How To Connect A Powered Subwoofer To Passive Speakers on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk Episode 62

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Today on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk, Nathan uses the Crown Audio XLS 1502 DriveCore 2 Series power amplifier to explain how to connect a powered or active subwoofer to a passive speaker in your sound system.
There are two general types of PA speakers - active/powered and passive. The simple difference between active and passive speakers is that active/powered PA speakers have a built-in amplifier, and unpowered/passive PA speakers do not.
If you have passive speakers in your sound system, you will need an amplifier. An audio power amplifier is an electronic amplifier required to amplify the power of an input signal to a high enough level to drive the speakers in your sound system. You’ll need to make sure you have an audio power amplifier (with sufficient wattage) and a mixer or a mixer amplifier combo.
You can set up your sound system with just these components but sometimes you might want to add more low-end sound. This is where a subwoofer would come in.
After you watch the video, if you have any more questions about connecting a powered subwoofer to passive speakers, let us know by commenting below, emailing sales@proacoustics.com, or calling (888) 256-4112.
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Crown XLS 1502 DriveCore 2 Series 2-Channel 300W at 8 Ohm Power Amplifier
*The Crown XLS1502 is a 2 channel power amp that features a sleek look, LCD display, and more DSP with higher capabilities ready to deliver a powerful, pure sound experience for any venue. The XLS 1502 is ultra-efficient with Crown’s patented DriveCore technology and can drive 1550W at 4Ω bridged (300W at 8Ω) with tons of headroom guaranteeing a clean, undistorted signal straight to your speakers.
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JBL SRX812 2-Way 12" Bass Reflex Passive System
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JBL SRX818SP 18" Self-Powered Subwoofer System
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@raygibernard2998 Год назад

Good information

@kaynediaries630 Месяц назад

thank you, learned sumthing important,,, god speed

@Dark3agleLetsPlay 4 месяца назад

That's a lot for this Video! I was searching the whole Internet for this Information. This is such a quick and perfect Video for exactly this Information I needed!

@adeletovrea3806 Год назад

Thanks man. You talk where I can understand it. Not all hyped up and shit appreciate it man thanks.

@kcatal1 Год назад

hello. thank you for this tutorial. I have 2 passive speakers peavey impulse 500 + 1 crown xls 602 amp + 1 behringer 2642 console + 1 yorkwill active box. how to hook it up correctly. Thanks

@mattosborne1366 8 месяцев назад

Finally, thanks man. wish I'd come here first.. Subbed

@MakingmoveswithJohnnyJ 2 года назад

And i really appreciate the video

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Thanks so much for watching!

@billyjackson9406 Год назад

Is it possible to connect passive subwoofers to powered speakers using a passive mixer?

@nick417159 2 года назад

Great video pro Acoustics, thank you for posting. I am just looking for clarification. In your video, you plug into a linkout on the power amp and plug into the input on the active sub. As that "link out" is really a parallel input on the power amplifier, wouldn't you connect an XLR to the output of the power sub into the parallel input (link out) on the power amplifier? Im not 100% sure so just looking for clarification. Thank you

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Hi Nicholas, Please call in at (888) 256-4112 and speak to an engineer about your questions and they can provide further clarification about the process for you.

@JuanCD135 2 года назад

@@ProAcoustics boo, just answer the question for everyone to learn.

@AT-hy6vo 6 месяцев назад

Hello, thank you for this video, I’m new to this whole audio set up game and have two JBL 530 tower speakers (passive), and a Sony receiver which has done me well the past two years. I was just gifted a Bose acoustimass 5 series ii sub and am struggling to set them all up, I was wondering what amps you’d recommend/best way of going about this! Thank you!

@ProAcoustics 6 месяцев назад

Hi there! I recommend contacting us at (888) 256-4112 or sales@proacoustics.com. A sales engineer can help guide you in choosing the right product for your application and needs.

@lb.baitseng 2 года назад

Great video and thank you. I'd like to know how you would connect Powered speakers to a passive Subwoofer instead?

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Hi there, Thanks for watching! I recommend you reach out to discuss this further with one of our techs, as additional components are needed to make this work for you. You can call 888-256-4112 or email sales@proacoustics.com.

