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Congratulations on purchasing the Samson Resound Series Subwoofer! The Resound RS15S and RS18S subwoofers 
provide a perfect solution for adding low frequency extension to just about any PA system. By combining high power 
handling, satellite input filtering, along with quality speaker and cabinet components, the Resound RS15S and RS18S 
provide serious bottom-end for any kind of live application. The low frequency drive units are constructed with heavy-
duty steel and aluminum cast-frame baskets and feature large voice coils, massive magnets, impregnated cones and 
butyl surrounds.  The RS15S and RS18S enclosures have been carefully voiced for punchy and articulate low-frequency 
performance by employing a precision tuned shelf-port design. The result, the Resound RS15S and RS18S offer slamming 
low-end that’s deep and controlled. To make your connections simple, each Resound model provides both 1/4-inch and 
NEUTRIK SPEAKON® Input and Extension output connectors.The Extension Output is a full range output that can be used 
to connect a satellite speaker, or another Resound subwoofer.  Each subwoofer cabinet has its own 12dB per octave, 180 
Hz, Low Pass crossover to the low frequency driver. With the Resound, setup and break down is quick and easy. The com-
pact cabinets include a 1 3/8” (35mm) pole mount receptacle for mounting satellite speakers and are easy to transport 
thanks to the heavy-duty steel handles. Durable black carpet covering and heavy-gauge steel grills offer excellent protec-
tion against wear and tear. As fixed sound reinforcement or as a durable, great-sounding road PA, the Resound RS15S and 
RS18S subwoofers are ideal for sound professionals and performers looking for serious low frequency output and studio 
monitor sound quality from a PA speaker system.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the Resound PA system, as well as a description of its 
front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications. You’ll also find a warranty 
card enclosed—please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online technical support and so we 
can send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future.

With proper care  your Resound will operate trouble free for many years. We recommend you record your serial number 
in the space provided below for future reference.

Serial number: __________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________

Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before shipping your unit 
to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) 
for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and if possible,  
return the unit in the original carton and packing materials.

Introduction

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Summary of Contents for Resound Rs15s

Page 1: ...SUB WOOFERS A U D I O SOUND REINFORCEMENT RS15S RS18S ...

Page 2: ...y to transport thanks to the heavy duty steel handles Durable black carpet covering and heavy gauge steel grills offer excellent protec tion against wear and tear As fixed sound reinforcement or as a durable great sounding road PA the Resound RS15S and RS18S subwoofers are ideal for sound professionals and performers looking for serious low frequency output and studio monitor sound quality from a ...

Page 3: ...and an 18 inch low frequency driver is used in the RS18S The Resound series speakers carry high power ratings with an enormous 400 watts continuous power handling Neutrik Speakon plus 1 4 inch Input connectors interface easily with most any power amp or powered mixer Neutrik Speakon plus 1 4 inch Extension output connectors also allow you to daisy chain multiple Resound models together to create l...

Page 4: ...sure Rugged wooden enclosure with durable carpet covering 5 RS15S and RS18S Components Resound REAR PANEL A INPUT Neutrik Speakon input connec tor for connecting to the output of a power amplifier or powered mixer B EXTENSION Neutrik Speakon parallel output connector for connecting additional Resounds C INPUT 1 4 inch phone input connector for connecting to the output of a power ampli fier or powe...

Page 5: ...n cy special audio effects two RS15S and RS18S s can be used in stereo Common Sub Operation In most cases a common sub with mono system operation is desired This is true for several reasons but mostly because low frequencies produced by a subwoofer tend to be non directional Since low fre quency waves take so much space to actually develop you can t tell if the sub bass is coming from the left or ...

Page 6: ...ance Each of the Resound models EXCEPT the RS15S RS18S and RS215 is 8 Ohms So when two Resound models EXCEPT the RS215 are connected together in parallel the total impedance is 4 Ohms The RS215 impedance is 4 Ohms So when two RS215 s are connected together in parallel the total impedance is 2 Ohms The impedance of your speaker also has an effect on your amplifier In general the lower the impedance...

Page 7: ...s Now connect the mixers mono output to the INPUT of a low frequency power amplifier running in bridge mono mode If your amplifier does not have a bridge mono mode set your power amp s input mode switch to parallel or use a Y cable to connect both amplifier channels Using a standard speaker cable with Speakon connectors connect low frequency power amplifier output to the INPUT of the RS15S or RS18...

Page 8: ...isten in front of the speaker to hear properly To do this lower the MAIN VOLUME while setting the EQ and effect from in front of the speakers Once you have the sound you like move the microphones to behind the speakers and raise the Main volume Speaker Placement Whenever possible it is a good idea to raise the speakers above the heads of the listening audience The Resound enclosures feature a stan...

Page 9: ...eck the manufacturer s owners manual to confirm your power amplifier is capable of operating at 2 ohms RS15S and RS18S Stereo Sub with Passive Satellites This example shows a stereo system with mono sub powered by separate amplifiers for the mid high satellites and subwoofers The mixer s left and right outputs are connected to the inputs of the mid high power amplifier using shielded cable Next ru...

Page 10: ...puts of the sub amplifier are connected to the RS15S or RS18S INPUT using un shielded speaker cable For details on wiring your speaker cables see page 42 in this manual RS15S and RS18S Stereo Sub Bi amp System with Passive Satellites In this example the mixer s left and right outputs are connected to the inputs of the active satellite speakers using shielded cable Next con nect the mixer s mono ou...

Page 11: ...10mm x 645mm 20 5 x 24 x 25 5 Weight 103 lbs 46 82 kg Specifications subject to change Caractéristiques techniques RS15S Puissance admissible sous 4 Ohms 400 Watts efficace 800 Watts programme Impédance nominale 4 Ohms Bande passante 55 Hz à 150 Hz 3 dB Sensibilité 1 W 1 m 98 dB NPA NPA maximal 125 dB Moteur du Woofer Moteur haute puissance de 38 cm 15 pouces Montage Embase de pied intégrée de 35 ...

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