Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great cheap bass!!

These things are loud! For what you pay you get more then expected. Best bang for your buck. Put two of these in my 2014 sierra in a under the seat ported fox box and it bangs! Just make sure ou break them in correctly. I had 2 12 alpine type r shallows and fried them hit me too hard too soon. Alpine recommends 4-6 weeks of breakin in. Otherwise great overall!

sportman

Wow this thing hits like Thor. I already had a swr10d43-x and was very impressed with it. It is 600 watts rms. This new swr 105 is a positive step above at 1000 watts rms and just as clear if not clearer than before. I can't think of one bad thing about this sub unless it is the fact that I don't have room for two. Thanks again Sonic you are by far the best when it comes to electronics. Keep up the good work.

Durable is an understatement!

I am currently running two SWR-D2 Alpine subs with a RF T1500-1bdCP at 1 ohm with less than 1/3 gain. The birth sheet for the amp reads 1867 Watts RMS. With a OFC 1/0 gauge power and ground complimented with a 137 amp aftermarket alternator than states a 160 amp draw at 2000 rpm's with a constant 13.5 volt draw at an idle. in a slot ported box tuned at 33 hz with a gross internal volume of 1.33 cubic feet each. the T1500 is easily over powering the subs with the PEQX3 sub knob you have to be careful not to boost the bass too much because the voice coil will start slapping the magnet structure (which i do on accident all the time). I've been running these things at least 3 hours a day sometimes up to 6 hours continually at max blast for the last 4 months!!! very dependable and always stays cool (which you can feel on the cone)as long as you amp doesn't peak out. i have ran 6 different amps with these subs trying to find the perfect 1. always abused and driven to the full excursion capable of these subs at 20 mm one way which equals 1.5 inches from all in to all out. i think its closer to 2 inches but its impossible to measure, its just a guess based on the travel of the alpine emblems. my only complaint is the wire jumper terminals that come with the subs are unreliable because it hits so hard and the SPL is so high it pushes them out, however if you just use your speaker wire instead, it holds firm and tight forever. always remember that the output of the sub is relative to the amp pushing them and more important is the box they are in. i originally had them in a seal box of .75 cubic feet each but i enjoy more bass output with the same clarity tuned at 33 hz in my new box.i have spent over $2200 on my system and know i would not be where i am at now without alpine quality and sonic electonix great prices and never failing customer support and warranties.

Spend the extra money to get something better sonic offers

Pros - Clear sound with somewhat decent volume for the price.

Cons - Durability isn't that great. Other subs offered by sonic are much "louder" with the same or better sound quality and last much longer.

Sub is very clear. Not as "loud" as everyone claims. Broke in the sub for the correct break in period and after that the sub completely fried out. With just a few more dollars a much better sub can be purchased.

apline swr- 10d4

I am pushing a single swr-10d4 in my f-150 after destroying two other subs. I currently have 500 watts rms pushing my alpine but this beast needs more. The response, sound quality and durability of this sub is amazing. This sub is badass and I recommend it to anyone looking for better sound in their ride.

Great buy!!

Would recommend to anyone that is looking for good clean low bass and sound quality.

Best bang for the buck

Well worth the price compared to the competition. I'm running one of these in a custom box made for a 350Z. Simply amazing what this single 10" subwoofer can do. My amp is a Rockford Fosgate P400-1 and they are set for 2 ohms. The actual RMS output for the amp is 534 watts @ 2 ohms. I thought I might end up needing more but I'm very satisfied with the results. I highly recommend this sub.

Type R 10s

Great subs hit every note clean great value wish I could get 2 more

good sub but some probs

Sub sounds great hits the low notes perfectly but it seems to get loose sounding over extended playing has happened twice to me now glad that sonic has A1 customer support or this would have been a horrible turn out

Bump for your Buck

This subwoofer surprised the hell out of me for it's size and how much I paid for it. I have it in a sealed box and powered at 2ohms. It's getting 800watts RMS! This sub is almost as loud as my 2 12s and those were in a ported box and it less than half the size so I'm saving room too! Planning on getting a ported box for it so I can really see how loud it is! I recommend this for anyone needing to save room, money, and be loud at the same time!!!

Good value but only lasted 2 years

The sub hits hard and sounds great, never distorts. Although the adhesive on the surround only lasted 2 years.

Excellent Sound

This sub is way worth the price and sounds amazing. Soundz way bigger than a 10 inch just from putting it in a little box with a 1 inch port. Im planing on buying 3 more. Certainly going through Sonic Electronix.

