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WS218X

Dual-Driver Vented Sub-Bass System

WS218X Subwoofer
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The WS218X is a high performance sub-bass system designed for use with large scale systems, in both Live and Installed applications. Featuring a 1000 Watt 18" (460mm) drive unit with magnet structure and suspension engineered for maximum linear excursion.

Features

  • Dual, direct radiating long excursion 18" (460mm) drivers
  • High temperature 4" (100mm) voice coils
  • High power – 138dB continuous, 144dB peak
  • Fitted with handles and castors

Applications

  • Medium/large scale touring systems
  • Theatre sound systems
  • Club sound reinforcement
  • Special effects sub-bass

Featuring twin, 1000 watt 18" (460mm) drive units with magnet structure and suspension engineered for maximum linear excursion.

The birch ply cabinet is fitted with six pocket handles and four 4" (100mm) castors for easy deployment. It features large area porting to reduce air noise.

WS218X subwoofers are designed to be powered by Martin Audio MA12K or MA9.6K amplifiers.

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Specification
TYPE Dual-driver vented sub-bass system
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 35Hz-150Hz ± 3dB,
-10dB @ 28Hz
DRIVERS 2 x 18" (460mm)/4" (100mm) voice coil, ultra- long excursion, water resistant cone
RATED POWER (1) 2000W AES, 8000W peak
SENSITIVITY (2) 105dB (half space)
MAXIMUM SPL (3) 138dB continuous, 144dB peak (half space)
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE 2 x 8Ω
CROSSOVER 70Hz-150Hz, via DX1.5 or DX2 controller
ENCLOSURE 320 litre, multi-laminate birch ply
FINISHTextured black paint
PROTECTIVE GRILLEBlack perforated steel
CONNECTORS 2 x Neutrik NL8
Pin CONNECTIONS
  • LF1: 1+,1- & 2+,2-
  • LF2: 3+,3- & 4+,4-
FITTINGS
  • 4 x 4" (100mm) castors
  • 6 x pocket handles
  • 2 x front lid fittings
DIMENSIONS
  • (W) 1066mm x (H) 561mm x (D) 780mm(911mm)
  • (W) 42ins x (H) 22.1ins x (D) 30.7ins (35.9ins)
WEIGHT89kg (196.2lbs)
Drawings
Martin Audio WS218X Tech Drawing

Technical Drawings for WS218X.

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