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DC Audio Level 5 M3 12D2

5000W Peak 12" Level 5 m3 Series Dual 2-Ohm Subwoofer - M3LV512D2

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• 3500 Watts RMS
• 5000 Watts Max • Extremely rigid non-pressed paper cone assembly
• Multilayered reinforced polymer foam surround
• Dome propylene dust cover with White DC logo
• 8.0" OD Linear roll spiders
• Extra heavy duty interweaved tinsel lead wire
• Cast aluminum black frame
• FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly – Fully CNC machined
• Rubber mounting gasket
• Chrome spring loaded push terminals
• DVC 3.5" 8 Layer Hi-temp Aluminum voice coil
• Voice coil wound on a reinforced stainless steel former with high current input strips

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Product Highlights


• 3500 Watts RMS
• 5000 Watts Max • Extremely rigid non-pressed paper cone assembly
• Multilayered reinforced polymer foam surround
• Dome propylene dust cover with White DC logo
• 8.0" OD Linear roll spiders
• Extra heavy duty interweaved tinsel lead wire
• Cast aluminum black frame
• FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly – Fully CNC machined
• Rubber mounting gasket
• Chrome spring loaded push terminals
• DVC 3.5" 8 Layer Hi-temp Aluminum voice coil
• Voice coil wound on a reinforced stainless steel former with high current input strips

Description


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General Features:

  • 12" Level 5 M3 Series Dual 2-Ohm Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 5,000 watts
    • RMS: 3,500 watts
  • Extremely rigid non-pressed paper cone assembly
  • Multilayered reinforced polymer foam surround
  • Dome propylene dust cover with White DC logo
  • 8.0" OD semi cup progressive roll spiders
  • Extra heavy duty interweaved tinsel lead wire
  • Cast aluminum black frame
  • FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly — Fully CNC machined
  • Rubber mounting gasket
  • Chrome spring loaded push terminals
  • DVC 3.5" 8 Layer Hi-temp Aluminum voice coil
  • Voice coil wound on a reinforced stainless steel former with high current input strips
  • Top-mount depth: 8.50"
  • Cutout diameter: 11.00"
  • Weight: 79.5lbs
  • Displacement: 0.20 ft³
  • Recommended ported enclosure: 1.50³
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty
  • Priced Individually

Product history:

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(newest, current model)
DC Audio M3LV512D2 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by DC Audio Level 5 12 m4 D2)
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(previous model, replaced by DC Audio Level 5 M3 12D2)

Subwoofer Wiring Guide


Wiring Guide to Wire 1 DC Audio Level 5 M3 12D2 Subwoofer

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 2 DC Audio Level 5 M3 12D2 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 3 DC Audio Level 5 M3 12D2 Subwoofers

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

4 Channel Amp

Wiring Guide to Wire 4 DC Audio Level 5 M3 12D2 Subwoofers

2 Channel Amp

4 Channel Amp


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Specifications & Details


Subwoofer Specifications
Series
Level 5 Series
Subwoofer Size
12"
Peak Power Handling
5000 watts
RMS Power Handling
3500 watts
Voice Coil(s)
Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
2 ohm
Voice Coil Diameter
3.5"
Subwoofer Design
Round / Circle
Main Cone Color
Black
Woofer Composition
Non-Pressed Paper
Woofer Surround
Poly-Foam
Magnet Structure
Triple Stacked
Subwoofer Grille
No
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Optimum Sealed Box Volume
N/A
Optimum Ported Box Volume
1.5 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
8.5"
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:

Model Number:

M3LV512D2

Weight:

82.00lbs

Internal SKU:

m3lv512d2

Internal Product ID:

98886

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