Drake Marine designs, supplies and installs marine audio and AV systems in Thailand — from a pair of cockpit speakers to full multi-zone yacht entertainment with JL Audio marine speakers and subwoofers, multiroom streaming and proper AC amplification.
The mistake most installs make
Marine-grade exterior subwoofers — including the premium ranges like JL Audio — are passive drivers: they have no built-in amplifier and must be driven by a real amplifier channel. Domestic subwoofers are usually active (self-powered), which is why so many otherwise good yacht installs end up with a silent cockpit sub. On larger boats the answer isn’t a big DC amplifier eating your house bank — it’s a compact 230 V AC multi-channel amplifier with the amplified channels passive subs demand.
What we supply and fit
- JL Audio marine — cockpit and deck speakers, tower systems and passive marine subwoofers built to survive sun, salt and spray.
- Amplification — slim 230 V AC multi-channel amplifiers sized to your zones, driving interior and exterior speakers and passive subs from one unit.
- Streaming and multiroom — saloon and cabin multiroom audio integrated with the helm and cockpit zones.
- Design and installation — source units, zoning, wiring runs and power budgets planned as one job, installed in Thailand.
Browse AV & Networking for the current range, or tell us about your boat: hello@drakemarine.com.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my marine subwoofer need an amplifier?
Exterior marine subwoofers are passive — they need a dedicated amplifier channel. Without one they simply don’t play.
AC or DC amplifier on a big boat?
On vessels with 230 V AC power, an AC amplifier avoids heavy DC current draw, thick cable runs and heat in hidden lockers.
Do you install as well as supply?
Yes — we design and install complete systems across Thailand.