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Polk Audio 12" Car Subwoofers

Polk Audio 12" car subwoofers will provide your vehicle with the bass and lows that you desire.

12" Subwoofers are the most common size of subwoofers installed into vehicles. The size of the sub makes it one of the best sounding and user friendly sizes of subwoofers available. The size also provides excellent response at low frequencies.

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The RMS power is the amount of power the speaker requires to operate safely and properly. RMS Power Handling refers to the amount of power a speaker can handle on a continuous basis. We recommend powering your speakers or subwoofer with 80%-120% of its recommended RMS rating. The RMS power handling specification is typically rated per speaker unless otherwise noted.
Peak power handling refers to the amount of power a speaker can handle during a brief musical burst. The RMS power range figure is a much more reliable rating for determining the speaker's power requirements. The Peak power handling specification is typically rated per speaker unless otherwise noted.
Refers to the diameter of the subwoofer, measured in inches.
This means that the subwoofer/speaker is designed to be installed in areas that do not have a lot of space. Shallow mount subwoofers are typically found under a seat or behind the seat in some trucks.

Shallow mount speakers will typically have a mounting depth of 2" or less, while shallow mount subwoofers will typically have a mounting depth of 3" or less.
Dual voice coil subs have more wiring flexibility than single voice coils subs; however, single voice coil subwoofers provide easier hookup options for wiring multiple subwoofers in parallel or series. You may also run a dual voice coil (DVC) sub in parallel, series, or combination. A quad voice coil has four voice coils and is equal to two dual voice coil subwoofers as far as wiring goes.
The load value (in ohms) that the speakers present to the amplifier per voice coil - the amount of resistance to the current flow. This is a key specification as subs wired in parallel or low impedances can create problems with your amplifier and potentially void all warranties. We encourage you to ask our support department prior to purchase if you do not understand which impedance level will suit your application best.
This is the design of the subwoofer or the opening of the subwoofer enclosure. Each design has it's own benefits, whether it is a square, circle, or oval.

Round/Circle: This is the typical and common subwoofer design. They have a round cone and are a circle in design.

Square: These woofers are able to achieve a greater cone area in a smaller space. Because of the greater surface area, some square subwoofers will be louder than a round subwoofer of the same size.

This value indicates the minimum sealed box volume that the manufacturer recommends for the subwoofer. The volume is typically displayed in cubic feet.
This value indicates the maximum sealed box volume that the manufacturer recommends for the subwoofer. The volume is typically displayed in cubic feet.
An efficiency or sensitivity rating tells you how effectively a speaker converts power into sound. The higher the number, the more efficient the speaker and the louder it will play with the same input power. An efficient speaker helps you maximize your available power. Most sensitivity ratings measure the speaker's output with 1 watt of input, 1 meter from the speaker. Some speakers' sensitivity is measured with 2.83 volts of input, instead of 1 watt.
 
Efficiency (1w/1m) is not an accurate indicator of a subwoofer's output capability and should not be used as a comparison to other speakers or subwoofers to determine which one is "louder".
This is the color of the speaker's or subwoofer's cone.
This is the recommended type of enclosure that the subwoofer should be installed into. Some subwoofers are specially designed for particular enclosures.

Sealed: These enclosures completely enclose the air inside the box. These boxes produce a tight bass.

Ported/Vented: These enclosures have a slot of air to escape from the box. The result is a sound that has more "boom".

Bandpass: These are a combination of both sealed and ported enclosures. They can be very efficient, but require tuning for the best response.

Typically measured in millimeters, the Xmax value is the measure of a speaker cone's maximum excursion in one direction while maintaining a linear behavior.
Polk Audio MM 1242 DVC (MM1242DVC)

1260W Peak (420W RMS) 12" MM1 Series Dual 4-Ohm Car Subwoofer

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Polk Audio MM 1242 DVC (MM1242DVC)

1260W Peak (420W RMS) 12" MM1 Series Dual 4-Ohm Car Subwoofer

• 420 Watts RMS
• 1260 Watts Max
• Composite Cone
• Santoprene surround
• Fiberglass-Reinforced ABS Basket
• IP56 Ultra Marine Certified
• Vented Pole and Basket Structure

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Polk Audio MM 1242 SVC (MM1242SVC)

1260W Peak (420W RMS) 12" MM1 Series Single 4-Ohm Car Subwoofer (MM 1242SVC)

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Polk Audio MM 1242 SVC (MM1242SVC)

1260W Peak (420W RMS) 12" MM1 Series Single 4-Ohm Car Subwoofer (MM 1242SVC)

• 420 Watts RMS
• 1260 Watts Max
• Composite Cone
• Santoprene surround
• Fiberglass-Reinforced ABS Basket
• IP56 Ultra Marine Certified
• Vented Pole and Basket Structure

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• IP56 Ultra Marine Certified
• Vented Pole and Basket Structure

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Belva 23 ft. of 12 Gauge Speaker Wire

Ultra-flexible PVC blended jacket for easy installation.

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Polk Audio DB 1242 SVC (DB1242SVC)

1110W Peak (370W RMS) 12" DB+ Series Single 4 ohm Car Subwoofer

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Polk Audio DB 1242 SVC (DB1242SVC)

1110W Peak (370W RMS) 12" DB+ Series Single 4 ohm Car Subwoofer

• 375 Watts RMS
• 1110 Watts Max
• Polypropylene Cone
• Santoprene Rubber Surround
• IP56 Marine Certified
• Tested for salt-fog, UV and humidity
• Quick-Connect Wire Terminals

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• IP56 Marine Certified
• Tested for salt-fog, UV and humidity
• Quick-Connect Wire Terminals

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Belva 23 ft. of 12 Gauge Speaker Wire

Ultra-flexible PVC blended jacket for easy installation.

$14.99

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20 Square Feet of Sound Dampening Material

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    Polk Audio carries a range of 12" car subwoofers for the bass you've been looking for. Polk Audio engineers competition grade subwoofers that will both satisfy and last. Great for subwoofer boxes and other installations, these 12" Polk Audio subs are an easy choice.
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