I just went to plug in and do sound check with the new sub at our venue for tomorrow night. I have to run it through the outs on my "DJ" mixer, which is a Vestax PCV275. I have both RCA outs and 1/4" outs, but no dedicated sub out. I don't think it matters since the sub is both powered and has its own crossover. The sub has both XLR ins and a single 1/4" in. I used a stereo 1/4 to 1/4 cable but obviously only used one half of it. I tried both the L and R outs to see if one was a mono channel, but I get the same very weak output from each.
I called two places for help. The guy at Guitar Center told me I'd be better off getting a double male 1/4 to single XLR male as I'm only using half the signal the way I had it. I also called Sam Ash and the guy there told me it didn't matter. The link to check out the sub is below. I told the owner I'd be back early tomorrow to resolve this. Can you see the problem and/or the solution?
Sub info:
http://www.godirectmusic.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=29006
JBL Eon 518S 18" Self-Powered Subwoofer
Description:
The EON518S is an 18-inch, direct radiating, high performance powered compact subwoofer system. Designed to extend low frequency performance of any EON system. It also offers the convenience of an integrated crossover and stereo loop-thru capability. The EON518S is comprised of a 460 mm (18") Differential Drive® woofer driven by a 500 watt Class-D digital amplifier.
Features:
# 500 watt High-Performance Powered Subwoofer System
# True portability weighing only 29.5 kg (65 lb)
# Compact enclosure
# Designed handles with comfort rubber grips for easy transport
# 18" Differential Drive® low-frequency driver with neodymium magnet for low-distortion and light weight
# Efficient Class-D digital amplifier technology
# Stereo balanced loop-through outputs
# Integrated and switchable High Pass Filter on loop-through outputs
# Easy “daisy-chain” connections for extending the system
# Polarity reverse selector
# Integrated 36 mm pole mount socket for sub/satellite applications
# Rugged DuraFlex™ finish
# Specifications: System Power Rating : 500 W continuous
1000 W peak
# Frequency Range (-10 dB) : 36 Hz - 130 Hz
# Dimensions (H x W x D) : 617 mm x 569 mm x 652 mm
(24.3 in x 22.4 in x 25.7 in)
# Frequency Response (±3 dB) : 42 Hz - 100 Hz
# Maximum SPL : 129 dB
# Crossover Frequency : 120 Hz (HPF selectable on outputs)
I called two places for help. The guy at Guitar Center told me I'd be better off getting a double male 1/4 to single XLR male as I'm only using half the signal the way I had it. I also called Sam Ash and the guy there told me it didn't matter. The link to check out the sub is below. I told the owner I'd be back early tomorrow to resolve this. Can you see the problem and/or the solution?
Sub info:
http://www.godirectmusic.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=29006
JBL Eon 518S 18" Self-Powered Subwoofer
Description:
The EON518S is an 18-inch, direct radiating, high performance powered compact subwoofer system. Designed to extend low frequency performance of any EON system. It also offers the convenience of an integrated crossover and stereo loop-thru capability. The EON518S is comprised of a 460 mm (18") Differential Drive® woofer driven by a 500 watt Class-D digital amplifier.
Features:
# 500 watt High-Performance Powered Subwoofer System
# True portability weighing only 29.5 kg (65 lb)
# Compact enclosure
# Designed handles with comfort rubber grips for easy transport
# 18" Differential Drive® low-frequency driver with neodymium magnet for low-distortion and light weight
# Efficient Class-D digital amplifier technology
# Stereo balanced loop-through outputs
# Integrated and switchable High Pass Filter on loop-through outputs
# Easy “daisy-chain” connections for extending the system
# Polarity reverse selector
# Integrated 36 mm pole mount socket for sub/satellite applications
# Rugged DuraFlex™ finish
# Specifications: System Power Rating : 500 W continuous
1000 W peak
# Frequency Range (-10 dB) : 36 Hz - 130 Hz
# Dimensions (H x W x D) : 617 mm x 569 mm x 652 mm
(24.3 in x 22.4 in x 25.7 in)
# Frequency Response (±3 dB) : 42 Hz - 100 Hz
# Maximum SPL : 129 dB
# Crossover Frequency : 120 Hz (HPF selectable on outputs)