Avante A18S Active Subwoofer
Experience deep, powerful bass with the Avante A18S Active Subwoofer. This robust unit features an 18-inch woofer with a 3-inch voice coil, engineered for exceptional low-frequency performance. It is driven by a powerful 1600W peak Class D amplifier, covering a frequency range of 35Hz to 150Hz. For easy customization, it includes an integrated DSP system managed via an LCD screen. Connectivity is straightforward with combo XLR/¼” inputs and balanced XLR outputs, all housed in a durable 15mm plywood enclosure.
$1099.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
3573
/ 6561
#3573 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-25%
Below average
Driver
183
/ -inch Woofer with -inch Voice Coil
Who it's for
- Deep, Powerful Bass Output
- Integrated DSP and Crossover
- Road-Ready Construction
Who should skip it
- Significant Weight and Bulk
- High Initial Cost
- Requires Dedicated Power Circuitry
Key Specs
Driver
18-inch Woofer with 3-inch Voice Coil
Amplifier Power
1600 W Dynamic / 500W RMS Class D
Frequency Response (-10dB)
35Hz-150Hz
Maximum Output
127dB Peak SPL @ 1M
Enclosure Material
15mm Plywood with 1.5 mm steel grill
Connectivity
2 x Balanced XLR/¼” combo inputs, 2 x XLR male outputs
Dimensions (W x D x H)
20.1” x 25.5” x 26.1”
Net Weight
73 lbs. (33.1 kg)
Features
- Impactful low-frequency reinforcement
- Integrated DSP with LCD control
- Robust 1600W peak Class D amplification
- Durable 15mm plywood construction
- Ground stack capable for flexible setup
- Excellent heat dissipation
- Wide frequency response for deep bass
What customers say
The Avante A18S Subwoofer earns high praise for delivering exceptional value in professional audio. Users consistently emphasize its impressive power output and deep, resonant low frequencies, noting the 18-inch driver provides substantial room-filling thump. Reviewers are often surprised by the clarity achieved at this budget friendly price, frequently comparing it favorably to costlier models. The integrated amplifier and crossover controls offer useful flexibility for system integration. While the cabinet construction is robust, its weight presents a minor portability challenge for solo users. Overall, the consensus is that the A18S is a highly recommended workhorse, offering outstanding performance per dollar for serious low-end reinforcement.
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