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Best DAS Audio Active Subwoofers 2025

Premium DAS Audio active subwoofers - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For DJ For Electronic Music For Dance For Hip Hop For Large Venues For Bass Extension
BRANDS: RCF the box pro LD Systems EV DAS Audio Seeburg Acoustic Line HK Audio FBT dB Technologies Yamaha JBL Behringer the box QSC Alto
DAS Audio Action-S18A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

DAS Audio Action-S18A

by DAS Audio
Electronic Music Large Venues DJ
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • May overpower smaller venues

DAS Audio Action-S18AActive 18" Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 750 W RMS / 1500 W peakFrequency...

⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 520412
$1,293
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Action-S218A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

DAS Audio Action-S218A

by DAS Audio
Bass Extension Electronic Music Large Venues
Key Feature:
• Often includes crossover for main speakers
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport

DAS Audio Action-S218AActive Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 1600 W RMS / 3200 W peakDrivers: 2x 18"...

⭐ 4.5/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 520414
$1,868
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio EVENT-118A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

DAS Audio EVENT-118A

by DAS Audio
Bass Extension DJ Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Often includes crossover for main speakers
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • Expensive addition to PA system

DAS Audio EVENT-118AActive Riggable 18" SubwooferPower: 1000 W RMS2000 W peakClass-D amplifierMax. SPL: 134...

⭐ 4.5/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 621086
$3,188
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Vantec-118A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

DAS Audio Vantec-118A

by DAS Audio
Dance Large Venues Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

DAS Audio Vantec-118AActive 18" Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 1000 W RMS / 2000 W PeakFrequency...

⭐ 4.7/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 520554
$2,580
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio EVENT-218A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

DAS Audio EVENT-218A

by DAS Audio
Bass Extension DJ Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • May overpower smaller venues

DAS Audio EVENT-218AActive Riggable 2x18" SubwooferPower: 1800 W RMS3600 W peakClass-D amplifierMax SPL: 140...

⭐ 5.0/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 621092
$4,288
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Vantec-18A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

DAS Audio Vantec-18A

by DAS Audio
Bass Extension Electronic Music Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

DAS Audio Vantec-18AActive 18" Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 1000 W RMS / 2000 W PeakPreset...

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 520553
$1,648
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Altea-718A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

DAS Audio Altea-718A

by DAS Audio
Electronic Music Dance DJ
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • May overpower smaller venues

DAS Audio Altea-718AActive 18" Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 600 W RMS / 1200 W peakFrequency...

⭐ 4.8/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 520352
$1,183
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Vantec-218A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

DAS Audio Vantec-218A

by DAS Audio
DJ Large Venues Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • May overpower smaller venues

DAS Audio Vantec-218AActive Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 2000 W RMS / 4000 W peakDrivers: 2x 18"...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 520555
$2,800
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio EVENT-115A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

DAS Audio EVENT-115A

by DAS Audio
DJ Electronic Music Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Often includes crossover for main speakers
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings

DAS Audio EVENT-115A15" SubwooferFrequency range: 40 Hz - 125 HzMax. SPL: 131 dBClass-D amplifierPower: 1200 W...

⭐ 4.7/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 585863
$2,088
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Altea-S15A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

DAS Audio Altea-S15A

by DAS Audio
Large Venues DJ Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

DAS Audio Altea-S15AActive Bass Reflex SubwooferActive 15" bass-reflex subwoofer with 3" voice coilPower: 600...

⭐ 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 570115
$988
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Active Subwoofers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced active subwoofers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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