Electrovoice - EKX-18S Passive 18" Subwoofer
Electrovoice - EKX-18S Passive 18" Subwoofer, 400W Continuous/1600W Peak Power, 134dB SPL
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18" Passive Subwfooer
Electrovoice - EKX-18S
Add some 'Umph' To Your SetupElectrovoice’s EKX-18S is a passive subwoofer perfectly suited for live music settings and DJ applications. Featuring 1600W peak power, the EKX-18S is capable of delivering up to 134dB Max SPL, utilizing high sensitivity transducers designed and engineered by EV for this express purpose. The EKX-18S is lightweight and compact, made from a 15mm wooded enclosure with internal bracing, and durable EVCoat finish. The large slot ports also allow for low distortion and excellent bass extension. The EKX-18S will make a fine addition to your loudspeaker set up, giving you that room filling low end everybody loves!
134 dBMax SPL
1600WPeak Power
8ΩImpedance
at a glance
• 1600W peak power, 400W continuous power with a maximum SPL of 134dB
• Features highs ensitivity transducers designed and engineered by EV
• Lightweight, compact 15mm wood enclosure with internal bracing, and durable EVCoat finish
• Large slot ports for low distortion and excellent bass extension
• Two metal grille reinforcement bars
• M20 threaded pole mount plate
suitability
• Ideally suited to live gigs, clubs & DJ Setups
Electro-Voice EKX Loudspeaker - An Overview
The EKX series is the newest member of the Electro Voice portable loudspeaker family, and 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.

The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | 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 |
| Recommended High-Pass Frequency | 30Hz |
| Dimensions | Width: 23.86" (606mm) Height: 20.47" (520mm) Depth: 24.09" (612mm) |
| Net Weight | 70.11lbs (31.8kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 88.41lbs (40.1kg) |
| Family | EKX |
| Nominal Impedance | 8Ω |
| Axial Sensitivity (SPL, 1 W @ 1 m) | 96dB |
| Power Handling (Continuous / Peak) | 400W/1600W |
| Maximum SPL | 134dB |
| Passive Power Handling | 1600W peak |