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DC Audio M4 LV315D1 (Open Box, Great)

2000W Peak (1000W RMS) 15" Level 3 Series M4 Version Dual 1-ohm Car Subwoofer

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• Peak Power: 2000 watts
• RMS Power: 1000 watts
• Impedance: Dual 1 ohm
• Non-Pressed Paper cone
• Polymer Foam surround
• Mount depth: 8.0"
• Sensitivity: 85.93 dB

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Item Condition - Open Box, Great:

This product works like new, is well-cared-for and in great condition. May show limited signs of wear or use and may be missing non-essential parts, accessories or original packaging.

Hand-Built Precision for the Ultimate Daily Driver

The DC Audio Level 3 M3 is a high-performance, hand-built subwoofer designed in the USA to be the ultimate daily driver for enthusiasts seeking deep bass and high output. Engineered for both sealed and ported enclosures, the M3 features a triple-stacked FEA-optimized motor and a 2.5mm aluminum shorting ring to reduce inductance and minimize power compression. The motor’s direct-to-coil venting system acts as an internal heatsink, pulling heat from the 3" high-temp aluminum voice coil to ensure consistent performance during extended listening sessions. With a robust power rating of 1000W RMS and 2000W Peak, the Level 3 M3 delivers massive excursion (23mm Xmax) and extreme durability, making it a professional-grade solution for a wide range of custom audio builds.

Product Details:

  • 15" Dual 1 ohm Level 3 Series Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 2000 watts
    • RMS: 1000 watts
  • Extremely rigid Non-Pressed Paper Cone
  • Multilayered Polymer Foam Surround
  • Polypropylene dust cover with DC logo
  • Dual 8" OD semi cup progressive roll spider
  • Heavy-duty flat tinsel lead wire sewn to the spider
  • Cast aluminum black frame / no invert mount
  • Fully CNC-machined FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly
  • Rubber mounting gasket and chrome spring-loaded push terminals
  • Rubber magnet cover with Level 3 logo
  • 3" High Temperature Aluminum voice coil
  • 23 mm Xmax
  • Triple Stacked magnet motor structure
  • Resonance Frequency (Fs): 36.79 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 85.93 dB
  • Recommended sealed box volume: 2.0 cubic feet
  • Recommended ported box volume: 3.0 cubic feet
  • Top-mount depth: 8.0"
  • Cutout diameter: 14.0"
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

  • Priced Individually

Product history:

DC Audio LS-m4lv315d1-u8 thumbnail
(newest, current model)
DC Audio M3 LV3 15 D1 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by DC Audio M4 LV315D1 (Open Box, Great))
DC Audio M2LV315D1 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by DC Audio Level 3 15M3D1 (M3LV315D1))

Specifications & Details


Subwoofer Specifications
Series
Level 3 Series
Subwoofer Size
15"
Peak Power Handling
2000 watts
RMS Power Handling
1000 watts
Voice Coil(s)
Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
1 ohm
Voice Coil Material
Aluminum
Voice Coil Diameter
3"
Sensitivity
85.93 dB
Xmax (millimeters)
23 mm
Subwoofer Design
Round / Circle
Main Cone Color
Black
Woofer Composition
Non-Pressed Paper
Woofer Surround
Polymer Foam
Magnet Structure
Triple Stacked
Subwoofer Grille
No
Re-Cone Kit Available
No
CTA-2031 Compliant
No
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Recommended Enclosure Type
Ported / Vented
Sealed
Optimum Sealed Box Volume
2.0 cubic feet
Optimum Ported Box Volume
3.0 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
8.0"
Cutout Diameter
14.0"
Shallow Mount Installation
No
T/S Parameters (Electromechanical)
Free-Air Resonance (Fs)
36.79 Hz
Equivalent Compliance (Vas)
55.12 liters
Total Speaker Q Value (Qts)
0.938
Electrical Q Value (Qes)
1.048
Electrical Resistance of Voice Coil (Re)
4.5 ohm
Mechanical Q Value (Qms)
8.93
What is in the box?
WITB: Subwoofers
Subwoofer
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

LS-m4lv315d1-u8

Weight:

19.00lbs

Internal SKU:

ls-m4lv315d1-u8

Internal Product ID:

231690

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