EM Acoustics Quake MSE-118 User Manual
QUAKE
MSE-118 Subwoofer
User Manual – v1.0
EM Acoustics Loudspeakers
Building 74, Dunsfold Park
Cranleigh, Surrey
GU6 8TB, UK
Phone +44 (0) 1483 266520
Fax +44 (0) 1483 275619
www.emacoustics.co.uk
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Copyright EM Acoustics 2006
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CONTENTS
Introduction
Thank you ...……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3
Unpacking ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3
Declaration of Conformity ……………………………………………………………………………………………… . 3
Product Overview
MSE-118 Quake Subwoofer enclosure ………………..……………………………………………………………...4
System Set-up
Safety Considerations………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5
Cabling & Amplifier selection ……………………………………………………………………………………………..5
Quake in use
Stacking …….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….6
Stack Placement………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Delay Times ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
Maintenance
MSE-118 Unit Service….. …….……………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
MSE-118 Grille Replacement …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
MSE-118 Regular Service …….…………………………………………………………………………………………….9
Warranty ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
Appendix A – Technical Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………….11
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you
Thank you for purchasing the awesome Quake subwoofer from EM Acoustics. Quake has been carefully designed
and rigorously tested to ensure years of flawless operation and unprecedented sonic quality. The EM Acoustics
MSE-118 Quake is designed to provide a smooth and coherent frequency and phase response, whilst having
phenomenal power and SPL to enable the Quake to be used in a variety of applications ranging from large
nightclubs to full-scale arena tours.
Quake is not a “plug and play“ product – [lease ensure that you read this manual carefully before use, and that
you keep it to hand should you need it for further reference. Furthermore, should you have any difficulties please
do not hesitate in contacting your EM Acoustics dealer, or email info@emacoustics.co.uk
for further assistance.
Unpacking
Every EM Acoustics product is built to the highest standard and thoroughly tested before it leaves our factory.
After unpacking your loudspeaker, please inspect it carefully for any signs of transit damage. If such damage is
found, please notify the carrier at once to instigate a claim. It is suggested that you retain all packaging for future
re-shipment.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The products contained within this manual conform to the requirements of the EMC
Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and to the requirements of the Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC.
Standards Applied: EMC Emission EN55103-1:1996
Immunity EN55103-2:1996
Electrical Safety EN60065:1993
RECYCLING
This product and its packaging constitute the applicable product according to the WEEE directive.
Please ensure that at the end of the working life of this product, it is disposed of sensibly in
accordance with local and national recycling regulations. The packaging supplied with this product
is recyclable. Please retain all packaging, however if disposing of this packaging please ensure
that you comply with local recycling regulations. These products also all comply to the RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The MSE-118 Quake is a high power, true horn-loaded subwoofer, designed for the ultimate in low frequency
performance. By matching the utmost in drive unit technology with tireless research into the development of horn
technology, Quake produces phenomenal performance from an enclosure housing only a single 18” drive unit.
The substantial enclosure houses a single proprietary 18” (457mm) drive unit with a 5” (127mm) voice coil. A
radically shaped dustcap adds to the cone’s structural integrity, whilst a dual-suspension system ensures that the
moving structure maintains in pure-piston motion even whilst experiencing the high pressure levels found in the
horn throat. This drive unit is loaded onto a horn nearly 9’ (2743mm) in length, to provide unprecedented depth
and power from a single drive unit enclosure.
Quake was designed to be equally at home either installed or on the road, and as such has been optimally sized
for truck packing in both height and width. Interlocking nylon feet on the sides of the enclosure prevent stacks of
Quakes from moving around, as well as protecting the paint finish. Eight heavy-duty steel bar handles allow ease
of movement in any orientation, and the addition of four tour-grade castors on the rear make load in simpler and
easier. There is also an optional four-Quake dolly board available, to allow enclosures to be moved around in
stacks of four, ready for use.
Quake is also ready to accept the revolutionary new DA-1 power amplifier module, to provide the utmost in self-
contained subwoofer solutions.
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