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JL Audio 13TW5-3

13.5" Single 3 ohm Thin-Line TW5 Series Car Subwoofer

  • 4.8

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Redefining the Shallow Mount Subwoofer

If you are in need of a shallow mount subwoofer, then look no further that the JL Audio 13TW5-3. This new and unique thin-line sub is going to give you the most sound out of the smallest space. The DMA-optimized motor system will produce a consistent motor force over a long range of strokes and power levels. U.S. Patented Floating Cone Attach Method (FCAM) aligns the cone and surround without depending on the spider and coil assembly, resulting in an improved pistonic motion. Even with all the advanced technology that JL Audio uses, the best feature is still its mounting depth. The 13TW5-3 only requires 2-1/2" inches of space to mount. You are only 2-1/2" away from the greatest sounding shallow mount subwoofer you have heard.

Product Features:

  • 13-1/2" Single 3 ohm TW5 Thin-Line Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 1200 watts
    • RMS: 600 watts
    • Recommended Power Range: 100-600 watts
  • Impedance: 3 Ohm
  • Mica-filled polypropylene cone
  • Santoprene surround
  • Unique design allows for small airspace requirements
  • Requires only 0.8 cubic feet of airspace
  • Cast alloy basket
  • Frequency response: 20-500 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 85.87 dB
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
JL Audio 13TW5-3 Recommended Power Range
Subwoofer Specifications
Subwoofer Series TW5
Subwoofer Size 13.5"
Peak Power Handling 1200 watts
RMS Power Handling 600 watts
Voice Coil(s) Single
Impedance (Per Voice Coil) 3 ohms
Frequency Response 20 - 200 Hz
Sensitivity 85.87 dB
Xmax (millimeters) 9.7 mm
Subwoofer Design Round / Circle
Main Cone Color Black
Woofer Composition Mica Injected Polypropylene (MIPP)
Woofer Surround Santoprene Rubber
Subwoofer Grille Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Re-Cone Kit Available No
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Recommended Enclosure Type Sealed
Minimum Sealed Box Volume 0.8 cubic feet
Maximum Sealed Box Volume 0.8 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth 2-1/2"
Cutout Diameter 12-1/2"
Shallow Mount Installation Yes
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration 1 year
Labor Warranty Duration 1 year
Warranty Provider Sonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for JL Audio 13TW5-3
Average Customer Rating is 4.8 out of 5 stars:
  • 4.8
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
April 21, 2013 Awesome Sub!!
Review by
Tyler from Elmira, ON, Canada
Overall
  • 4.0
Durability
  • 4.0
Value
  • 4.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
I have had this in my car for almost six months now and I love it as much as the first time I got it hooked up! It takes up next to no space because its so thin and I built a box for it to fit right in my trunk. It pounds out a lot of bass and I'm very impressed. It's very expensive, but I would easily recommend it to anyone willing to spend the money
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November 26, 2012 very good bass
Review by
Juan from Brownsville, TX
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 4.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
recomiendo estos bajos por que son muy delgados y tienen un sonido muy fuerte 144 db en db drag con un amp orion HCCA 275

