High-Output 18" Powered Subwoofer with 143 dB Peak SPL
FBT Horizon VHA 118.2SA is a professional 18-inch powered subwoofer engineered for high-output sound reinforcement where deep bass, serious SPL and controlled low-frequency performance are essential. AVMaxx shoppers looking for a powerful subwoofer for mobile DJ systems, live sound, concerts, touring, clubs and event production get 2500W built-in Class-D amplification, DSP processing, cardioid configuration capability and up to 143 dB peak SPL from a rugged single-18-inch enclosure.
2500W Power with a High-Excursion 18" Woofer
At the heart of the system is a long-excursion 18-inch woofer with a 4-inch voice coil housed in an optimized bass-reflex enclosure. Its built-in amplifier delivers 2500W with 5000W peak capability, providing the power and headroom required for demanding professional sound reinforcement. FBT rates maximum output at 137 dB continuous / 143 dB peak SPL in half-space.
The enclosure and woofer loading were optimized using BEM acoustic simulations to reduce unwanted resonance and turbulence within the bass-reflex ducts. Frequency response extends down to 30 Hz depending on the selected preset, giving the system the low-frequency extension needed for music and applications that demand substantial deep bass.
DSP Presets for Deep Bass, Punch and Cardioid Control
The onboard processing provides multiple presets that allow the system to be optimized for different applications. Original provides FBT's general-purpose voicing, Deep emphasizes extended low-frequency reproduction, Punch concentrates more energy in the 80–120 Hz range for higher-impact applications, and Infra focuses reproduction on the lowest frequencies.
Dedicated presets also support cardioid subwoofer configurations when multiple enclosures are deployed. Proper cardioid configurations can reduce rearward low-frequency energy, helping decrease bass on the stage or in areas where rear sound pressure needs to be controlled.
Built for Touring, Concerts and Professional Production
The VHA 118.2SA is constructed from 18mm birch plywood with a durable black polyurea finish and a powder-coated perforated steel grille. Six aluminum carrying handles assist with transportation, while provisions for four optional wheels make the cabinet easier to move between productions.
Two M20 stand sockets allow horizontal or vertical deployment with compatible speaker poles. Four additional support points accommodate accessories for ground-stack configurations with compatible Horizon VHA components. The enclosure measures approximately 24 x 28 x 28.34 inches and weighs approximately 134 lb.
Designed for the Horizon VHA Professional Sound System
The VHA 118.2SA is designed to extend and reinforce the low-frequency performance of the Horizon VHA system, including ground-stacked configurations with compatible VHA 406 and VHA 112 components. FBT identifies touring sound reinforcement, theaters, stadiums, concert halls, arenas and other professional live applications among its intended uses.
For mobile DJs, production companies, touring professionals, live venues, clubs, houses of worship and event professionals, the combination of a high-excursion 18-inch driver, 2500W amplification, 143 dB peak SPL, DSP presets and 30 Hz low-frequency extension provides a powerful foundation for professional PA systems.
For AVMaxx shoppers searching for an 18-inch powered subwoofer, professional DJ subwoofer, touring subwoofer, concert subwoofer, cardioid subwoofer or high-output live sound subwoofer, the FBT Horizon VHA 118.2SA delivers serious low-frequency output, flexible system control and touring-grade construction in a powerful single-18-inch design.