@winstonskiddieridesadventu2834 Год назад

The title passive to active. Video is of passive to amp. Misleading title. No like from me.

@user-qi6qg2zc5d 6 месяцев назад

Great video! Could you help this novice understand how to hook up a powered sub to our band's Behringer PMP6000 when we have passive mains and passive monitors also coming out of it?

@ProAcoustics 6 месяцев назад

According to the PMP6000 owner's manual (Pg 11 #63 & Pg 10 #50), you should use the MONO OUTPUT to hook up an active subwoofer. mediadl.musictribe.com/media/PLM/data/docs/PMP/M_BE_P0566_PMP-Series_A4_EN.pdf

@homesteadworks3448 2 года назад

Hi, in your description your are showing the amp powering both the passive speakers and the powered sub? By powering the signal to the active subs is there any danger of damaging the amp built into the active sub? I always thought the active sub would only need a signal source from the mixer directly. And the passive signal would need powered by the amplifier. I’m a little old school, don’t know everything for sure... so old passive guys like me need all the help we can get... thanks for your input! Todd

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Hi Todd, We have a better-written explanation in our blog: www.proacousticsusa.com/blog/post/how-to-connect-a-self-powered-subwoofer-to-a-pa-system-with-passive-speakers/ We're taking the audio output from the mixer to the audio input on the amplifier and then out of the amp from the same channel into the powered subwoofer. These inputs on the Crown XLS amplifier pass audio signal only and not power. You then run from the speaker outputs on the power amplifier into the back of your passive PA speakers. These outputs pass both audio signal and power. This setup passes the signal through from the amplifier input to the passive speakers, sending this same audio signal to the powered sub. We could repeat this same process with other powered speakers or even feed the input section of another power amplifier.

@homesteadworks3448 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

@@homesteadworks3448 Our pleasure! Feel free to give us a call at (888) 256-4112, email sales@proacoustics.com or visit proacousticsusa.com if you need help in the future!

@minnesotajack1 Год назад

Another question: I should be able to run the whole signal to my sub, engage its high pass filter and then amplify the high pass signal to the mains, right?

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi there, This would depend on what subwoofer you are using and its available inputs/outputs and features. I would recommend consulting the sub manual or contacting the manufacturer tech support.

@dannyalanis8232 2 года назад

I need some help. I have a different issue. I have 2 powered pa speakers, and 2 powered subwoofers. I have the subwoofers hooked up through the powered pa speakers via rca. However there is only there is only one hook up available on the pa speakers. So I basically splitting the power and feel like my powered subwoofers full potential is not being met. How can I remedy that. They still sound great. However at the same time it still feels like there more there is being utilized. Should I get a mixer and if so what do you recommend. Or is there another way hook up the speakers with what I have now? Thanks in advance.

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Hi Danny, Thanks for watching and reaching out! Can you give us a call at 888-256-4112 or email sales@proacoustics.com to discuss this further? One of our Sales Engineers would be happy to work with you to see if there is another way you can hook up your speakers or if you need an additional piece of equipment and make recommendations for you.

@MakingmoveswithJohnnyJ 2 года назад

Would like know how to connect 4 passive speakers, 2 each channel, to a amp,mixer and active sub.

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Hi there! If you are using a two channel amplifier as demonstrated in the video, you would simply parallel wire 2 of your passive speakers on each channel of the amplifier (assuming the impedance is acceptable for the amplifier) and then wire from the amplifier's input link to your active sub. I hope this helps!

@djjaviinaction8094 3 года назад

Love the video brother. Question Can an active subwoofer blown an active speaker? & what's the recommend it Watts for each other?

@ProAcoustics 3 года назад

Hi there! We appreciate it! If you are connecting an active subwoofer to an active speaker all you should need is a balanced cable. Pay attention to the specifications for the speakers on how the high and low pass works so that you know which speaker to feed from. Hope this helps! Feel free to give us a call (888) 256-4112, email sales@proacoustics.com or visit proacousticsusa.com

@davidmjdeutsch Год назад

My Behringer KM750 has pretty much an identical Inputs section, with an XLR, 1/4 inch on each channel, and an RCA, but it doesn't not specify "Link/Out". I'm assuming it's the same though, right?

