Powered Sub: Carvin LSx1801NA

Lync · #1 02-12-2009, 08:38 PM

Anyone have experience with this powered sub? The weight looks good and the reports I have seen so far seem positive.

http://www.carvinguitars.com/lsx/

(scroll down the page a bit)

(The powered version is the same but with an amp onboard)

I am just looking to beef up the kick a bit...

fokof · #2 02-12-2009, 09:30 PM

I never heard that one but I have an EV SXA180A that I use once in a while and it is big fun !!!!!
It's fun to hear the fundamentals once in a while !

I just can't fit it on the rack of my bicycle......

AlembicPlayer · #3 02-18-2009, 08:02 AM

it's nice if it has a passive mode in case the internal amp dies. That's my only concern with powered speakers.

Lync · #4 02-18-2009, 08:48 AM

I agree-that would be a great feature. I must have ordered one of the last ones since it is now not on their website.

I will report back once I get it.

700 watts/18" @ only 77 pounds seems cool on paper...(less than $600 shipped too).

fokof · #5 02-18-2009, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlembicPlayer

it's nice if it has a passive mode in case the internal amp dies. That's my only concern with powered speakers.

I wonder how many passive speakers have an integrated amp in case the racked mounted power amp dies ?

Lync · #6 03-02-2009, 11:26 AM

Well, I received it and I am impressed. Well built, tight sound, and pretty light. Good deal.

I never really considered Carvin stuff for PA gear, but if the rest of their line is built like this, they are a worthy competitor for mid-priced PA gear.

modulusman · #7 03-02-2009, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlembicPlayer

it's nice if it has a passive mode in case the internal amp dies. That's my only concern with powered speakers.

Do they even make such a sub?