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Subwoofer Drivers

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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  • JL Audio 12W7AE : 12" 1000W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω, front side view. JL Audio 12W7AE : 12" 1000W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω

    JL Audio 12W7AE : 12" 1000W 12" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω

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    W7-Series 12-Inch 1000-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 3-Ohm SVC The JL Audio 12" W7AE audiophile reference subwoofer driver delivers the ultimate performance by combining long-excursion W7 driver design with a large 12-inch bore. It has been called "addictive," "seductive" and "the new subwoofer reference", with limitless dynamics and exceptional balance and world-class sound quality. This 12W7AE automotive reference sub is best used with an amplifier in the 400-Watt - 1000-Watt range and is optimized to operate in a 1.375 cu. ft. (38.9 l) sealed enclosure, or a 1.75 cu. ft. (49.6 l) ported enclosure. The JL Audio 12W7AE-3 (Anniversary Edition) subwoofer 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) 1000 W Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS) 400 - 1000 W Nominal Impedance (Znom) 3 Ω JL Audio 12W7AE Manual

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    $1,399.99

  • JL Audio 10W7AE : 10-Inch 750-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 3-Ohm SVC, 10th Anniversary Edition JL Audio 10W7AE : 10-Inch 750-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 3-Ohm SVC, 10th Anniversary Edition, side view.

    JL Audio 10W7AE : 750W 10" Subwoofer Driver, 3Ω Single Voice Coil

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    W7-Series 10-Inch 750-Watt Subwoofer Driver, 3-Ohm SVC The audiophile 10W7AE subwoofer driver delivers amazing excursion capability while maintaining undeniable tracking accuracy under power in the low end sound spectrum. This 10" W7AE sub is best used with an amplifier in the 300W - 750W RMS range and is optimized to operate in a 1.25 cu. ft. (35.4 l) sealed enclosure, or a 1.5 cu. ft. (42.5 l) ported enclosure. The JL Audio 10W7AE-3 Anniversary Edition subwoofer driver is the 10th Anniversary of the launch of the JL W7 subwoofers. They are identical to the original W7's drivers but they are 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 750W RMS Recommended Amplifier Power 300W - 750W RMS Nominal Impedance 3Ω JL Audio 10W7AE Manual

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    $999.99

  • 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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