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QSC KW181

QSC KW181

SKU QK181S

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Product Highlights

  • Versatile Loudspeaker Series: Ideal for event organizers and planners, offering powerful audio solutions.
  • Advanced Technology: Incorporates Class D power modules, Intrinsic Correction™, and Directivity Matched Transition™ (DMT).
  • User-Friendly Features: Equipped with onboard mixers and four-position Mic/Line gain switches.
  • Durable and Portable Design: Constructed with premium-grade materials, ensuring reliability and ease of transport.
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The QSC KW Series represents a remarkable combination of advanced audio technology and user-centric design, perfect for a wide range of events. These loudspeakers feature Class D power modules, Intrinsic Correction™, and Directivity Matched Transition™ (DMT), ensuring high-quality, clear, and consistent audio performance across all listening areas. The onboard mixers with four-position Mic/Line gain switches add versatility, making them suitable for various audio inputs and environments. Constructed with premium-grade materials, these loudspeakers are not only durable but also designed for easy transport, making them an ideal choice for event organizers who value reliability and portability.

  • Configuration: 2-way
  • Transducers
    • Low-frequency: 12" cone transducer
    • High-frequency: 1.75" diaphragm compression driver
  • Frequency Response (-6 dB): 53 Hz - 18 kHz
  • Frequency Range (-10 dB): 50 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Nominal Coverage
    • Axisymmetric: 75°
  • Maximum SPL1: 131 dB peak
  • Amplifiers
    • Power Output: 1000 W Class D (continuous)
    • Input Impedance (ohms): XLR / ¼": 38k balanced / 19k unbalanced
  • Controls
    • Power, Gain, Mic/Line switch, LF Mode (Ext Sub/Norm/DEEP™), HF Mode (Flat/Vocal Boost)
  • Indicators
    • Power, Signal, Standby, Limit
  • Connectors
    • Balanced female XLR/¼" line/mic level input, Balanced female XLR/¼" line level input, Dual Balanced male XLR full range line level out, Balanced male XLR "mix" out, Stereo RCA line level input, Remote gain control, Locking IEC power connector
  • Cooling: On-demand, 50 mm variable speed fan
  • Amplifier Protection: Thermal limiting, output overcurrent, overtemperature muting, GuardRail™
  • Transducer Protection: Thermal limiting, excursion limiting
  • AC Power Input: Universal power supply 100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz
  • AC Power Consumption (1/8 Power): 100 VAC, 2.3 A / 120 VAC, 2.01 A / 230 VAC, 1.13 A
  • Material: 15 mm painted birch plywood
  • Finish: Black textured paint
  • Grille: Black powder coated 16 gauge steel
  • Dimensions (HWD) inches: 26 x 14 x 14
  • Dimensions (HWD) mm: 660 x 356 x 356
  • Net Weight: 49 lb / 22.2 kg
  • Available Accessories: KW122 suspension kit, KW M10 kit, KW122 tote, KW122 cover