Awesome as always from Alpine!!

I have always been a fan of Alpine speakers/subs. The one thing that you need to know about Alpine is they love power! If you do not intend on fully powering the speakers/subs you purchase close to or right at their recommended RMS, then go with something else!
That being said, this sub is currently in a custom sealed fiberglass enclosure, just under 1cf. I am running Alpine's 1000X1 RMS @ 2ohm mono class D to it, and it loves it! Sounds better than the 2 12's I had before. Sure, being a 10, it can't hit all the extremely low notes of a 12 or 15, but it does the job.
If you have the power to push it, you will not be disappointed.

Half price/ kick a**

I have ordered a few things from this company and all I have to say is I'll be ordering lots more cause you can't go wrong with the great deals and great customer service

Top pounding sub

Top performance and quality. Hits freakin hard. Has deep bass

Awesome subwoofers, and possibly the best.

I have two of these 10" subwoofers in a sealed (.65) Fox Acoustics box under the rear seat in my truck, and they sound amazing! Despite the modifications that had to be done to the box, because Fox Acoustics measurements were incorrect, there was no replacement that I would have choosen for these Type-R's. The sound is incredible, especially coming from a subwoofer that is only a 10". They definitely have a nice deep tone. I haven't attempted to push the limits of these subwoofers, but I'm sure they are pretty scary at their peak. Both subwoofers are powered by a Rockford Fosgate T1500 amp, along with a 30 farad capacitor (not adding a second battery unless I have to). BTW, yes, these subwoofers do shake everything!

The new generation of the SWR line.

Not as sloppy sounding as the previouse models. I am running it on a hifonics brz 1200.1 in a 1 cubic foot sealed box. And the sound is so clean and tight. This 10" sub can hit the low notes! Props to Alpine its a bargain for the price. Thanks Sonic!

10 inches of power

This thing pounds the cab of my S-10. Running it with a MRP 500 Alpine. Make sure you dynamat. Sonicelectronix price can't be beat!

Amazing bass

I have a toyota sienna and I have a custom box in the back by the gate or hatch whatever you call it. I put this sub in and I am running a phoenix gold 1600 watt amp. I have it bridged to 1200 watts at 4ohms. (Sub is 4ohm) after break in period. Oh my god is all I have to say. My whole van bumps. I sware u think there is more than just a 10 back there. No joke this is coming from a guy that had two w7 13s in my car. So I needed something with some bang and this sub will not disappoint you. Alpine and sonic electronixs rock.

Excellent sound quality

I'm running this Alpine SWR-10D4 with a Rockford Fosgate PRIME R1000-1D. I built a custom box tuned to 35Htz and let me tell you this; I have never heard bass sound this awesome! It's not as loud as you would expect from 1000 watts but it's only 1 10" sub too. After all, the more surface area, the more sound. Definitely a good buy though.

Good sub

The sub is good sound really good in the right box. The sub has really good flex the only thing that I did not like is the cone gets scratched really really easy other than that no complaint. Good for the price:-)

cant go wrong with alpine

I shouldn't have to say much, it is alpine. Never a bad product. I have 600 rms @ 2 ohms going to it. i would love to hear it powered all the way.

MONSTERS

They might be small but they are powerful. Everyone thinks I have 12's in my truck. They shake everything. Best subs I've ever owned. Highly recommended!!!

SPL VS CLARITY? These 10s have both!

I was pleasantly surprised to hear the low clean/clear notes bellowing from these subs. They've wow'd me since day 1 and I'm only getting more excited to hear more from them wen they are broken in. definitely a great buy! Would easily recommend to anyone who wants to save a little trunk space but don't want to sacrifice power.

Awesome subs

I purchase 2 swr 10d4 for my ford Taurus and I have to say they kick butt.. but you have to buy the proper amp In order to get the full effect of the subs. I would recommend these subs only if your amp can handle 2000 watts rms not peak. you won't regret these subs

good price

great price on the speakers i have them in a my 2500 hd pushing them with a pdx 1000 mono amp i was not too impressed with the performance i expected more but i would not say it all has to do with the subs it may be the box they are in or something but i do think they should hit harder for being such a big rms capable. the magnet and frame work make it something to consider when installing if you have a nonconventional designed box like vehicle specific boxes for example when the box has limited space.

Good sub but...

