Electrovoice ELX200-18S-W White

An ELX200 Subwoofer: The Bass Foundation of the Electro-Voice Range

The ELX200-18SW is part of Electro-Voice's ELX200 series, designed to offer a robust and high-performance solution for both live events and fixed installations. Within this range, this 18-inch passive subwoofer is designed to complement full-range heads and provide an immediate low-end foundation while remaining easy to transport and deploy. Its size and design aim for a clear objective: delivering clean, physical, and usable bass without complicating wiring or setup.

Intended Uses and Target Audience

The Electro-Voice ELX200-18SW is aimed at DJs, bands, sound providers, and venues (bars, multipurpose rooms, mobile stages) looking to enhance the impact of low frequencies on a front-of-house system. In live configurations, it adds body to the kick drum and bass guitar while relieving the main speakers. In DJ sets, it helps restore a more present "club" bass with a significant headroom reserve to maintain feel even as the room fills up. For installations, its white color and durable finish facilitate discreet and neat integration.

Design and Performance: Power, Durability, and Usable Bass

Bass Reflex Architecture: Efficiency and Acoustic Pressure

The ELX200-18SW is based on a Bass Reflex design, appreciated for its efficiency and ability to deliver ample bass with good effectiveness. With a maximum SPL rated at 133 dB, it targets applications where a strong presence in the low spectrum is desired, whether for front-of-house or reinforcement. To optimize durability and limit unnecessary excursions, a recommended high-pass frequency of 35 Hz is specified, useful for securing operation at high levels depending on amplification and musical program.

18-inch EVS-18L Driver: Impact and Depth

Its 18-inch (457 mm) EVS-18L transducer is designed to handle and remain stable as levels increase. This configuration is particularly relevant for styles where the low end must stay clear and tight: electronic music, pop, rock, hip-hop, as well as to add more breadth to a general-purpose sound system. The specified axial sensitivity of 94 dB helps achieve a good sound level with appropriate amplification.

Speakon (NL4) Connectivity: Simple, Robust, Efficient

Speakon (NL4) connectors are a sound reinforcement standard: secure locking, reliable contact, and cables designed for power. The 2 connectors allow direct connection and quick daisy-chaining, convenient in live settings to deploy multiple subwoofers or link the sub to other system components.

Construction, Transport, and Integration

The 15 mm plywood enclosure combined with a durable polyurethane finish aims for longevity on the road and in installations. The steel grille with powder coating protects the driver from everyday impacts. The 2 handles facilitate handling, while the M20 socket allows mounting a pole to position a speaker above the subwoofer, a classic solution for creating a compact, stable, and visually clean system.

Technical specifications

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Model	Electro-Voice ELX200-18SW	Driver	18-inch (457 mm) EVS-18L
Type	Passive subwoofer	Connectors	2 Speakon (NL4)
Enclosure	Bass Reflex	Finish	Durable polyurethane
Power	400 W continuous / 1600 W peak	Color	White
Impedance	8 ohms (7.2 ohms minimum)	Grille	18 AWG steel with powder coating
Max SPL	133 dB	Handles	2
Frequency Response (-3 dB)	45 Hz to 200 Hz	Socket	M20
Frequency Response (-10 dB)	28 Hz to 300 kHz	Dimensions	600 x 574 x 507 mm
Recommended High-Pass Frequency	35 Hz	Weight	27.2 kg
Axial Sensitivity	94 dB