JBL 18-inch Studio Subwoofer with up to 8000W of power for the deepest, most powerful bass in the studio, Model SUB18

JBL 18-inch Studio Subwoofer with up to 8000W of power for the deepest, most powerful bass in the studio, Model SUB18

• A subwoofer speaker The JBL SUB18 is the most powerful studio subwoofer JBL has ever produced, and it was specifically designed for tasks that require an unprecedented level of power and very deep low-frequency response.
• This studio amplifier offers an in-room response of less than 18Hz with a Peak SPL of up to 137dB, making it the ideal choice for electronic music production, film installations, and mastering rooms that require extremely powerful and accurate bass performance.
• When combined with the JBL M2 Master Reference Monitor, the SUB18 boosts the system's output threefold, delivering an exceptional reference audio platform in professional work environments.

Technical description:

• The subwoofer speaker The SUB18 is powered by a professional JBL 2269H 18-inch Differential Drive® Direct Cooled™ driver, featuring two 4-inch voice coils and dual neodymium magnets to deliver a powerful, deep response without distortion, even under maximum acoustic pressure.
• The sub works with Crown iTech HD external amplifiers and it is recommended to use the custom settings compatible with it to achieve full performance and integration with JBL M2 speakers.
• The frame features high-strength 18mm Baltic Birch Plywood, a professional design used in the largest audio systems to ensure consistent and accurate sound even under very high power levels.

Technical specifications:

• Driver size: 18 inches
• In-room response: less than 18Hz
• Frequency at -10dB: 20.6Hz
• Frequency at -6dB: 23.1Hz
• Frequency (±3dB): Starts from 18Hz
• SPL Peak: 137dB
• Input capacity:
• 2000W Continuous
• 8000W Peak
• Sound sensitivity: 92dB @ 1m
• Resistance: 8 ohms
• Required amplifier power: 3500 – 4000W
• Driver type: JBL 2269H – 4" Dual Voice Coil – Dual Neodymium Magnets
• Connectors: Push Terminals x2
• Manufacturing materials: 18mm thick Baltic birch wood
• Dimensions:
• Height: 685 mm
• Width: 762 mm
• Depth: 620 mm
• Weight: 45 kg

Key features:

• JBL's most powerful subwoofer studio for professional production projects
• Extremely deep frequency response with impressive performance below 18Hz
• Peak is enormous, reaching 137dB
• Professional driver with JBL Differential Drive technology
• Very high power consumption up to 8000W
• Sturdy wooden design with Black Lacquer finish
• Full integration with JBL M2 systems via Crown iTech amplifiers
• Accurate performance suitable for cinema, electronic music, and sound effects

Product summary:

• The JBL SUB18 studio amplifier is not just a subwoofer; it's a professional bass platform capable of producing the greatest frequency depth any studio could need.
• Designed for environments that require enormous power with high precision such as film mixing, dance production, effects design, and advanced reference audio systems.

Additional features:

• Support for thicker wires (12 Gauge) for higher power transmission
• Improved design to reduce thermal compression
• Consistent performance during prolonged operation
• Dual ports for connecting an additional SAP when needed
• It operates with high efficiency in large rooms or with multiple SAP systems.

Applications used for the product:

• Electronic and Hip Hop Music Production
• It offers a powerful frequency depth that reveals every detail of the bass.
• Film mixing and special effects design
• Ideal for the sub-auditory LFE frequencies necessary in modern films.
• Professional Master Rooms
• It supports making accurate decisions in complex bass layers.
• Integration with M2 reference systems
• It boosts the overall system capacity by up to 300%.
• Large studios and Dolby Atmos systems
• An ideal foundation for advanced surround sound and a balanced acoustic structure.

Summary and final advice:

• If you are looking for a subwoofer speaker Uncompromising in power and precision, the JBL SUB18 is the ultimate professional choice.
• Its tremendous low-frequency capabilities and robustness make it suitable for advanced studios that require bass performance beyond the limits of the traditional subwoofer, whether for high-level film or music work.

Detailed product data (Data Sheet).