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Automotive Passive Subwoofer Enclosures

Automotive Passive Subwoofer Enclosure Collection

Loaded subwoofer enclosures come in Passive or Active styles. Passive enclosures, or boxes, require an additional amplifier to produce sound while Active enclosures have amplifiers built into them and are self contained all-in-one systems.

Subwoofer drivers, also know as subs, are specific only to the lowest frequencies of the sound spectrum, and are the largest drivers in any car stereo. They are generally found in sizes of 8″ – 12″ diameters. Subs move massive amounts of air creating large pressure waves. These large pressure waves give that bottom end punch you expect from your kick drum, the undeniable funk of a bass guitar and the earthshaking bump of a house beat. 

The frequency range of a subwoofer generally covers the first 2 octaves of the sound spectrum, also known as the lows. Subwoofers require their own mounting structure called a sub box. Sub boxes are built to create negative pressure on the sub to help move their large diameter cones back and forth for accurate reproduction of low end frequencies. Custom subwoofer boxes are built to meet certain cubic air space specifications of sub drivers and are sometimes custom built to fit under seats or other hidden areas to maximize the use of space in the vehicle. JL Audio’s Stealthbox's are custom designed to fit many vehicles while minimizing the footprint needed to be installed in your car.

RMS vs. MAX power: The RMS rating of any speaker driver is the continuous power rating that the speaker is designed to withstand at a maximum continued volume rating. The RMS rating is the only number to go by when pairing your speakers with an amplifier. As an example a speaker with a 100Watt, or 100W for short, RMS rating and a 300-Watt Max rating is ultimately a 100 Watt speaker. The Max rating is the temporary spikes in voltage that the speaker can handle. A 100-Watt RMS / 300-Watt Max speaker is going to outperform a 100W RMS / 250W Max speaker at higher volumes, but may not be the more detailed reference speaker.

Ohms: The Ohm rating, or resistance rating, of a speaker is an essential part of a well balanced car stereo system. Many JBL factory speaker systems have 2ohm drivers. Most aftermarket speakers are 4ohm drivers. Replacing these types of factory speakers may require a wiring bypass of the factory amplifier.

Driver resistance ratings are essential when pairing subwoofer and speaker drivers with amplifiers. An amplifier that is 750W @ 2ohms might only generally be 500W or less @ 4ohms. When purchasing a subwoofer driver the correct pairing of a subwoofer’s RMS wattage and Ohm ratings with an amplifier’s output power rating is absolutely essential.

Frequency Response: Frequencies are measured in Hertz or Hz for short. The frequency response of speaker drivers will generally fall between 20Hz and 22kHz. At 20Hz the sound spectrum begins. Every time you double your frequency you move up one octave in scale. 20-Hertz to 40-Hertz covers the first Octave, 40Hz to 80Hz covers the next octave and so on. Subwoofer drivers are generally tuned to crossover at 80 Hertz. This can depend on the subwoofer type and the type of music you listen to.

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  • JL Audio CP208LG-W3v3 : Dual 8" Subwoofer Enclosure - 500W RMS 2Ω Ported JL Audio CP208LG-W3v3 : Dual 8" Subwoofer Enclosure - 500W RMS 2Ω Ported, side view.

    JL Audio CP208LG-W3v3 : Dual 8" Subwoofer Enclosure, 500W RMS 2Ω Ported

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    MicroSub-Series 8" Enclosed Dual 8-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer System, 2Ω Ported Enclosure This incredible MicroSub™ subwoofer system delivers the kind of output and extension that is normally possible with only much larger systems. The key to its performance lies in the precise tuning of its dual 8W3v3 subwoofer drivers, each in separate airspace, with an efficient slot-ported design. Extensive interior bracing permits the use of thinner wall material that maximizes the enclosure's internal volume relative to its exterior volume. The port for each driver wraps around two walls of the enclosure to produce the necessary low tuning frequency that ensures excellent extension and response smoothness. The two flared port entries/exits, one on each end of the enclosure, further enhance sound quality by minimizing air-flow noises through these ports. This subwoofer system is shipped wired, loaded and ready to connect via a five-way binding post terminal. Finish: Black, high-grade automotive carpet with silver "JL AUDIO" embroidery on front baffle. Steel mesh grilles are included to protect the subwoofer drivers. Construction: CNC-Cut High-Grade MDF Recommended amplifier power: 200 - 500WNominal Impedance: 2 Ω General Specifications Continuous Power Handling (RMS) 500 W System Nominal Impedance 2 Ω Enclosure Type Slot-ported, Low-profile Finish Black carpet Grille Included Black Steel Mesh Physical Specifications Net Weight 32.2 lb / 14.61 kg External Width (W) 35.5 in / 902 mm External Height (H) 11.0 in / 279 mm External Depth (D1) 5.125 in / 130 mm JL Audio CP208LG-W3v3 Brochure

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    $729.99

  • JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3 : 8" Subwoofer Enclosure - 250W RMS 4Ω Ported JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3 : 8" Subwoofer Enclosure - 250W RMS 4Ω Ported

    JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3 : 8" Subwoofer Enclosure, 250W RMS 4Ω Ported

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    MicroSub-Series 8-Inch 250-Watt Enclosed Subwoofer System, 4Ω Ported Enclosure  This incredible MicroSub™ subwoofer system delivers the kind of output and extension that is normally possible with only much larger systems. The key to its performance lies in the precise tuning of its 8W3v3 subwoofer driver into an efficient slot-ported design. Extensive interior bracing permits the use of thinner wall material that maximizes the enclosure's internal volume relative to its exterior volume. The port wraps around two walls of the enclosure to produce the necessary low tuning frequency that ensures excellent extension and response smoothness. The flared port entry and exit further enhance sound quality by minimizing air-flow noises through the port. This subwoofer system is shipped wired, loaded and ready to connect via a five-way binding post terminal. Finish: Black, high-grade automotive carpet with silver "JL AUDIO" embroidery on front baffle. A steel mesh grille is included to protect the subwoofer driver. Construction: CNC-Cut High-Grade MDF Recommended amplifier power: 100 - 250WNominal Impedance: 4 Ω General Specifications Continuous Power Handling (RMS) 250 W System Nominal Impedance 4 Ω Enclosure Type Slot-ported, Low-profile Finish Black carpet Grille Included Black Steel Mesh Physical Specifications External Width (W) 18.625 in / 473 mm External Height (H) 11.0 in / 279 mm External Depth (D1) 5.125 in / 130 mm Net Weight 17.40 lb / 7.89 kg JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3 Brochure

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    $399.99

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