Overview
A front-side view of the Adamson SX18 loudspeaker, a black rectangular cabinet with a large, perforated grille covering the front. The Adamson logo is visible at the top center of the grille. The overall design suggests a professional audio enclosure.
The Adamson SX18 is a compact, full-range loudspeaker system designed to provide high sound pressure levels with superior acoustic efficiency and beamwidth control. It is equipped with Adamson's proprietary MSX Kevlar Mid-Range Compression Driver, mounted on an Adamson Acoustic Waveguide. This, combined with the AW18 Kevlar bass driver and a 1.5" high frequency driver, creates an enclosure unmatched in its performance and flexibility.
The SX18 is a switchable 3-way active, 2-way passive, arrayable loudspeaker. It is designed for use as the main enclosure for small- to mid-sized venues or as a supplemental cabinet for large-scale sound reinforcement, providing high sound pressure levels in a small, light package. Adamson's proprietary Kevlar drivers and internal crossovers are employed throughout the SX18 enclosure, and its integral fly hardware makes installation fast and effective. Moving the SX18 is easy and efficient with the supplied dolly board. This flexible, high-powered enclosure is suited for a wide variety of applications.
Product Code: 900030
Series: SX SERIES
Key Features
- Kevlar 18" bass and 10" midrange drivers
- 1.5" high frequency compression driver
- 2-way Bi-amp / 3-way Tri-amp Operation (selectable)
- Adamson Acoustic Waveguides
- Integral Fly Points
- Compact and Arrayable
- Supplied Dolly Board
- Durable, Dual Component Finish
- Honeycomb Punched Steel Grille
Applications
- Live Concert Reproduction
- Side Fill Monitoring
- Near Field Applications
- Theater
- Houses of Worship
Physical Data
| Dimensions & Weight | |
|---|---|
| Height | 42" (106.7 cm) |
| Width | 20" (50.8 cm) |
| Depth | 22" (55.9 cm) |
| Weight | 143 lbs (65 kg) |
| Box Finish | Textured Water Borne Acrylic |
| Hardware Finish | Polyester Sandtex™ Powder |
| Rigging | 5 Built-in Fly Points |
| Cabinet Construction | Rugged 5/8" (15mm) Baltic Birch |
| Accessories | Custom Fitted Dolly Board |
Technical Data
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response (±3dB) | 40 Hz - 18 kHz |
| Frequency Range (Xover Preset) | 80 Hz – 18 kHz |
| Maximum SPL (Continuous) | Xover Preset: 133 dB |
| Full Range Preset: 132 dB | |
| Directivity (H x V) | 60° x 40° |
| System Type | Passive 2 Way / Active 3 Way Plus Sub |
| Full Range Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) | N/A |
| Drivers | LF: AW18 18" Kevlar Low Frequency Driver (8 Ohms) |
| MF: MSX Midrange Compression Driver (8 Ohms) | |
| HF: 1.5" High Frequency Compression Driver (8 Ohms) | |
| Power Handling (AES / Program / Peak) | LF: 600 / 1200 / 2400 W |
| MF: 150 / 300 / 600 W | |
| HF: 80 / 60 / 120 W | |
| Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) | LF: 100 dB |
| MF: 113 dB | |
| HF: 114 dB | |
| Connectors | Neutrik Speakon™ NL8 |
Contact Information
Company: Adamson Systems Engineering Inc.
1401 Scugog Line 6, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B2
T: [905] 982 0520
F: [905] 982 0609
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
