HK Audio Linear 5 MKII 118 Sub A
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Linear 5 MKII 118 Sub A
Product Info
Article Number:
559345
Brand:
HK Audio
Model:
Linear 5 MKII 118 Sub A
Category:
Active Subwoofers
Price:
$1,867.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Linear 5 MKII 118 Sub A is a powerhouse – the birch construction gives it a really solid, well-defined low end. It’s perfect for DJs, live sound reinforcement, or bands needing serious sub-bass presence; the DSP makes tailoring it to any room a breeze. Just be ready to enlist a friend for moving it around!
Product Description
- HK Audio Linear 5 MKII 118 Sub A
- Active Bass Reflex Speaker
- Drivers: 18" woofers with 4" voice coil
- 1000 W Class-D amplifier
- Maximum level: 131 dB
- Frequency range: 38 - 120 Hz (+/- 10 dB)
- DSP functions: Fully parametric 10-band EQ with variable filter characteristics
- low-pass filter
- polarity
- level
- delay
- limiter
- mute
- Filter presets: Front
- Cardioid 1: 1 vertical
- Cardioid 1: 1 horizontal
- Remote
- Connection panel with 2x XLR/6.3 mm jack combo input
- 1x Ethernet In
- 1x Ethernet Thru
- 2x XLR Thru and 1x XLR DSP Out
- M20 high stand flange
- 2 Handles
- Housing material: Birch multiplex
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 550 x 560 x 685 mm
- Weight: 41.6 kg
- Colour: Black
- Matching cover: art. #559349# (not included)
PROS
- • Birch multiplex housing provides exceptional rigidity and resonance control.
- • Class-D amplification delivers serious power with impressive efficiency.
- • Comprehensive DSP offers precise tuning for various acoustic environments.
- • M20 flange allows for versatile mounting and directional control.
CONS
- • Significant weight makes transportation and setup a two-person job.
- • Premium-priced, potentially limiting accessibility for smaller budgets.
- • Limited frequency extension above 120Hz may require pairing with full-range speakers.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
1000
Woofer Size
18"
Frequency Range
38 - 120 Hz
Max SPL
131 dB
Crossover
Not specified, assumed integrated DSP functionality
Weight
41.6 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Cardioid patterns minimize rear sound radiation, significantly reducing feedback issues when monitors are close by, improving clarity.
Standard Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cables are required for remote control and integration with HK Audio’s CONNECT system.
HK Audio's DSP is known for its transparency, but aggressive EQ settings can introduce subtle artifacts; use judiciously for best results.
