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Alpine Type-R SWR-1542D

2000W Peak (750W RMS) 15" Type-R Series Dual 4-Ohm Car Subwoofer

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• 2000W Peak
• 750W RMS
• Dual 4 Ohm Voice Coil
• Multi-Roll Santoprene Surround
• Parabolic Kevlar / Pulp Fiber Cone
• CRC Motor Structure
• Concealed Mount Gasket System
• One-Sided Terminal Layout

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Product Highlights


• 2000W Peak
• 750W RMS
• Dual 4 Ohm Voice Coil
• Multi-Roll Santoprene Surround
• Parabolic Kevlar / Pulp Fiber Cone
• CRC Motor Structure
• Concealed Mount Gasket System
• One-Sided Terminal Layout

Description


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Alpine Type R Subwoofers

These incredible subwoofers from Alpine have withstood the test of time and proven themselves to be one of the top subwoofer choices for car audio enthusiasts. The Type R subwoofers are designed and engineered for big bass, as well as a durable sub that will last for many years to come. These woofers use a pulp cone that is reinforced with Kevlar for an incredibly durable and rigid structure. The ribbed multi-roll santoprene surround is designed for excellent response, while assisting in smoother cone movement and excursion. The subwoofer will stay cool under extended hard playing with the unique thermal management system that Alpine designed into the Type R Subwoofer. The tinsel leads are hidden and woven into the dual Nomex spiders for a strong and unbreakable connection. For those looking for an industry standard subwoofer with break-taking bass, consider the Alpine Type-R subwoofer.

Product Features:

  • 15" Dual 4 ohm Type-R Subwoofer
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 2000 watts
    • RMS: 750 watts
  • Parabolic kevlar/pulp fiber cone
  • High amplitude multi-roll santoprene surround
  • Cast aluminum perimeter vented heat transfer frame
  • Compound Radius Curve (CRC) Motor structure
  • Spiral cut aluminum former with high temperature DVC Winding
  • Radial Vented (VC) heat sink and Airflow Management System
  • Mirrored progressive nomex spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Product history:

Alpine SWR-1542D thumbnail
(newest, current model)
Alpine SWR-1541D thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Alpine Type-R SWR-1542D)

Subwoofer Wiring Guide


Wiring Guide to Wire 1 Alpine Type-R SWR-1542D Subwoofer

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 2 Alpine Type-R SWR-1542D Subwoofers

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

2 Channel Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 3 Alpine Type-R SWR-1542D Subwoofers

Mono Amp

4 Channel Amp

Wiring Guide to Wire 4 Alpine Type-R SWR-1542D Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

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Specifications & Details


Subwoofer Specifications
Series
Type-R Series
Subwoofer Size
15"
Peak Power Handling
2000 watts
RMS Power Handling
750 watts
Voice Coil(s)
Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
4 ohm
Frequency Response
20 - 400 Hz
Sensitivity
87 dB
Subwoofer Design
Round / Circle
Main Cone Color
Silver
Woofer Surround
Santoprene Rubber
Subwoofer Grille
No
Re-Cone Kit Available
No
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Recommended Enclosure Type
Ported / Vented
Sealed
Minimum Sealed Box Volume
1.5 cubic feet
Optimum Sealed Box Volume
1.75 cubic feet
Maximum Sealed Box Volume
2.0 cubic feet
Minimum Ported Box Volume
2.65 cubic feet
Optimum Ported Box Volume
2.9 cubic feet
Maximum Ported Box Volume
3.15 cubic feet
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
9.2"
Cutout Diameter
13.8"
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:

SWR-1542D

Weight:

42.00lbs

Internal SKU:

swr1542d

Internal Product ID:

4194

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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5 star
84%
4 star
12%
3 star
1%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%



Durability
4.7
Value
4.7
Features
4.8
Design
4.7
Usability
4.9

Customer Reviews

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Sealed box

I have one in a sealed box which saves a lot of space in my small trunk, It is louder than my two 12" infinity 1262 that were in a ported box tuned at 32hz with the same amp. Being a 15" it hits lower than the 12's, just like I wanted it.

"900w" @ 2 ohms with a Kenwood kac-9152d. Its overpowered, but I do have the gain turned down.

By Bob on March 19, 2014

38 found this helpful


Great price

Great price fast shipping the best 15 sub for the money and the rms

By Mark on February 24, 2014

39 found this helpful


insane

Dude this slaps too hard while im driving. I had to get out and close the trunk while driving.

By slap king on March 3, 2012

35 found this helpful


it called to me

I personally haven't set it up yet but my friend has one and it sounds pretty great I would reccomend it

By Nathaniel on April 28, 2014

34 found this helpful


killing bass

I bought this sub from a friend of mine and im using it in a focus and the sound it looud!! im pushin this wit a T1000Bd and u can hear my car coming from blocks away just one speaker wit a ported box..

By Damian on December 29, 2010

33 found this helpful


Amaaaazin

Great sound quality and has an amazing kick to it. My room mates in the third floor of our apartment complex said they know when I'm home because they can hear me parking. Tuned properly and you're set, crisp nice boom to the music.

By Manny on September 27, 2012

32 found this helpful


Great!!

Great sub woofers. great price. Did not take long to break in. Easily installed..Not recommended for those who don't enjoy lots of bass.

By Dewey on March 20, 2014

33 found this helpful


Great sound

Great price - great subwoofer - very friendly service and FAST shipping.

By 15" on February 18, 2014

31 found this helpful


DEF CON ONE

Well I got two of these bad boys in a custom built to specs candy apple red box hooked to a 1500.1 crunch power zone amp and when I ride though parking lots I set off car alarms and people cover their ears. Even the cart boy said he hears me across the parking lot.

By Po Boy on April 8, 2012

30 found this helpful


Hits Hard!

I would buy this sub if your looking for a loud sub that hits hard on the lows! Put it in a good box with at least 500 watts rms and it will slam.

By A on February 2, 2012

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