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Title: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 01, 2017, 12:48:29 PM
Yesterday I ordered a B stock Turbosound IQ18B sub.... Yeah - a bit out of the left field for me - right?.......Well, it came up at $460 with 45 days to return it -  and I have a plan.

I like to keep my stuff in good condition as anyone who has seen my gear will attest to so I refuse to do shows where I feel my gear might be exposed to damage or spills.  However, I have been turning down some shows for this reason when I could probably be OK with some careful planning. ( I know - its a shame I even have think to this way).....
In one particular bar, I always feel that it is the sub that get hammered, kicked, used as a table etc ( small place and only one sub needed) as it is so much more exposed than anything else. 
I don't use wedges anymore (for my main band) so no beer spills there.
My mixer, router and iem rack sit way back on stage, I use SM58's so if they go over, no biggie and my tops are relatively safe on stands I suppose -  :-\ .  I mix wirelessly so no cabling to worry about either.
I figured if I get something that I won't mind getting beat up a bit, I could use it on those precarious shows. It will be paid for in less than a couple of shows at that price. So if it goes south, its not that big a deal.

I have read some favorable reviews on the IQ18B and although it won't get to the levels I can attain on my SRX818/828 or even my PRX718xlf, I never get much beyond 2/3's of my sub capability in small bars anyway.

On the other hand, if I hate it, I can return it OR even sell it on with very little loss.

So... not a huge investment and not what I really would have liked ( I wanted another PRX718xlf but even if I could find one being cleared out at $799, I am not sure I want to invest that much) ...........but I am intrigued as to how well it will do.

I'll report back but might not use it for a few weeks.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: John P. Farrell on May 01, 2017, 03:56:03 PM
I bought a few of the IQ 12" wedges for a club we installed a rig in.  The ultranet was the selling point since we put an M32 there.  The idea is that they live at the venue for smaller, acoustic or in-house operated shows.  We bring in a monitor rig for full bands.  For the price I was very pleased, and I won't cry if (when) someone spills a drink all over them or they get knocked around a bit by housemen moving tables/chairs/whatever.  Sonically they get fairly loud while staying stable and have a nice footprint.  They don;t sound like a 12AM, but they don't cost as much either;)
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Robert Lofgren on May 01, 2017, 04:00:00 PM
I'm told that the iq15b is in most cases a better option than the iq18b. I've not been able to test my iq15b against the iq18b yet but people that I trust have told me this.

One design 'flaw' is that the amp vent is exposed if liquid or rain should run downwards from the top so I would make sure that this vent is protected from running liquid.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Kemper Watson on May 01, 2017, 05:13:58 PM
I'm told that the iq15b is in most cases a better option than the iq18b. I've not been able to test my iq15b against the iq18b yet but people that I trust have told me this.

One design 'flaw' is that the amp vent is exposed if liquid or rain should run downwards from the top so I would make sure that this vent is protected from running liquid.

I've heard a pair of the 15's and was amazed at their output
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 01, 2017, 07:47:12 PM
I'm told that the iq15b is in most cases a better option than the iq18b. I've not been able to test my iq15b against the iq18b yet but people that I trust have told me this.

One design 'flaw' is that the amp vent is exposed if liquid or rain should run downwards from the top so I would make sure that this vent is protected from running liquid.

Hadn't heard that Robert, but I wasn't looking for this brand anyway, I just came across it online at the right price and had read good reviews. We will see I suppose.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Tim Hite on May 01, 2017, 09:25:03 PM
It's a fine sub at that price. Also has DSP speaker emulation, which may help it better match up with you existing tops.

I own a set of TS Siena tops and 18 subs and it all works well. Bought them for monitor wedges and rental duty.

Turbo sound also makes fairly nice padded covers for a reasonable price. I believe the IQ sub cover slips on after you flip it onto its wheels. Should help you keep it looking nice.

Yesterday I ordered a B stock Turbosound IQ18B sub.... Yeah - a bit out of the left field for me - right?.......Well, it came up at $460 with 45 days to return it -  and I have a plan. . .

Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Brandon Scopel on May 01, 2017, 11:16:04 PM
Can I bring my IQ8s and iq10s over to see how they work together?

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Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 02, 2017, 12:45:14 PM
Can I bring my IQ8s and iq10s over to see how they work together?

Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk

Of course  :)
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 03, 2017, 04:59:13 PM
It arrived to day. It is pretty marked up - I'm not used to that - BUT that is the risk I took I suppose with a B stock cab. It was also deliberate because of the places I will be using it ...... Amazes me just how much someone can mark up a speaker in a  short time. This was supposed to be a return so how long can someone have owned it?
They didn't send any wheels with it either which should have been included. I called them and a guy told me he'd send them to me. After about 10 minutes, I checked the shipping notice in my email and he had arranged to send tiny little Ernie Ball amp wheels - DUH!
I  called back and spoke to a different guy - told him the wheels being sent to me will not fit or be substantial enough and he is looking into getting the right ones for me....I needs my wheels...had to move it to where I needed it on a dolly...might have to eat it though under the circumstances and get my own.. Ironically none of the ones I have will fit.

PowerCon cable was included - Yay- and a manual.

Anyway,
To the sound....

I checked it out with some pre record music and it sounds pretty nice. Not woofy at all (which I hate) and quite musical. Has quite a nice thump with some decent headroom - hard to tell just how much in my rehearsal room...Obviously only a show will tell how powerful it is for my needs. I went through the DSP and set everything flat and pretty standard for now - EQ flat, crossover at 100hz, no other sub emulation etc. I'll play with it to see how it sounds with my DSR's. Using my little DXR with it right now just to check it out.

I have already filled the holes and scratches with wood filler and I will sand just those areas down and give them a coat of paint. It is wood finish so pretty basic. I've also bent back part of the grille that was a little dinged - I think I'll get it looking pretty close to brand new again.
I also added a year warranty to it as it came with only 45 days. Cost me an extra $49 and extends my trial period to 60 days.
So all in all it cost just over $500 shipped.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 05, 2017, 02:47:17 PM
I went back into the DSP and set the limiter to -3db. Also set the crossover at 90db to not over extend it - I think it sounds a little nicer with the DXR ... I'll check it out with the DSR at some point.
I am quite impressed and for the money I spent, I think I did OK.

Tim- Normally I would jump on getting a cover but I already own a PRX718xlf cover with 1/4" padding. They sent me 2 non-matching covers when I bought mine for my PRX's a few years ago and the case company let me keep it when they replaced it. It works with the wheels on the iq18B and some padding over the grill to get closer to the right height when on its back- So that was a bonus.

Brandon - let me know when you want to play.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Tim Hite on May 05, 2017, 04:37:54 PM
. . .

Tim- Normally I would jump on getting a cover but I already own a PRX718xlf cover with 1/4" padding.

. . .

JBL cover on a Turbosound sub?

You're living on the edge.  8)

Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 05, 2017, 05:28:38 PM
JBL cover on a Turbosound sub?

You're living on the edge.  8)

I know - right? ......Although it's not really a JBL cover.  It was made by a cover company for the PRX - BUT they embroidered JBL on it. I might have to remove it....
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Kevin Bayersdorfer on May 06, 2017, 12:39:06 AM
A band I just do consultation for just bought two of these and they brought one to a rehearsal a few weeks ago, I was pretty impressed, even at the going rate they are pretty cheap compared to the competition. They weren't muddy and pretty musical for an 18. I really didn't get into the DSP. Pretty sure that paint is duratex. you could buy a pint in a bag then put it in another container for touch ups. I would be interested to hear your opinion with the DSR's   
https://www.parts-express.com/acry-tech-duratex-black-1-pint-roller-grade-cabinet-texture-coating-kit-with-textured-3-ro--260-100 (https://www.parts-express.com/acry-tech-duratex-black-1-pint-roller-grade-cabinet-texture-coating-kit-with-textured-3-ro--260-100)
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 07, 2017, 12:40:03 AM
A band I just do consultation for just bought two of these and they brought one to a rehearsal a few weeks ago, I was pretty impressed, even at the going rate they are pretty cheap compared to the competition. They weren't muddy and pretty musical for an 18. I really didn't get into the DSP. Pretty sure that paint is duratex. you could buy a pint in a bag then put it in another container for touch ups. I would be interested to hear your opinion with the DSR's   
https://www.parts-express.com/acry-tech-duratex-black-1-pint-roller-grade-cabinet-texture-coating-kit-with-textured-3-ro--260-100 (https://www.parts-express.com/acry-tech-duratex-black-1-pint-roller-grade-cabinet-texture-coating-kit-with-textured-3-ro--260-100)

Thanks Kevin...

