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MTX Audio T8512-04

12" Single 4 ohm Thunder8500 Superwoofer (Thunder 8500 T8500 Subwoofer)

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12" Single 4 ohm Thunder8500 Subwoofer • 1000W Max • 500W RMS • Die cast aluminum frame • 160 oz. magnet • Solid steel pole piece • High roll NBR Surround • Asymmetrical Linear Drive System • Stitched cone

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Product Highlights


12" Single 4 ohm Thunder8500 Subwoofer • 1000W Max • 500W RMS • Die cast aluminum frame • 160 oz. magnet • Solid steel pole piece • High roll NBR Surround • Asymmetrical Linear Drive System • Stitched cone

Description


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Authorized dealer

High Output Subwoofer

Known for high impact thunderous bass, the Thunder 8500 sits proudly in the lineup of Thunder series subwoofers from MTX Audio. The Thunder 8500 isn't your average 500 watt subwoofer. A 160oz. magnet is on this subwoofer with a Xmax rating of 22mm.

Since a subwoofer is made to be driven, MTX Audio designed a Spider Plateau Venting cooling system which cools the voice coil and maximizes power handling. The sitched surround helps ensure a long life-span even under extreme circumstances. Handle power like you never thought before with the MTX Audio Thunder 8500!

Authorized MTX Dealer
  • 12" Single 4 Ohm Thunder8500 Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 1000 watts
    • RMS: 500 watts
  • Impedance: Single 4 Ohm
  • Injection molded, carbon filled, polypropylene with aluminum deposition cone woofer
  • High roll NBR Surround to maximize excursion
  • Asymmetrical Linear Drive System (ALDS) with flat progressive spider
  • Stitched cone for added durability
  • Spider plateau venting cooling system
  • 3" Voice coil
  • 160oz. Magnet structure
  • Sensitivity: 90 dB
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty

Product history:

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(newest, current model)
MTX T812-22 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by MTX 7512-22)
MTX T8512-04 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by MTX Audio T812-22)

Subwoofer Wiring Guide


Wiring Guide to Wire 1 MTX Audio T8512-04 Subwoofer

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 2 MTX Audio T8512-04 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 3 MTX Audio T8512-04 Subwoofers

4 Channel Amp

Wiring Guide to Wire 4 MTX Audio T8512-04 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

2 Channel Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

4 Channel Amp


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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)
4 ohm
Frequency Response
39 - 150 Hz
Sensitivity
90 dB
Subwoofer Design
Round / Circle
Main Cone Color
Silver
Woofer Composition
Injection Molded Carbon Filled Polypropylene w/ Aluminum Deposition
Woofer Surround
Nitrile Butadiene Rubber NBR
Subwoofer Grille
No
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
2.0 cubic feet
Maximum Ported Box Volume
2.0 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
7-3/4"
Cutout Diameter
11"
Shallow Mount Installation
No
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

MTX

Model Number:

T8512-04

Weight:

43.00lbs

Internal SKU:

t851204

Internal Product ID:

5772

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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5 star
75%
4 star
0%
3 star
25%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
5
Value
4.3
Features
4.8
Design
5
Usability
5

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My friend has this sub in his 97 eclipse. It is sealed and has decent sq and it get fairly loud for sealed. Personally I would not run this sub bcuz I like more sq than spl but he likes the subs just fine. One more thing, the build quality of this sub seemed to be good im not knocking the product its jst not for me.

By adam on January 22, 2006

23 found this helpful


sweet sub

i have owned 2 of these and they bump my trunk rattled from so much base i had them hooked up to 2 1000 watt mtx amps they are sweet! i have now switched to the mtx thunder 6500 and have the same amps

By jason on January 11, 2006

21 found this helpful


Nice Sub

I had one of these in an MTX spec enclosure and it was great. I had it hooked up to an Alpine PDX 1.600 mono and it hit very hard. If you do buy this sub, make a box with a double thick baffle and tune the port lower than what MTX specifies. You will enjoy the sub way more. The sub just has that sound of a nice subwoofer. It doesn't sound cheap like a lot of other subs are. I would compare this to a Kicker L7. This is probably one of the heaviest subs I have seen too. Its like 40 pounds and it has a flat wound voice coil. This sub never got hot or smelly on the 600 rms and man can it move far. The excursion is ridiculous. Very nice sub. The price could be a little lower though.

By Luke on December 20, 2010

20 found this helpful


Amazingly loud sub

This sub is way underpowered... I got this sub put in my 96' civic last year and it was actually rated at 600 rms.. this sub gets so loud and its made by MTX the best in the business. Get this sub.. you'll be glad you did

By Lisa on February 17, 2006

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