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Subwoofer discussion

DJMJB 7:52 PM - 5 November, 2017
Looking to add a subwoofer to match with my (2) QSC K12.2's. I don't want to buy 2 subwoofers as I get plenty of volume now for gigs up to about 150 people just with the k12.2's. I am not sure if the KSUB will be powerful enough for what i am looking for. And I love the idea of the KW181 but I'm not sure how to handle it without a built in crossover. Looking for advice.

Thanks
Mr.Dj-Jace 9:11 PM - 5 November, 2017
Go with kw181.
Mr.Dj-Jace 9:28 PM - 5 November, 2017
Open up the k12.2 owners manual and read up on how to adjust the crossover.
Arjun B 4:36 AM - 6 November, 2017
According to the KW series, the Ext. SUB button engages a 100hz high-pass filter, so im assuming the subwoofer is also crossed-over at 100hz.

You could do the same on your K12.2 and just high-pass it at 100hz.
dj_soo 1:18 PM - 6 November, 2017
that's what the ext. sub switch is for.
DJMJB 4:15 PM - 6 November, 2017
on the K12.2 I have the option to set the crossover at 80, 100, or 120hz. So the LPF on the KW181 is 100hz so that would mean that i just set the k12.2 at 100hz and it should be fine???

sorry, kinda new to using subs
Mr.Dj-Jace 7:59 PM - 6 November, 2017
That is correct, use the 100hz setting.
Taipanic 8:53 PM - 7 November, 2017
Do not get a K-Sub, they are under-performing. Get a KW181 or similar model from EV,JBL,Yorkville
DJMJB 1:49 AM - 8 November, 2017
how does the KW181 match up to the others?
Taipanic 2:55 PM - 8 November, 2017
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how does the KW181 match up to the others?


It's a solid performer and relatively bulletproof. Doesn't hit quite as hard or as low as some of the newer models that are out but will probably cover what you need.