1st impression with the DSR112.....

Just in my rehearsal room.
I am used to hearing the DSRs with my PRX718xlf's at club/bar level.
So, at lowish levels compared to a show but as loud as I can reasonably get without visits from the neighbors:
Compared to the PRX718, the IQ18B doesn't go quite as low or loud, doesn't sound quite as 'defined' and sounds best set at 90hz so that it isn't over exerted.
Now, am I disappointed - hell no!..If the results had been any different, I'd be wondering why I own PRX and SRX subs and didn't save a bunch on getting 8 IQ18B's...
With that said, I am very in tune with how my system sounds with the PRX718's  but I doubt most folks would hear much difference.
This sub will do nicely for my purposes in small bars and I think anyone wanting to save some money and doesn't need deafening and very low bass, wouldn't go far wrong investing in one or two of these if they could be had at the right price - I'd say less than $750 each.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Brandon Scopel on May 07, 2017, 11:12:58 AM
Thanks Kevin...

1st impression with the DSR112.....

Just in my rehearsal room.
I am used to hearing the DSRs with my PRX718xlf's at club/bar level.
So, at lowish levels compared to a show but as loud as I can reasonably get without visits from the neighbors:
Compared to the PRX718, the IQ18B doesn't go quite as low or loud, doesn't sound quite as 'defined' and sounds best set at 90z so that it isn't over exerted.
Now, am I disappointed - hell no!..If the results had been any different, I'd be wondering why I own PRX and SRX subs and didn't save a bunch on getting 8 IQ18B's...
With that said, I am very in tune with how my system sounds with the PRX718's  but I doubt most folks would hear much difference.
This sub will do nicely for my purposes in small bars and I think anyone wanting to save some money and doesn't need deafening and very low bass, wouldn't go far wrong investing in one or two of these if they could be had at the right price - I'd say less than $750 each.

Depending how they play with the IQ8&10, I may look at getting a pair.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 07, 2017, 11:49:41 AM
Depending how they play with the IQ8&10, I may look at getting a pair.

If I can get very decent results using it with the DSR, I think you'll probably be very satisfied with the results checking them out with their own family.....

I like the fact this sub is quite small compared to both the PRX and the SRX. I find that the PRX is high and deep and that the SRX is VERY deep. This can be inconvenient in smaller bars where the Sub has to be very exposed where folks are dancing ( and being stupid sometimes). This will sit a bit further back and closer to the stage (area). Again, this will help me when used for the purpose I bought it - (small and rough bars)
Disappointed it doesn't have an M20 pole thread but fortunately I had an old slot in pole I can use and my Gator gas assists came with  adaptors to use for either style. The pole mount is nice and tight though - not sloppy at all.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Robert Lofgren on May 07, 2017, 11:52:12 AM
Did you try the prx618s modeling emulation? Why did you set the limiter?
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Jay Marr on May 07, 2017, 12:10:33 PM
If I can get very decent results using it with the DSR, I think you'll probably be very satisfied with the results checking them out with their own family.....

I like the fact this sub is quite small compared to both the PRX and the SRX. I find that the PRX is high and deep and that the SRX is VERY deep. This can be inconvenient in smaller bars where the Sub has to be very exposed where folks are dancing ( and being stupid sometimes). This will sit a bit further back and closer to the stage (area). Again, this will help me when used for the purpose I bought it - (small and rough bars)
Disappointed it doesn't have an M20 pole thread but fortunately I had an old slot in pole I can use and my Gator gas assists came with  adaptors to use for either style. The pole mount is nice and tight though - not sloppy at all.

OnStage makes some M20 pole mount cups that are pretty cheap....I'd grab one of those and swap it out.
I did that on a couple of subs because i prefer the stability of the M20 thread.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 07, 2017, 12:50:42 PM
Did you try the prx618s modeling emulation? Why did you set the limiter?
I didn't try the PRX618 modeling yet because I had read that it is not very true - which makes sense otherwise again, why buy a PRX618,718,818?. I am still playing with it so I will go through everything eventually just to try all the modeling.

I tried it with and without the limiter but at these volumes-it made no difference. I turned it off - I won't be pushing it too hard anyway, so not sure it matters.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 07, 2017, 12:51:49 PM
OnStage makes some M20 pole mount cups that are pretty cheap....I'd grab one of those and swap it out.
I did that on a couple of subs because i prefer the stability of the M20 thread.

