Mackie PA-180SW Parts list

Vision Series

High Efficiency Subwoofer Speaker System

P A180SW

SPEAKER

■ The PA180SW high-efficiency subwoofer is the ideal

bass-frequency extension to complement the VISION
series two-way loudspeakers.

■ The low-frequency transducer is a high-power 18"

woofer with a 4" voice coil. Using horn-reflex loading
to the transducer, the subwoofer design ensures an
efficient acoustic response down to 40Hz.

■ The subwoofer system includes a high-level

crossover network that features markedly lower (than
conventional) induction values in series with the
woofer. We call this innovation LICC (Low Impedance
Compensated Crossover). The benefit is delay reduc-
tion, reduced phase shift and superior transient
response. The high-pass crossover section is connect­ed to terminals on the input plate to facilitate easy
interface with VISION Series two-way loudspeaker sys­tems. The crossover is easily bypassed for bi-amp or
tri-amp operation via an installer-accessible
changeover block. Back panel indicators display the
current system setting.

■ The Mackie Industrial PA180SW is a part of the

VISION family of loudspeaker products including full­range, cost-effective, two-way loudspeakers and com­plementary subwoofer cabinets. The two-way enclo­sures have a trapezoidal footprint for easy array con­figuration. All enclosures are constructed using 19mm
void-free, birch plywood and finished with a scratch­resistant black coating. Transducer components are
protected from the environment by a heavy gauge
metal grille. The VISION products are eminently suited
for fixed installation, ready for suspension via built-in
M10 inserts with metal reinforcement and forged
shoulder eyebolt hardware.

■ This Mackie Industrial product is covered by an

exclusive, one-time, NO FAULT repair policy in addition
to a five year limited warranty.

Features

■ 18" high-efficiency 4" voice-coil woofer

■ Horn reflex loaded woofer

■ Switchable internal passive crossover network

■ Rectangular box enclosure with protective metal grille

■ 19mm birch plywood construction

■ Nine suspension points (M10) and standard

eyebolt hardware

■ Integrated hand-carry locations

■ Exclusive Mackie Industrial — one-time, NO FAULT

repair policy

■ Five year limited warranty

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PA180SW

APPLICATIONS

■ Low Frequency Enhancement

■ Music Enhancement

■ Special Effects Reinforcement

■ Entertainment Systems

■ Live Music Reinforcement

■ Large Speech Systems

High Efficiency Subwoofer Speaker System

P A180SW

SPEAKER

PA180SW

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Specifications

System

Freq. Range (–10dB): 40Hz–180Hz
Freq. Response (–3dB): 50Hz–160Hz
System Sensitivity1: 100dB, 1W @ 1m
Rated Maximum SPL: 133dB, @ 1m
Nominal Impedance: 8Ω
Input Power Rating: 500W AES; 2000W Peak
Recommended Amplifier2: 750W
LF Protection: Dynamic
Crossover: 120Hz, 12dB/Octave

Transducer

Low-Frequency: 18" (460mm) woofer with

4" (100mm) coil

Physical

Enclosure: Rectangular, 19mm multilayered birch
Rigging Inserts: 9 points; accepts M10 threaded

hardware, 3 eyebolts provided
Color: Black, scratch resistant paint
Grille: Custom perforated steel grille

with open-cell poly fiber backing
Input Connectors: Speakon®NL4
Dimensions (HxWxD): 23.50" x 31.34" x 23.74"

(596mm x 796mm x 603mm)

Net Weight: 114lb. (52kg)

Options

PA-A1 Forged shoulder M10 eyebolt hardware

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Measured on axis in the far field with 1 watt (2.83V RMS, 8Ω) input and referenced to 1 meter distance
using the inverse square law. Listed sound pressure represents an average from 50Hz to 150Hz.

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Recommended Amplifier is a power capability value thatshould be taken as a guide.