Avante Audio Imperio Pro IMP118 Professional Active Subwoofer

Sale price $1,799.99 Regular price $2,519.95
Avante Audio  |  SKU: IMP118

The Avante IMP118 is a high-output, 1800W RMS active bass-reflex subwoofer built for large events, festivals, and production rental. Featuring a robust Class-D amplifier, advanced internal DSP with cardioid modes, and premium Baltic birch construction, this subwoofer delivers deep, impactful low-end energy designed to pair perfectly with the IMP205 line array.

Description

Avante Audio Imperio Pro IMP118 Professional Active Subwoofer

The Avante Audio Imperio Pro IMP118 is a professional-grade subwoofer engineered to anchor your live sound setup with heavy-hitting low frequencies. Driven by a massive 18-inch high-power woofer with a 4-inch voice coil, it achieves an exceptional frequency response down to 32 Hz and a powerful peak output of 136 dB SPL. Its bass-reflex design provides clean, undistorted sub bass that you can truly feel across any venue.
Built to handle the physical demands of touring and mobile applications, the IMP118 features a rugged, premium Baltic birch plywood enclosure finished in a tough black polyurea coating. The rear connection panel is fully optimized for safety and convenience, offering IP65-rated locking power connectors, an integrated protective rain cover for outdoor events, and a comprehensive DSP interface. Whether deployed in a permanent club installation or ground-stacked on a festival stage, the IMP118 delivers the low-end authority that audio professionals depend on.
Specifications
  • Speaker Type: Active DSP-Controlled Bass-Reflex Touring Subwoofer
  • Amplifier Type: Class-D
  • Power Rating: 1800W RMS / 3600W Peak
  • Driver Configuration: 18-inch High-Power Woofer with 4-inch Voice Coil
  • Frequency Response: 32 Hz to 130 Hz (-10dB) / 38 Hz to 130 Hz (-3dB)
  • Maximum Output SPL: 136 dB Peak
  • Crossover Frequency: Selectable (60 Hz, 70 Hz, 80 Hz, 90 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz) with LR 24dB per octave slope
  • DSP Features: Delay, Crossover, and Selectable Cardioid / End-Fire directional settings
  • Enclosure Material: Premium Birch Plywood with Black Polyurea finish and powder-coated steel grille
  • Suspension & Mounting: 20 x M10 captive-nut fly points, 1 x M20 threaded pole mount slot
  • Input Connectors: 1 x XLR Balanced Female Line, IP65-Rated Locking Power Connector
  • Output Connectors: 1 x XLR Balanced Male Loop/Thru, IP65-Rated Locking Power Thru Connector
  • Operating Voltage: Universal PFC Power Supply (100–240V AC, 50/60Hz)
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 27.5" x 22.0" x 30.5"
  • Weight: 101 lbs (45.8 kg)
Buyer’s Guide: Is the Avante Imperio Pro IMP118 Right for You?
Adding the right subwoofer is essential to achieving a balanced, impactful pro-audio mix. The Avante Imperio Pro IMP118 is built for audio professionals who need uncompromised low-end power combined with advanced control features.
  • The Ultimate Foundation for Line Arrays: While it integrates seamlessly with many speaker setups, it is factory-tuned to accompany the Imperio Pro IMP205 mini line array. Combining the two gives you a highly scalable system capable of filling larger indoor spaces and outdoor environments.
  • Advanced Coverage Control: Unlike standard subwoofers that spill bass in every direction, the IMP118 features advanced DSP configurations. When using multiple units, you can activate built-in cardioid or end-fire modes to focus the bass energy directly at the crowd while keeping the performance stage completely quiet.
  • Tour-Ready Stacking System: The bottom of the cabinet is equipped with durable skids that nest perfectly into corresponding recesses on top of another IMP118 unit. A built-in, spring-loaded interlocking stacking hardware system allows you to securely lock stacked subwoofers together without needing to deal with messy ratchet straps.
  • Outdoor Resilience: Live sound changes quickly on the road. The inclusion of IP65-rated locking power lines and a removable, protective rubber rain cover means your amplifier panel stays shielded from moisture during outdoor festivals and damp weather conditions.
What’s in the Box & Essential Accessories
In the Box
  • 1 x Avante Audio Imperio Pro IMP118 Active Subwoofer
  • 1 x IP65-Rated Locking Power Cable
  • 1 x Protective Amplifier Rain Cover
  • User Manual
Essential System Accessories (Sold Separately)
  • Imperio Pro IMC118 Caster Board: A dedicated transport board that locks securely to the bottom or front grille of the subwoofer for easy rolling and front-grille scratch protection.
  • Imperio POLE+Subpole Adapter Kit: An M20 threaded, height-adjustable mounting pole kit used to safely mount your IMP205 tops or other mid-high cabinets directly over the subwoofer.
  • Imperio Fly Bar / Fly Bar LG: Required if your production crew chooses to permanently fly the subwoofers overhead using the built-in M10 fly points.