I'll see how it goes..... I might end up doing that Jay..thanks.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: David Winners on May 07, 2017, 01:33:58 PM
Thanks Kevin...

1st impression with the DSR112.....

Just in my rehearsal room.
I am used to hearing the DSRs with my PRX718xlf's at club/bar level.
So, at lowish levels compared to a show but as loud as I can reasonably get without visits from the neighbors:
Compared to the PRX718, the IQ18B doesn't go quite as low or loud, doesn't sound quite as 'defined' and sounds best set at 90hz so that it isn't over exerted.
Now, am I disappointed - hell no!..If the results had been any different, I'd be wondering why I own PRX and SRX subs and didn't save a bunch on getting 8 IQ18B's...
With that said, I am very in tune with how my system sounds with the PRX718's  but I doubt most folks would hear much difference.
This sub will do nicely for my purposes in small bars and I think anyone wanting to save some money and doesn't need deafening and very low bass, wouldn't go far wrong investing in one or two of these if they could be had at the right price - I'd say less than $750 each.

It's good to hear your opinion of the iQ18.  I'm considering adding an all iQ rig, 2-12's over 4-18's.  I have a pair of the 10's that are handy little boxes that sound decent.  They are more expensive than the Alto coax wedges but I love the Ultranet capability as I use Xair mixers. I'm looking forward to hearing your opinion after you use the 18 in anger.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Robert Lofgren on May 07, 2017, 01:40:40 PM
I'll see how it goes..... I might end up doing that Jay..thanks.
I replaced my cups with k&m (they have both cup and m20 versions) since the supplied cups was a too tight fit for some of my generic brand speaker poles.

A 3dB limiter would not be noticable so I would keep it 'off'. The peak and rms protection limiters are never turned off anyway...

I would recommend updating the firmware if you ever are going to use ultranet or play the sub around freezing temperatures.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 07, 2017, 01:47:21 PM
I replaced my cups with k&m (they have both cup and m20 versions) since the supplied cups was a too tight fit for some of my generic brand speaker poles.

A 3dB limiter would not be noticable so I would keep it 'off'. The peak and rms protection limiters are never turned off anyway...

I would recommend updating the firmware if you ever are going to use ultranet or play the sub around freezing temperatures.

Yes - I'm not sure I can do enough damage at the volumes I intend for this sub to warrant using the limiter at any setting quite frankly.
Firmware wise I doubt I'll need to do anything - although I will look at some point just to be thorough. No intentions of using ultranet or working in freezing temperatures.......yet.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Robert Lofgren on May 07, 2017, 01:51:31 PM
It's good to hear your opinion of the iQ18.  I'm considering adding an all iQ rig, 2-12's over 4-18's.
As I wrote above I was recommended the iq15b for normal live pop and rock duties. If you can then compare both of them. It is not recommended to mix iq15b with iq18b. I currently own 4 iq15b and will probably add another two of them later this year...
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: cliff truesdell on May 07, 2017, 09:42:52 PM
It's good to hear your opinion of the iQ18.  I'm considering adding an all iQ rig, 2-12's over 4-18's.  I have a pair of the 10's that are handy little boxes that sound decent.  They are more expensive than the Alto coax wedges but I love the Ultranet capability as I use Xair mixers. I'm looking forward to hearing your opinion after you use the 18 in anger.


I would like to hear the 10's. I've been using a pair of K10's the last few years and I would like to change things up a bit.

I'm really following this thread too about the subs. They really got my eye.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: David Winners on May 08, 2017, 09:19:39 AM

I would like to hear the 10's. I've been using a pair of K10's the last few years and I would like to change things up a bit.

I'm really following this thread too about the subs. They really got my eye.

I don't have any experience with the K10s, so I can't correctly compare them. I will say that the iQ10 sounds very good to me. It gets plenty loud for the stages I use them on. They are easy to transport and sound very good as SOS for vocals only or acoustic acts.

They won't keep up with a bi amped QRx112/75, but I would never expect them to. I think they are a very nice sounding speaker that offers ultranet capability and gets loud enough for small stages or SOS duty.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: David Winners on May 08, 2017, 09:27:46 AM
As I wrote above I was recommended the iq15b for normal live pop and rock duties. If you can then compare both of them. It is not recommended to mix iq15b with iq18b. I currently own 4 iq15b and will probably add another two of them later this year...

