Description
Kali Audio WS-12 1000W 12-Inch Powered Studio Subwoofer
Product Overview
Key Features
- ✓ 1000W Class D Power:Provides substantial headroom for dynamic peaks, ensuring the subwoofer operates cleanly at high output levels without compression or distortion.
- ✓ 12-Inch High-Excursion Woofer:The custom-designed driver moves a large amount of air with precision, allowing for deep frequency extension down to 23 Hz and accurate transient response.
- ✓ Comprehensive DSP Control:Features selectable crossovers (including an LFE mode), output level adjustment, and polarity control for perfect alignment with your main speakers and room acoustics.
- ✓ Low-Noise Port Tube:The front-firing port is carefully engineered to eliminate chuffing and turbulence, so all you hear is clean, articulate bass, even when pushed hard.
- ✓ Footswitch Control:Includes a footswitch input (footswitch sold separately) that allows you to bypass the subwoofer and send a full-range signal to your monitors, making A/B comparisons simple.
- ✓ Durable Cabinet Construction:Built with an 18mm plywood enclosure and equipped with side handles, the WS-12 is made to withstand the demands of a professional studio environment.
Why Kali WS-12 Studio Subwoofer Is Better
The Kali Audio WS-12 stands out by delivering the power and accuracy of subwoofers that often cost twice as much. While many subwoofers in this class focus on sheer volume, the WS-12 prioritizes sonic detail and clean output. Its 1000-watt amplifier provides superior headroom, preventing the distortion and compression common in less powerful units during dynamic passages. The combination of a high-excursion driver and a meticulously designed front-firing port results in a tight, musical low-end, free from the port noise and muddiness that can plague competing designs. It offers a level of control and precision that is genuinely professional.
Advantages
- Hear the full frequency spectrum of your mixes.
- Make precise mixing decisions on low-end content.
- High SPL output for working at cinema reference levels.
- Seamlessly integrates with any pair of studio monitors.
- Built for reliable, long-term professional use.
Best Suitable For
- Music producers creating bass-heavy genres like EDM, Hip-Hop, and Pop.
- Post-production engineers working on film scores and sound design.
- Commercial recording studios needing a powerful low-frequency monitoring solution.
- Home studio owners looking for professional-grade bass extension.
- Anyone mixing in 5.1 or other surround sound formats.
Why Choose Pro Audio Brands
- We are an authorized Kali Audio dealer.
- Fast, free shipping across the USA.
- Expert advice from seasoned audio professionals.
- Hassle-free returns and satisfaction guarantee.
- Competitive pricing with our Price Match Guarantee.
FAQs or Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a subwoofer for my studio monitors?
A: If your work involves significant low-frequency content, like in electronic music or film sound, a subwoofer is essential. It allows you to hear and mix frequencies that most nearfield monitors cannot accurately reproduce.
Q: How do I connect the WS-12 to my system?
A: You connect the outputs from your audio interface to the inputs on the WS-12. Then, you connect the outputs of the WS-12 to your main studio monitors. The subwoofer's internal crossover directs the low frequencies to its driver and sends the rest of the signal to your monitors.
Q: What is the LFE input for?
A: LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) is a dedicated channel in surround sound formats (like 5.1 or 7.1). The LFE input allows you to use the WS-12 as the dedicated subwoofer in a surround sound mixing setup.
Q: Is 1000 watts too powerful for a small room?
A: Not at all. The high wattage provides headroom, which means the amplifier can reproduce dynamic peaks without straining or distorting. It's about clean power, not just volume. You can easily adjust the output level to match your room and listening preference.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Powered | Yes |
| Amplifier Class | Class D |
| Power | 1000W |
| Driver Size | 12-Inch Woofer |
| Frequency Response (-10 dB) | 23 Hz - 200 Hz |
| Frequency Range (-3 dB) | 30 Hz - 160 Hz |
| Max SPL | 123 dB |
| Crossovers | Selectable: 40 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, 140 Hz, External/LFE |
| Inputs | 2 x XLR, 2 x TRS, 1 x Footswitch |
| Outputs | 2 x XLR |
| Enclosure | 18mm Plywood |
| Height | 19 inches / 48.3 cm |
| Width | 17 inches / 43.2 cm |
| Depth | 16.25 inches / 41.3 cm |
| Weight | 58 lbs / 26.3 kg |
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