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Alpine SWX-1242D

12" Dual 4 ohm Type-X Series Car Subwoofer

4.8

(16 reviews)

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Newer Model: Alpine SWX-1243D
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Specials with this product

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  • carbon fiber/aluminum honeycomb cone
  • high-roll Santoprene rubber surround
  • cast aluminum frame
  • dual 4-ohm voice coils
  • frequency response 23-200 Hz
  • power range 500-1,000 watts RMS (500 watts per coil)
  • peak power handling 3,000 watts
  • sensitivity 83 dB
  • top-mount depth 8-11/16"
  • sealed box volume: 0.65-1.25 cubic feet
  • ported box volume: 1.0-2.0 cubic feet
Product History:
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Subwoofer Specifications
Subwoofer SeriesType-X
Subwoofer Size12"
Peak Power Handling3000 watts
RMS Power Handling1000 watts
Voice Coil(s)Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)4 ohms
Frequency Response23 - 200 Hz
Sensitivity83 dB
Xmax (millimeters)N/A
Subwoofer DesignN/A
Main Cone ColorN/A
Woofer CompositionN/A
Woofer SurroundSantoprene Rubber
Subwoofer GrilleN/A
Re-Cone Kit AvailableN/A
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Recommended Enclosure TypeN/A
Minimum Sealed Box VolumeN/A
Maximum Sealed Box VolumeN/A
Minimum Ported Box VolumeN/A
Maximum Ported Box VolumeN/A
Top-Mount Depth8-11/16"
Cutout Diameter10-7/8"
Shallow Mount InstallationN/A
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderSonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for Alpine SWX-1242D
Average Customer Rating is 4.8 out of 5 stars:
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July 21, 2010 T.B
Review by
Tim from Brownsville, TN
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Great sub! good sound quality and lots of bass
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July 21, 2010 T.B
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Tim from Brownsville, TN
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Great sub! good sound quality and lots of bass
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March 3, 2007 great subwoofer
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keith from lenox, MA
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this subwoofer is one of the best I have heard. My old subs (audiobahns) could not even compete with the sound and looks of the type X. Great sub a little expensive but well worth it.
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March 3, 2007 one of the best subs
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toua from Erie, CO
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i really recommend this sub to anyone who wants hard hitting bass this sub will knock your breath out of you i hit so hard. i had put two of these in my 1996 acura integra and with the trunk block with the back seat it had still knock my breath out and flex my front windsheild best sub ever heard in its price range.
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March 2, 2007 wow
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Benjamin from S. Pasadena , FL
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this just plain rattles my eyeballs, get the right box and amp setup, and you wont be sorry,. well worth the investment
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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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24.6 ft. of 10 AWG Monster Cable 400 Series Speaker Wire24.6 ft. of 10 AWG Monster Cable 400 Series Speaker Wire
For the ultimate connection, Monster uses a MultiTwist™ construction, a Magnetic Flux Tube, and even more cutting edge wire technology.		$50.00
15 ft. of 12 AWG StreetWires Speaker Wire15 ft. of 12 AWG StreetWires Speaker Wire
This SuperCable from StreetWires is a noise free link between your amplifier and your subwoofer.		$19.99
20 ft. of 12 AWG Kicker Speaker Wire20 ft. of 12 AWG Kicker Speaker Wire
Kicker uses twisted pair technology and hyper-flex cable to provide you with the cleanest sound and a simple installation.		$24.49
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 RollerDynamat Rubber Roller
Install your Dynamat with ease! This heavy duty rubber roller is designed specifically to install your Dynamat!		$18.99
Dynamat Extreme Bulk PackDynamat Extreme Bulk Pack
36 ft. Dynamat Xtreme Bulk Pack enhances the sound for your entire car!		$159.99
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)
The original bass booster expander with included remote will enhance the bass of your new system.		$149.99
Maxxsonics MX-3Maxxsonics MX-3
Enhances the bass response, increases linearity, buffers unwanted noise, and improves the frequency range of your subwoofer.		$64.95
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-Fil20 oz. Bag of Poly-Fil
Polyester fiber fiberfill adds better bass to your system.		$5.99
16 oz. Can of Adhesive Spray16 oz. Can of Adhesive Spray
Spray adhesive used for adhering carpet to subwoofer boxes without bubbles.		$5.99
Spring Post Terminal CupSpring Post Terminal Cup
Makes adding a spring post terminal to an enclosure simple! Banana clip ready!		$2.99
Binding Post Terminal CupBinding Post Terminal Cup
Use this to easily install a binding post terminal to your subwoofer enclosure.		$2.99
Banana Clip TerminalsBanana Clip Terminals
These high grade banana clips allow you to plug into your banana clip ready terminal for a secure connection.		$4.99
System Optimization and Tuning
Use these items to assist in testing and tuning your new car audio system to perfection!
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AutoSound 2000 CD-101AutoSound 2000 CD-101
Low frequency test CD		$12.99
AutoSound 2000 CD-102AutoSound 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-103AutoSound 2000 CD-103
Audiophile reference series test disc for evaluation of all audio components.		$12.99

For more information on wiring subwoofers, visit our Subwoofer Wiring Guide: Subwoofer Wiring Guide

Product Summary

Manufacturer: Alpine
Model number: SWX-1242D
Weight: 37.00 lbs
Internal SKU: swx1242d
Internal product ID: 2444

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