

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11 questions already asked

Must I adjust the gain lower to compensate for the additional +15 dB range? Thank you.

[ Michael Feb 03, 2019 ]

3 answers

The main reason we always use this is because it makes it very easy to add more bass when needed. Look at it as volume control for your bass

[ MICHAEL L Feb 09, 2019 ]

Depending on the type of music and format of it you might want the bass higher on some songs and lower on others. I'd adjust the gain on a sine wave with the knob at half and that way you can get more or less if needed with the knob.Enter an answer to this question.

[ brandon Feb 08, 2019 ]

If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.

[ Krissy Feb 08, 2019 ] Staff

Plugged it into my amp and it just shuts the amp off. Unplug it and amp works normally. Could I have gotten a defective knob?

[ Derek Nov 22, 2018 ]

1 answer

[ Krissy Nov 24, 2018 ] Staff

I plugged in and installed this on my JX series amp. what was supposed to be easy has me baffled... as soon as i plug it into the amp I lose all sound from the sub. Am i just that dumb or is mine messed up somehow?

[ Hunter Sep 13, 2018 ]

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Did you ever figure out your problem? I'm having the exact same issue. Plug it in and no sound whatsoever out of the amp.

[ Derek Nov 22, 2018 ]

I believe this will bypass the gain on the amp when plugged in so it'll immediately go from gain setting on the amp to gain setting on remote because in reality it's a remote gain control. Should be able to turn it up to as loud as it was before though.

[ phillip Sep 18, 2018 ]

That is odd. It was a plug and play for me, worked right out of the box.

[ ADAM Sep 18, 2018 ]

Turn the knob up

[ Mike Sep 18, 2018 ]

Do I need this if I got a HD750 amp or can I use the JL Audio DRC-200 that I got to go with my FIX 86?

[ T-Loc Dec 12, 2017 ]

1 answer

If you are installing the HD750 with the FIX 86, then you can use the DCR-200 to adjust the volume of the subwoofer through the FIX 86 interface. If you are not installing the FIX 86 with the HD750 amp, then you will need to get the HD-RLC level controller to use with the amp. Here is this controller: http://www.crutchfield.com/p_136HDRLC/item.html My Bio: http://www.crutchfield.com/Support/Bio.aspx?bio=101

[ Paul Dec 18, 2017 ] Staff

For the Jx series, what's the difference between using the rbc and the bass boost?

[ Bryan Jun 22, 2017 ]

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Bass boost only boosts the frequency at 45Hz I believe. RBC adjusts the amp's entire gain.

[ KEITH Jun 23, 2017 ]

Hello, with the rbc I feel that it's much easier to control the amount of bass with the subs with all the different music we listen to.

[ Kevin Jun 23, 2017 ]

Hey Brian. On the JX series amplifier the RBC-1 acts as a level control. To put it simply it adjusts our input sensitivity from the point to where it was already set (hopefully with an o-scope or DMM) and allows you to dial back the bass if need be or add a little extra kick. By the way bass boost is an excellent way to introduce clipping and unwanted distortion. I always recommend NEVER using a bass boost feature either on an amplifier or source unit. Good luck with your purchase.

[ Hidy Jun 23, 2017 ]

I need to install a JL amp RD900/5 with an AudioControl DQ-61 processor. The DQ-61 comes with its own control knob (ACR-3) that controls bass and more. I want to be able to adjust the bass for certain songs that may lack punch, i.e. some 80's metal/rock. But which would be the preferred option, using the ACR-3 (thus controlling the signal before amplification) or JL Audio RBC-1? Certainly not both, I would guess. Thanks.

[ Bill Apr 29, 2017 ]

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The AudioControl ACR-3 should give you the control you need. It takes time to get the DQ-61 set up but it gives you tremendous control. Good luck, and enjoy.

[ Anthony Apr 30, 2017 ]

Anytime you can make your adjustments prior to amplification it is better. I would go with the ACR3

[ Brian Apr 29, 2017 ]

I would place the AC3 control at at least 80% gain, fixed, them would only adjust bass volume from the JL audio knob Once the DQ controls are set to your liking, typically all at 70-80%gain, place masking tape over them so they do not move inadvertently- then it's all controlled by your head unit

[ Catalin Apr 29, 2017 ]

Will this work on a different amp if I change the cable? My amp uses a 3.5mm to phone jack cable for the bass knob but the controller is bulky. Can I just unplug my current bass knob and plug in this one since they both use phone jack connection at the knob?

