EKX-18S
18" passive subwoofer
- 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 |
Specifications |
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 |
Power Handling (Continuous / Peak) | 400 W/1600W |
Maximum SPL | 134dB |
Passive Power Handling | 1600W peak |
Nominal Impedance | 8Ω |
Axial Sensitivity (SPL, 1 W @ 1 m) | 96dB |
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For optimal sound system performance, Electro-Voice recommends the following amplifiers for EKX-18S.
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Downloads
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Portable speakers catalog 2020 EMEA | ES | 6.76MB | 05.12.2020 |
ProSound Loudspeakers and Electronics Catalog | EN | 15.43MB | 04.02.2019 |
Portable speakers catalog 2020 EMEA | EN | 9.22MB | 01.21.2020 |
Portable speakers catalog 2020 EMEA | PL | 6.77MB | 05.12.2020 |
Portable speakers catalog 2020 EMEA | FR | 6.76MB | 05.12.2020 |
Portable speakers catalog 2020 EMEA | EL | 6.78MB | 05.12.2020 |
Portable speakers catalog 2020 EMEA | DE | 6.76MB | 05.12.2020 |
Portable speakers catalog 2020 NA | EN | 10.63MB | 05.22.2020 |
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EKX-15SP_EKX-18SP_CB-CERT_DK-43603-UL UL Certificate of Compliance | 181KB | 12.18.2019 |
Ekx-15Sp, Ekx-18Sp, Emc, Certificate No. Ee18-E691-8Ed4-9B97 Certificate | 414KB | 12.18.2019 |
Ekx-15Sp, Ekx-18Sp, Emc, Dongguan Emtek Certificate No. Ed150107039E | 267KB | 12.18.2019 |
Ekx-15Sp, Ekx-18Sp, Low Voltage Directive (Lvd), Dongguan Emtek Certificate No. Ed150107039S | 457KB | 12.18.2019 |
Ekx-15Sp, Ekx-18Sp, Verification of Conformity (Voc), Dongguan Emtek Certificate No. Ed150107038E Certificate | 268KB | 12.18.2019 |
Environmental Compliance Document | 148KB | 10.03.2017 |
Etl, Ekx-15Sp, Ekx-18Sp, Authorization To Mark (Atm), Intertek Certificate No. 150114025Szn-001 Certificate | 116KB | 12.18.2019 |
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EKX Simplified Cabinet CAD Drawing | ZIP | 7.42MB | 06.09.2015 |
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EKX EASE Data | ZIP | 212KB | 01.24.2018 |
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EKX-18S Engineering Data Sheet | EN | 403KB | 03.04.2015 |
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Altavoces EKX pasivos Manual | ES | 3.38MB | 05.27.2016 |
Altifalantes EKX passivos Manual | PT | 3.36MB | 01.05.2017 |
EKX Passive Loudspeakers User Manual | EN | 3.37MB | 05.27.2016 |
EKX Passive 说明书 | ZH | 3.97MB | 05.27.2016 |
EKX パッシブスピーカー マニュアル | JA | 3.54MB | 05.27.2016 |
EKX 패시브형 라우드 스피커 설치 매뉴얼 | KO | 3.47MB | 05.27.2016 |
EKX-Passivlautsprecher Benutzerhandbuch | DE | 3.38MB | 05.27.2016 |
Enceintes passives EKX Guide | FR | 3.38MB | 05.27.2016 |

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Allgemeine Lieferbedingungen | DE | 184KB | 11.30.2016 |
General Terms & Conditions of Deliver for Export Business | EN | 57KB | 11.26.2014 |
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Audio 101 - Basic Audio Terminology | EN | 2.74MB | 12.13.2012 |
Audio 101 - Loudspeaker Basics | EN | 3.02MB | 12.13.2012 |
EASE Data Explanation | EN | 934KB | 11.17.2015 |
PA Bible 02: Power Handling Capacity | EN | 422KB | 12.26.2007 |
PA Bible 11: Portable Sound Systems for the Small Club | EN | 470KB | 12.26.2007 |
The EV PA Bible | EN | 1.14MB | 12.26.2007 |
The PA Bible Chapter Zero | EN | 1.14MB | 06.11.2018 |