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Automotive Subwoofer Drivers

Automotive Subwoofer Driver Collection

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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  • Kicker 48CWR12 : 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC Kicker 48CWR12 : 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC, right side.

    Kicker 48CWR12 : 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC

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    12-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm DVC The 48CWR12 12" subwoofer is available in a 2Ω or 4Ω dual voice coil design, making it easy to get the most out of your amp. An advanced suspension and heat management system helps to keep the bass powerful, deep and consistent – all without a hint of distortion. KICKER developed Forced Air Cooling to helps their subs run 25% cooler.The Kicker 48CWR122 and 48CWR124 12" subs work best with a sealed or ported enclosure and 500 watts of recommended power. Specifications SIZE [in, cm]: 12, 30 IMPEDANCE [Ohms]: 2 or 4 DVC Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS) 500 Peak Power (watts, per ANSI/CTA-2031-A) 1000 SENSITIVITY [dB 1w/1m]: 86.9 MOUNTING DEPTH [in, cm]: 5 3/4, 14.6 MOUNTING DIAMETER [in, cm]: 11, 27.9 MIN SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.0, 28.3 MAX SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.0, 56.64 MIN VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.75, 49.6 MAX VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.25, 63.7 Kicker CompR Subwoofer Manual

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    $169.99

  • Kicker 48CWRT12 : 500W 12" Thin Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil Kicker 48CWRT12 : 500W 12" Thin Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil, right side.

    Kicker 48CWRT12 : 500W 12" Thin Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil

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    12-Inch 500-Watt Thin Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm DVC The CompRT 12-inch subwoofer is an all-weather thin bassb driver with a pair of 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm voice coils. With a mounting depth under four inches and plenty of power handling, this go-anywhere sub is as flexible as it is powerful. A UV-resistant cone and surround help make the CompRT sound great wherever the road (or trail) takes you. An advanced suspension and heat management system helps to keep the bass powerful, deep and consistent. To make Kicker subs even more reliable, their engineers developed Forced-Air Cooling™ to help these thin subs run 20 percent cooler than before. Kicker signature red double stitching makes an outstanding bond between the improved Santoprene surround and polypropylene woofer cone. Revolutionary SoloKon™ technology joins the cone to the vented back brace, creating a single integrated unit that both cools the motor and eliminates distortion.The CompRT 12-Inch 48CWRT122 and 48CWRT124 subwoofers work best with a sealed or ported enclosure and 500 watts of recommended power. Specifications SIZE [in, cm]: 12, 30 IMPEDANCE [Ohms]: 2 or 4 DVC Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS) 500 Peak Power (watts, per ANSI/CTA-2031-A) 1000 SENSITIVITY [dB 1w/1m]: 85.5 MOUNTING DEPTH [in, cm]: 3 3/4,9.6 MOUNTING DIAMETER [in, cm]: 11, 27.9 MIN SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 0.55, 15.57 MAX SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.0, 56.64 MIN VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.75, 49.6 MAX VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.25, 63.7 Kicker CompRT Subwoofer Manual

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    $229.99

  • Kicker 43CVR15 : 15-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver Kicker 43CVR15 : 15-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, side view.

    Kicker 43CVR15 : 500W 15" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil

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    15-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm DVC This 43CVR 15" subwoofer by Kicker uses an advanced heat dispersion system with perimeter venting to allow air to circulate while the Kicker proprietary UniPlate™ system redirects even more heat away from the motor.  The chassis of this 15-Inch sub holds a pair of high-temp voice coils that move an injection molded woofer. The CompVR 15" subwoofer is available in a 2Ω or 4Ω dual voice coil design. The Kicker 43CVR152 and 43CVR154 15" subs works best with a sealed or ported enclosure and 500 watts of recommended power. See below for more details. Specifications SIZE [in, cm]: 15, 38 IMPEDANCE [Ohms]: 2 or 4 DVC Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS) 500 Peak Power (watts, per ANSI/CTA-2031-A) 1000 SENSITIVITY [dB 1w/1m]: 89.2 MOUNTING DEPTH [in, cm]: 8 3/16, 20.7 MOUNTING DIAMETER [in, cm]: 13 11/16, 34.7 MIN SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.8, 51 MAX SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 5.2, 147 MIN VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 3, 85 MAX VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 5, 142 Kicker CompVR Subwoofer Manual

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    $249.99

  • Sale -$55.00Last One! 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC : Kicker 43CWR12 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC : Kicker 43CWR12, rear view.

