Electro-Voice EKX-18S Datasheet

Electro-Voice | EKX-18S

EKX-18S

▪ 1600 W (peak), 134 dB SPL utilizing high-sensitivity

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.

▪ Two (2) metal grille reinforcement bars.

▪ M20 threaded pole mount plate.

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. EKX-18S delivers up to 134 dB SPL utilizing high-sensitivity transducers designed and engineered by EV (18-inch EVS-18C subwoofer). EKX passive models are ideal for portable and installed applications, with lightweight and compact 15-mm wood enclosures with internal bracing, durable EVCoat finish, aluminum pole-mounts, and all-metal handles.

Technical specifications

Frequency Response (-3 dB): 50 Hz - 100 Hz

Frequency Range (-10 dB): 35 Hz - 300 Hz

Axial Sensitivity: 96 dB

Maximum SPL: 134 dB peak

Minimum Impedance: 7.0 Ohms

Connectors: Dual NL4

Enclosure: 15 mm plywood with EVCoat

Grille: 18 AWG steel with powdercoat

Dimensions (H x W x D): 520 mm x 606 mm x 612 mm

(20 in x 24 in x 24 in)

Net Weight: 31.8 kg (70.0 lb)

Shipping Weight: 40.1 kg (88.4 lb)

1. Half Space Measurement.

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

System overview

Frequency response:

Rec. High-Pass Frequency: 30 Hz

Power Handling: 400 W continuous, 1600 W peak

LF Transducer: EVS-18C 457 mm (18 in)

Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms

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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

Dimensions:

Ordering information

EKX-18S

Passive 18-inch subwoofer, black

Order number EKX-18S

EKX-18S-AP

Passive 18-inch subwoofer Asia-Pacific regions, black

Order number EKX-18S-AP

Accessories

EKX-18S Cover

Padded cover for EKX-18S/18SP, EV logo, black

Order number EKX-18S-CVR