About the Electro-Voice XDS X-Array Double Subwoofer System
The Electro-Voice XDS X-Array Double Subwoofer System is a high-power, integrated low-frequency solution designed to deliver massive bass output for large-scale concert touring and major fixed installations. This system comprises two coupled 18-inch subwoofer drivers housed within a single, large-format enclosure, engineered to work as a unified, high-output component within the broader X-Array ecosystem. The dual-driver, vented cabinet design is optimized for maximum efficiency and deep low-frequency extension, providing the foundational energy and physical impact required for modern large-venue sound reinforcement. Its design allows it to be seamlessly flown, ground-stacked, or integrated into arrays alongside full-range X-Array components, creating a cohesive and scalable low-frequency infrastructure.
Built for the extreme demands of professional touring, the enclosure is constructed from void-free birch plywood with a textured, durable finish and incorporates the robust rigging hardware of the X-Array interlocking frame system. This ensures safe and secure arraying with other XDS cabinets or full-range elements. As a passive system, it requires external, high-current amplification and dedicated system processing, which allows audio engineers to apply precise equalization, crossover settings, and protective limiting tailored to the specific venue and program material. This external control is critical for optimizing performance and safeguarding the substantial investment in the loudspeaker components.
Sonic performance is defined by its ability to produce extremely high sound pressure levels with exceptional control and depth, delivering the visceral low-end required for concert sound. The dual-driver configuration and tuned cabinet contribute to high sensitivity and power handling, enabling the system to provide clean, powerful bass even at the limits of large venues. For system designers and touring engineers, the XDS represents a premium, reliable building block for constructing scalable subwoofer arrays that ensure consistent, high-fidelity low-frequency reproduction, making it a cornerstone for the world's most demanding professional audio applications.