    Kicker 43CWR12 : 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 4Ω DVC - Discontinued

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    12-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 4-Ohm DVC The 43CWR12 12" subwoofer by Kicker has an advanced suspension system that includes a ribbed polypropylene surround and a large-diameter spider for linear movement, and a distortion-free sound. Bigger magnets, a thicker cone and an improved suspension system help make this 12-Inch 500W CompR sub to be a workhorse of a driver.The Kicker 43CWR124 12" sub work best with a sealed or ported enclosure and 500 watts of recommended power. Specifications SIZE [in, cm]: 12, 30 IMPEDANCE [Ohms]: 4 DVC Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS) 500 Peak Power (watts, per ANSI/CTA-2031-A) 1000 SENSITIVITY [dB 1w/1m]: 86.9 MOUNTING DEPTH [in, cm]: 5 3/4, 14.6 MOUNTING DIAMETER [in, cm]: 11, 27.9 MIN SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.0, 28.3 MAX SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.0, 56.64 MIN VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.75, 49.6 MAX VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.25, 63.7 Kicker CompR Subwoofer Manual

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  • 10" Thin 500W RMS Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC : Kicker 46L7T10, top view. 10" Thin 500W RMS Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC : Kicker 46L7T10, top side view.

    Kicker 46L7T10 : 500W 10" Thin Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω DVC

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    10-Inch Thin Subwoofer Driver, 500-Watt RMS, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm Dual-Voice-Coil The Kicker Solo-Baric® L7T square subwoofer delivers more bass than a round driver, giving you up to 20% more cone area than a round sub while fitting where only a thin driver will do. Match any L7T thin sub with a KX-Series mono amplifier for an outstanding combination of power and size. Uses a sealed or ported enclosure Square sub design moves 20% more air than round subwoofers Easily mounts under or behind a deat Dual voice coil design Ribbed santoprene surround resists heat And degrading Bumped top plate for more excursion & smoother performance SoloKon™ cone with 360-degree back bracing UniPlate™ solid pole pPiece & backplate for excellent heat dissipation Durable steel basket Specifications Size (IN.,CM) 10, 25 Impedance (OHMS) 2 or 4 DVC Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS) 500 Peak Power (watts, per ANSI/CTA-2031-A) 1000 Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m) 85.98 Frequency Response (Hz) 25-100 Mounting Depth (IN.,CM) 3-3/4, 9.5 Mounting Cutout, Square (IN.,CM) 9-5/16, 23.7 Min Rec Sealed Box Volume (CU. FT., Liters) .4, 11.3 Max Rec Sealed Box Volume (CU. FT., Liters) 1.25, 28.3 Min Rec Vented Box Volume (CU. Ft., Liters)** 1.25, 35.4 Max Rec Vented Box Volume (CU. Ft., Liters)** 1.75, 49.6 Kicker L7T Subwoofer Manual

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    $249.99

  • 500W 10" Square Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil : Kicker 45L7R10 500W 10" Square Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil : Kicker 45L7R10 side view.

    Kicker 45L7R10 : 500W 10" Square Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Dual Voice Coil

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    10-Inch 500-Watt Square Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm DVC This L7 series 10" square woofer by Kicker hosts a heavy-duty motor structure that includes a large-diameter spider for less flex, longer life and superior accuracy. On board the chassis of this 500W driver you will find dual high-temp voice coils, an injection-molded polypropylene cone, SoloKon™ 360-degree back bracing, ribbed santoprene surround with blue stitching and a UniPlate™ back plate and pole piece, plus perimeter venting for thermal heat management. The Kicker 45L7R102 and 45L7R104 square subwoofers are rated for 500W of RMS amplified power. Specifications SIZE [in, cm]: 10, 25 IMPEDANCE [Ohms]: 2 or 4 DVC Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS) 500 Peak Power (watts, per ANSI/CTA-2031-A) 1000 SENSITIVITY [dB 1w/1m]: 85.9 MOUNTING DEPTH [in, cm]: 6 1/8, 15.7 MOUNTING DIAMETER [in, cm]: 9 5/16, 23.7 MIN SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: .66, 18.7 MAX SEALED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1, 28.3 MIN VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 1.25, 35.4 MAX VENTED BOX VOL [cu. ft, L]: 2.25, 63.7 Kicker L7R Subwoofer Manual

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    $219.99

  • JL Audio 15W0v3 : 15-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 4-Ohm SVC JL Audio 15W0v3 : 15-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 4-Ohm SVC, side view.