Thanks Robert. What types of shows are you using the iQ15b on? My brain automatically goes to 18s when thinking about subs. I don't do any EDM or DJ stuff at all, just live bands and smaller acoustic gigs.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: John Simoson on May 08, 2017, 11:20:06 AM
I use a pair of IQ15B's under my K10's for acoustic trio (Acoustic Bass, 2 Guitars).  I use them for small bars too for an electric trio with drums.  Portable and add just enough punch to fill sound out.  Lightweight and good sturdy wheels and fit in an SUV.  If you get the covers for them make sure you special order the proper ones since the standard Turbosound cover doesnt take the casters into account.  MFR # TSPC15B2
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Jay Marr on May 08, 2017, 12:40:45 PM

I would like to hear the 10's. I've been using a pair of K10's the last few years and I would like to change things up a bit.

I'm really following this thread too about the subs. They really got my eye.

I heard both of these 10's side by side.
Everyone in the room like the iQ's better....but it's not night and day.  If you already own the K10's, you won't be blown away with the difference.  Would only be worth it (to me) if the swap out didn't require a lot of cash.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Robert Lofgren on May 08, 2017, 05:10:23 PM
A very wide diversity mix of genres. Anything from single songwriter to jazz, pop, rock punk garage rock, orchestral.

https://youtu.be/EU9cTGLUNZU

https://youtu.be/tQIiJFYBNDk

https://youtu.be/UKqAInnsUac
I was not running sound on this gig.

https://youtu.be/OlTRu543ffM

Thanks Robert. What types of shows are you using the iQ15b on? My brain automatically goes to 18s when thinking about subs. I don't do any EDM or DJ stuff at all, just live bands and smaller acoustic gigs.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: cliff truesdell on May 13, 2017, 03:47:15 AM
I heard both of these 10's side by side.
Everyone in the room like the iQ's better....but it's not night and day.  If you already own the K10's, you won't be blown away with the difference.  Would only be worth it (to me) if the swap out didn't require a lot of cash.


Thanks for posting this.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: David Winners on May 31, 2017, 07:28:11 AM
Hey Debbie,

Have you spent any quality time with the new sub yet? I used my iQ10s over subs FOH for a couple shows this weekend and was pretty impressed. I regularly use them on monitor duty and love them there as well.

I'm still leaning towards an all iQ rig later this year. I'm looking forward to your report :)


Thanks for the info Robert. I'm still trying to understand how the 15 would be a better choice, unless it sounds much better. The small footprint would be nice, and they are a little cheaper, but the 18 goes lower and louder. I don't know that anyone is using them locally, so a direct comparison would be tough. Maybe the Sweetwater guys will set a couple up for me. I'm about 45 minutes from them.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on May 31, 2017, 10:47:22 AM
I'm told that the iq15b is in most cases a better option than the iq18b. I've not been able to test my iq15b against the iq18b yet but people that I trust have told me this.

One design 'flaw' is that the amp vent is exposed if liquid or rain should run downwards from the top so I would make sure that this vent is protected from running liquid.

It would be interesting to hear them side by side.

I thought the same thing about the design.....so I made a little 'ledge' out of tape that I have applied to the cab at the top of the amp vent. It should be enough to direct any spills away from the inside of the cab without disrupting air flow.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on July 17, 2017, 01:24:31 AM
So on Saturday I finally got to use my IQ18.  Small bar - questionable clientelle so the perfect place to test drive live.

I took my PRX712's for a change to make things easy, lightweight, easy load in, small footprint etc. ( haven't used them for a while for FOH and thought they might be fun)
First set I had the IQ18 processing set to PRX618xlf to try and get close to what I would usually use in a room like that - my PRX718xlf. HP set at 100hz.
The first thing I noticed was that the kick got a bit lost. EQ'd to get the best out of it that I could but couldn't get it as defined and hard hitting as I like it - bit soft and woofy. Similar thing with the bass..lacked definition and punch - not a bad tone though.
Second set I used the default IQ18 setting and it was noticeably better. Still not as meaty as the PRX718 but certainly closer and quite musical.
It doesn't hit as low as the PRX718 either which wasn't too much of a problem for me due to the program material but could be for others.
It performed  better than I had expected and IMO offers a very respectable bang for your buck if deployed correctly and not pushed beyond its capabilities. I had it putting out decent volume and kept it out of clipping.  I am very happy with my purchase and would be confident using it in small bars or when LF reinforcement is required at low volumes.

