The Perlisten Audio R18is showcases exceptional acoustic performance through innovative engineering principles. Its design allows for deep bass reproduction while maintaining low distortion, tailored for seamless integration in various environments.
At the core of the Perlisten Audio R18is is a single 18" glass fiber diaphragm woofer, which is optimized for both power handling and linear excursion. The acoustic suspension alignment ensures that the driver operates efficiently, delivering accurate bass response right down to subsonic frequencies. The DSP1500W amplifier, coupled with a 32-bit ARM Cortex M4 processor, offers precise control over system parameters in real time, effectively reducing transient distortion. Proprietary modeling techniques enhance the driver’s performance, allowing for calibrated resonances that achieve flat frequency response across a range of installation scenarios. This sensitivity to design intricacies ensures that the subwoofer not only performs robustly but also minimizes vibrational artifacts thanks to sophisticated isolation mounting solutions.
Key Features
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Advanced DSP Control: Utilizes a 48-bit data path DSP, offering precise signal processing for reduced distortion and enhanced clarity.
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Robust Driver Design: Features a glass fiber composite diaphragm and optimized shorting rings to improve efficiency and linearity in sound reproduction.
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Versatile Mounting Solutions: Includes proprietary mounting systems for installation flexibility, allowing it to be used in-wall or on-wall without compromising acoustic integrity.
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Broad Frequency Response: Capable of reaching subsonic frequencies down to 16Hz with controlled EQ settings for tailored listening experiences.
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Dual Input Options: Supports both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, accommodating a variety of audio equipment configurations.
Technical Specifications
- Alignment: Acoustic suspension
- Amplifier: 1500W rms
- Display Interface: 2.8" LCD color touchscreen
- App Compatibility: iOS and Android
- Processor: 32-bit ARM Cortex M4, double precision floating point math
- DSP Engine: TI DSP, 48-bit data paths
- Driver Complement: 460mm (18"), Glass fiber diaphragm
- Linear Excursion: +/-31.9mm
- Frequency Response: 20-280Hz (-6dB) / 16-345Hz (-10dB)
- Inputs: (1) Balanced XLR, (1) Unbalanced RCA
- Outputs: (1) Balanced XLR unbuffered, (1) Unbalanced RCA unbuffered, (1) Digital AES/2
- Parametric EQ: 10-Band PEQ with 3 user presets
- Low Pass Filter: Bypass, 30-160Hz, slope 6,12,18,24dB/oct
- Phase: Variable 0-270°
- Polarity: Normal / Inverted
- Auto Turn-On: Configurable, 12v Trigger XLR, RCA
- Subwoofer Dimensions (HxWxD): 1000.0 x 508.0 x 306.0mm
- Amplifier Dimensions (HxWxD): 89.0 x 429.2 x 322.4mm
- Weight: NW Subwoofer 68.9 kg, NW Amplifier 6.1 kg, GW Packaged 96.4 kg
- Available Finishes: Matte black
