EKX-18SP
18" 1,300 W Powered Subwoofer
In-store pickup only. We don't ship this item. Order online and collect it free in store, usually ready within 24 hours. Pickup details
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- 15-day returns. Return policy
- Warranty: 5 years when registered with Electro-Voice. Full terms
Is it right for you?
An 18-inch powered subwoofer: 1,300 W and 134 dB, down to 35 Hz (-10 dB), with Cardioid Control for multi-sub rigs.
Great for
- Festivals and large venues
- Houses of worship
- Multi-sub rigs that keep bass off the stage
Description
The EKX-18SP is a powered 18-inch subwoofer with an EV-engineered EVS-18C driver and 1,300 W of Class-D power, reaching up to 134 dB. QuickSmartDSP sets the mode (Music, Live or Club), the low-pass and the limiting, and stores five presets of your own. Cardioid Control Technology, adapted from EV touring systems, steers the bass toward the audience with up to 35 dB less on stage when several subs are deployed. Electro-Voice builds it for festivals, large venues, houses of worship and installs.
Key Features
- 1,300 W Class-D, up to 134 dB maximum SPL
- Cardioid Control Technology: up to 35 dB less on stage with multiple subs
- Music, Live and Club modes, a selectable 80, 100, 120 or 150 Hz low-pass, and system-match crossovers
- Five user presets
- Two XLR link outputs: input 1 passes to output 1, input 2 to output 2
- Intelligent thermal management with a variable-speed fan
- 15 mm braced plywood enclosure with EVCoat, M20 threaded pole-mount plate and all-metal handles
Specifications
- Type: powered subwoofer
- Woofer: EVS-18C 18" (457 mm)
- Amplifier power: 1,300 W Class-D
- Maximum SPL: 134 dB (peak)
- Frequency response (−3 dB): 40 Hz–150 Hz
- Frequency range (−10 dB): 35 Hz–180 Hz
- Low-pass: 80, 100, 120 or 150 Hz
- Connectivity: 2 x XLR/TRS combo inputs, 2 x XLR link outputs
- Enclosure: 15 mm plywood with EVCoat
- Grille: 18 AWG powder-coated steel
- Mounting: M20 threaded pole-mount plate
- AC power: 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz, 1.8 A
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 520 x 606 x 612 mm (20" x 24" x 24")
- Net weight: 32.8 kg (72.4 lb)
Pairs well with
Make it work
What you need with the EKX-18SP
You also need
The source goes into the sub first; each XLR link output feeds a top. Set the sub's low-pass to 80, 100, 120 or 150 Hz.
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One or two powered tops.Pick one
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Two XLR cables from a mixer's stereo outputs into the sub's two inputs.
2 × CMI-100 Quad Microphone Cable25 ft
$89.90$44.95 each
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Two XLR cables from the sub's link outputs, one to each top.
2 × CMI-100 Quad Microphone Cable10 ft
$53.90$26.95 each
Questions are always welcome. We usually reply within one business day.
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Shipping and pickup
$3 flat shipping on orders under $150 and free shipping on orders of $150 or more, anywhere in the lower 48. Free in-store pickup, usually ready within 24 hours. Items marked “In-store pickup only” are not shipped. Shipping policy
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Questions
Questions about a product, an order or a return? Email moonelectronics3069@gmail.com or send us a message.
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Warranty and returns
Every product is genuine and covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. Returns are accepted within 15 days. See the warranty page and refund policy for details.
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Visit the store
30-69 Steinway St, Astoria, NY 11103. Open Monday–Saturday, 11 am–7 pm. Closed Sundays.