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ACTIVE SPEAKER
4PRO 8001-AS
RCF 4PRO 8001-AS active subwoofer integrates an high current 800 Watt amplifier, a complete
electronic processor section and premium RCF low distortion, high power woofer. The result is a
compact, high power subwoofer, unique in his class for extended output and low distortion.
This new high power 18” inch woofer is the result of the latest refinement in years of RCF
experience in compact active subwoofer design and manufacture, providing a fast and controlled
reproduction of the bass frequency range. Featuring a 4” inside/outside voice coil to minimize power
compression and extend the life of this product.
A 2 step class H design is used to power the system. This high current design controls the amount
of deliverable power in conjunction with a massive transformer and a multiple of high storage capaci-
tors it is able to achieve perfect control of the woofer mass at very high output levels.
The input section offers mono/stereo combo XLR/Jack input connectors and XLR high pass output
connectors. A recessed master volume, the phase switch and the selectable crossover frequency
switch guarantee the best versatility. The processor section includes active system equalization,
limiter and protection functions. The system is visually monitored from 4 status LEDs.
The Baltic birch plywood enclosure is painted with black, heavy duty, textured epoxy. The front is
protected from a strong, powder coated, metal grille. The cabinet features two M10 threaded points
for optional speaker kart, a 35 mm pole mount socket, two comfortable recessed side handles.

ACOUSTICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Applications Frequency response: 40 - xover point
Max SPL: 134 dB
• Main PA Sub Bass Woofer: 18”
• Band & Vocal PA Sub Bass
• Professional DJ Sub Bass
INPUT SECTION
Input signal (Impedance): bal/unbal
• Night Club Sub Bass Input connector: jack/xlr
• Corporate Events Output signal connector: xlr
Input sensitivity: 0 dBu

PROCESSOR SECTION
Crossover frequencies: 40 Hz - xover point
Selectable high pass output: 80/100/120 Hz
Features Protections: uC / Protection
• High current 800 watt class H amplifier Limiter: fast limiter
• 133 dB max SPL Master volume: yes
Phase switch: yes
• 18” high power woofer, 100 mm inside/outside copper coil
• Response down to 40 Hz AMPLIFIER
Nominal power: 800 Watt
• Selectable crossover and high pass outputs, phase switch Low frequencies: H / 600 Watt
• Electronic equalization, limiter and protection Cooling: Forced
• Mono/Stereo combo XLR/Jack input, Mono/Stereo XLR signal output PHYSICAL
• Baltic birch compact enclosure and 2 side handles for easy transpor Cabinet: Baltic Birch
tation Dimensions (HxWxD): 27.55” x 20.47” x 27.55” (700x520x700 mm)
Weight: 123.45 lbs. (56 kg)
• Built in pole mount, two M10 points for optional speaker kart Hardware: 2 M10 for kart
Handles: 2 side
Pole Mount / Cap: yes
Colour: Black
Frequency Response 1W/1m

Horizontal 1/3 Polar Plot

Horizontal 1/3 Octave Polars 0° 160
125
100
330° 30°

300° 60°

270° 90°
0 -6 -12 -18 -24 -30 -36 -42 -48 -48 -42 -36 -30 -24 -18 -12 -6 0

240° 120°

210° 150°

180°
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CSI PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS FOR DESIGNERS, SPECIFIERS, AND CONSULTANTS (ALSO KNOWN AS “A&E SPECIFICATIONS”)
The following are “Part 2 Products” CSI-type specifications. It is assumed that “Part 1 General – Administrative and Procedures”
and “Part 3 Execution – Installation and Maintenance” are part of an overall audio system or project specification.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 Approved Manufacturer/Product
A. RCF, Via Raffaello 13, 42010 Mancasale, Reggio Emilia, Italy.
B. Model number: 4PRO 8001-AS

2.02 Design
Configuration Bass reflex subwoofer
LF Sub-section 18” woofer, 100 mm copper coil

2.03 Acoustical Proprieties

Frequency response: 40 Hz xover point
Max SPL: 134 dB

2.04 Physical Properties

Cabinet: Baltic birch
Rigging inserts: 2 M10 for kart
Color: Black
Grille: Custom perforated steel grille with open-cell poly fiber backing
Input Connectors: jack/xlr
Dimensions (H x W x D): 27.55” x 20.47” x 27.55” (700x520x700 mm)
Weight: 123.45 lbs. (56 kg)

2.05 Accessories
AC KP-8001: Kit pair of wood panels for trolley 4PRO 7001 BA, 8001-S (AS), 8002-AS
AC WK FX: Fixed wheels accessory kit
AC WK SV: Swivel wheels accessory kit

RCF SpA Italy:

tel. +39 0522 274 411
fax +39 0522 232 428
www.rcfaudio.com
e-mail: [email protected]

RCF UK Sales Office:

tel. +44 7005 402181
e-mail: [email protected]

RCF France Sales Office:

tel. +33 6 07501800
e-mail: [email protected]

RCF Germany Sales Office:

tel. +49 2203 925370
e-mail: [email protected]

RCF USA Sales Office:

tel. +1 (603) 926 4604
e-mail: [email protected]