Velodyne DD-18 Subwoofer System Review
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— last modified July 30, 2009
Summary
- Product Name: Velodyne DD-18 Subwoofer
- Manufacturer: Velodyne
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: January 18, 2007 19:00
- MSRP: $ 4999
- Specifications
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Sensitivity (2.83 V/1m): 89.5 dB spl Amp. Power: 1250 Watt RMS, Class D digital-switching power amp Rated Impedance: 4 Ohms LF Frequency Response (+/- 3, -6, -10 dB): 16 Hz (-3 dB); 14 Hz (-6 dB);13 Hz (-10 dB) Bass Principle: Acoustic Suspension Shipping Weight: 54.0 kg (120 Lbs) Cabinet Dimensions (W x H x D): 539.8 mm x 584.0 mm x 489 mm
(21.25 ” x 23.0 ” x 19.25 ”)Active Processors Crossover: active lowpass filter, variable,15 - 199 Hz with variable slope, 6 – 48 dB /Octave in 6 dB increments;
Subsonic filter: 15 – 35 Hz, with variable slope, 6 – 48 dB /Octave in 6 dB increments; Phase: Variable from 0 – 180 degrees in 15 degree increments; Polarity: adjustable (+/ -)
8-band Parametric EQ: Variable Q (.1 to .9 octave), variable gain\attenuation level (+6 to -12 dB), and variable frequency (20, 25, 32, 32, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100 Hz, with an effective domain of 15 – 120 Hz) PEQ can also operate in graphic EQ modeConnection: Inputs: LFE (Mono) XLR & RCA; Line Level (L & R) RCA;
Microphone: XLR; Speaker Level (L & R): 5-way gold-plated 5-way binding post
Outputs: Thru (L & R) Line Level: RCA; Output (L & R) Line Level RCA; EQ Out (L & R): RCA; Video Out:Recommended Placing: Position determined on test at setup time.
Pros
- Extremely Low Distortion
- Auto PEQ
- Selectable Preset Listening Modes, Including EQ Defeat
- Includes Calibrated Mic & Accessories
- Advanced Digital Control System
- Advanced Driver Design
- Useful Manual Included
- Remote Control
- Daisy-chain With Multiple DD Series Subs
Cons
- Mic clasps don’t fit standard mic stand mount
- HP filter not adjustable
Introduction
The DD–18 is a big sub that delivers truly big sub sound. It does so with a driver packed with performance-enhancing features, as well as a sophisticated digital drive control system. In every way that is important, the DD – 18 excels, making it a benchmark product in every category.