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi David, Yes, you can use the 1/4" as a pass-through to another device or power amplifier.

@mszmandaa Год назад

Hello if your amplifier doesn’t have link output can you just use channel 1 for midrange and channel 2 for powered subwoofer? Trying to run 2 midrange and 1 subwoofer but only have 2 inputs and 2 outputs no link like your amplifier

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hello, Without knowing more about the preamp and amplifier setup, this is theoretically possible. However, unless some active crossover is deployed, it may end up sounding wonky. Just ensure you are not taking a powered/amplified signal into a powered speaker, or you can risk damaging the unit. We recommend contacting the manufacturer of your audio equipment directly to determine the best usage and connection.

@denoirby Год назад

I have aYamaha EMX5 12-input Stereo Powered Mixer and two passive speakers. I am in bad need of some more base. I only need one sub. What would you recommend Passive or powered? How would you set it up?

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi there, The simplest route would be a powered subwoofer. You would take the record out or 1/4" stereo output of your mixer and plug that into the input of a powered sub, and away you go.

@johndeal1624 Месяц назад

I ran into a sound system installation with a functionally similar setup like this but I don't think this is the right way to go. The solution here does restrict the sub to below the crossover point. However, the mains will try to reproduce all of the program material, including the lows the subwoofer is doing since the input signal to the amplifier is direct form the mixer and not going through a crossover (unless the amplifier has a built-in crossover). In most cases, the "tops" are not designed for reproducing the low frequencies, which the subwoofer can handle much more efficiently. I feel the more standard solution is for the main outputs (line level) of the mixer be connected to the inputs of the subwoofer (all the active subwoofers I have ran into have a stereo pair of inputs). Set the desired crossover frequency on the subwoofer's crossover and level of subwoofer volume. Then take a separate pair of XLR cables and connect the subwoofer's high bypass outs and connect these cables to the input of the power amp and connect the speaker cables from the amp to the non-powered main speakers. Now you have the line level output of the mixer split with the lows going to the subwoofer and the rest to the power amp hence the non-powered main speakers. One consideration is the sequence of powering on and off the system. I believe the proper power on sequence is mixer->subwoofer->power amp. The power off sequence would be the opposite. This is the solution I came up with when I ran into a setup which was functionally the same as the solution presented here. The system became much clearer after I changed it to what is described above. If I am totally missing the point here, please let me know!

@ProAcoustics 20 дней назад

That is another excellent method of implementing subwoofers. Thank you for sharing your detailed setup and insights!

@stevencevallos3488 Год назад

Does it make a difference if your connecting the sub directly to the mixer?

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi Steven, Yes, it makes a difference if you connect a subwoofer directly to the mixer. Unless the mixer has a specific "subwoofer output" that would be equalized and/or set up with a high-cut filter, the tone and performance of the sub will be affected.

@minnesotajack1 3 года назад

So in this scenario your passive mains are going to play low frequencies normally absorbed by the sub…? That means the amp and speakers are working harder…?

@ProAcoustics 3 года назад

Hi there! Great question. If you have an external subwoofer, then you can activate your crossover and have the subs only handle the lows, while the mains handle the mids and highs.

@LC-ur8gv Год назад

By coming out the link output from the amp, are we sending the signal BEFORE it gets amplified? Like in this case I guess the main out will send the amplified signal to the passive speaker, but the link will send the pre amp stage signal to the active sub which will then amplify it with its own internal amp. Am I correct? Please correct me if I'm wrong.

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Yes, you are correct. Link out takes an un-amplified signal, as shown, and allows for connection to another amplifier or a powered speaker (in this example - a powered subwoofer).

@LC-ur8gv Год назад

@@ProAcoustics thanks a lot!

@PatRock1983 Год назад

My power amp doesn't have a link out (Behringer EP2000) doesn't have a "Link Out". The powered subwoofers I want to get have built is crossovers. Can I run my mixer main outs to my subs, then my subs to the power amp then power amp to mains?