OCUPAN POCO ESPACIO ES LO MEJOR

usadas en silverado 2003 cabina senciilla



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recommend this shallow because they are very thin and have a very loud 144 db in db drag Orion HCCA amp with a small footprint 275 IS BEST silverado 2003 cabin used in senciilla
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December 3, 2011 JL w5 Crew Cab GMC
Review by
lucas from Frederick, SD
Overall
  • 4.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 4.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 4.0
Well I bought a pair of these subs because of JL's reputation. I have a 05 GMC Crew Cab and really wanted to put them behind the rear seat. I've had boxes on the seat and it uses up too much space and makes a crew cab worthless. and i like to use the space under the seat and its just a mess to build a box for there. I also enjoy listening to my music very loud. I ordered a pair of these and hooked them to a Kenwood 1904D Amp and it pushes the pair pretty good. I have them in one box built to JL specs with a divider and sealed. They are pretty loud. I listen mosty to rock, and a lot of country. The subs aren't quite quick enough for quick pounding rock songs but they dont keep up bad for 13's. I talked to the local stereo shop and they didn't like them. They said when the JL rep came by and showed them in a spec box they werent very impressed. They said themselves they would put them in a much larger ported box and they sound better but that is a waste of the point of putting this thin of a sub in a large box. They were impressed with the sound of them in a spec box in my truck. I myself personally will probably step down to about 10's in a pair or maybe three for my crew cab. Bottom line if u like loud bass and have very little room or where you want to put them is a very thin space these are probably good to get but beware the 13's arent the quickest if your anal about very quick hitting bass.
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August 11, 2011 Very nice
Review by
Marcus from Covington, GA
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
I heard it and it sounds good.
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July 19, 2011 jl
Review by
crf250rider from palermo,ca
Overall
  • 4.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 4.0
Features
  • 4.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
Best sub iv had so far bought it from a buddy of mine but I wanna get a nother one soon to make it dual's. I'd recomend it to anyone.
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Speaker Wire
Choose from our recommended speaker wire to hook up your amplifier to your new subwoofer. The higher quality of speaker wire that it used for this connection, the better your subwoofer will sound.
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15 ft. of 12 AWG StreetWires Speaker Wire 15 ft. of 12 AWG StreetWires Speaker Wire
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Kicker uses twisted pair technology and hyper-flex cable to provide you with the cleanest sound and a simple installation.
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Sound Dampening Material
Get the most sound out of your new subwoofer with some high quality sound dampening material. It will keep the road noise out and the music inside the car.
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Dynamat Rubber Roller Dynamat Rubber Roller
Install your Dynamat with ease! This heavy duty rubber roller is designed specifically to install your Dynamat!
$18.99
Dynamat Extreme Bulk Pack Dynamat Extreme Bulk Pack
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Bass Reconstruction Processors
These sound processors are perfect for enhancing the lower frequencies of a car audio system. After some installation and tuning, your new system will sound better than ever!
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The Epicenter by AudioControl (Gray) The Epicenter by AudioControl (Gray)
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$159.99
Enclosure Accessories
These accessories are designed to help you build the custom enclosure that you have always wanted, or add to the box that you already bought. Either way, these products can assist you in achieving better sound, better looks, and more bass!
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20 oz. Bag of Poly-Fil 20 oz. Bag of Poly-Fil
Polyester fiber fiberfill adds better bass to your system.
$5.99
16 oz. Can of Adhesive Spray 16 oz. Can of Adhesive Spray
Spray adhesive used for adhering carpet to subwoofer boxes without bubbles.
$5.99
Binding Post Terminal Cup Binding Post Terminal Cup
Use this to easily install a binding post terminal to your subwoofer enclosure.
$4.99
Banana Clip Terminals Banana Clip Terminals
These high grade banana clips allow you to plug into your banana clip ready terminal for a secure connection.
$4.99
Installation, Tools & Accessories
Don't forget to get the tools and accessories that will help you install your new subwoofer in your vehicle. Whether you opt for the professional installation card or the do-it-yourself method, you will need the following to help you out!
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Car Stereo and Speaker / Subwoofer Installation Tool Kit Car Stereo and Speaker / Subwoofer Installation Tool Kit
Includes Test Light, Crimp/Splice Tool, Multi-bit Screwdriver and more.
$14.99
System Optimization and Tuning
Use these items to assist in testing and tuning your new car audio system to perfection!
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Scosche SPL Meter Scosche SPL Meter
Monitor the noise level of your new car audio system with this SPL meter measuring from 60-135 dB.
$24.99
AutoSound 2000 CD-101 AutoSound 2000 CD-101
Low frequency test CD
$12.99
AutoSound 2000 CD-102 AutoSound 2000 CD-102
High frequency test CD specifically designed for the set-up and evaluation of sound system imaging and placement.
$12.99
AutoSound 2000 CD-103 AutoSound 2000 CD-103
Audiophile reference series test disc for evaluation of all audio components.
$12.99

Product Summary

Manufacturer: JL Audio
Model number: 13TW5-3
UPC: 699440921817
Weight: 21.00 lbs
Internal SKU: 13tw5
Internal product ID: 15350