Mackie

Mackie Thump118S 18-inch 1400W Powered Subwoofer

4.3 (19 reviews)

Bring thunderous low-end to any gig with 1,400 watts of powered 18-inch subwoofer performance.

$594.99*
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Overview

The Mackie Thump118S is a powered 18-inch subwoofer built to add deep, authoritative bass to live sound rigs. Its 1,400-watt Class-D amplifier drives a high-performance 18-inch woofer with a frequency response of 30 Hz to 200 Hz, producing the kind of visceral low-end that transforms a PA system from sounding adequate to sounding professional. The variable crossover gives you control over where the sub hands off to your top speakers, while custom voicing modes let you shape the bass response to suit different room sizes and musical styles.

On the connectivity side, the Thump118S features dual XLR inputs along with stereo full-range and highpass outputs. The highpass outputs are particularly useful — they send a filtered signal to your paired tops with the low frequencies already removed, simplifying system setup and reducing the need for an external crossover or processor. Adjustable level and polarity controls round out the rear panel, giving you the tools to integrate the sub cleanly into any speaker configuration. Designed to complement Mackie's Thump loudspeaker lineup, the Thump118S is equally capable of pairing with other brands, making it a versatile foundation for mobile DJs, bands, and event production crews who need reliable, powerful bass on demand.

Key Features

1400W Class-D amplifier is designed for ultra-reliable, consistent performance

15” High-performance woofer

Frequency response: 30Hz - 200Hz

Max SPL: 132 dB

Custom voicing modes plus variable crossover

Specifications

Brand
Mackie
Model
Thump118S
Type
Powered Subwoofer
Woofer Size
18-inch
Amplifier Power
1,400 watts Class-D
Frequency Response
30 Hz – 200 Hz
Max SPL
132 dB
Inputs
Dual XLR
Outputs
Stereo full-range and highpass
Controls
Adjustable level, polarity, variable crossover, custom voicing modes

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 1,400-watt Class-D amplifier delivers powerful, consistent bass output for live events
  • 18-inch woofer reaches down to 30 Hz for deep, physical low-end impact
  • Variable crossover and custom voicing modes allow fine-tuning to match different top speakers and venues
  • Highpass outputs let you send a filtered signal directly to paired loudspeakers, simplifying system setup

👎 Cons

  • An 18-inch powered subwoofer is heavy and bulky, making transport and load-in challenging for solo operators
  • Frequency response tops out at 200 Hz, so it must always be paired with separate full-range speakers
  • The 132 dB max SPL, while loud, may not be sufficient for very large outdoor events without stacking multiple units
  • No built-in DSP presets for specific Mackie top models, relying instead on manual crossover adjustment

Frequently Asked Questions

The Thump118S is a powered subwoofer with a built-in 1,400-watt Class-D amplifier — no external amp is needed.
It covers 30 Hz to 200 Hz, focusing on deep low-frequency reproduction.
Yes, it features a variable crossover so you can adjust the crossover frequency to match your paired loudspeakers.
The Thump118S has dual XLR inputs and stereo full-range and highpass outputs, allowing you to daisy-chain your tops directly from the subwoofer with the low frequencies already filtered out.
It is rated at a maximum SPL of 132 dB.