Fbt PSR 118s User Manual

FBT PSR 118s Premium Sound Reinforcement Series Subwoofer
Applications
• Live Sound Reinforcement, Fixed Installations,
Touring Systems, Discos, Clubs, Auditoriums,
Theatres, Houses of Worship, Mobile DJ
Features
• 13 ply Baltic Birch plywood construction cabinet,
Internally braced to eliminate cabinet vibrations
• Tour Grade scratch resistant black paint finish
• Integral ergonomic carrying handles for easy
transportability
• Top Mount 1 3/8” Speaker Stand Socket for mounting
satellite speakers
• Four M - 10 fly points
• High SPL capability: 135 dB
• 800 w RMS, 1600 w Program, 3200 w peak power
Product Description
The FBT PSR 118s Subwoofer features 13 ply Baltic Birch plywood construction cabinetry, internally braced to prevent
undesirable cabinet vibrations. A rugged touring grade scratch resistant black paint finish protects the cabinet exterior.
Four strategically placed integrated carrying handles built into the cabinet lend to easy transportability. Four ATM
manufactured M-10 fly points are provided allowing single speaker or multiple speaker cluster suspension. A 1 3/8”
Speaker stand cup is built into the top of the cabinet for placement of satellite speakers.
The FBT PSR 118s is of Vented Bandpass design incorporating an Italian manufactured 18” FBT proprietary low
frequency woofer with a 4” voice coil with aluminum windings. A sensitivity factor of 100dB applies. Frequency
response is 35Hz – 140Hz.
The rear facing input panel provides 2 Neutrik® Speakon NL-4 female connectors.
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Specifications
System Type: Subwoofer Dispersion: Omnidirectional
Components: 18” proprietary woofer Inputs/Outputs: 2- Neutrik® Speakon
Frequency Response: 35Hz - 140Hz Suspension Points: 4 - M-10
Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms Enclosure Material: 13 ply Baltic Birch plywood
Power Handling: 800w RMS, 1600w Program, 3200w peak Dimensions: 21” w x 29.50” h x 29.80” d
Sensitivity: 100 dB @ 1 watt, 1meter Net Weight: 138 lbs.
Maximum SPL: 135dB Shipping Weight: 165 lbs.
FBT USA, Inc. P.O. Box 8144 Berlin, CT. Phone 800 333-9383 Fax 860 829-1026 Website: www.fbtusa.net
email: fbtusa@sbcglobal.net
FBT Elettronica SpA, Zona Ind. Le Squartabue 62019 Recanati, Italy FBT Italy Website: www.fbt.it

Fbt PSR 118s Specifications

General

Woofer Size	18 inches
Impedance	8 Ohms
Power Handling (Continuous)	800W
Power Handling (Program)	1600W
Enclosure Material	Plywood
Type	Passive
Enclosure Type	Bass Reflex
Connectors	Speakon NL4
Weight	44 kg (97 lbs)

Summary

Applications

Features

Product Description

Specifications

System Type

Defines the product category as a subwoofer.

Components

Details the primary acoustic driver used in the subwoofer.

Frequency Response

Specifies the audible frequency range the subwoofer covers.

Nominal Impedance

Indicates the electrical resistance of the speaker driver.

Power Handling

Outlines the continuous and peak power capabilities.

Sensitivity

Measures the sound pressure level output per watt of power.

Maximum SPL

States the highest sound pressure level the subwoofer can produce.

Dispersion

Describes the sound radiation pattern of the subwoofer.

Inputs/Outputs

Lists the types of audio connectors provided.

Suspension Points

Details the hardware for mounting or flying the subwoofer.

Enclosure Material

Specifies the construction material of the cabinet.

Dimensions

Provides the physical size of the subwoofer.

Net Weight

States the weight of the subwoofer without packaging.

Shipping Weight

Indicates the total weight for shipping purposes.

Diagrams

Input Impedance Graph

Graph showing the impedance characteristics of the subwoofer.

Full Space Frequency Response Graph

Graph illustrating the subwoofer's frequency output in a room.