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Samson EX500 500-watt 15-inch Powered Subwoofer for PA

Use in mono or as a common subwoofer in a stereo system.

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The EX500 active subwoofer can produce 500 Watts of power in tandem with a custom, heavy-duty 15 in. low frequency driver. It functions as an ideal complement to Expedition Series cabinets, or any loudspeaker system, when the application requires a focused yet deep bass response.

The built-in stereo crossover lets you use the EX500 in mono or as a common subwoofer in a stereo system. It also features a steel grill and rigid corners for durability, as well as an integral pole mount for conveniently mounting Expedition Series cabinets.

Expedition Series: 3 Enclosures, Unlimited Possibilities
Expedition is a versatile 2-way loudspeaker enclosure available in 3 different versions: passive (EX10), powered (EX20), and powered with a built-in 4-channel mixer and digital signal processing (EX30). These loudspeakers represent smart solutions for clubs and performance halls, mobile DJ use, houses of worship, corporate A/V, and any institutional application where portable audio is required. A range of available Expedition options includes a rechargeable battery kit, a cassette recorder/player with pitch control, and plug-in Samson micro wireless modules. A 500 Watt powered subwoofer (EX500) rounds out the line.

Technical Info

Transducer: 15 in., heavy-duty driver, 3 in. voice coil, aluminum former

Amplifier: High-efficiency tracking converter

Power Rating: 500 Watts RMS

Frequency response: 30Hz- 300Hz+/-3 dB

Sensitivity: 94dB SPL @ 1 W/1m

Input Balanced
Connector: XLR - FEMALE
Output Balanced, high-passed tracking low frequency crossover point

Connector: XLR - MALE
Crossover Frequency: Variable 30Hz - 200Hz

Switch Functions Stereo/Mono: Selects stereo or mono low frequency operation

Enclosure
Construction: 3/4" plywood, carpet covered
Finish: Black carpet
Corners: Steel
Casters: 3 in. heavy-duty
Mounting: Integral 1-3/8" (35mm) Pole Mount Receptacle

Dimensions (H x W x D): 20 x 24 x 22.75 in. (508 x 610 x 578mm)

Weight: 71 lbs. (32.25 kg)

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Samson EX500 500-watt 15-inch Powered Subwoofer for PA Reviews

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8 out of 10

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6 out of 10

"Needs work!"

Feature:
It has a built in crossover and volume controls, clip light, and high pass outputs. Could of had different types of inputs other than just XLR's.

Quality:
The box is made well, but could use a better amp and speaker. The amp says it's 500 watts which doesn't seem accurate. But this could be because of the low efficiency speaker. The amp also overheated on me during a jam. It was VERY HOT! I thought it was going to blow up. Needs a cooling fan.

Value:
This is alot cheaper than any other powered sub in it's price range.

Desirability:
I sold this sub, so I guess that means I don't want it.

Sound:
The sound is ok. Doesn't have the punch I thought it would. Low efficiency speaker. I don't think it's made for live music but would do the job for a DJ.

Support:
I'll give the support a dead center 5 because I never dealt with them.

Overall:
It needs work. Would do the job for small DJ rigs, but not for live music. It's just too weak to handle a bass guitar or kick drum. I wouldn't count on it though, as it overheats easily.

Submitted: 08/22/2005

Style of Music: Rock, Jam band, Jazz, Funk

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8 out of 10

"Really has a lot of punch and durability for size"

Have used other powered subowoofers, but none have been as definative and punchy as the Samson....really. It's connections are lacking a little with certain configurations, but that can be worked out.

Submitted: 12/02/2001

Style of Music: Christian Rock

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