01/04/2025
The short story of the sV2 subwoofer!
The very first prototype of the sV2 loudspeaker was completed in 2011. The sV2 was a thoughtful evolution of our entirely self-designed sV1 model. While the sV1 featured a single-chamber, dual-speaker design, the sV2 introduced a dual-chamber, twin-enclosure configuration. This change was born out of necessity: in single-chamber subwoofers, if one speaker fails, it can cause unwanted acoustic effects that may lead to further damage. The new cabinet, therefore, became heavier and had to meet a long list of new requirements. Among them:
- It had to remain compact enough to stay small in 218 size category.
- It needed to be easy to grip and lift.
- Three units had to fit side-by-side in standard vans, ideally with room for one or two stage deck panels alongside them.
- It required a sleeve for satellite pole mounts.
- It had to hold both V1 and V2 tops speakers securely—even without fasteners (via recessed grooves).
- The design had to reduce the likelihood of spilled drinks splashing onto the speaker cone.
- Rubber feet and indentations were added to make stacking easier and faster.
- It had to support integration of a two-way system.
- And much more...
After extensive modeling and real-world testing, the cabinet was originally designed to house the B&C Speakers 18PS46 driver. The results were exceptional, and the first production run followed. Unfortunately, the 18PS46 driver was discontinued about a year later, forcing us to seek an alternative.
We soon discovered that no available driver could fully replace the PS46 one-to-one. After experimenting with several options, we settled on continuing production with the RH SOUND 18125pro driver—significantly modified by us. This revised driver provided the powerful bass that came to define many legendary local events, not only through our services but also in the hands of those who purchased it. While it was one of the best-sounding drivers we had ever encountered, it struggled mechanically under extreme conditions. As a result, we were forced to lower the specified output and dynamic settings.
In 2013, B&C Speakers released the 18PS100 driver. We didn’t hesitate to replace the 18125pro with it—it fit perfectly into the cabinet, both electro-acoustically and mechanically, without any need for further modifications. The version of the sV2 equipped with the 18PS100 became the final and most widely produced iteration. Over the course of thousands of events, only two malfunctions were ever recorded.
Although production of the sV2 ceased following the debut of the sV3 and sV4 subwoofers in 2019, units are still in use across the region to this day.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who has supported us along the way.
May the bass be with you! 🖤
