EKX-18S

18" passive subwoofer

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  • 1600 W (peak), 134 dB peak SPL on the EKX-18S utilizing highsensitivity transducers designed and engineered by EV.
  • Lightweight, compact 15-mm wood enclosure with internal bracing, and durable EVCoat finish.
  • Large slot ports for low distortion and excellent bass extension.
  • Metal grille reinforcement bar (two bars on the EKX-18S).
  • M20 threaded pole mount plate.

Specifications

Frequency Range (-10 dB) 35 Hz - 300kHz (Half Space Measurement)
Minimum Impedance 7.0Ω
Speaker Type Subwoofer

Woofer Size 18inch
Powered or Passive Passive
Frequency Response (-3 dB)¹ 50 Hz - 100Hz (Half Space Measurement)
Max. SPL/1m (calc)² 134dB
LF Transducer EVS-18C 457 mm (18 in)
Power Rating 1600W
Connector Type Dual NL4
Enclosure Material 15 mm, plywood with EVCoat
Grille 18 AWG steel with powdercoat
Height 520mm (20.47")
Width 606mm (23.86")
Recommended High-Pass Frequency 30Hz
Depth 612mm (24.09")
Weight Net 31.8kg (70.11 lbs)
Shipping Weight 40.1kg (88.41 lbs)
Family EKX
Nominal Impedance
Axial Sensitivity (SPL, 1 W @ 1 m) 96dB
Power Handling (Continuous / Peak) 400 W/1600W
Maximum SPL 134dB
Passive Power Handling 1600W peak

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    Downloads

    Technical Documentations
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    EKX Passive UKCA Declaration of Conformity (2022-May)
    Ekx Passives Series, EC Declaration of Conformity
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    EKX-18S Engineering Data Sheet
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    EKX Passive Loudspeakers User Manual
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    Service Policies for Asia/Pacific Rim
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    Audio 101 - Basic Audio Terminology
    Audio 101 - Loudspeaker Basics
    EASE Data Explanation
    PA Bible 02: Power Handling Capacity
    PA Bible 11: Portable Sound Systems for the Small Club
    The EV PA Bible
    The PA Bible Chapter Zero
    Software, Firmware & Design Tools
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    EKX Simplified Cabinet CAD Drawing
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    EKX EASE Data
    Marketing Materials
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    Portable speakers catalog 2024 GLOBAL

    Warranty & After Sales Programs

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