JBL 2245H Woofer

When you need to move serious air with deep, unshakable bass, the JBL 2245H stands ready. This 18-inch powerhouse isn’t just another woofer—it’s a precision-engineered subwoofer driver built for installations where low-frequency authority can’t be compromised. From cinema bass that rattles your ribs to concert-level sound reinforcement, the 2245H delivers with brute force and remarkable control.

Specifications

Type	18" (460mm) Cone Subwoofer
Voice Coil Diameter	4 inches (100mm)
Magnet	Ferrite (SFG - Symmetrical Field Geometry)
Nominal Impedance	8 Ω
Power Handling	400W continuous
Frequency Response	18 Hz - 1.5 kHz
Sensitivity	94 dB/W/m
Resonant Frequency (Fs)	~18 Hz

Design Features

18-inch Diameter: A cavernous cone area ensures massive air displacement—essential for deep, impactful bass
SFG Magnetic Circuit: JBL’s Symmetrical Field Geometry minimizes distortion and keeps the voice coil centered, even at extreme excursions
Long Excursion: Engineered for extended Xmax, this driver plunges deep without losing control
4-inch Voice Coil: One of the largest in its class, delivering exceptional thermal handling and dynamic headroom
Subwoofer Optimized: Tuned from the ground up for 18–80 Hz operation, it’s not a repurposed woofer—it’s a dedicated sub

Applications

High-output subwoofer systems
Commercial cinema sound installations
Large-venue PA and touring rigs
Discerning home theater enthusiasts chasing reference-level bass

Enclosure Design

JBL’s official enclosure recommendations ensure you get the most from the 2245H’s capabilities. Whether going solo or doubling up, these designs maximize output and extension.

Single Driver Configuration

Application	Subwoofer
Chart Reference	#11
Enclosure Volume	10.0 cubic feet (283 liters)
Tuned Frequency	30 Hz
Internal Dimensions	32.0" H x 26.1" W x 22.6" D
Vent Area	75.4 sq in (6x 4" ducts)
Duct Length	15.2 inches

Dual Driver Configuration

Application	Subwoofer
Chart Reference	#12
Enclosure Volume	20.0 cubic feet (566 liters)
Tuned Frequency	30 Hz
Internal Dimensions	40.2" H x 32.8" W x 28.4" D
Vent Area	150.8 sq in (3x 8" ducts)
Duct Length	12.5 inches

View the complete JBL Professional Enclosure Guide →

Related Drivers

JBL 2241H - 18" professional subwoofer
JBL 2242H - 18" high-power subwoofer
JBL 2235H - 15" woofer for comparison

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Documentation

Lansing Heritage - Comprehensive JBL specifications, photos, and historical documents
HiFi Engine - JBL manuals, service documents, and brochures
Audio Karma JBL Forum - Community discussions and restoration guides