JBL ASB7118 - 2000W 18-inch Passive Front Loaded Installation Subwoofer in Black Finish

The JBL Professional ASB7118 is a high-power, lightweight, front-loaded subwoofer designed to deliver exceptional low-frequency performance with clarity and precision. This subwoofer is equipped with JBL's exclusive 2269H Ultra Long Excursion 18-inch Differential Drive woofer, which incorporates dual voice coils, dual gaps, and JBL's Vented Gap Cooling (VGC) technology. The 2269H driver features a robust neodymium magnet and an ultra-durable composite cone, capable of handling extreme excursion levels. With a peak-to-peak excursion of 89 mm (3.5 inches), this subwoofer can deliver deep, impactful bass with minimal distortion. The ASB7118 is ideal for large-scale audio applications such as auditoriums, live performance venues, theaters, and clubs, making it an essential component of JBL's AE Series, a versatile line of loudspeakers engineered for professional environments.

The ASB7118's enclosure is constructed from 16 mm (5/8-inch) exterior-grade 11-ply birch plywood, ensuring both strength and acoustic efficiency. The rectangular cabinet is designed to optimize low-frequency output while maintaining a minimal profile, and it is finished in JBL's rugged black DuraFlex coating for durability and aesthetic appeal. The enclosure is heavily braced to reduce unwanted resonances and enhance low-frequency performance. For added driver protection, the subwoofer features a 14-gauge powder-coated steel grille that is internally lined with acoustically transparent foam, ensuring both durability and a professional appearance. Additionally, the subwoofer is equipped with 16 M10 threaded suspension points (four on the top, four on the bottom, and four on each side), offering flexibility for both ground stacking and suspended installations, making it adaptable to a variety of system configurations. Pre-engineered array bracketry is also available, facilitating easy integration with other AE Series products in large-scale arrays.

Performance-wise, the ASB7118 excels in delivering deep, punchy bass with minimal distortion. The subwoofer covers a frequency range from 22 Hz to 1 kHz (-10 dB) and a frequency response of 34 Hz to 1 kHz (±3 dB), ensuring that it can handle the most demanding low-frequency signals with ease. With a transducer power rating of 2000W continuous (8000W peak) for 2 hours, and a long-term power rating of 1200W (4800W peak) over 100 hours, the ASB7118 is built to handle prolonged periods of high-output performance without compromising sound quality. The subwoofer can reach a maximum SPL of 129 dB (cont avg) and 135 dB (peak) from 25 Hz to 200 Hz, ensuring ample headroom for even the most dynamic music and sound effects. The system sensitivity of 96 dB at 1W (2.83V) @ 1m maximizes its performance while ensuring efficient power use in large sound systems.

The ASB7118 also features a Parallel/Discrete switchable input mode, offering users the flexibility to configure the subwoofer based on their system's needs. This subwoofer is tuned with JBL's FIR (Finite Impulse Response) technology, ensuring that its phase profile matches seamlessly with full-range models in the AE Series, resulting in a cohesive and balanced sound field across the system. The ASB7118 operates with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms, making it compatible with a wide range of amplifiers. The subwoofer is equipped with both NL4 Neutrik Speakon and CE-compliant barrier strip terminals, which accept up to 10 AWG wire or 9 mm (0.375-inch) spade lugs, and the Speakon connectors are wired in parallel with the barrier strip for loop-through capability in multi-unit configurations. The ASB7118 also meets Mil-Std 810 standards and is rated IP-x3 for water resistance according to IEC529, ensuring reliable performance in various environmental conditions.

Features

• 2 x 18-inch JBL 2269H Ultra Long Excursion Differential Drive low-frequency drivers with 100 mm (4-inch) voice coil
• Peak-to-peak maximum excursion of 89 mm (3.5 inches) for powerful, low-frequency output
• Large vent area for high output with low distortion
• Frequency range: 22 Hz - 1 kHz (-10 dB), frequency response: 34 Hz - 1 kHz (±3 dB)
• Maximum SPL: 129 dB cont avg (135 dB peak) from 25 Hz to 200 Hz
• System sensitivity: 96 dB at 1W (2.83V) @ 1m
• Nominal impedance: 8 ohms
• Transducer power rating: 2000 W continuous (8000 W peak), 2 hours
• Long-term system power rating: 1200 W (4800 W peak), 100 hours
• Durable enclosure made from 16 mm (5/8-inch) exterior-grade 11-ply birch plywood
• 16 M10 threaded suspension points for flexible mounting
• Finish: Black DuraFlex (white finish available upon request)
• Grille: Powder-coated 14-gauge perforated steel with acoustically transparent black foam backing
• Input connectors: NL4 Neutrik Speakon and CE-compliant barrier strip terminals (accepts up to 10 AWG wire)
• Environmental ratings: Mil-Std 810; IP-x3-rated for water resistance
• Dimensions: 21.5 x 22 x 32.1 inches
• Weight: 94.5 lbs
• Optional accessories: M10 x 35 mm forged shoulder eyebolts with washers, U-Bracket MTU-1

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 22 Hz - 1 kHz
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 34 Hz - 1 kHz
• Transducer Power Rating (AES): 2000 W (8000 W peak), 2 hrs
• Long-Term System Power Rating (IEC): 1200 W (4800 W peak), 100 hrs
• Maximum SPL: 25 Hz - 200 Hz: 129 dB-SPL cont avg (135 dB peak)
• System Sensitivity (dB-SPL, 1W @ 1m): 25 Hz - 200 Hz: 96 dB-SPL, 1W (2.83V) @ 1m
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms

Transducers

• Low Frequency Driver: 1 x JBL 2269H, 460 mm (18 in) dia, 100 mm (4 in) Dual Coil Dual Gap neodymium Differential Drive VGC driver

Physical

• Enclosure: Rectangular cabinet, 16 mm (5/8 in) exterior grade 11-ply birch plywood
• Suspension Attachment: 16 points (4 top, 4 bottom, 4 each side), M10 threaded hardware
• Finish: Black DuraFlex finish. White available upon request
• Grille: Powder coated 14 gauge perforated steel, with acoustically transparent black foam backing
• Input Connector: NL4 Neutrik Speakon and CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals. Barrier terminals accept up to 5.2 sq mm (10 AWG) wire or max width 9 mm (.375 in) spade lugs. Speakon in parallel with barrier strip for loop-through
• Environmental Specifications: Mil-Std 810; IP-x3 per IEC529
• Dimensions: 21.5 x 22 x 32.1 inches
• Weight: 94.5 lbs
• Optional Accessories: M10 x 35 mm forged shoulder eyebolts with washers, U-Bracket MTU-1