HGS-18 vs HGS-15
The HGS-15's low-frequency extension is 18 Hz against the HGS-18's 15 Hz and its woofer 15" against 18". Both share power @ 8ω (1.3kW) and high-frequency extension (120 Hz).
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The Velodyne HGS-18 is a legendary high-end powered subwoofer renowned for its powerful 1,250-watt RMS Class-D amplifier and High Gain Servo-Control system, which virtually eliminates distortion even at extreme output levels. Delivering reference-grade performance, this massive subwoofer is celebrated as the "King of the Deep" for its ability to produce clean, taut, and seismic bass down to 15Hz. The subwoofer features an 18-inch forward-firing woofer with a 23-pound magnet and potent rubber surround, housed in a sealed cabinet with gloss black piano finish. It is equipped with comprehensive connectivity options, variable crossover controls, phase adjustment, and subsonic filtering, making it suitable for both music and home theater applications.
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The HGS-15's low-frequency extension is 18 Hz against the HGS-18's 15 Hz and its woofer 15" against 18". Both share power @ 8ω (1.3kW) and high-frequency extension (120 Hz).
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