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi there! Yes, this solution should work for you.

@aleemjabar4435 Год назад

Could I connect a passive subwoofer to a pa speaker via speakon to xlr line out of my pa speaker ?

@ProAcoustics 11 месяцев назад

The XLR connection suggests you are using an ACTIVE/POWERED speaker. This XLR output is not powered, it is simply a parallel signal to extend to another powered speaker. You would need to insert an amplifier from the XLR output of your ACTIVE speaker to then power the external PASSIVE subwoofer.

@Marc-fu3jq 3 года назад

Will the passive main speakers still take the low frequencies even if the sub has it?

@ProAcoustics 3 года назад

Hi Marc, This will depend on the speakers' High Pass and Low Pass settings. If you send the full audio signal through to the main speakers then yes they will still get the low signal in addition to the subwoofers. I hope this helps!

@Marc-fu3jq 3 года назад

@@ProAcoustics We have 2 dual 15s for our mains and its powered by a crown xti 2000 im not sure if it has those settings?

@ProAcoustics 3 года назад

Hi @@Marc-fu3jq Feel free to give us a at call (888) 256-4112 or email sales@proacoustics.com for better assistance on this. A Sales Engineer can get more details about your setup and answer your questions. Hope to hear from you soon!

@Dxcter_C0rgi207 2 месяца назад

hello ive got a question i dont know if its silly but, is it possible to connect an active subwoofers line output into an amplififers line input so i can use the subs input for music and the amps out for passive speakers.

@ProAcoustics 2 месяца назад

Absolutely. If your active subwoofer has a line level output, you can connect it to the input of a pro audio amplifier. This way, you can use the sub's input for music and the amplifier's output to drive passive speakers.

@Dxcter_C0rgi207 2 месяца назад

@@ProAcoustics thankyou, ive tried it and it works perfectly.

@stasasavoidu2255 Год назад

What about x-over. The way u showing it: the satellites will be trying to mumble lows, because the signal is not cut below xover lvl for them. explain how to route signal THROUGH active sub and it's internal xover towards passive speakers

@ProAcoustics Год назад

At Pro Acoustics, we support pro or commercial projects or installations. Therefore, the system described is for adding powered subwoofers to a full-range speaker system in a pro or commercial context, and not limited-range home audio speakers. You're correct, if using limited frequency response home speakers, you may need to wire to the subwoofer first in that type of configuration.

@atiosreyes3550 Месяц назад

Can I connect powered subwoofers to my passive speakers which are connected to an amplifier?

@ProAcoustics Месяц назад

No, you should not connect a powered subwoofer directly to a passive speaker that is connected to an amplifier. Powered subwoofers have their own built-in amplifiers and should be connected separately from the passive speakers.

@corymarcotte5853 2 года назад

Don’t forget that some subs will come with hi amp inputs. Connect directly from your amp and then into your speakers.

@ProAcoustics 2 года назад

Hi Cory, What you are describing is sometimes done in home audio systems. In our experience, there aren't a lot of professional audio setups that use this configuration. We appreciate your note however and may address this topic in a future video.

@biancakim2749 Год назад

Does this mean i dont need a reciever to connect a wireless sub to my vanatoo t1s? Theres a sub out on the back of the speaker. Im just trying to see if i could connect my vanatoo 1s to a klipsch R-12SWi

@ProAcoustics Год назад

@@biancakim2749 Both of these are powered speakers, so no, you will not need a receiver. You just need to connect the subwoofer output from the Vindaloo to the Klipsch sub.

