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JBL MS-12SD4

12" Dual 4 ohm MS Series Car Subwoofer

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The New Sound of JBL: MS Series Subwoofers

Introducing the JBL MS-12SD4 car subwoofer. This MS series subwoofer from JBL is brand new for 2011 and offers an excellent balance of value and performance. As can be expected with any audio product boasting the JBL name, the MS-12SD4 is dedicated to high performance sound. The subwoofer has been carefully engineered and constructed with the right materials. The face of the subwoofer features a polypropylene cone attached to a laminated polyurethane/fabric surround with adhesive and two sets of stitching. The aluminum basket is light and nonferrous, which dedicates more magnetic power to the motor assembly. The dual voice coils offer greater flexibility and wiring options. This MS series subwoofer is the perfect solution for both sealed and ported boxes. Get higher quality bass with JBL!

  • 12" Dual 4 ohm MS Series Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 1800 watts
    • RMS: 450 watts*
  • Impedance: Dual 4 ohm
  • Polypropylene cone material
  • Laminated polyurethane and fabric surround
  • Vented pole piece
  • Designed for both sealed and vented enclosures
  • Aluminum frame with black epoxy coating
  • 2-1/2" Copper voice coil with Kapton former
  • 56 oz. Barium ferrit magnet structure
  • Silver-plated push terminals
  • Frequency response: 30-400 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 87 dB
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty
Subwoofer Specifications
Subwoofer SeriesMS
Subwoofer Size12"
Peak Power Handling1800 watts
RMS Power Handling405 watts
Voice Coil(s)Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)4 ohms
Voice Coil Diameter2"
Frequency Response30 - 400 Hz
Sensitivity87 dB
Xmax (millimeters)7 mm
Subwoofer DesignRound / Circle
Main Cone ColorBlack
Woofer CompositionPolypropylene
Woofer SurroundPoly Coated Cloth
Magnet StructureSingle Stacked
Subwoofer GrilleNo
Re-Cone Kit AvailableNo
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Recommended Enclosure TypePorted / Vented
Sealed
Minimum Sealed Box Volume0.95 cubic feet
Maximum Sealed Box Volume0.95 cubic feet
Minimum Ported Box Volume1.7 cubic feet
Maximum Ported Box Volume1.7 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth6-3/4"
Cutout Diameter10-15/16"
Shallow Mount InstallationNo
Electromechanical Parameters
Free-Air Resonance (FS)37 Hz
Electrical Resistance of Voice Coil (Re)7.7 ohms
Electrical Q Value (Qes)0.93
Mechanical Q Value (Qms)10.45
Total Speaker Q Value (Qts)0.86
Equivalent Compliance (Vas)47 liters
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
March 18, 2012 Great!!!
Review by
Noel from St. Cloud, FL
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I just bought two of these subs to replace my 10 year old Infinity Reference 12" subs. One of them came unglued from the surround. I was originally just going to get two more of the newer Infinitys but after reading that it was a common problem, I decided to pick up the JBLs to keep it in the Harmon family. Let me start by saying that I have professionally installed car audio for over 5 years. While these are no Gti, they definitely pound. For the price they can't be beat. These are great subs that get low in a very small enclosure. I currently have them in a .85 cubic foot fiberglass enclosure that were originally made for the Infinity subs. They sound so much better than the infinity subs and I haven't had the chance to retune the system to accommodate the new JBLs. Sonic did a great job with the emails and tracking info and the package came in exactly when they said. Overall I am extremely happy with the product and the service. Great job Sonic Electronix. I will definitely be shopping here again.
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March 11, 2012 Awesome Sub - Great Price
Review by
Ben from KY
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Me: 25, professional, college graduate, musician
I listen to a variety of music (not just bass crazy rap or electro.)

JBL has never let me down with any products - from my loudspeaker monitors and surround speakers to my father's huge old school set from the '70's that still sound amazing - JBL is all about precision performance with durability.

I put this speaker in the sealed 1.0cf sonic sub box, running at 2ohms 1000+w rms Kicker DX1000.1. It sounds so good, and it's not even broken in yet! (less than 5hr playing time). It replaced an older Kicker L5 in a huge ported box.

I wasn't happy with the sound from the L5 setup. Sloppy bass with music that had quick beats, and the frequency sweet spot was just overbearing and hard to tune from amp/head unit. I like deep, accurate and punchy bass and this sub has so far delivered more than even my expectations.
Right out of the box I can tell this is a better sounding sub than the Kicker, and it takes up half the space!

The sub isn't flashy with flames, crazy grill design, bright colors or chrome. It's a minimal design that looks clean and unassuming, but I can tell that it is built very well and it can hit LOW and keep up with fast punches in the trunk of my Maxima.

Yes, you might get something that's louder with a 50lb magnet and shake your car to pieces. But you'll probably lose SQ unless you spend 3x the $ or more. I got my sub and box for a great price and I get a grin every time the bass drops. Thanks Sonicelectronix for hooking me up so well with all my purchases!
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Subwoofer Grilles
Protect your subwoofer while making your enclosure look great! These subwoofer grilles are the perfect addition to your new subwoofer.
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12" Universal Subwoofer Grille12" Universal Subwoofer Grille
Protect your subwoofer with this aluminum grille that is simple to install.
$9.99
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 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
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
Main Product
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JBL MS-12SD4JBL MS-12SD4$199.95
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12" MS Series Subwoofer • Dual 2 ohm • 1800W Peak • 450W RMS • Polypropylene Cone • Polyurethane/Fabric Surround • Sealed and Vented Enclosures • Aluminum Frame • 56 oz. Barium Ferrit Magnet

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

Product Summary

Manufacturer: JBL
Model number: MS-12SD4
Product manual: Download the JBL MS-12SD4 Product Manual
UPC: 050036312660
Weight: 14.00 lbs
Internal SKU: ms12sd4
Internal product ID: 39487

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