12 inch subwoofer - impressive sound in the car

A deep and clear bass forms the basis of an impulsive vehicle sound system. Subwoofers with an outer diameter of 30 cm have now become popular and form the most popular sizeWe explain why 12-inch subwoofers offer an optimal compromise and what to look out for when buying one.The two most popular brands in our large range are Edge Car Audio and Deaf Bonce. Click here to go directly to the selection of these two top brands: Edge Car Audio and Deaf Bonce.

Is a 30cm subwoofer necessary?

A subwoofer is responsible for the reproduction of low-frequency sound waves and ensures a powerful sound experience within a sound system. A characteristic feature is the large membrane diameter, which separates the subwoofer from the high and low midrange speakers The term subwoofer is made up of the English word "sub", which means "under" and the term woofer. The word woofer refers to the bass speaker. A 12-inch subwoofer is therefore used when the primary woofer in a multi-channel sound system has too little power or the bass special attention The 30cm subwoofer typically works in a frequency range of 25 Hz - 100 Hz, with some models being able to reproduce lower tones in the range of 20 Hz or even 10 Hz. They are available individually or in a fully installed housing. Basically, there are two basic types of 12 inch housing subwoofers, the active and the passive. The active models are equipped with a integrated amplifier and impress with detailed bass reproduction. Furthermore, there are three types of car subwoofers: housing types these differ in closed enclosures, bass reflex enclosures and bandpass enclosures.

Why 30cm subwoofers are the most popular

The 12 inch subwoofer is considered a special loudspeaker in a sound system and reproduces the deepest tones that the human ear can perceive. The membrane diameter is an important factor for the generation of deep sound waves in connection with a high volume level. A 30 cm subwoofer is able to produce fast and long-lasting bass sequences impulsive reproduction. Larger subwoofers with a diameter of 46 cm and more produce a powerful deep bass and are usually less suitable for fast music styles such as heavy metal, house, pop or techno. For an optimal sound experience, the bass-heavy octaves must be transported to the listener's ear at the right speed. A 30 cm subwoofer is considered an all-round speaker in this respect. In addition, the membrane is large enough to produce an impressive sound pressure.

Optimal compromise between space requirements and strong bass output

A large resonance body is necessary so that the deep sound waves can develop optimally. Not every car has a large trunk and space for a bass box. For small vehicles, free-air subwoofer well suited. These are woofers without a housing, which are designed for installation in the trunk or under the seat. 12-inch subwoofers are so handy, despite their sometimes considerable power, that a good housing is recommended in any case. For many models, the manufacturer recommends building instructions for the ideal housing, including one of our top sellers in the high-end sector."JL Audio 12W7AE".Alternatively, the housing dimensions can also be used for the "B2 Audio RAGE 12 V2" or the “Ground Zero RADIOACTIVE GZRW 12XSPL” on our product pages or calculate them. The brands mentioned offer 30cm subwoofers in first-class quality and in all performance and price ranges.

This is what matters with a 12 inch subwoofer

The power is one of the most important figures to look out for when buying a 12-inch subwoofer. The wattage describes the power handling capacity of a loudspeaker. It is important to pay attention to the “Watt RMS” specification; this unit indicates the actual rated power of the loudspeaker. The abbreviation RMS stands for "Root Mean Square". The higher the RMS value of the loudspeaker, the more powerful the bass output is with an equally powerful amplifier. In conjunction with an amplifier, these performance values ​​should be similar to one another. A high RMS value for a subwoofer with a small RMS value for the amplifier will not provide a satisfactory sound experience. It is also important to compare this RMS performance with the correct resistance. For example, to make perfect use of a 1-channel amplifier with 1000 watts RMS at 1 ohm resistance, you need a 12 inch / 30 cm subwoofer with an impedance of D2, which corresponds to 2x2 ohms. The voice coils are then connected in parallel, which gives an impedance of 1 ohm and thus the 1000 watts of the amplifier are available. For example, with two 12-inch subwoofers you need an impedance of D1 or D4 to ensure a 1-ohm amplifier connection.

12 inch subwoofer - Our professional tip:

In addition, the efficiency Another factor that is important for a 30cm subwoofer. The efficiency describes how much of the supplied electrical power the speaker converts into sound pressure. If the 30cm subwoofer is connected to an amplifier, the impedance An aspect that should not be neglected. The impedance is the electrical resistance, which in most models lies between D2 (2x2 Ohm) and D4 (2x4 Ohm). To avoid sound loss or damage to the amplifier To avoid this, it should have the same impedance value as the subwoofer.

Which manufacturers does Masori distribute?

At Masori, 30cm subwoofer currently available from the following manufacturers: Accuton, American Bass, Audio System, Avatar, B2 Audio, Blam, Cerwin Vega, DD Audio, Deaf Bonce, DLS, Edge Car Audio, ESX, Ground Zero, Hifonics, Image Dynamics, JL Audio, Kicker, Morel, Peerless by Tymphany, Pride, Rockford Fosgate, Scanspeak, Tang Band.

Conclusion

A 30cm subwoofer rounds off the sound experience in the car and ensures precise amplification of the low frequency ranges. Thanks to the different sizes and designs, every car can be equipped with an impressive sound generator. The market offers the right 12-inch subwoofer for every taste in different power ranges to breathe new life into your favorite music.