BASSBOSS SSP118-MK3 Active Subwoofer Speaker (1x18", 2500 Watts)

BASSBOSS SSP118-MK3 Active Subwoofer Speaker (1x18", 2500 Watts), New, Action Position Back

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Prepare to be impressed -- these bad boys deliver depth and clarity unheard-of for a single 18" front-firing sub. This is a killer choice for mobile DJ rigs!

Overview

The active SSP118-MK3 features High-Output Touring Sound and Accurate Flat Response down to 30Hz +-3dB. This all-genre subwoofer is designed for Professionals who strive to provide superior sound quality. The SSP118-MK3 allows you to deliver a premium experience with less equipment easier to transport and deploy equipment.

The MK3 series deliverers a suite of updates to the BASSBOSS line, improving clarity, performance, functionality, and safety via the amplifiers, DSP, custom control software, waterproof connectors, and more.

The updated amplifiers + DSP feature much more powerful 96 kHz processors with pristine sound quality and eight touch-of-a-button on board presets.

This state-of-the-art Class D amplifier provides a true 2500 Watts of RMS power. The amplifier is truly capable of delivering continuous power, ensuring that it isn't the limiting factor on your quest for low frequency. Additionally, by providing an abundance of power, the possibility of overheating and damage to the woofers caused by clipping is virtually eliminated.
"Control BASSBOSS" software provides additional computer-accessible presets, networked remote control, and future proofing remote DSP update capabilities as BASSBOSS programming is developed and released. Each unit features dual ethernet ports with a built-in network switch for computer connectivity and cascading networking ability.

IP65 waterproof connectors have been added to provide peace-of-mind in unpredictable environments, and the… read more MK3 line offers 90-250VAC global power compatibility for use all over the world.

The structurally braced Baltic Birch cabinet features a deeply recessed amplifier well, two integrated through-cut pocket handles on each side, four tuned ports, and a host of other design features all aiding in performance, output, and transport functionality.

The SSP118-MK3 delivers more low-bass output than other subs of similar size on the market and is designed to yield the low frequency output of an average double 18" from a single 18" box.

Optimized for remarkably deep bass response, from a cabinet of manageable size, these subs are loaded with a single 18" long-excursion neodymium motor that also still yield accurate punchy bass to meet the demands of live sound. The output is extremely flat, delivering response that is +- 3dB from 30Hz to 100Hz and no equalization is required to achieve this response. Unlike designs that require equalization, the SSP118's tone, response and sensitivity are native to the design.

The result is an 18" based subwoofer with the versatility required to translate the power of dance tracks, modern country, blues, rock, R&B and hip-hop with amazing presence and heavyweight power. For Live Sound and Studio applications this sub deliveries the accuracy and transient response required to faithfully and energetically deliver in these realms.

From install, to studio, to touring & live sound, the flyable SSP118-MK3 serves professionals and venues who demand significant bass output but have limited space and desire uncompromising results.

Features:

- Single 18 in. Vented Direct radiating subwoofer
- 2500W RMS Class D amplifier with integrated signature DSP

Specs

- Loudspeaker Description: Single 18" Self-Powered Vented Direct-Radiating Subwoofer
- Frequency Response (±3 dB): 30 – 100Hz
- Maximum Sustained Output: 130 dB SPL 1m half-space
- Max SPL (Peak)*: 133 dB SPL 1m half-space
- Nominal Dispersion (H° x V°): 360 x 360 – Cardioid Mode Available with Multiple Boxes
- Amplification: 2500 Watts Class D
- Processing: Integrated comprehensive DSP. 96kHz sampling rate with 8 pushbutton presets. All presets include high pass filters, low pass filters, phase alignment, equalization and multi-stage limiting. Storage capacity for up to 100 presets.
- Electrical Input Connector, Amp: Neutrik powerCON True 1 TOP IP65 rated waterproof connectors with pass-though outlet to connect additional loudspeakers. Inlet capacity limited to 15A or 1800W @ 120V total. Do not exceed the inlet capacity.
- Electrical Outlet Connector, Amp: Neutrik powerCON True 1 female. Outlet capacity is limited to 10A or 1200W. Do not exceed the total capacity of the inlet connector.
- Electrical Connector Mains: Standard US 3-pin grounding 120V electrical plug: NEMA 5-15 (Edison)
- Voltage Operating Range: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz (Auto-sensing, auto switching universal supply)
- Current Draw 120V: 4.6A (nominal)
- Current Draw 240V: 2.3A (nominal)
- Signal Input Connector: XLR-F
- Signal Output Connector: XLR-M (direct pass-through only)
- Enclosure Type: Direct radiating, vented enclosure, optimally tuned for low frequency response with high sensitivity and high power handling: Transducer Low Frequency
- 1 x 18 in. diameter (457mm) neodymium motor woofer with 4.5 in. (115mm) voice coil
- Cabinet Construction: CNC machined 18mm Birch plywood with extensive bracing and dado joinery. 4 integrated handles. 1 x 35mm steel pole socket. 4 rubber feet. 4 interlocking foot pockets. 8 X M10 threaded flypoints.
- Pole socket size: 35mm (1-3/8")
- Exterior Finish: High-pressure, bonded polyurea coating. Rugged, waterproof. Textured black
- Grille: Perforated, powder-coated steel
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 22.5 in. x 30 in. x 24 in. (23.25 in. high with feet)
- Net Weight: 125 lbs. (57 kg)
- Shipping Weight: 140 lbs. (63 kg)
- What's Included: Loudspeaker, 15' (5m) Power Cable, Manual, Warranty Card
- Optional Covers: Heavy-duty padded nylon transport cover
- Optional Dollies: Birch plywood flat cart with foot pockets to accept the cabinet feet, 4 handles and 4 heavy-duty locking casters. Transports up to 3 stacked cabinets.
- Optional Hardware: M10 Shoulder Eye Bolts, M10 Side-Pull anchors
- GLL / Ease File: https://help.bassboss.com/portal/en/kb/articles/bassboss-ease-gll-files
- Part Number: BB-SSP118-MK3

* True Specifications
BASSBOSS have stopped using "Peak" and "RMS" power ratings for their amplifiers because those numbers alone are not an accurate representation of the real-world performance you can expect from their powered loudspeaker systems.

Peak Watts: Essentially a theoretical maximum that the amplifiers could output for an instantaneous moment under ideal conditions with no load. However, this peak power is not sustainable and has little practical relevance for how the loudspeakers will actually perform.

RMS (root mean square) Watts: A measure of continuous power output, but even this figure doesn't account for the true efficiency of how that power is converted into acoustic output by the transducers and overall speaker design. The number of watts a loudspeaker "uses" is constantly fluctuating based on the impedance curve, frequency response, and heat generated in the voice coils. Simply looking at how many watts an amplifier can produce on a test bench doesn't translate to its real-world sound output capability.

What matters most is the complete integrated loudspeaker system and how efficiently it can convert the amplifier's power into acoustic output while maintaining flat frequency response and headroom. Two loudspeakers with the same wattage ratings could have vastly different real-world sound pressure levels and clarity.

For these reasons, BASSBOSS believes wattage ratings alone are not a reliable metric. Listening tests and measurements of the overall system's output capabilities like maximum SPL and distortion are far more telling than any peak or RMS wattage number viewed in isolation. The BASSBOSS goal is to provide outstanding performance through intelligent system design, not just big wattage numbers.