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Infinity Reference 1242W

12" Subwoofer

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12" Reference Series Subwoofer • 1200W MAX • 300W RMS • Dual 4 Ohm • Polypropylene Woofer Cone • Large-Roll Rubber Surround • New Proprietary Reduced-Depth Frame

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Product Highlights


12" Reference Series Subwoofer • 1200W MAX • 300W RMS • Dual 4 Ohm • Polypropylene Woofer Cone • Large-Roll Rubber Surround • New Proprietary Reduced-Depth Frame

Description


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  • 12" Reference Series Subwoofer
  • Polypropylene Woofer Cone
  • New Proprietary Reduced-Depth Frame
  • Dual 4-Ohm Voice Coils
  • Peak Power Handling: 1200 Watts
  • RMS Power Handling: 300 Watts
  • Large-Roll Rubber Surround
  • Unique In-board Motor Structure
  • Vented polepiece
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Product history:

Infinity 1262w thumbnail
(newest, current model)
Infinity 1252W thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Infinity Reference 1262W)
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(previous model, replaced by Infinity Reference 1252W)
(previous model, replaced by Infinity Reference 1242W)

Subwoofer Wiring Guide


Wiring Guide to Wire 1 Infinity Reference 1242W Subwoofer

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 2 Infinity Reference 1242W Subwoofers

Mono Amp

Mono Amp - Option 1

2 Channel Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

4 Channel Amp - Bridged

Wiring Guide to Wire 3 Infinity Reference 1242W Subwoofers

Mono Amp

4 Channel Amp

Wiring Guide to Wire 4 Infinity Reference 1242W Subwoofers

Mono Amp

2 Channel Amp

2 Channel Amp - Bridged

4 Channel Amp


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Specifications & Details


Subwoofer Specifications
Subwoofer Size
12"
Peak Power Handling
1200 watts
RMS Power Handling
300 watts
Voice Coil(s)
Dual
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
4 ohm
Frequency Response
23 - 400 Hz
Sensitivity
93 dB
Woofer Surround
Rubber
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
Top-Mount Depth (Mounting Depth)
5-1/16"
Cutout Diameter
11-3/16"
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

1242W

Weight:

14.00lbs

Internal SKU:

1242w

Internal Product ID:

5777

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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5 star
33%
4 star
33%
3 star
33%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
3.7
Value
4.7
Features
4.4
Design
4
Usability
5

Customer Reviews

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legit

all of infinitys subs and speakers are very well made. the kappa perfects are well worth the money. I just bought 2 of these and have them in my room without an amp and are still pretty good. i hooked them up to my bros car with an amp and they pounded very nicely. highly recommend infinity

By alex on December 19, 2005

8 found this helpful


burn Babe

well i want to express my opinion about infinity products. i bought an 1242 6 months ago and i blew it out. the dual voice coil will only last you so long. i was only using a crunch audio amp own it and it over power the dog gon thing. i was only pushing 700 watt through it system and it started burning and smoking. what i can say about this sub is that it is the pefect sub for beginners and the sound of it will shake your brain if hooked properly. just don't add a amp with more than 600W or you will fill the pain i did.

By stephan on December 12, 2005

8 found this helpful


good sub

I had this sub in my car now and i had it under powered with a 250w amp bridged and it still pounds this sub is a great value and i recommend it to and bigginer

By Chris on November 27, 2005

7 found this helpful




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