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Alpine SWS-1222D

12" Dual 2 ohm Type-S Series Car Subwoofer

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Type S 12" dual 2-ohm • 3/4" Santoprene rubber surround • 900 watts Peak power handling • 300 watts RMS power handling • Kevlar-reinforced pup cone with aluminum finish

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Product Highlights


Type S 12" dual 2-ohm • 3/4" Santoprene rubber surround • 900 watts Peak power handling • 300 watts RMS power handling • Kevlar-reinforced pup cone with aluminum finish

Description


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The new Type S 12" model is a huge improvement over the older model! With more power handling, cleaner sound, and even sweeter cosmetics, you'll be sure to get a rush from these subs! Included in this model is a heavy-duty stamped steel frame, brushed aluminum finish, and a 3/4" Santoprene rubber surround.

The new Type-S subs use a Kevlar®-reinforced woofer cone for quicker response and long-term durability. They also incorporate new chrome push speaker terminals for a simple and effective wire connection.

Key Features:
  • Kevlar®-reinforced pulp cone with aluminum finish
  • 3/4" Santoprene rubber surround
  • dual 2-ohm impedance
  • stamped steel basket
  • heavy duty 8ga. push terminals with housing, and banana plug jumpers
  • designed and engineered in the USA
  • frequency response 26-1,000 Hz
  • peak power handling 900 watts
  • RMS power handling 300 watts RMS
  • sensitivity 87 dB
  • top-mount depth 6-10/16"
  • sealed box volume: 0.85-1.5 cubic feet
  • ported box volume: 1.25-2.0 cubic feet

Product history:

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(newest, current model)
Alpine S-W12D2 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Alpine S2-W12D2)
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(previous model, replaced by Alpine S-W12D2)
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(previous model, replaced by Alpine Type-S SWS-12D2)
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(previous model, replaced by Alpine SWS-1223D)

Subwoofer Wiring Guide


Wiring Guide to Wire 1 Alpine SWS-1222D Subwoofer

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 2 Alpine SWS-1222D Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 3 Alpine SWS-1222D Subwoofers

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

4 Channel Amp

Wiring Guide to Wire 4 Alpine SWS-1222D Subwoofers

2 Channel Amp

4 Channel Amp


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Specifications & Details


Subwoofer Specifications
Series
Type-S Series
Subwoofer Size
12"
Peak Power Handling
900 watts
RMS Power Handling
300 watts
Voice Coil(s)
Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
2 ohm
Frequency Response
26 - 1,000 Hz
Sensitivity
87 dB
Woofer Surround
Santoprene Rubber
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
6-10/16"
Cutout Diameter
11"
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Sonic Electronix

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

SWS-1222D

Weight:

17.00lbs

Internal SKU:

sws1222d

Internal Product ID:

2433

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Value
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Features
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Design
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Decent Subwoofer

For the money you pay, its a great sub. I have one in my car and it pounds when it needs to. If you listen to rock its a bit soft but then again its a low budget subwoofer. Quality is great on it.

By Andrew on April 13, 2006

24 found this helpful


Best for the buck

These subs were the best buy for my money i would recommend them to anyone that wants a good product for cheap money

By rob on March 9, 2005

24 found this helpful


very nice subs

Just got these shipping took 4 days was awesome put these subs in a custom box which I had 2 p2s in and these things slam twice as hard as the p2s did. great buy slamming subs

By The System Guy on June 23, 2011

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