
Ascendo 18SPV 18" Passive Vented Subwoofer
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Overview
ASCENDO THE18 SUB Passive Vented – High-Performance 18” Bass Powerhouse
The Ascendo THE18 SUB Passive Vented Subwoofer is designed to deliver deep, high-impact bass with precision and power. Engineered for home theatre enthusiasts and professional audio setups, this 18-inch forward-firing subwoofer is built to enhance your audio experience with unmatched low-frequency performance. To top it off it's only 300mm deep, making it perfect to be positioned behind acoustically transparent screen walls.
Unrivalled Low-End Performance
Featuring an 18-inch driver with a 4-inch voice coil, this subwoofer ensures tight, distortion-free bass even at high volumes. With a frequency response extending down to 22Hz, it captures the full depth of cinematic soundtracks and live music performances.
Precision-Engineered for Optimal Sound Reproduction
Built with an internally braced MDF enclosure, the THE18 SUB minimises vibrations and resonance, maintaining sonic clarity and tight bass response. Its vented design enhances airflow, delivering powerful yet controlled low frequencies.
High Power Handling for Demanding Setups
With an impressive 1500W power handling and 4-ohm impedance, this subwoofer is engineered to work seamlessly with high-performance amplifiers. When paired with ASCENDO recommended amplifiers, it achieves a peak SPL of 122dB at 28Hz, ensuring thunderous bass with remarkable accuracy and impact.
Optimised for Professional Home Cinema Use
- Wide Frequency Response: 22Hz – 500Hz (-12dB) for rich, dynamic bass.
- Precision-Tuned Efficiency: 89 dB / 1W/m (4π) and 95 dB / 1W/m (2π) for high-output performance.
- High-Excursion Driver: 8mm excursion (each direction, 16mm total) for controlled, distortion-free bass reproduction.
- Premium Connectivity: 4-conductor Phoenix 12 AWG terminals for secure and efficient signal transfer.
Sleek & Sturdy Construction
Designed with a professional-grade black structural paint finish, the THE18 SUB blends seamlessly into any home theatre or studio setup. Measuring 700mm (W) x 1012mm (H) x 300mm (D) (without grille), this floor-standing subwoofer provides powerful performance in a space-efficient design.
Experience Deep, Cinematic Bass with Ascendo THE18 SUB Passive Vented
Whether you're building a reference-level home theatre or need high-impact bass for a professional setup, the ASCENDO THE18 SUB Passive Vented Subwoofer delivers tight, powerful, and accurate low frequencies with exceptional clarity.
Specifications
| Speaker Type | 18" forward-firing subwoofer with 4” voice coil |
| Design Principle | Passive, Vented |
| Enclosure Material | Internally braced MDF |
| Finish | Structural black paint |
| Mounting | Floor-standing with feet |
| Impedance | 4 Ω |
| Power Handling | 1500W |
| Efficiency | 89 dB / 1W/m (4π), 95 dB / 1W/m (2π) |
| Frequency Range | 58 Hz - 400 Hz (-3 dB) / 22 Hz - 500 Hz (-12 dB) |
| Peak SPL | 122 dB @ 28 Hz |
| Excursion (Xmax) | 8 mm each direction (16 mm total) |
| Input Terminal | 4-conductor Phoenix 12 AWG (3.3 mm²) |
| Recommended Amplifiers | AIA2-1404 Bridged, AIA2-2704, AIA4-2404 Bridged, AIA4-6004, AIA8-6004 Bridged |
| Minimum Recommended Amplifier | 63.2 Vrms, 89.4 Vpk, 15.8A (equivalent to 1000W@4Ω with correct RMS & peak limiter settings) |
| Directivity (Horizontal x Vertical) | 360° |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (without grille) | 700 x 1012 x 300 mm (27 9/16" x 39 13/16" x 11 13/16") |
| Height Without Feet | 1000 mm (39 3/8") |
| Packing Dimensions (W x H x D) | 830 x 1150 x 430 mm (32 11/16" x 45 1/4" x 16 15/16") |
| Gross Weight | 60.4 kg (133.16 lbs) |
| Net Weight | 56.5 kg (124.56 lbs) |
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