{"product_id":"b-c-speakers-18-ps-100-8-ohms-422830","title":"18 PS 100 8 ohms","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA B\u0026amp;C 18\" Designed to Handle Power in the Subwoofer Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe B\u0026amp;C \u003cstrong\u003e18PS100\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cstrong\u003e18\" (46 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e speaker oriented towards \"SUB\", designed to deliver physical, clean, and stable bass at high levels. Its philosophy is clear: to withstand power, control excursion, and remain musical in the frequency range critical for sound reinforcement (kick drum, infra-bass, supporting low-mid). Thanks to a design focused on mechanical and thermal endurance, it naturally fits into a serious bass cabinet project, whether custom-built or as a replacement driver in an existing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This 18\" Is For: Sound Reinforcement, DIY Cabinets, and Driver Replacements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis speaker targets users seeking a \u003cstrong\u003esubwoofer woofer\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of operating at high levels for extended periods: contractors, installers, bands, venues, clubs, as well as DIY enthusiasts wanting to build a high-performance tuned cabinet. With its \u003cstrong\u003e8-ohm impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e and sensitivity of \u003cstrong\u003e95.5 dB (1 W\/1 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it suits amplification adapted to bass and mono or multi-cabinet configurations. It is also relevant for \u003cstrong\u003ereplacement\u003c\/strong\u003e (recone\/standard exchange as per common practice) when one wants to maintain the signature and behavior of a system based on an 18\" sound reinforcement driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Design and Features: Durability, Control, and Reliability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003e4.0\" (100 mm) Voice Coil: Thermal and Dynamic Stability\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 18PS100 relies on a \u003cstrong\u003e4.0\" (100 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecopper wire voice coil\u003c\/strong\u003e, a typical choice for high-power bass drivers. The goal is to maintain a consistent response and solid dynamics when the system is driven for long durations, while keeping good transient control (kick drum attacks, electronic impacts, etc.). The rated power of \u003cstrong\u003e1400 W AES\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects this \"heavy-duty\" subwoofer purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTriple Roll Suspension and 8.0 mm Xmax: Controlled Bass\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMechanical endurance is crucial in a subwoofer enclosure. Here, the \u003cstrong\u003etriple roll suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e helps control the moving assembly during large excursions, while the \u003cstrong\u003e8.0 mm Xmax\u003c\/strong\u003e indicates a displacement capacity consistent with sustained bass use. The expected result: a cleaner low end when pushing levels, with less \"muddy\" sensation and better punch clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTreated Radial Cone and Double Siliconed Spider: Endurance in Real Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eradial cone\u003c\/strong\u003e receives a \u003cstrong\u003ewaterproof treatment front and back\u003c\/strong\u003e, useful for resistance to humidity and usage stresses (transport, temperature variations, stage environment). The \u003cstrong\u003edouble siliconed spider\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances guiding stability, a crucial point for preserving alignment and reliability when the speaker operates near its limits in a low-tuned cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Enclosure: 250 Liters Tuned to 29 Hz\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer specifies a \u003cstrong\u003erecommended enclosure volume of 250 liters\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003etuning frequency of 29 Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e. This information is valuable for guiding the design: aiming for a tuned cabinet capable of reaching and supporting infra-bass, consistent with an \u003cstrong\u003eFs of 30 Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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