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Single 8 ohm 12" W3v3 Subwoofer 12W3v3

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12" Single 8 Ohm W3v3 Series Subwoofer • 1000W Max • 500W RMS • DMA (Dynamic Motor Analysis) modeling to deliver unsurpassed dynamic stability • DMA-optimized, long linear excursion • Mineral-filled polypropylene upper cone

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12" Single 8 Ohm W3v3 Series Subwoofer • 1000W Max • 500W RMS • DMA (Dynamic Motor Analysis) modeling to deliver unsurpassed dynamic stability • DMA-optimized, long linear excursion • Mineral-filled polypropylene upper cone

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  • 12" Single 8 Ohm W3v3 Series Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 1000 watts
    • RMS: 500 watts
  • Impedance: Single 8 ohm
  • DMA-optimized, long linear excursion capability to virtually eliminate distortion and increase sound output
  • Perform outstanding in compact sealed or ported enclosures
  • DMA (Dynamic Motor Analysis) modeling to deliver unsurpassed dynamic stability and low-distortion operation within intended power range
  • Mineral-filled polypropylene upper cone with a metallic JL Audio medallion logo gives the W3's a whole new, classy and sophisticated look
  • Sensitivity: 87 dB
  • Free Air Resonance (Fs): 28.28 Hz
  • Electrical "Q" (Qes): 0.553
  • Mechanical "Q" (Qms): 6.936
  • Total Speaker "Q" (Qts): 0.512
  • Equivalent Compliance (Vas): 2.729 cu. ft (not recommended box size)
  • Xmax Linear Excursion: 0.510 in. / 13.0 mm
  • Driver Displacement: 0.071 cu. ft.
  • Net weight: 14.50 lbs.
  • Black Steel-Mesh Grille Insert Available: JL Audio SGRU-12
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Subwoofer Wiring Guide


Wiring Guide to Wire 1 JL Audio 12W3v3-8 Subwoofer

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 2 JL Audio 12W3v3-8 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 3 JL Audio 12W3v3-8 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

Wiring Guide to Wire 4 JL Audio 12W3v3-8 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Specifications & Details


Subwoofer Specifications
Subwoofer Size
12"
Peak Power Handling
1000 watts
RMS Power Handling
500 watts
Voice Coil(s)
Single
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
8 ohms
Sensitivity
87 dB
Xmax (millimeters)
13 mm
Subwoofer Design
Round / Circle
Main Cone Color
Black
Woofer Composition
Mineral-Filled Polypropylene
Woofer Surround
Nitrile Butadiene Rubber NBR
Subwoofer Grille
Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Re-Cone Kit Available
No
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Recommended Enclosure Type
Ported / Vented
Sealed
Minimum Sealed Box Volume
1.25 cubic feet
Maximum Sealed Box Volume
1.25 cubic feet
Minimum Ported Box Volume
1.75 cubic feet
Maximum Ported Box Volume
1.75 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
6.65"
Cutout Diameter
11.0625"
Shallow Mount Installation
No
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Sonic Electronix

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

12W3v3-8

Weight:

18.00lbs

Internal SKU:

12w3v38

Internal Product ID:

7396

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Customer Ratings & Reviews



5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
5
Value
4.4
Features
4
Design
4.7
Usability
4.7

Customer Reviews

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Nice Bass

man i have 2 friends that have this and these shizzles hit hard, nice, and clean..

1 friend has 2 of these in an unported box with an audiobahn 1200 watt amp pushin it and it raddles the hell out of you when your in it.. it feels like my eardrums are about to burst!

my other friend has a 01 toyota tacoma ext cab and he has 1 in a ported box while being pushed by a 1200 watt performance teknique amp and man oh man this is some clean ass bass! the ported box gives it a different deeper bass.. i like them in a ported box better but no doubt these speakers are a bad mutha lol.. i recomend these to anyone

By andrew on January 11, 2007

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Clean Bass!!!!!

These are great subs for SQ!!!!!! I have these powered with a Rockford Fosgate Punch 700S amp and these subs can produce a loud bass without loosing any SQ. The only reason i got the 8 Ohm was because i got them cheap from a friend so if you were to buy W3's I would suggest getting the DVC 4 Ohm.

By Inland on March 6, 2009

i have had two of these in a suburban with a 1000/1 JL amp and they sound great. i would recommend this product to anyone.

By mike on March 6, 2008

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