The EKX-18S 18” passive subwoofer combines quality and reliability in a compact package suitable for a wide range of sound reinforcement scenarios. Ideal for musicians, DJs and live performance, and installed sound applications, the innovative EKX-18S is equipped with features that optimize performance and versatility, including EV-engineered speaker and amplifier components and on-board signal processing with user-friendly single-knob control and application presets for easy set-up. Electro-Voice’s award-winning industrial design – incorporating robust wood enclosures, premium-quality hardware, and durable EVCoat finish – ensures that this sub looks as great as it sounds.
Electro-Voice EKX-18S Features
- 1600W (peak), 134 dB peak SPL
- Lightweight, compact 15mm 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
- EKX-18S 18" Passive Subwoofer1
- Frequency Range (-10 dB) 35 Hz - 300kHz (Half Space Measurement)
- Minimum Impedance 7.0Ω
- Speaker Type Subwoofer
- Woofer Size 18inch
- Powered or Passive Passive
- Frequency Response (-3 dB) 50 Hz - 100Hz (Half Space Measurement)
- Max. SPL/1m (calc) 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 20.47" (520mm)
- Width 23.86" (606mm)
- Depth 24.09" (612mm)
- Recommended High-Pass Frequency 30Hz
- Weight Net 70.11lbs (31.8kg)
- Shipping Weight 88.41lbs (40.1kg)
- Family EKX
- Power Handling (Continuous / Peak) 400 W/1600W
- Maximum SPL 134dB
- Passive Power Handling 1600W peak
- Nominal Impedance 8Ω
- Axial Sensitivity (SPL, 1W @ 1 m) 96dB
More about Electro-Voice's EKX Series
With Electro-Voice engineering and innovation working together for maximum sonic impact, the EKX series makes it easy to optimize the power of your performance. EKX combines renowned Electro-Voice sound quality and reliability — all in a compact package suitable for a wide range of sound reinforcement scenarios, including musicians, DJs and small-to-medium live, club and installed sound applications. The EKX series is equipped with professional features not usually found at its price point, making it an incredible value.
The EKX series 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 models (four powered and four passive), including 12” and 15” two-way models and 15” and 18” subwoofers. EKX is positioned above the ZLX and ELX series and below the ETX series.
Innovative, EV-exclusive features ensure EKX provides best-in-class performance and versatility, including EV-engineered speaker and amplifier components for superior sound quality and reliability, and on-board signal processing with user-friendly single-knob control and application presets for easy set-up. EV’s award-winning industrial design – incorporating robust wood enclosures, premium-quality hardware, and durable EVCoat finish – ensures that EKX speakers look as great as they sound.
