Cinema Singe 18" 4 Ω Subwoofer - Fly able
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- Full Cinema manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 3181F
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JBL Cinema 3181F 18" 4 Ω Subwoofer – Flyable
The JBL Cinema 3181F is a purpose-built subwoofer engineered for professional recording and mixing environments where compact footprint and mounting flexibility are essential. Its shallow 14.97-inch enclosure depth allows seamless integration into home studios and control rooms without sacrificing the low-frequency impact demanded by Dolby Atmos and DTS:X mixes. Built-in rigging points and top-mounted connectors streamline both placement and cable management in acoustically optimized spaces.
Power & Frequency Response
Rated at 650 watts of amplified output, this subwoofer delivers authoritative bass extension across the spectral demands of modern mix engineering. The 18-inch driver and 4 Ω impedance configuration provide the acoustic foundation required for immersive soundtrack production and accurate low-frequency reproduction in session work.
Studio Placement & Workflow
Engineered for both floor placement and flying applications, the 3181F features integrated rigging points that eliminate external hardware and reduce studio footprint. Top-positioned connectors keep cables routed cleanly and organized, critical for professional control rooms and mix spaces where clean signal paths and acoustic clarity drive the quality of your recordings.
Key Features
- 18-inch driver
- 650-watt amplified output
- 4 Ω impedance
- 14.97-inch (355 mm) shallow enclosure depth
- Built-in rigging points for fly mounting
- Top-mounted connectors for clean cable routing
- Dolby Atmos compatible
- DTS:X compatible
- Professional cinema-grade construction
- Compact profile for architectural integration
The Cinema 3181F combines JBL's cinema-specific engineering with practical studio flexibility, making it a serious choice for producers and engineers requiring accurate low-frequency monitoring without compromising room acoustics or studio workflow.
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At a Glance
The JBL Cinema 3181F is a professional cinema subwoofer engineered for transparent, extended low-frequency tracking in immersive theatrical and commercial mixes. Its 18-inch driver and 650-watt amplified output provide the acoustic foundation for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X production workflows, while the shallow 14.97-inch enclosure depth fits studio monitoring setups with spatial constraints. Choose it if your mixing and mastering work demands cinema-spec bass response and you need a sub that won't dominate the room visually.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ live performance
- ✓ cinema/theater sound
- ✓ installed sound systems
Not the best pick for
- – home recording
- – practice
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 4 Ω impedance rating mean, and how does it affect setup?
The 4 Ω impedance configuration is part of the subwoofer's design to deliver its rated 650-watt amplified output efficiently. It's built into the unit and requires no special configuration on your end—the internal amplifier handles the impedance load. This specification supports the cinema-grade power and headroom the sub is engineered to deliver.
Can this subwoofer actually be flown, or is that just a feature?
Yes, the 3181F is purpose-designed for flying applications and includes integrated rigging points that eliminate external hardware visibility. It's engineered for both ground placement and aerial mounting in theatrical and commercial venues, making it genuinely flexible for installed sound systems.
How shallow is the enclosure, and why does that matter?
The enclosure is 14.97 inches deep—significantly shallower than conventional subwoofers—allowing integration into tight architectural spaces without sacrificing low-frequency impact. This compact profile is critical for theater, cinema, and commercial installations where space behind walls or in confined areas is limited.
Is this subwoofer compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X mixing?
Yes, the 3181F is Dolby Atmos and DTS:X compatible, engineered to handle the full spectral demands of immersive theatrical soundtrack reproduction and low-frequency effects in professional sound design.
What are the top-mounted connectors for, and do they affect cable routing?
The top-positioned connectors allow clean cable routing away from sight lines—a key feature for venues and installations where aesthetics matter as much as performance. This design choice streamlines both installation and concealment in professional environments.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $58 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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