More Wiring Options with Dual 6 ohm Sound Q Subwoofers
Sometimes 1, or 2 subwoofers just isn't enough and some of us decide to go with 3 subwoofers. The problem that we come up against is the final impedance and finding an amplifier to meet that impedance. Audiobahn's Dual 6 ohm configuration allows for 3 Sound Q woofers to be wired to a final impedance of 1 ohm or 4 ohms. This makes matching an amplifier must easier and convenient. One of the most interesting features is the use of multi-connect Lug Lock terminals. These terminals will allow for each terminal to have a single connection instead of the traditional combination of multiple wire into one terminal. This will improve installation ease when looking to install more than one subwoofer. This also allows for a cleaner install and decreases the chances of wires crossing and picking up unneeded signal. The Audiobahn ALUM12N is rated at 1000 watts RMS and features a spun aluminum woofer cone and EPDM rubber surround for increase excursion, stability and improved tighter, accurate response. If you are ready to experience some good sound quality then look no further than the Sound Q series from Audiobahn.
- 12" Sound Q Series Subwoofer
- Power Handling:
- Peak: 2000 watts
- RMS: 1000 watts
- Impedance: Dual 6 ohm
- Spun aluminum 1-piece cone offers stability and a tight accurate response
- PHAT 1.75" EPDM rubber surround for enhanced excursion
- Extended pole piece provides a more linear magnetic field
- Vented oversized back plate allows more excursion without bottoming out
- Flat spider design provides symmetrical control of the voice coil through its cone excursion
- Black anodized aluminum voice coil former for highly efficient thermal transfer
- Multi-connect lug lock terminals
- 120 oz. Double stacked strontium magnets
- 4-Layer edge wound voice coil
- Frequency Response: 18–500 Hz
- Efficiency: 97 dB
- 3 Ohm or 12 Ohm Operation
- Mounting Depth: 5-5/8"
- Cutout Hole: 11-1/8"
- Mounting Diameter: 12-3/4"
- 1-year Manufacturer's warranty
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(previous model, replaced by Audiobahn ALUM12N)
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Chad from Maricopa, AZ
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I was a little leery of this sub due to half the reviews being poor... I have owned Audiobahn AW121T subs in the past and loved them, also a speaker to receive mixed reviews. Let me put it to rest once and for all... these speakers ROCK.
Bare in mind, this is not the case if you:
A> Under power them... RMS ratings are not light hearted suggestions, +/- 20% of the RMS wattage at the MOST is acceptable. Under-powering speakers is worse than overpowering them! I have a rated ~1000w rms in a 1.2cf box with poly fill and it's not even strained (and this is during BREAK-IN).
B> Don't break them in... breaking these subs in is definitely not optional.
C> Wire them wrong... this can wire down to a 1.5ohm load if you have 2 of them, if you're not running a class D amp, you'll have some issues.
As I mentioned I am running this sub in a sealed box and my goodness, the clarity is top notch. It's punchy, smooth, clear, and it still hits very low. Without a doubt the best value on the market today.
With less than 25% bass boost from my amplifier, I hit 122dB without trying too hard. That's with ONE of these little monsters. Don't let the price fool you, this is a top notch product. It looks great to boot! Picture do it no justice. Buy one and see for yourself!
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i bought 2 of these and wired them up in 6 ohms on a Kenwood class d 1000watt amp an i have the amp turned all the way up. WOOW... thats all i have to say. the sound is sooo clear. no distortion at all. and when it hits the lows its soo loud, the skin literally shakes on your arms. I built my own custom slot ported enclosure tuned at 40hz with 5 cubic inches internal. these bad boys have even out beaten my friends jl w7. Ive had them for about months now and still no problems at all. greeaatt product.
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The subs are great. But they should come in a better style or design color.
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I have three Audiobahn ALUM12's wired in parallel operating at 1 ohm coupled to a 3000 watt class D amplifier. I have not had any problem with the subwoofers, in fact they seem to laugh at the meager power supply. I had to buy the Audiobahn after melting the voice coils in the Boss Chaos extreme subwoofer with there 1500 watt rating (ha) didn't even last a minute.
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I love these subs. when i first got them they sounded ok. Then i put them on a really nice amp (alphasonik) with lots of power and they were really thug! I have a new amp in the mail and cant wait to hook them up.
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