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The new HPR Series offers performers the power, technology and legendary reliability of QSC amplification combined with the simplicity and convenience of powered loudspeaker systems. Whether your application is vocal reinforcement, dance music or full-tilt rock and roll sound, there's an HPR speaker configuration for you.
For high-level dance music or reinforcement of bass instruments and kick drum, an HPR series subwoofer will add low-frequency extension and power to any sound system. The HPR181W single 18" subwoofer offers truly impressive low frequency extension and output. A 4" voice-coil driver and a 700 watt power module work to produce 134 dB SPL peak, at 1 meter with frequency response down to 39 Hz. The HPR181W also includes a top-mounted 35mm pole socket and heavy-duty 3" casters to facilitate load-in and load-out.
Specifications:
- Configuration: 18" subwoofer, 18" cone transducer with 4" voice coil
- Frequency Response (-6 dB): 42 Hz - 110 Hz
- Frequency Range (-10 dB): 39 Hz - 140 Hz
- Nominal coverage, -6 dB N/A
- Maximum SPL (1 meter): 134 dB peak
- Power output: 700W Class H
- Input impedance: 22k balanced, 11k unbalanced
- Controls: Gain, Front LED On/Off, Power, Circuit breaker
- Indicators: Power, Signal, Limit
- Cooling: Convection
- Amplifier protection: Thermal and output power limiting
- Current consumption at 120 VAC (1/8 power EIA noise): 2.5A
- Enclosure: Painted Birch plywood
- Finish: Black textured paint
- Grille: Powder coated 16 gauge steel
- Connectors: Balanced female XLR line level inputs x 2 (L+R), Balanced male XLR full range line level throughputs x 2 (L+R), Male XLR low-cut line level outputs x 2 (L+R)
- Size: 28" H x 23.5" W x 23" D
- Weight: 127 lbs.
Why choose powered loudspeakers?:
The powered speaker has become a staple for mobile DJs, musicians and AV professionals alike. The simplicity and scalability of these systems is the big draw. After all, what could be easier than just connecting the output of your DJ or live sound mixer directly to the speaker and turning everything on? For those who have been reluctant to join the powered speaker party because you felt that powered speaker amplification fell short of rack-mount amp quality, you are officially out of excuses.
Why choose QSC's HPR Series?:
There's a QSC amplifier inside each HPR! Now you can get the legendary performance and reliability of QSC's rack mount amplifiers built into a powered loudspeaker. The power module is designed with the same top-quality components and rigorous standards you expect from any QSC amplifier. QSC is regarded as one of the leading amplifier manufacturers in the world. We have over 35 years experience making professional-grade amplifiers. When you buy an HPR Series powered loudspeaker, you know it is backed by the QSC quality and reliability you've come to expect.
Many powered speaker amplifier modules use low-cost, consumer-grade "chip amps" to decrease costs and simplify design. The HPR Series features a professional, discrete component design, hardened to withstand abuse and engineered to deliver the best possible performance even when pushed to the limit.
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Pros
- Attractive (5)
- Good power output (5)
- Great sound quality (5)
- Easy to connect (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Large rooms (4)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Setup
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
- Heavy / Bulky
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- DJ / Mixing
- Larger Rooms
- Outdoors
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about QSC HPR181i 18-Inch Powered Subwoofer *:
When i first got my 18i- i thought i knew what i was doing and hooked them straight up to my 2 mackie SA1232z's. Low and behold my sub kept clipping and bottoming out. I was really angry i thought i'd been misled into purchasing junk. After reading Dj Tanks review i to read my manual. Yeah i guess thats why they give them to you (LOL). Anyway when i did my next gig wow unbelievable bass!!! The bass was hitting hard and no clipping no bottoming out!!! Nothing but pure clean bass!!! Cant wait to get another one!
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Connect
- Great Sound Quality
- Powerful
Cons
- Heavy but wheels r gr8
Best Uses
- Small to Medium Club
Comments about QSC HPR181i 18-Inch Powered Subwoofer *:
Ok so me being a bit of an impatient sort I hooked my one sub up to two of the 3 way cabs using both inputs. Didn't read the part in the manual that indicates the 6db gain the sub sees with 2 inputs:) Hot little sucker then I read that part cut the gain back 6db behind the others and bingo, no more marshmallow cooker.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Connect
- Great Sound Quality
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Audiophiles
- Larger Rooms
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about QSC HPR181i 18-Inch Powered Subwoofer *:
Make sure you get a subwoofer with caster wheels it makes all the difference....This subwoofer is awesome.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Connect
- Great Sound Quality
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Larger Rooms
Comments about QSC HPR181i 18-Inch Powered Subwoofer *:
I just bought 2 of these subs. I use them for DJing, large events, and live sound. I could not be happier. For live sound, I use these along side my dual 18" JBL's and these actually sound better! The throw capability of these is amazing. I would never buy Mackie subs again. Well worth the money for these QSC's.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Connect
- Great Sound Quality
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Audiophiles
- Basic Systems
- Larger Rooms
Comments about QSC HPR181i 18-Inch Powered Subwoofer *:
I Love these Babies soo much I cannot wait to get my hands on them. without a shadow of a dought QSC blew the JBLs away the Quality on these is so clear that you can shake everybody up on the dance floor.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Heavy Duty Bass
- Powerful
- Professional Functions
Cons
- Pricey
Best Uses
- Events
- Large Gigs
- Performances
Comments about QSC HPR181i 18-Inch Powered Subwoofer *:
I use these (2) Powered QSC 18" Subs with (2) 2-way Powered QSC speakers and they are AWESOME. I have done 5 gigs so far and everyone says the sound quality is incredible. I compared these to JBL powered speakers and the QSC's blew the JBL's away. They are a little expensive ,but well worth the coin. Somtimes you have to pay for quality. QSC it a home run in my world
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