Regarding the PRX712's.... They sounded good and I was happy with them. Vocals were clear, guitar projected well. I still prefer my DSR112's for their clarity and separation but it was nice to try something different.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: David Winners on July 17, 2017, 03:20:50 PM
Thank you for the review Debbie. I have picked up an EV system for a song, so I doubt I'll be purchasing any iQ18 in the near future unless something changes. It's nice to know they perform well. The price is sure nice on them, and the deeper I get into Ultranet, the more attractive the iQ series is.

I prefer the Turbosound eq on the 10" and 12" cabinets myself. I think they probably trade SPL for low extension on the PRX618xlf setting. I've never really understood the modeling DSP on powered boxes. It seems like a marketing tool to me.

Anyways, thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on July 17, 2017, 07:11:14 PM
Thank you for the review Debbie. I have picked up an EV system for a song, so I doubt I'll be purchasing any iQ18 in the near future unless something changes. It's nice to know they perform well. The price is sure nice on them, and the deeper I get into Ultranet, the more attractive the iQ series is.

I prefer the Turbosound eq on the 10" and 12" cabinets myself. I think they probably trade SPL for low extension on the PRX618xlf setting. I've never really understood the modeling DSP on powered boxes. It seems like a marketing tool to me.

Anyways, thanks for sharing!

Pleased you got taken care of David and that you are happy with your choice. I always like to follow up when I say I am going to for the sake of those who might be considering these speakers or those who are just interested..
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Jay Marr on July 18, 2017, 03:08:33 PM
Pleased you got taken care of David and that you are happy with your choice. I always like to follow up when I say I am going to for the sake of those who might be considering these speakers or those who are just interested..

Thanks for the report out Debbie.  I know some friends that are thinking about these subs, so this is helpful.
Always appreciate road reports from gear that is within my budget.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on July 18, 2017, 04:22:59 PM
U R welcome David and Jay.
I thought of a few more things.
Nice to use Powercons as I usually don't get to. Also,  although the pole is not M20 thread and is just a slot in, the pole fits nice and tight so doesn't sway much.
And lastly, .... it was nice to have a smaller ( although similar weight to my PRX) box to move around - good handle placement for lifting - and as the wheels are already installed, just one more thing that makes these subs a darn good buy.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Don T. Williams on July 18, 2017, 05:49:08 PM
So on Saturday I finally got to use my IQ18.  Small bar - questionable clientelle so the perfect place to test drive live.



Debbie, is this venue your "Test Dive"?
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on July 18, 2017, 06:09:55 PM
Debbie, is this venue your "Test Dive"?

LOL... yup   :D
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Dave Pluke on July 18, 2017, 07:22:29 PM
I also appreciate the update, Debbie.

I'm kinda thinking about those for a corporate/otherwise lower volume SOS rig.  Please let us know if you stumble across another screaming deal like that!

Dave
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: David Winners on July 18, 2017, 09:39:19 PM
U R welcome David and Jay.
I thought of a few more things.
Nice to use Powercons as I usually don't get to. Also,  although the pole is not M20 thread and is just a slot in, the pole fits nice and tight so doesn't sway much.
And lastly, .... it was nice to have a smaller ( although similar weight to my PRX) box to move around - good handle placement for lifting - and as the wheels are already installed, just one more thing that makes these subs a darn good buy.

I built Siamese Powercon / Cat 6 cables to daisy chain my iQ10 monitors. I've used them a couple times now and really like the setup. If I end up with an iQ FOH system, I'll build up cables for that too.
Title: Re: Cheap Turbosound IQ18B purchase
Post by: Debbie Dunkley on July 19, 2017, 09:27:37 AM
I also appreciate the update, Debbie.

I'm kinda thinking about those for a corporate/otherwise lower volume SOS rig.  Please let us know if you stumble across another screaming deal like that!

Dave

That was a good deal for sure!!

I've had some good luck with B and C stocks.
A few years ago I ordered a MRX518 from Music 123 scratch and dent for $300 - less than half the price of a new one and when it arrived, there were some dings and one of the internal bracing pieces inside had broken. So I replaced it, did my magic with the dings and marks and that sub looked and performed like new. I know I'm not always going to get this lucky but so far I've done OK.