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The JBL EON518S is an 18", direct-radiating, high performance powered compact subwoofer speaker system designed to extend low frequency performance of any EON system. The JBL subwoofer also offers the convenience of an integrated crossover and stereo loop-thru capability. The EON518S is comprised of a 460 mm (18") Differential Drive woofer driven by a 500W Class-D digital amplifier. The amplifier input panel offers stereo or mono line level inputs via balanced XLR connectors as well as a single channel speaker level input via a 1/4 inch TS phone jack. Signal processing, crossover functionality and limiting for the system is integrated into the input section functionality. Overall subwoofer input sensitivity is controlled by a single easy-grip knob and a simple switch enables polarity reversal for sub/satellite system optimization. It's signal present and limit lights indicate performance status and JBL provides an additional switch to kill the illuminated logo in theater applications. The speaker enclosure has been engineered for maximum performance and absolute minimum size. Constructed of 18 mm plywood it is coated in JBL's rugged DuraFlex finish. It also features a full screen-backed steel grille designed into a rugged copolymer bezel for maximum component protection. For comfortable portability the EON518S subwoofer features 2 large ergonomic rubber grip handles.

JBL EON518S 500W 18" Powered Subwoofer Features:

500W High-Performance Powered Subwoofer System
True portability — weighs only 65 lb.
Compact enclosure
Designed handles with comfort rubber grips for easy transport
18" differential drive low-frequency driver with neodymium magnet for low-distortion and light weight
Efficient Class-D digital amplifier technology
Stereo-balanced loop-through outputs
Integrated and switchable High Pass Filter on loop-through outputs
Easy "daisy-chain" connections for extending the system
Polarity reverse selector
Integrated 36 mm pole mount socket for sub/satellite applications
Rugged DuraFlex finish

JBL EON518S 500W 18" Powered Subwoofer Specifications:

System Type: Self-powered 18", bass-reflex design
Frequency Range (-10 dB): 36 Hz – 130 Hz
Frequency Response (±3 dB): 42 Hz – 100 Hz
Crossover Frequency: 120 Hz (HPF selectable on outputs)
System Power Rating: 500 W continuous, 1000 W peak
Distortion: Less than 0.1% at rated power
Maximum SPL: 129 dB
Signal indicators: Limit: Red LED indicates input overload condition
Signal: Green LED indicates signal present
Input Gain: - Infinity to +4 dBu
Input Impedance: Nominal 20k Ohms (balanced)
Polarity: 0° or 180° phase shift
LF Driver: 1 x JBL 268G 460 mm (18") Differential Drive integrated woofer with dual voice coils, 4 ohm impedance
Enclosure: 18 mm, plywood
Suspension / Mounting: 36 mm pole socket on top
Finish: DuraFlex
Grille: Powder coated perforated steel with acoustically transparent black screen backing.
Input Connectors: Balanced XLRs with loop through (stereo) to balanced XLR satellite outputs. 1/4" Speaker level input.
XLR Pin Assignments: Pin 2 (+), Pin 3 (-), Pin 1 (GND)
AC input: 120 – 230 V, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (H x W x D): 24.3" x 22.4" x 25.7"
Net Weight: 65lb.