@johnnyknudsen1755 3 года назад

What subwoofer is the best option? JBL PRX, SRX, or VRX

@ProAcoustics 3 года назад

Hi Johnny, We would recommend any of their matching subs. So either the PRX818S, SRX818SP, or VRX918SP, depending on which series of speakers you are using. Typically it's best to stay within the same series for your speakers and subwoofer when you can. Each series is designed to have a certain sound and they are also designed to pair with the matching sub. If you need more help choosing the best subwoofer for your system feel free to reach out at sales@proacoustics.com, call (888) 256-4112, or head to our site www.proacousticsusa.com

@johnnyknudsen1755 3 года назад

I should have included "with a commercial audio system"

@ProAcoustics 3 года назад

Hi@@johnnyknudsen1755Thank you for the extra information. We'd like to know a little bit more. To best help you with this please reach out to talk directly with an engineer. You can call (888) 256-4112 or if you'd prefer email sales@proacoustics.com. Just let them know you're question and you'll be connected with a dedicated engineer. I'll go ahead and share a note with this information so they'll have it to reference. We hope to hear from you soon!

@minnesotajack1 3 года назад

For most applications the PRX is best value, IMO. SRX is quite a bit more money for a sound difference that can only be noticed by a very discerning ear. VRX is likely overkill unless you’ve consistently got audiences over 500 people.

@vicentecarrasco3653 5 месяцев назад

hi，a passive speaker can connect from the output of the active subwoofer？

@ProAcoustics 5 месяцев назад

Yes, a passive speaker can indeed be connected to the output of an active subwoofer. However, it's important to note that you'll need an external or inline amplifier to power the passive speaker. If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!

@vicentecarrasco3653 5 месяцев назад

@@ProAcoustics the problem is about the output of the active speakers that they are passives and I heard that they can’t connect passive speakers because the output is not amplified,That's why I wanted to know the output of the active subwoofers, whether they are amplified or not.

@ProAcoustics 5 месяцев назад

@@vicentecarrasco3653 In the case of active subwoofers, the LINE OUTPUTS are not powered. As mentioned earlier, to connect passive speakers to the output of active subwoofers, you'll need an external amplifier. This amplifier would go in between the line outputs of your active subwoofers and the passive speakers you want to implement. If you have further questions or need more detailed explanations, feel free to reach out to our sales engineers. They'll be happy to assist you in finding the right setup for your audio needs! (888) 256-4112 - sales@proacoustics.com

@dtrelzmusic 7 месяцев назад

This doesn't affect the sub speaker? I thought you couldn't mix power and sub speakers?

@ProAcoustics 6 месяцев назад

A configuration can be made without any issues as long as you do not use an amplified signal to the input of a powered (active) speaker.

@ezekielsayson Год назад

what if passive subwoofer to powered main speakers?

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi Ezekiel, You will need an amplifier to power your passive subwoofer.

@rockyesterline7942 Год назад

How about my powered JBL speaker and I want to run a passive speaker at the same time you never said that

@ProAcoustics Год назад

Hi Rocky, A powered speaker does not power a passive speaker. It only powers itself. You would need an amplifier for your passive speaker.

@rockyesterline7942 Год назад

@@ProAcoustics I need my passive speakers to come out of my mixer that goes into my power jbl's if I use a separate amp it's not going to come out of my mixer I just wanted from my mixer to have my two power jbls and my two passive speakers working at the same time from the same mixer

@ProAcoustics Год назад

@@rockyesterline7942 Passive speakers require a separate amplifier to drive them. You cannot go from a line out to a passive speaker, but you can do this with powered/active speakers. Please get in touch with one of our sales engineers to distill this further for you. You can email sales@proacoustics.com or call (888) 256-4112

@epicurusgreytear3652 2 года назад

Yo Clayton? Is that you? Swear you look like this kid I used to hang out with in elementary school with my homie Zack luttrell

@TheBinaryWolf 4 месяца назад

I thought this video was about connecting a subwoofer to a passive speaker. When you plugged the subwoofer into an amp, you lost me.

@ProAcoustics 4 месяца назад

To connect an active subwoofer with passive speakers, you will need an amplifier. Although the active subwoofer has an internal amplifier to power the sub, unfortunately, you can not use that amplifier to power your passive speakers. In any situation, if you use passive speakers for your system, you will need an amplifier and a mixer or a mixer/amplifier combo. You can find a more detailed explanation with a graph showing the flow of the connections at www.proacousticsusa.com/blog/post/how-to-connect-a-self-powered-subwoofer-to-a-pa-system-with-passive-speakers/. I hope this information is helpful to you!