Electro-Voice EKX-15SP - 15" Powered Subwoofer with QuickSmartDSP and Cardioid Control

Electro-Voice EKX-15SP - 15" Powered Subwoofer with QuickSmartDSP and Cardioid Control

The Electro-Voice EKX-15SP is a 15" powered subwoofer that combines a 1300W Class D amplifier with QuickSmartDSP processing to deliver powerful, controlled bass to portable PA systems and fixed installations. It integrates an EVS-15C (381 mm) transducer into a 15 mm plywood enclosure with EVCoat finish, oversized slot-type ports to minimize distortion, and a 18 AWG steel grille with reinforcing bar. The DSP panel with LCD display and single encoder allows for application-specific preset selection, Normal/Cardioid placement adjustment , saving of 5 user memories , and a low-pass filter lock at 80/100/120/150 Hz for matching with full-range enclosures (EKX, Live X, ZLX). It delivers up to 133 dB SPL peak with a range of 45–150 Hz (-3 dB) / 40–180 Hz (-10 dB). dB) , and includes M20 mast thread , 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs and 2 XLR link outputs for system expansion.

Main features

• Amplification and DSP : Class D 1300 W with QuickSmartDSP , LCD interface and single encoder.
• Cardioid Control : Cardioid Control Technology with up to 35 dB of back attenuation in multiple deployments.
• Performance : 133 dB SPL peak ; response 45–150 Hz (-3 dB) / 40–180 Hz (-10 dB) .
• Low-pass filter : selectable at 80/100/120/150 Hz from the DSP.
• Transducer : EVS-15C 15" (381 mm).
• Enclosure : 15mm plywood with EVCoat , slot type ports and reinforced 18 AWG grid .
• Connectivity : 2× XLR/TRS combo inputs + 2× XLR link outputs.
• Thermal management : Variable speed fan for reliability in intensive use.
• Mounting : M20 thread for mounting a top on a mast.
• Dimensions and weight : 455 × 530 × 551 mm ; 26.2 kg (shipping 32.6 kg ).

Product benefits

• Defined, punchy bass thanks to the slot-type port design and EVS-15C driver.
• Quick start-up : application presets, memories and low-pass filter configurable from the LCD.
• Less stage noise with cardioid mode when using multiple subs, keeping the energy directed toward the audience.
• Professionally built : EVCoat wood cabinet, reinforced grille, and smart ventilation.
• Easy integration with EKX/Live X/ZLX series tops via M20 mast and link outputs.

Use cases

• Low frequency reinforcement for live performances , DJs , corporate events and fixed installations .
• Multi-sub deployments in cardioid configuration for improved bass control on stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What low-pass crossover frequencies are available? 80, 100, 120, and 150 Hz from the DSP menu.
Can I save my settings? Yes, the EKX-15SP has 5 user memories .
What connections does it have? 2× XLR/TRS combo inputs and 2× XLR link outputs.

Description for projects

Electro-Voice EKX-15SP active subwoofer; 1300 W Class D amplifier; EVS-15C (15") ; 133 dB SPL peak ; response 45–150 Hz (-3 dB) / 40–180 Hz (-10 dB) ; QuickSmartDSP with LCD, presets and Normal/Cardioid placement (5 memories); low-pass filter 80/100/120/150 Hz ; 2× XLR/TRS + 2× XLR link ; 15 mm plywood enclosure with EVCoat , slot-type ports and 18 AWG grille; M20 thread ; 455 × 530 × 551 mm ; 26.2 kg .