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product_id: 1429578
title: "JBL EON 518S Portable 18-inch 500-Watt Self-Powered Subwoofer"
brand: "jbl"
price: "€ 2103.31"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 9
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/1429578-jbl-eon-518s-portable-18-inch-500-watt-self-powered
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# Lightweight 65 lbs design 500W power punch Dual balanced XLR inputs JBL EON 518S Portable 18-inch 500-Watt Self-Powered Subwoofer

**Brand:** jbl
**Price:** € 2103.31
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎵 Own the bass, own the room—JBL EON 518S brings the boom wherever you go!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** JBL EON 518S Portable 18-inch 500-Watt Self-Powered Subwoofer by jbl
- **How much does it cost?** € 2103.31 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/1429578-jbl-eon-518s-portable-18-inch-500-watt-self-powered)

## Best For

- jbl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted jbl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Use Cases:** From high-energy DJ sets to immersive home theaters and outdoor parties—this subwoofer adapts to your lifestyle.
- • **Rock-Solid Durability:** Built with a rugged 18-inch plywood enclosure and metal grille, designed to withstand the rigors of any gig or party.
- • **Massive 500-Watt Output:** Unleash earth-shaking bass with JBL’s powerful Class D amplifier—feel the difference at every event.
- • **Ultra-Portable 65 lbs Build:** Say goodbye to back pain—carry pro-grade bass anywhere with a subwoofer almost half the weight of competitors.
- • **Seamless Satellite Integration:** Dual balanced XLR inputs with loop-through let you effortlessly connect and control your full PA setup.

## Overview

The JBL EON 518S is a portable, self-powered 18-inch subwoofer delivering 500 watts of powerful, clean bass through advanced Differential Drive woofer technology. Weighing just 65 pounds, it combines professional-grade sound with easy transportability. Featuring dual balanced XLR inputs with loop-through, a rugged plywood enclosure, and a pole mount socket, it’s engineered for versatile use in PA systems, home theaters, and live events.

## Description

JBL EON 518S Portable 18" 500W Self Powered Sub with Crossover, Dual Inputs, Loop through for Satellite Speakers and Pole Mount Socket. Rock Solid 18 inch Plywood enclosure fronted by a solid metal kick proof grille Top Mounted 35mm Pole Mount socket for JBL's SS3-BK Pole

Review: Lightweight, Hard hitting - I bought this sub as a replacement for 2 of my 12' Gemini Powered subs (I know...I know). This 1 15" JBL does the work of that and more! My only advice is not to use the passthrough as for me it doesn't hit hard enough. I DJ Clubs and dances and need power, if I use the passthrough it does not give me the punch I want. Just plug you line directly and you can control the "punch" It is a workhorse. I have had this thing all the way up, and banging consistently for hours on end and it doesn't miss a beat. I can only imagine if I had two of them. I have it centered with two Mackie 12' thumps and it balances nicely. Lightweight! It is lighter than my previous gemini subs and real is no problem for one guy to lift and go! Highly Recommend for the mobile DJ!
Review: Amazing bass response and definitely applicable for Home Theater systems despite other's opinions on that issue. - All I gotta say is DAMN! This is the one. super light, you can totally pick it up. The bass response is amazing. I am not a DJ and use this with my regular stereo set ups in three different room locations because I needed an awesome bass source for outdoor parties. Obviously I move it around a lot. Sometimes in my home theater (Star Wars never sounded this good), sometimes in my garage for working out/training, and then outside for parties. This one did not disappoint and even at low volume produces clean and accurate bass. Those who say it is overkill for home theater applications, in my opinion, are incorrect. It works very well. I use an RCA to XLR Y-adaptor so the mono sub out from the receiver goes to both XLR inputs and have had no issues in sound quality. As an audiophile who has years of car stereo installation and home theater construction experience, this one works well for everyone who needs amazingly loud bass. I use two Yamaha receivers, including the Rs700BL, and an older Kenwood HT receiver and this sounds great on all setups. So it's easy to upgrade your system to using this speaker. Just make sure you have some good high end mid/high speakers to match this bad boy, as well as the room! It's a beast. As long as you have good power and clean sound there this will not drown your mid/high speakers. I use a high pass X-over for my other speakers for no bass conflict. This thing rocks and yes you can disable the JBL grill light. Also, I had no problems with my grill. I bought this on the cheap as an open-box item for $400 here on desertcart. What a screaming deal!

