Audio Combination
15X + KA18 High End Neodymium Pole Mount Speaker System Combo
Item No.: 15X / KA18
System bandwith: 32 Hz - 20 kHz
Contour reinforced by 8 dB at 100 Hz
Ratio of one KA18 to one 15X HiQ
Contour reinforced by 8 dB at 100 Hz
Ratio of one KA18 to one 15X HiQ
Description
With KA18, the 15X HiQ system contour is reinforced by 5 dB at 100 Hz, and the system bandwidth is extended down to 32 Hz.
FEATURE
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Usable bandwidth (-10 dB)
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55 Hz – 20 kHz
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Maximum SPL
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138 dB
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Nominal directivity (-6 dB)
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Vertical: 60° symmetric
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horizontal: 40° symmetric
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Monitor angle
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Without risers: 35°
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with risers: 55°
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Transducers
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LF: 1 × 15″ cone driver
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HF: 1 × 3″ diaphragm compression driver, neodymium
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Acoustical load
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Load bass-reflex
laminar venting technology ellipsoidal waveguide |
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Nominal impedance
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LF: 8 Ω
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HF: 8 Ω
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Connectors
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IN: 1 × 4-point speakON
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LINK: 1 × 4-point speakON
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Rigging and handling
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2 handles
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5 threaded inserts
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2 × 35 mm pole sockets
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Weight (net)
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21 kg / 46.3 lb
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Cabinet
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FIrst grade Russian birch plywood
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Front
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Steel with anti-corrosion coating
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acoustically neutral 3D fabric
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Finish
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Dark grey brown
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Low frequency limit (-10 dB)
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32 Hz
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Maximum SPL
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138 dB
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Nominal directivity (-6 dB)
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Standard or cardioid
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Transducers
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1 ×18''
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Acoustical load
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Dual bass-reflex
Laminar venting technology |
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Nominal impedance
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8 Ω
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Connectors
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2 × 4-point speakON
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Rigging and handling
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4×handles
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4-point captive rigging system
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1 ×25mm pole socket
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Weight (net)
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52 kg/115 lb
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Cabinet
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FIrst-grade Russian birch plywood
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Front
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Coated steel grill
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acoustically neutral 3D fabric
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Rigging components
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Steel with anti-corrosion coating
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Finish
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Dark grey brown
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1. Key Selling Points & Advantages
Touring-Grade SPL & Unrivaled Dynamic HeadroomExtreme Maximum Output (138 dB): The 15X HiQ achieves an astonishing max SPL of 138 dB, even surpassing the KA18 (136 dB). This provides massive, uncompressed, distortion-free headroom in high-noise stage environments or demanding outdoor applications.
15-Inch Punchy Mid-Bass Integration: Driven by a 15-inch coaxial woofer, the 15X reaches down to 55 Hz natively. When paired with the KA18 (32 Hz–100 Hz), the energy summation in the 60–80 Hz crossover region is extraordinarily punchy—ideal for heavy-impact genres like Rock, EDM, and Hip-Hop. |
Narrow Elliptical Directivity & Precise Throw60°x40° Narrow Dispersion: Unlike the 8X (100°) or 12X (90°x60°), the 15X HiQ features a tight 60°x40° elliptical directivity pattern. This tight control projects sound energy much farther with minimal interference, significantly reducing unwanted reflections from ceilings and side walls.
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2. Core Use Cases
| Application / Scenario | Deployment Method | Why Choose 15X HiQ + KA18? |
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| Large Touring Side-Fills | Ground-stacked KA18 + 15X stacked/flown | The industry-standard side-fill monitor setup, providing performers with full-range, high-SPL immersive stage sound. |
| Major DJ Monitors | Ground-stacked KA18 + 15X on yoke bracket | The gold standard for main-stage festival and club DJs, delivering lightning-fast low-end impact and blistering high-frequency dynamics. |
| Theaters & Arena Main PA / Fills | Flown / Stacked KA18 + Flown 15X | Perfect for deep venues where line arrays aren't required, utilizing the tight 60°x40° beam to throw sound accurately to distant seating. |
| Outdoor Festivals (Small/Medium Main Stage) | Ground-stacked or truss-mounted | Built for mobile outdoor events with thousands of attendees, cutting through wind noise and long distances with ease. |
3. Coverage Capacity & Scale
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Audience Size: A single stereo pair (1×15X HiQ + 1 to 2× KA18 per side) comfortably covers 800 to 1,500 people in indoor or outdoor settings. Adding more KA18 per side (e.g., 2× KA18 per 15X) further enhances low-end impact and coverage depth.
Throw Distance: 20 to 40 meters (approx. 65 to 130 ft). Thanks to its 60°x40° pattern, the 15X HiQ maintains crisp high-frequency clarity and vocal presence at distances exceeding 30 meters. |
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