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SO18-A_EN_v3.2

BASSO

18-A

18˝ High Performance Direct Radiation Active Subwoofer

QuickStart Guide

BASSO

 Series models allow the user to choose the most adequate subwoofer 

for any given situation from within a family of products with common finish, 
design solutions and performance philosophy as well as shared rigging and 
transport accessories.

BASSO

18-A is an active 1.5 KW single 18˝ direct radiation subwoofer delivering 

a very natural, linear response in the VLF range from 30 Hz to 110 Hz. 
Built with 18” Premium birch plywood and fitted with a 2-mm steel grille, 
this medium format medium format cabinet is finished with IDEA Aquaforce 
weatherized coating to endure life on the road or stylishly integrate in any 
installation.

BASSO

18-A seamlessly matches with 2-way loudspeakers in 

LUA

 and 

EXO

 

Series maximizing the high-density performance of these systems for a 
wide range of portable, mobile and install professional sound reinforcement 
applications, from high power club sound systems and medium size live music 
events to rental and touring companies.

Optional rigging accessories allow for 

BASSO

18-A to be stacked and flown 

with RF-600 rigging frame.

DSP AND POWER MODULE

+6

-∞

PRESET 4

PRESET 3

PRESET 2

PRESET 1

CLIP

TEMP

STATUS

PRESET

SELECT

GAIN

INPUT

LINK

Active Preset

Gain level knob

USB Port

Activity leds

Preset Select toggle

Signal OUT: balanced audio XLR

Signal IN: balanced audio XLR

PRELOADED SELECTABLE PRESETS

Mains IN

Mains OUT

BASSO

18-A features an integrated 1500 W Class-D power module equipped with PowerCON 32A Mains connectors and XLR balanced 

audio signal connectors allowing for a simple, straightforward power and audio linking of the array elements. 

The 24-bit high-resolution integrated DSP board allows for easy 
access to four preloaded presets, just toggling the press-button 
PRESET SELECT in the back control pannel. The active preset will 
be indicated by the active led above its number.

PRESET 1:  LPF @100 Hz
PRESET 2: LPF @120 Hz
PRESET 3: LPF @150 Hz
PRESET 4: LPF @180 Hz

Summary of Contents for BASSO18-A

Page 1: ...le and install professional sound reinforcement applications from high power club sound systems and medium size live music events to rental and touring companies Optional rigging accessories allow for BASSO18 A to be stacked and flown with RF 600 rigging frame DSP AND POWER MODULE 6 PRESET 4 PRESET 3 PRESET 2 PRESET 1 CLIP TEMP STATUS PRESET SELECT GAIN INPUT LINK Active Preset Gain level knob USB...

Page 2: ...dles Feet Skates 4 rubber feet Installation Top 36 mm Pole mount socket Accessories 35 mm Pole K M 21338 Rigging Frame RF EVO20 Rigging System RS BASSO L Wheels WH 04 TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DRAWINGS 740 mm 600 mm 600 mm 1 2 3 4 BASSO18 A 1 5 kW Class D Active 18 Bass Reflex Subwoofer Power supply Universal regulated switch mode Nominal power requirement 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Current consumption 1 2...

Page 3: ... accessories tested and approved by IDEA and supplied by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer Installations rigging and suspension operations must be done by qualified personnel This is a Class I device Do not remove Mains connector ground Only use accessories specified by IDEA complying with maximum loads specifications and following local safety regulations Read the specifications and connec...

Page 4: ...o com basso18 a QS_BASSO18 A_EN_v3 2 www ideaproaudio com IDEA is always in pursuit of better performance greater reliability and design features Technical specifications and minor finish details may vary without notice in order to improve our products 2017 I MAS D Electroacústica SL Av Constitución 5 9 46009 VALENCIA ...

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