B&C Speakers - 18DS100 8 Ohm Push Buttons

The B&C Speakers 18DS100 8 Ohm Push Buttons uses a 100 mm aluminium coil wound in four layers. This technical choice ensures better thermal management, fewer compression losses and consistently stable output, even under heavy load. The result: consistent performance over time and the ability to handle very high power levels without compromising reliability.

With an AES power handling capacity of 1500 W (3000 W in programme) and a sensitivity of 97.5 dB, this 18-inch loudspeaker offers a clear, efficient response from 34 to 1000 Hz. Its 14.5 mm Xmax allows for significant linear displacement, guaranteeing powerful, clean bass, perfectly suited to live sound systems and large-scale subwoofers.

The 18DS100 benefits from a compact neodymium motor that concentrates the magnetic flux while reducing the overall weight of the loudspeaker. Its design incorporates an aluminium demodulation ring and a ventilated voice coil, reducing harmonic distortion and optimising dynamics at high volume. In practice, every impact is reproduced with precision, without crushing the signal.

On the mechanical side, a triple-roller suspension and a double silicone spider ensure rigorous control of the cone, even at maximum excursion. The radial cone is waterproofed on both sides, making it more resistant to harsh weather conditions and extending the life of the loudspeaker in outdoor environments.

Installed in a bass-reflex load of around 200 litres tuned to 35 Hz, the 18DS100 8 Ohm demonstrates its full potential. It is aimed at professional system designers, service providers and integrators looking for a high-performance subwoofer capable of combining raw power with a faithful response throughout the low register.