Cerwin-Vega Earthquake™ EL-36D/EL-36DP
Passive & Powered Loudspeakers
POWERED. PASSIVE. YOUR CHOICE.
Choose your passion—powered or passive. Drawing on over 65 years of industry-leading subwoofer and live sound innovations, Cerwin-Vega introduces its new passive EL-36D and active EL-36DP Earthquake™ folded horn bass systems. Featuring new, updated subwoofers and Cerwin-Vega's Tour Shield™ protective coating, these speakers offer a tough, sleek, all-black finish. They represent the latest in subwoofer innovation from a leader in speaker technology, delivering performance on the road or in the concert hall.
The product images display two black, rectangular, folded horn subwoofers with a textured, protective coating and vertical ribbed detailing on the front baffle. The Cerwin-Vega logo is visible on the front of each unit.
EL-36D (Passive)
- 18" Folded Horn Earthquake™ Bass System
- Durable Cerwin-Vega Tour Shield Protective Coating
- 1000 Watts Peak / 500 Watts Program Power
- Max SPL: 141dB
- Frequency Response: 37 Hz to 673 Hz
- Thunderous bass extension down to 37 Hz
- Acoustic Impedance Balancing Reduces Cone Rocking
- Cast Aluminum Door Functions as a Heat Sink
- Reinforced Deep Pole Cup
EL-36DP (Powered)
- 18" Folded Horn Earthquake™ Bass System
- Durable Cerwin-Vega Tour Shield Protective Coating
- 2000 Watts of Active Power
- Max SPL: 136dB
- Frequency Response: 37 Hz to 673 Hz
- Thunderous bass extension down to 37 Hz
- Selectable Crossover (100 or 180 Hz)
- Acoustic Impedance Balancing Reduces Cone Rocking
- Cast Aluminum Door Functions as a Heat Sink
- Reinforced Deep Pole Cup
Specifications
| Feature | EL-36D (Passive) | EL-36DP (Powered) |
|---|---|---|
| Program Power | 500 Watts | N/A |
| Peak Power | 1000 Watts | 2000 Watts |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohms | N/A |
| Frequency Response (±3 dB) | 45 Hz - 328 Hz | 44Hz - 336Hz |
| Frequency Range (+3/-10dB) | 37 Hz - 673 Hz | 37Hz - 673Hz |
| Maximum SPL @ 1m | 141 dB | 136 dB |
| Low Frequency Driver | 18" Woofer | 18" Woofer |
| Connectors | 1/4" and Speakon | Combo (1/4" TRS/XLR) inputs and XLR outputs |
| Enclosure | 18mm Plywood | 18mm Plywood |
| Finish | TourShield Protective Coating | TourShield Protective Coating |
| Shipping Dimensions (H x W x D) | 26" x 38" x 39" (66cm x 96.5cm x 99cm) | 26" x 38" x 39" (66cm x 96.5cm x 99cm) |
| Net Weight | 160 lbs. / 72.6 kg | 172 lbs. / 78 kg |
| Gross Weight | 175.7 lbs. / 79.7 kg | 188.4 lbs. / 85.5 kg |
About Cerwin-Vega
For over 65 years, the name Cerwin-Vega has been synonymous with excellence in every area of the audio experience. This reputation has been established by Pro Audio professionals, Hi-Fi enthusiasts, and Mobile Audio fans who recognize the high-performance value of Cerwin-Vega products. Dedicated to achieving ultimate realism in the reproduction of live performance in the home, Cerwin-Vega's customer loyalty is second to none, having reached nearly cult-like status. As a result of this acceptance, Cerwin-Vega has grown from a small group of engineers, headed by the legendary Gene Czerwinski, into one of the foremost loudspeaker companies.
