JBL ASB6118 High Power Subwoofer 1 x 18 2242H SVG Driver

JBL ASB6118 High Power Subwoofer 1 x 18 2242H SVG Driver

The ASB6118 delivers authoritative low-end punch through its 18-inch JBL 2242H driver, engineered to produce controlled, articulate bass that translates accurately across critical monitoring applications. Built on a rigid 11-ply Finnish birch plywood cabinet with front-loaded vented design, this subwoofer maintains tight transient response and extended bandwidth from 35 Hz upward. Serious mixing engineers and live sound professionals rely on this model's combination of raw power and precision to make confident mixing decisions at any SPL.

Power & Performance

The 1200 W AES transducer rating (4800 W peak) paired with 800 W system power (3200 W peak) delivers the headroom needed for dynamic low-frequency content without compression or distortion. System sensitivity of 98 dB (1W @ 1m) ensures efficient operation across frequency ranges from 35 Hz to 1 kHz, giving you articulate bass response suitable for mixing electronic music, hip-hop, reggae, and cinematic soundscapes.

Cabinet Design & Connectivity

The vented front-loaded cabinet constructed from 16 mm exterior-grade Finnish birch plywood with 12 suspension attachment points provides flexible mounting options for studio, installed, or portable applications. Dual connectivity via NL4 Neutrik Speakon and CE-compliant barrier strip terminals accommodates both professional and general wiring standards, with barrier terminals accepting up to 10 AWG wire or 9 mm spade lugs.

Key Features

• 1 x JBL 2242H 460 mm (18 in) SVG driver with 100 mm (4 in) voice coil
• Nominal impedance: 8 ohms
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 35 Hz – 1 kHz; Range (-10dB): 28 Hz – 1 kHz
• System Sensitivity: 98 dB (1W @ 1m, 30 Hz – 500 Hz)
• Transducer Power Rating (AES): 1200 W (4800 W peak), 2 hrs
• System Power Rating: 800 W (3200 W peak), 100 hrs
• 16 mm exterior-grade 11-ply Finnish birch plywood cabinet, vented front-loaded configuration
• 12 suspension attachment points (3 top, 3 bottom, 2 each side, 2 rear) with M10 threaded inserts
• NL4 Neutrik Speakon and CE-compliant barrier strip terminals in parallel loop-through configuration
• Black DuraFlex finish; white available upon request
• Powder-coated 14 gauge perforated steel grille with acoustically transparent black foam backing
• Dimensions: 548 x 561 x 816 mm (21.6 x 22.1 x 32.2 in); Weight: 98 lbs (44.5 kgs)
• Mil-Std 810 compliance; IP-x3 per IEC529 environmental rating

The ASB6118 combines the precision of a professional monitoring subwoofer with the durability and power handling required for demanding production and live sound environments.