## Features

- Latest JBL 18 inch Differential Drive woofer technology for superb bass anywhere
- Class D Power amp delivers superb bass at Almost half the weight of the competition - no more sore backs!
- Balanced XLR inputs (stereo) with loop through to top speakers or use the simple 1/4 inch speaker level mono input

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001HKSWK2 |
| Audio Driver Size | 18 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Color | Dark Gray |
| Color Name | Dark Gray |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (39) |
| Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
| Included Components | Cables for satellite speakers, Pole mount socket |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Weight | 65 pounds |
| Item model number | EON518S |
| Manufacturer | JBL |
| Model Name | EON 518S |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 25.7"D x 23.4"W x 22.4"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | For PA Systems, Home Theater, Professional Audio Equipment |
| Speaker Amplification Type | Active |
| Speaker Size | 18 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 18 Inches |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
| UPC | 050036903578 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Wattage | 500 watts |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Diameter | 18 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Mono, Stereo
- **Brand:** JBL
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth
- **Mounting Type:** Freestanding
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 500 Watts

## Images

![JBL EON 518S Portable 18-inch 500-Watt Self-Powered Subwoofer - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713egMm7j6L.jpg)
![JBL EON 518S Portable 18-inch 500-Watt Self-Powered Subwoofer - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31lqCY9tO3L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: can it work with jbl eon one?**
A: This unit does not have a battery so requires AC power to operate.
The EON 518S also requires an XLR input from a mixer, Only the EON One PRO has a Passthru XLR connector.

**Q: What else do I need to buy besides cables?  Does it just plugg into my mixer?  What cable do I need to buy?  Does the mixer need sub out?**
A: Just microphone cables.  If you are going to use a pole and high end speaker just above it, then I would suggest buying a short cable, six to twelve feet long.  You go straight from your mixer into the sub.  There is a built-in crossover that pulls the lower frequencies for the sub to amplify, and you run the short cable from the sub out, to your smaller speakers.  I have two for DJing and they sound awesome, even in a gymnasium or outdoors!

**Q: Do you have to purchase the speaker pole seperately?**
A: Yes I purchase a pole called onstand because is adjustable for any kind of height

**Q: What is the correct polarity for large venues?**
A: Polarity has nothing to do with venue size. Speakers have drivers, which vibrate forward and backward very quickly to make sound. If you have two speakers totally in phase, they will vibrate forward and backward at the same time. If they are totally out of phase, one goes forward while one goes back. This will make the sound quieter than if you had just one speaker. You want your subs, mains, and any other speakers you have to be in phase, if they are not then you can reverse the phase on the subs, which will cause them to move back when they were moving forward and forward when they were moving back, and hopefully that will realign the phase of all of the speakers.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lightweight, Hard hitting
*by C***H on January 7, 2014*

I bought this sub as a replacement for 2 of my 12' Gemini Powered subs (I know...I know). This 1 15" JBL does the work of that and more! My only advice is not to use the passthrough as for me it doesn't hit hard enough. I DJ Clubs and dances and need power, if I use the passthrough it does not give me the punch I want. Just plug you line directly and you can control the "punch" It is a workhorse. I have had this thing all the way up, and banging consistently for hours on end and it doesn't miss a beat. I can only imagine if I had two of them. I have it centered with two Mackie 12' thumps and it balances nicely. Lightweight! It is lighter than my previous gemini subs and real is no problem for one guy to lift and go! Highly Recommend for the mobile DJ!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing bass response and definitely applicable for Home Theater systems despite other's opinions on that issue.
*by R***A on December 19, 2014*

All I gotta say is DAMN! This is the one. super light, you can totally pick it up. The bass response is amazing. I am not a DJ and use this with my regular stereo set ups in three different room locations because I needed an awesome bass source for outdoor parties. Obviously I move it around a lot. Sometimes in my home theater (Star Wars never sounded this good), sometimes in my garage for working out/training, and then outside for parties. This one did not disappoint and even at low volume produces clean and accurate bass. Those who say it is overkill for home theater applications, in my opinion, are incorrect. It works very well. I use an RCA to XLR Y-adaptor so the mono sub out from the receiver goes to both XLR inputs and have had no issues in sound quality. As an audiophile who has years of car stereo installation and home theater construction experience, this one works well for everyone who needs amazingly loud bass. I use two Yamaha receivers, including the Rs700BL, and an older Kenwood HT receiver and this sounds great on all setups. So it's easy to upgrade your system to using this speaker. Just make sure you have some good high end mid/high speakers to match this bad boy, as well as the room! It's a beast. As long as you have good power and clean sound there this will not drown your mid/high speakers. I use a high pass X-over for my other speakers for no bass conflict. This thing rocks and yes you can disable the JBL grill light. Also, I had no problems with my grill. I bought this on the cheap as an open-box item for $400 here on Amazon. What a screaming deal!

### ⭐ ... broken do not spend your money you will be disappointed.. my sonny surround sound give better base ...
*by J***R on September 2, 2014*

Jbl logo was broken do not spend your money you will be disappointed ..my sonny surround sound give better base is just a big box with no power hated!!! I don't really writte review but I have to do this so others won't be in my shoes!!!

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