    JL Audio 15W0v3 : 500W 15" Subwoofer Driver, 4Ω Single Voice Coil

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    W0-Series 15-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 4-Ohm SVC The JL Audio 15" W0v3 automotive subwoofer driver offers excellent excursion capability and linearity in a 500W price point. This 15-Inch sub features a very beefy 2.5 in. diameter voice coil and JL's patented Elevated Frame Cooling design for enhanced power handling and reliability. The 15W0v3-4 is best used with an amplifier in the 150-Watt - 500-Watt range and is optimized to operate in a moderately sized 1.875 cu. ft. (53.1 l) sealed enclosure, or a 2.75 cu. ft. (77.88 l) ported enclosure. General Specifications Continuous Power Handling 500W RMS Recommended Amplifier Power 150W - 500W RMS Nominal Impedance 4Ω JL Audio 15W0v3 Manual

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    $299.99

  • JL Audio 12W3v3 : 12-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm Single Voice Coil JL Audio 12W3v3 : 12-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm Single Voice Coil, rear side view.

    JL Audio 12W3v3 : 500W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Single Voice Coil

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    W3-Series 12-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm Single Voice Coil This 12-inch W3v3 subwoofer driver by JL Audio delivers world-class sound quality in a 500W RMS power package.  The JL Audio 12W3v3-2 and 12W3v3-4 automotive subs are best used with an amplifier in the 150-Watt - 500-Watt RMS range and are optimized to operate in a compact 1.25 cu. ft. (35.4 l) sealed enclosure, or a 1.75 cu. ft. (49.6 l) ported enclosure. General Specifications Continuous Power Handling (RMS) 500 W Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS) 150 - 500 W Nominal Impedance (Znom) 2 Ω JL Audio 12W3v3 Manual

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    $379.99

  • JL Audio 10W3v3 : 10-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm SVC, front side view. JL Audio 10W3v3 : 10-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm SVC

    JL Audio 10W3v3 : 500W 10" Subwoofer Driver, 2Ω or 4Ω Single Voice Coil

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    W3-Series 10-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 2-Ohm or 4-Ohm SVC The JL Audio 10W3v3 subwoofer driver has excellent power handling, reasonable enclosure requirements, and a long excursion for its chassis to deliver excellent bass reproduction in 500W RMS power applications. JL Audio technologies and proprietary assembly designs in the 10W3v3-2 and 10W3v3-4 subwoofers enhance linearity and reliable performance results. The JL Audio 10W3v3 is best used with an amplifier in the 150W - 500W RMS range and is optimized to operate in a compact 0.625 cu. ft. (17.7  l) sealed enclosure, or a 1.25 cu. ft. (35.4 l) ported enclosure. General Specifications Continuous Power Handling 500W RMS Recommended Amplifier Power 150- 500W RMS Nominal Impedance 2Ω JL Audio 10W3v3 Manual

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    $359.99

  • JL Audio 8W7AE-3 : 500W 8" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω Single Voice Coil JL Audio 8W7AE-3 : 500W 8" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω Single Voice Coil, top side.

    JL Audio 8W7AE : 500W 8" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω Single Voice Coil

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    W7-Series 8-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 3-Ohm SVC This subwoofer driver has been called the "best damn 8-inch subwoofer ever made" for its remarkable performance capabilities and design attributes. An impressive linear excursion envelope that exceeds 0.75 in. (19 mm) one-way allows it to deliver impact well beyond the range of other 8-inch subwoofer drivers. The 8W7AE is best used with amplifier power in the 200W - 500W range and is optimized to operate in a 0.875 cu. ft. (24.8 l) sealed enclosure, or a 1.0 cu. ft. ported enclosure. Detailed enclosure recommendations can be found in the "Specifications" tab. W7AE (Anniversary Edition) Subwoofers celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the launch of the W7 subwoofers. Functionally, they are identical to the original W7's, but are they distinguished by the following cosmetic differences: Satin-Black Powdercoated Baskets Bright Anodized Surround Clamp Ring Anniversary Edition Cone Badge Anniversary Edition Terminal Label General Specifications Continuous Power Handling (RMS) 500 W Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS) 200 - 500 W Nominal Impedance (Znom) 3 Ω JL Audio 8W7AE Manual

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    $699.99

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