Electro-Voice EKX-15 Datasheet

Electro-Voice | EKX-15

EKX-15

▪ 1600 W (peak), 132 dB SPL utilizing high-sensitivity

transducers designed and engineered by EV.

▪ EV-patented Signal Synchronized Transducers (SST)

waveguide design provides precise and consistent coverage.

▪ Lightweight, compact 15-mm wood enclosure with

internal bracing and durable EVCoat finish.

▪ Eight (8) M10 threaded mounting points, aluminum

pole-mounts, and all-metal handles.

▪ 90˚ x 60˚ pattern coverage for best coverage on

mid-size stages and 40˚ monitor angle with rubber feet.

The EKX series is the newest member of the Electro-Voice portable loudspeaker family, and combines legendary EV sound quality and reliability with the latest technology — all in a compact package suitable for a wide range of sound reinforcement scenarios, including musicians/DJs and live/club/installed sound applications. The EKX series features eight (8) models (four (4) powered and four (4) passive), including 12-inch and 15-inch two-way models and 15-inch and 18-inch subwoofers. EV-engineered components, Signal Synchronized Transducers (SST) waveguide design provides precise coverage and superior sound quality at high SPLs. EV’s award-winning industrial design — with robust wood enclosures and durable EVCoat finish — ensures that EKX speakers look as great as they sound. EKX-15 delivers up to 132 dB SPL utilizing high-sensitivity transducers designed and engineered by EV (15-inch EVS-15M woofer, coupled with a DH-1M 1-inch titanium compression driver). EKX passive models are ideal for portable and installed applications, with lightweight and compact 15-mm wood enclosures with internal bracing, durable EVCoat finish, eight (8) M10 threaded mounting points, aluminum pole-mounts, and all-metal handles.

Technical specifications

Frequency Response (-3 dB): 75 Hz - 18 kHz

Frequency Range (-10 dB): 50 Hz - 20 kHz

Axial Sensitivity: 96 dB

Maximum SPL: 132 dB

Rec. High-Pass Frequency: 50 Hz

Coverage (H x V): 90˚ x 60˚

Power Handling: 400 W continuous, 1600 W peak

LF Transducer: EVS-15M 381 mm (15 in)

HF Transducer: DH-1M 1-inch titanium compression

Crossover Frequency: 1.6 kHz

Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms

Minimum Impedance: 7.2 Ohms

Connectors: Dual NL4

Enclosure: 15 mm plywood with EVCoat

Grille: 18 AWG steel with powdercoat

driver

Suspension: (8) M10 threaded mounting points

Dimensions (H x W x D): 685 mm x 432 mm x 429 mm

(27 in x 17 in x 17 in)

2 | EKX-15

Represented by:

Germany:

Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH Robert-Bosch-Ring 5 85630 Grasbrunn Germany

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 12000 Portland Avenue South Burnsville MN 55337 USA

www.electrovoice.com

Net Weight: 23.2 kg (51.2 lb)

Shipping Weight: 28.2 kg (62.2 lb)

1. Full Space Measurement.

2. Maximum SPL is measured at 1 m using broadband pink noise at rated peak power rating.

System overview

Dimensions:

Frequency response:

Caution!

This Electro-Voice loudspeaker should be sus-

pended overhead only in accordance with the

procedures and limitations specified in the

User’s Manual and possible manual update

notices. This system should be suspended

with certified rigging hardware by an author-

ized rigging professional and in compliance

with local, state, and federal overhead sus-

pension ordinances.

Ordering information

EKX-15

Passive 15-inch 2-way loudspeaker, black

Order number EKX-15

EKX-15-AP

Passive 15-inch 2-way loudspeaker Asia-Pacific regions, black

Order number EKX-15-AP

Accessories

EKX-15/15P Wall Mount Bracket

Wall mount bracket for EKX-15/15P, black

Order number EKX-BRKT15

EKX-TCA Truss Adaptor

Truss adapter for EKX-12/12P or EKX-15/15P, black

Order number EKX-TCA

EKX-15 Cover

Padded cover for EKX-15/15P, EV logo, black

Order number EKX-15-CVR

EBK-M10 Eyebolt Attachment Kit

Forged M10 eyebolt kit, set of 3

Order number EBK-M10-3PACK