I purchased this sub a while back and have it set up in my room. The lows hit very nice and it gets very loud. One day I started to hear a cracking sound and i noticed the cone was cracked! Pretty disappointed. You'd think paying that much money you'd get a more durable cone but instead get a little flimsy plastic cover. Other than that the cone cracks easily, the sub is fantastic.

This sub is wider than most subs its size...!

Upgraded from two old school fosgate HX2's 10's to these in a sealed enclosure. Sound quality is much improved and they sound great for all types of music and hit hard.

Pros: sound great price

Cons: none yet

Pack-a-punch

This sub is really great for its size... everyone told me I needed two twelves to get any bump but this downfired 10 incher really blows me away every time I crank it up... definitely a great buy

blew.

The subwoofer blew after 30 minutes at 4 ohms on my mtx thunder 7801. 4 ohms @ 600 watts. Am not getting a replacement even though the subwoofer was rated easily to 1000 watt rms and 3000 peak. Not sure what to try next time..

Impressed!

I’ve had the sub in for about a week now and without fine tuning the amp I am impressed with the sub. This thing hits hard and clean, especially for a sub that only costs roughly $250. I look forward to getting everything dialed in and to see what the sub is really capable of.

By Brennan on January 17, 2020 Verified purchase

Not so great..

Had two of these hooked up in my g37s coupe on a 2000wrms amp wired to 2ohms. One sub blew after my second month of having them! The cone totally shattered..never touched any gains on the amp. These subs are only made for up to 500wrms safely. The cone it self is not as durable and the quality is not as strong. I would recommend if these subs if you want clarity not loudness. I had both running 1400wrms but clearly that was too much.

It's a good buy

Sounds awesome and was not expensive considering its performance and power handling.

Alpine R-W10D4

Great product! Clean sounding subwoofer and makes good power. Highly recommmended

Alpine 10” R Series

I highly recommend this subwoofer. I have it powered by a jx1000/1d in a ported fox box for my ram pickup and the sound is amazing for 1 sub.

Flawless bass

In a 0.4 cf sealed enclosure, powed by a Fosgate R500x1d making 630 RMS @ 2 ohms. It sounds incredible.

By Anonymous on December 31, 2018 Verified purchase

Alpine R-W10D4

I have mine wired to two ohms on 675 rms in a porter box under the back seat of my truck and it kicks ass!!! Makes my mirrors shake and my change quake! Not a competition sub like a dc or fi etc but it’s def a top-notch everyday consumer sub.

Great Sub

This sub delivers great Bass & is very responsive to numerous types of music. Highly recommended. Sounds better than many 12s.

Great as always!

Great product, outdoes all other subs in the price range ive had several cvx 10's that just dont do what the alpine swr10d4 would do. I got the new updated model at the same price of the swr10. Pounds extremely hard out of a 1.25 cubic ft ported box at 37hz. Running off a LOC factory headunit 08 saturn astra. It does what i wanted it to do and then some. Could easily take more than the 600w rms at 2ohms my kicker amp is giving it.

VERY IMPRESSED!!!

Great product by Alpine. Small yet very powerful. I have my neighbors complaining to hoa n they live 5 houses down.

By Omar on September 23, 2016 Verified purchase

Well this was my second one

I liked the sub but did not last very long I had the same sub but the 2ohm voice coils had that for 6 months then white spots showed up on the center found out it was faulty so I traded it out for this sub. But this one only lasted 3 months. Took it to 2 stereo shops and was told my setting were fine for the set up I had all Brand new deck and wires and everything. And the white spots are back again.

By Armani on November 27, 2021 Verified purchase

Alpine R 10” sub

Hooked up with a JL 500 watt amp, and it hammers.! Also plays nice base fill when your playing your music civilized.

Great subwoofer for the price

I bought this to replace my SWX-1043D which had died and is no longer being offered. This is a great 1000w sub that does the trick. It was not as good as the type X (doesn't have the same punch feel to the bass) I had originally, but the price was much better.

By Robert on May 12, 2016 Verified purchase

New Type R

Running this sub through a PDX 600 watt RMS amp. I went straight from the last model Type R 10 to this one, same box even. Bass is tighter, seems a bit louder, happy with my purchase. If you are considering this sub, on a super tight budget, it's worth the extra $40 over leftover prior models.

Better than the last Type R

This one sounds better than the last Type R i had several years ago. The build quality was much better, Sounds amazing for the price.
DVC4

By Oldred on March 12, 2018 Verified purchase