IK Multimedia has released the iLoud Sub, a compact, active subwoofer with ARC X integration that is part of the iLoud series.
The new product features a 6.5” active aluminum woofer with a 200W Class D amplifier, as well as two 6.5” passive aluminum low-frequency drivers and DSP tuning. It will work effectively with iLoud Micro Monitor/Pro monitors, the iLoud MTM series, and any other monitor system with drivers ranging from three to seven inches.
IK Multimedia iLoud Sub main specs:
Type: Ultra-compact studio-quality subwoofer with automatic setup, alignment, and room calibration
Driver: 6.5" high-performance aluminum woofer
Acoustic design: DSP-tuned with 2 x 6.5" aluminum passive radiators
Amplifier type: High-efficiency Class-D
Total power: 160 W RMS power, 200 W peak
Frequency response: 25 - 150 Hz @-6 dB
Crossover Type: Digital
Crossover frequency range: 50 Hz - 150 Hz
Max SPL at 40 Hz: 106 dB peak
Analog input sensitivity: -4 dBu signal generates 90 dB SPL @1 m
Maximum analog output level: 13 dBu = 0 dBFS
Connectors: 2 x XLR and 2 x RCA analog inputs, 2 x XLR and 2 x RCA analog outputs, 1 x USB, 1 x power socket
Calibration: Built-in ARC room correction for both subwoofer and satellite speakers
Output Latency: 1.42 ms
Control software: ARC X for macOS and Windows
Power requirement: 100 to 240 V AC, auto-ranging, 50 or 60 Hz, 5 A max
Operating temperature (non-condensing): from 0 to 45 °C
Operating altitude: up to 2000 m
Dimension (H x W x D): 24.4 cm/9.61" x 25 cm/9.84" x 28.3 cm/11.14"
Weight: 7.1 kg/15.6 lbs.
It offers several connectivity options, including combined XLR/TRS stereo inputs, XLR outputs, RCA stereo input/output, a USB-B port, and wireless Bluetooth connectivity. The product comes with an ARC measurement microphone and updated ARC X software offering an automatic subwoofer tuning feature for precise calibration and synchronization.
The IK Multimedia iLoud Sub will be available for around $600. For more information, please visit the product page on the official IK Multimedia website.
