Monitor Audio Silver W-12 Subwoofer

The Silver W-12’s over-specified driver assembly employs a hugely powerful magnet system and massive voice coil to deliver immense power from the compact sealed cabinet. A heavy-duty diecast basket not only holds the massive system rigidly together, but also assists thermal sinking to keep the driver cool.

For the Silver W-12 subwoofer Monitor Audio specified a 500-watt Class-D amplifier and power-supply module from highly-regarded amplifier specialist Hypex; this provides incredible headroom and utilizes advanced switch-mode power conversion techniques. A powerful DSP has been employed to deliver the best performance and filter characteristics, while running the unique APC (Automatic Position Correction) system. The APC is a completely in-house development, designed to automatically correct for room modes. It uses a microphone and test tones to calculate detrimental room modes and correct frequency response, optimizing it for the room and position. This is a simple and quick automated process that is a complete revelation to the installer and ensures the user can enjoy the subwoofer quality without positioning restrictions.

At the heart of the Silver W-12 lies a sophisticated 32-bit micro-controller, monitoring performance thousands of times per second, ensuring the system can deliver the best possible bass. It will never become over-driven or distorted, even at maximum power.

Features

• Ultra long-throw 12-inch driver featuring ‘dished’ C-CAM cone
• Triple suspension for ultimate linearity ensuring control at high power and excursions
• Oversized black anodized 3-inch voice coil which provides high power-handling and low distortion
• Powerful 500 W RMS Class-D amplifier with switching power supply provides instantaneous delivery of high current when required
• DSP processing with all control features and crossover performed digitally
• Automatic Position Correction plus automatic room setup feature using a microphone for simple system optimization
• USB for firmware updates
• Three preset EQ mode settings (Music, Movie, Impact)

 

Specifications

Low-frequency response: 20 Hz

Upper frequency response: 40 -120 Hz, variable

Low-pass filter alignment: Active 4th order 24 dB / octave

Amplifier output: 500 W

Amplifier type: Class D with switch-mode PSU

Standby power consumption: 0.5 W (ErP approved)

Dimensions (HWD): 14.56″ x 13.37″ x 16.1″

Weight: 44 lb 5 oz