[ Mark Feb 18, 2016 ]

4 answers

I am not technically qualified to answer this question, sorry.

[ KEN Feb 20, 2016 ]

I can't know for sure but I suspect it would work. It seems like they're both similar and for similar purposes. If it didn't work, Crutchfield would likely accept the return.

[ Jason Feb 19, 2016 ]

I tried on my Rockford Fosgate 500a2 using my Jl Bass knob and it increased the boost past the limits of my subwoofer so I think somehow regardless of using the same type phone cable they are different and I would recommend using the one that comes with your amplifier

[ carlos Feb 19, 2016 ]

As long as the wires are in line, it should work. Worst case scenario is that you'll need to crimp a new phone end on with the correct alignment. The knob is just a potentiometer so it's nothing very high tech.

[ JOSEPH Feb 19, 2016 ]

How long is the cable?

[ Rock Aug 30, 2015 ]

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The permanent cable as shown in the picture is about 7" long. The removable cable that runs from the pictured device to the amp is just a standard phone cable. I don't recall if that is supplied, or how long it is.

[ BRIAN Sep 01, 2015 ]

Not sure i installed all ready but is 6 to 8 feet long

[ ALEJANDRO Aug 31, 2015 ]

18ft

[ GERALD Aug 30, 2015 ]

The cable length is between 16'-20'.

[ TYLER Aug 30, 2015 ]

Will this product work on a Slash 500/5 amp?

[ Carlos Nov 12, 2014 ]

1 answer

I forwarded your question to an Advisor and they responded with the following: Honestly not sure. We did not carry that amp, so we don't have a compatibility listing for it. Best bet would be to call JL Audio directly at 954-624-0113 to confirm compatibility. If you would like to discuss further you can contact an Advisor directly by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat.

[ Krissy Nov 13, 2014 ] Staff

Can this be used with different brands of amps?

[ Zach Aug 30, 2014 ]

2 answers

[ AFRIM Sep 09, 2014 ]

Ono it only works with jl audio

[ JASON Aug 31, 2014 ]

Can you use 1 rbc knob to control 2 amps? Example: 2 500/1 jl amps using a phone splitter and controlling the bass on both.

[ Jonathan Jun 21, 2014 ]

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Yes, the knob can work for two amps. You have to hook the knob to amp one and then use the preamps from amp one to amp two. Hope this helps.

[ FRANK Jun 25, 2014 ]

I imagine if u bought a y connection to connect the two... ie telephone or ethernet cable with enough pins and it would control both at the same time... Contact JL audio for more accurate support

[ BRIAN E Jun 24, 2014 ]

I would not recommend splitting this parallel pair phone line, as its name suggests it's a parallel pair of 24 ga. conductors with little to no shielding effect. As you may understand low voltage signals in car audio are very conducive to propagating noise created by your cars charging system. Further splitting this barely shielded conductor could possibly invite that noise into your amplified system. Then there is the impedance matching of the rheostat that varies the pre -amp voltage of the amp, with a split conductor it is possible to allow feedback between amplifiers causing even more headache. I would not recommend using one RBC-1 for 2 amps. After all they don't call them RBC-2's.

[ JOSH J Jun 23, 2014 ]

I use this controller on 1 amp only. I will tell you that I love the added tuning I have with this control.

[ DALE Jun 23, 2014 ]

Sorry, but I don't I know. I've only used 1 amb. Call Crutchfield or JL

[ GARY J Jun 23, 2014 ]

Not shuer but it's worth a shot . The controler works well on one amp. I would think that if your trying to adjust two speakers on separate amps, it would be best to have two RBC knob controllers. That way it could be fine tuned. Or get a amp to control two subwoofer and one controler. The outher thing is the controler carries voltages, and not shure if sinding voltages to another amp will short out amp. Good luck with your project.

[ JAVIER Jun 23, 2014 ]

I would like to say yes but I have not personally tested it but I think it will work for you so try it and let me know how it goes.

[ DILLON Jun 23, 2014 ]

Yes you can control two amps with the single control. What you need is a rj11 phone splitter. The only catch is that the splitter must be a four wire and not a two wire dual line splitter.

[ RICHARD Jun 23, 2014 ]

Don't know about that one

[ JASON Jun 23, 2014 ]

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