RCF SUB 18-AX
RCF SUB 18-AX PROFESSIONAL ACTIVE 18" SUBWOOFER
Features
- 2200 Watt Class-D Amplifier
- 135 dB MAX SPL
- 18” Woofer, bass reflex housing
- Digital Crossover w/ Presets
- Multi-ply hardwood polyurea-coated
- LiveRemote App
- Dual XLR/TRS combo Input + Link, Dual XLR Xover Out
- Bass Motion Control excursion management
- Powercon True1 Top Sealed AC Connector
The SUB 18-AX is a portable 18" high-power active subwoofer for live sound applications with fully featured processing, a color touch panel, and remote control via Bluetooth®. The combination of a latest-generation transducer with a powerful Class-D amplifier delivers sound pressure levels up to 135 dB with exceptional clarity and headroom. SUB AX subwoofers are designed specifically for small to mid-sized venues and ideal for portable applications. SUB 18-AX is the ideal complement for 10", 12” or 15" woofer-size loudspeakers; it centralizes speaker management inside the subwoofer, providing dual crossovers, 8-band EQs, routing, delays, cardioid configurations, and recallable crossover presets. The polyurea-coated all-wood cabinet features a sealed Powercon True1 Top connector.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Acoustical Specifications | |
| Frequency Response | 35 Hz ÷ 120 Hz |
| Max SPL @ 1m | 135 dB |
| Transducers | |
| Woofer | 1 x 18'', 4.0'' v.c |
| Input/Output Section | |
| Input Signal | bal/unbal |
| Input Connectors | Combo XLR/Jack |
| Output Connectors | XLR |
| Input Sensitivity | -2 dBu/+4 dBu |
| Processor Section | |
| Protections | Thermal |
| Limiter | Soft Limiter |
| Controls | Encoder for Volume control and data entry. Touch Screen for parameter management and monitor. |
| Power Section | |
| Total Power | 2200 W Peak, 1100 W RMS |
| Cooling | Convection |
| Connections | Powercon TRUE1 TOP IN/OUT |
| Standard Compliance | |
| Safety Agency | CE compliant |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Cabinet/Case Material | Plywood |
| Handles | 1 handle per side |
| Pole Mount/Cap | M20 thread |
| Grille | Steel |
| Color | Black, White |
| Size / Weight | |
| Height | 693 mm / 27.28 inches |
| Width | 505 mm / 19.88 inches |
| Depth | 685 mm / 26.97 inches |
| Weight | 43.8 kg / 96.56 lbs |
| Shipping Information | |
| Package Height | 735 mm / 28.94 inches |
| Package Width | 745 mm / 29.33 inches |
| Package Depth | 565 mm / 22.24 inches |
| Package Weight | 49.5 kg / 109.13 lbs |








Description
RCF SUB 18-AX PROFESSIONAL ACTIVE 18" SUBWOOFER
Features
- 2200 Watt Class-D Amplifier
- 135 dB MAX SPL
- 18” Woofer, bass reflex housing
- Digital Crossover w/ Presets
- Multi-ply hardwood polyurea-coated
- LiveRemote App
- Dual XLR/TRS combo Input + Link, Dual XLR Xover Out
- Bass Motion Control excursion management
- Powercon True1 Top Sealed AC Connector
The SUB 18-AX is a portable 18" high-power active subwoofer for live sound applications with fully featured processing, a color touch panel, and remote control via Bluetooth®. The combination of a latest-generation transducer with a powerful Class-D amplifier delivers sound pressure levels up to 135 dB with exceptional clarity and headroom. SUB AX subwoofers are designed specifically for small to mid-sized venues and ideal for portable applications. SUB 18-AX is the ideal complement for 10", 12” or 15" woofer-size loudspeakers; it centralizes speaker management inside the subwoofer, providing dual crossovers, 8-band EQs, routing, delays, cardioid configurations, and recallable crossover presets. The polyurea-coated all-wood cabinet features a sealed Powercon True1 Top connector.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Acoustical Specifications | |
| Frequency Response | 35 Hz ÷ 120 Hz |
| Max SPL @ 1m | 135 dB |
| Transducers | |
| Woofer | 1 x 18'', 4.0'' v.c |
| Input/Output Section | |
| Input Signal | bal/unbal |
| Input Connectors | Combo XLR/Jack |
| Output Connectors | XLR |
| Input Sensitivity | -2 dBu/+4 dBu |
| Processor Section | |
| Protections | Thermal |
| Limiter | Soft Limiter |
| Controls | Encoder for Volume control and data entry. Touch Screen for parameter management and monitor. |
| Power Section | |
| Total Power | 2200 W Peak, 1100 W RMS |
| Cooling | Convection |
| Connections | Powercon TRUE1 TOP IN/OUT |
| Standard Compliance | |
| Safety Agency | CE compliant |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Cabinet/Case Material | Plywood |
| Handles | 1 handle per side |
| Pole Mount/Cap | M20 thread |
| Grille | Steel |
| Color | Black, White |
| Size / Weight | |
| Height | 693 mm / 27.28 inches |
| Width | 505 mm / 19.88 inches |
| Depth | 685 mm / 26.97 inches |
| Weight | 43.8 kg / 96.56 lbs |
| Shipping Information | |
| Package Height | 735 mm / 28.94 inches |
| Package Width | 745 mm / 29.33 inches |
| Package Depth | 565 mm / 22.24 inches |
| Package Weight | 49.5 kg / 109.13 lbs |

















