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Mackie SWA1501 Active Subwoofer System The SWA1501 is a 15-inch high-output, active subwoofer system. It features a high-precision 15-inch transducer combined w...
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Product groupActive Subwoofer Systems
DescriptionMackie SWA1501 Active Subwoofer System
OverviewThe SWA1501 is a 15-inch high-output, active subwoofer system. It features a high-precision 15-inch transducer combined with application-specific amplifier technology. The system is composed of a single, compact subwoofer cabinet with built-in control and amplifier electronics. The transducer used in the SWA1501 system features a 3-inch voice coil that offers extreme power handling capabilities. The magnetic assembly used features advancements in coil venting and structural cooling that provide lower temperature rise and substantially improved power compression characteristics. The amplifier found in the SWA1501 cabinet is an example of application-specific amplifier design that can be exercised when designing active speaker systems. The system uses a proprietary high-efficiency, high-current amplifier designed to provide high current levels at all levels of operation. Having access to high current levels, no matter what the power output, is absolutely critical in achieving precise, total control of the woofer mass. This control is responsible for lowering audible distortion artifacts and providing aggressive attack through the operating band pass of the system. The amplifier, which is mounted on a large, finned aluminum heat sink, is rated at 500 watts rms continuous output. The SWA1501 features a sophisticated on board control system, allowing for flexible integration with active or passive full range or mid/high speaker systems. The input panel accepts a line-level input signal and has LOOP OUT connectors for signal routing to other devices. It also has HIGH PASS out connectors for connection to active full range speakers or amplifiers powering passive full range speakers. All signal routing is through XLR connectors in L+R stereo or mono. There is a phase selection switch and a recessed level control. The system features thermal protection for the power supply and amplifier and also incorporates rms limiting protection for the amplifier stage that limits the amount of long-term power delivered to the transducer. The cabinet is constructed using 18 mm thick multilayered birch plywood and finished in black splatter paint. There is one handle on each side for efficient loading and transport as well as a top, female pole mount fixture.
Key FeaturesActive, high-output 15-inch subwoofer system with 3-inch voice coil High-efficiency/high-current 500 watt rms continuous output amplifier High output 128 dB of peak SPL Response down to 36 Hz (–10 dB point) Can be used with active or passive speaker systems Built-in crossover network with stereo or mono highpass outputs Recessed level control, center detent rotating knob (–15 to +5 dB) Recessed phase switch (0°–180°) Super compact, portable enclosure Small footprint allows for unobtrusive, strategic placement Baltic birch wood construction, built-in pole mount Correctly weight-balanced enclosure Two comfortable side handles for easy carrying and set up
ApplicationsLive Sound/Music Reinforcement High-Level AV Playback Small to Medium-Sized Portable PA Systems Corporate Events Night Clubs Houses of Worship
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