XS15se
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As the most compact powered subwoofer in the new Power X lineup, the XS15se will blend into almost any home theater with its satin black textured enclosure and small footprint. The new Power X driver and more powerful amplifier improve on the original XS15 by producing cleaner, powerful bass that is sure to provide an immersive audio experience. Articulate music reproduction, combined with explosive dynamic range during the most demanding movies, the XS15se aims to set the new standard for compact sealed subwoofers.
Features
- Proprietary, 15" high excursion driver assembled in the USA
- Patented digital hybrid PS BASH® 550W amplifier with DSP control
- Highly durable, satin black textured finished cabinets made in the USA
- 23Hz-200Hz +/-3dB (9Hz-16Hz typical in-room extension)
CEA-2010 Ratings
- Ultra-low bass (20-31.5 Hz): 113.1dB
- Low bass (40-63Hz): 123.4dB
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Driver
- Power Sound Audio proprietary 15” driver
- High excursion capabilities (2" peak to peak)
- Extended and vented pole geometry
- Vented back plate to maximize air flow
- Double stacked 80oz. ferrite magnets
- Extremely linear and dynamic motor system
- Highly treated, Kevlar-reinforced rigid paper cone body
- Paper dust cap with acrylic coating
- Epoxy reinforced cone neck/apex joint
- Concentric foam surround, treated for longevity
- Die-cast, twelve spoke, rigid aluminum frame with under spider cooling vents
- Three inch diameter, four layer copper voice coil wound on a rigid multi-layer aluminum former with Kapton heat shielding
- Fatigue limiting designed, silver alloy lead wires
- Single poly cotton semi-progressive, high excursion spider
- Assembled in the USA
Amplifier Specifications
- Amplifier Power: 550W RMS (continuous), 1650W Peak (dynamic)
- Amplifier Topology: PS BASH® - Patented hybrid amplifier uses best of Class D and Class AB
- Precision analog control through DSP (digital signal processing)
- Inputs: Left (LFE) and Right RCA connections
- 0o to 180o Continuous Phase Control
- 40Hz-150Hz/LFE Variable Crossover
- Off/Auto/On Selector
- Voltage: 100-120V/220-240V~50/60Hz (6.3A) with auto-switching
- Stand-By Power: Less than 1W
- Temperature sensing protection
- Driver voltage monitoring with DC offset protection
- Driver current monitoring with overload, short circuit, and load protection.
- Primary voltage monitoring to control dynamic and average power limits
- Soft limiting protection
- Frequency dependent compressors
- Energy Star compliant
Enclosure
- Sealed enclosure
- Down-firing driver
- Super durable, black sand textured finish
- Precision machined CNC panels for perfect fit of all components
- Rigid MDF baffles
- Dimensions (D x W x H): 18” x 17” x 19.5”
- Weight: 67lbs
- Made in the USA
Owner's Manual
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FREQUENCY RESPONSE
* 2 meter ground plane (1/3 Octave smoothing)
LONG TERM OUTPUT COMPRESSION
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Josh Ricci at Data-Bass.com has posted his extensive review of the XS15se. Please click on the Data-Bass logo to read his review.
"The XS-15SE offers a lot of bang for the dollar. The driver is a high quality piece in this price range and the enclosure and finish is heavy duty. The engineering and DSP settings also seem to be well applied and thought out. It is one of the few, sealed design, powered subwoofers offered for under $1000 that is both engineered well and has enough headroom for a decent sized room. Based on the measurements and performance metrics alone it compares quite well to other commercial sealed subwoofers at 2x to 3x the price. "
Dale Rasco from the Home Theater Shack posted his review of the two XS15's we sent as part of the $10,000 Home Theater System Giveaway. Please click the Home Theater Shack logo to read the entire review.
"The XS15 can land a punch in your chest that would kickstart your heart if necessary.""I was pleasantly surprised by the depth at which the bass was reproduced."
Check out Jim Wilson's in-depth review of our XS15 at Blu-ray.com. Please click on the Blu-ray.com logo to read the entire review.
"Right out of the box I liked the sound, which struck me as very detailed. Depth was pretty evident almost instantly as well, with a nice powerful rumble when the situation warranted.""What this company provides is a level of value that simply didn't exist a few months ago. Very rarely does a rookie step into the majors and hit a home run during their first at bat, but PSA has done just that. The XS15 is definitely worth more then the $750 they're selling it for. Pick one up soon, before these guys come to their senses and realize what they have."
Jim Wilson has provided an outstanding review of our XS15se. Please click on the Home Theater Shack logo to read the entire review"What the 'se' version does is take all that raw output and smooth it over, making the sound more refined and deeper. You may not ultimately classify it as the cleanest or most articulate bass you've ever heard, but when taken as a whole -- especially considering the price -- what you end up with one very hard to beat combination that should easily satisfy even the most picky among us.""When it comes to value, PowerSound Audio is in a class by themselves."
