The Behringer "DR18SUB" is a versatile active subwoofer designed to work in tandem with 2-way active speakers. Its integrated stereo crossover simplifies deployment in satellite/subwoofer systems without the need for an external processor, ensuring a coherent and efficient audio chain.
Whether you're amplifying a jazz combo in a restaurant or looking to energize a club dance floor, the DR18SUB delivers the necessary foundation. One subwoofer is often sufficient for intimate setups; in DJ or electronic music contexts at higher volumes, a pair of DR18SUBs provides the expected energy and impact.
The 2,400 W Class D amplifier powers the 18-inch driver with ample headroom. The internal DSP manages protection and dynamic behavior: an intelligent limiter safeguards the transducer, while dedicated LEDs indicate power, signal presence, and clipping for immediate visual monitoring.
The DR18SUB offers balanced XLR inputs and outputs. In Link mode, it passes a full-range signal to the satellites; in Xover mode, only frequencies above the crossover point are sent to the speakers. The cutoff frequency is selectable at 90 or 120 Hz depending on the application. A level potentiometer adjusts gain, and a phase inversion switch helps optimize summation with the tops.
Capable of reaching up to 129 dB over a 30 to 150 Hz range, the DR18SUB delivers deep, clean bass with low distortion. The M20 threading allows mounting on a pole for positioning a full-range speaker above the subwoofer, saving stage space.