QSC KW153 3-Way Powered Loudspeaker (1000 Watts, 1x15")

With the QSC KW153's efficient Class D power, smart DSP modes, and 3-way dedicated drivers for highs, lows, and midrange, 1000 watts never sounded so good.

$1,999.99

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    $166.67
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    $250.00

QSC HPR153F 3-Way Powered Speaker (1x15 in.)

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400W LF output, 100W MF output, 100W HF output. Now with a 6-year warranty upgrade FREE!

The HPR153F 3-way loudspeaker is a great choice when the warmth, clarity and projection of a horn loaded, cone midrange system is desired. The 15 in. driver and larger enclosure volume provide extension down to 38 Hz making the HPR153F well suited for reinforcement of music with lots of low frequency content. Mids are handled by a 6 in. cone driver that seamlessly covers the critical vocal region. A 1.4 in. (diaphragm) compression driver delivers brilliant top end response. The 600-watt (400 LF / 100 MF / 100 HF) power module includes a 100 Hz high-pass filter (HPF) for use in subwoofer-equipped systems.

Applications
Live performance

Mobile DJ and dance music

High-level sidefill monitor

Now with a 6-year warranty upgrade FREE!

Configuration: 15 in. 3-way -- 15 in. cone transducer with 3 in. voice coil, 6.5 in. horn loaded mid-range and 1.4 in. diaphragm compression driver

Frequency response (-6 dB): 42 Hz - 19 kHz

Frequency range (-10 dB): 38 Hz - 20 kHz

Nominal coverage, -6 dB: 90 x 40 degrees

Maximum SPL (1 meter): 133 dB peak

Amplifier
Power output: 400W LF Class H; 100W MF Class AB+B; 100W HF Class AB+B

Input impedance: 22k balanced; 11k unbalanced

Controls: gain, low-cut filter, front LED on/off, power, circuit breaker

Indicators: power, signal, limit

Cooling: convection

Amplifier protection: thermal and output power limiting

Current consumption at 120 VAC (1/8 power EIA noise): 1.8A

Enclosure: painted birch plywood

Finish: black textured paint

Grille: powder coated 16 gauge steel

Connectors: balanced female XLR line level input, balanced male XLR full range line level output

Dimensions: 19 in. W x 44.75 in. H x 18 in. D (485mm x 1137mm x 455mm)

Net weight: 118 lbs. / 54 kg

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-772-2834
Web: http://qsc.com/support

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (7 ratings)
Submitted April 12, 2006 by a customer from satx.rr.com

"Awesome Speakers!!!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Awesome speakers....decent price.....easy to use, even for novice sound techs (like me). If they were stolen, I would ABSOLUTELY purchase the same speaker as replacements.
Sound
One of the best speakers I have ever heard!! This past weekend, we played for a huge motorcycle rally in Corpus Christi. The speakers had plenty of power and lots of headroom left. Little or no coloration to the sound. Vocals are warm and full yet stand out in the mix. We "pink noised" the speakers when we got them. MINIMAL EQ required!! They are close to "reference quality"!!!! Amazing!!!
Features
Gain control, high pass filter. Thats all you need in a powered speaker. The fact that each speaker has its own amp and seperate compressor is outstanding, You cannot "blow" these speakers!!!
Ease of Use
Plug in and play. What could be easier.
Quality
The ONLY issue that I have with these speakers is that they scratch pretty easily. They need the same spray on covering that Yamaha uses on their cabs.
Value
To get the same quality unpowered cab with the same quality amps you would have to spend much more. Not to mention the outboard crossovers, compressor/limiters. With the QSC powered subs, you are looking at 4-WAY crossover points. That takes a lot of amps and equipment.
Manufacturer Support
Its QSC....what can I say>>>
The Wow Factor
I have it!!

Musical Background:

Active Musician

Musical Style:

Classic Rock
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