12-inch subwoofer - impressive sound in the car

A deep and clear Bass forms the basis of an impulsive vehicle sound system. Subwoofer with an outer diameter of 30 cm have now established themselves and form the most popular size. We explain why 12 inch Subwoofer offer an optimal compromise and what to look out for when buying.. 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 provides for a Powerful sound experience within a sound system. A characteristic feature is the large diaphragm diameter, which makes the Subwoofer of high and Midrange speakers already visually different. The term Subwoofer is made up of the word "sub", which means "under", and the word "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 is too low. special attention should receive. The 30cm Subwoofer typically operates in a frequency range of 25 Hz - 100 Hz, although some models can reproduce lower tones in the range of 20 Hz or even 10 Hz. They are available individually or pre-installed in enclosures. There are basically two basic types of 12 inch cabinet subwoofers, the active and the passive. The active models are equipped with a integrated amplifier and impress with their detailed bass reproduction. Furthermore, there are three types of car subwoofers Enclosure 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 lowest tones that the human ear can perceive. The diaphragm diameter is an important factor in the production of deep sound waves in conjunction with a high volume level. A 30cm Subwoofer is able to provide fast and long-lasting bass sequences impulsively. Larger Subwoofer with a diameter of 46 cm or more produce a powerful deep bass and are usually less suitable for fast music genres 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 30cm Subwoofer is considered an all-round loudspeaker in this respect. In addition, the cone is large enough to generate an impressive sound pressure level.

Optimal compromise between space requirements and strong bass output

A large resonance chamber is necessary for the deep sound waves to develop optimally. Not every car has a large trunk and space for a bass speaker. For small vehicles Free-air subwoofer well suited. These are woofers without an enclosure that are designed for installation in the trunk or under the seat. 12 inch Subwoofer However, despite their sometimes considerable performance, they are so handy that a good housing is recommended in any case. For many models, there are manufacturer-recommended assembly instructions for the ideal housing, including for one of our top sellers in the high-end range"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" can be found on our product pages or calculated. The brands mentioned offer 30cm Subwoofer in first-class quality and in all performance and price categories.

This is what matters with a 12-inch subwoofer

Performance is one of the most important key figures to consider when buying a 12-inch Subwoofers must be observed. The watt rating 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" and means root mean square. The higher the RMS value of the loudspeaker, the more powerful the bass output will be. Amplifier possible. In conjunction with a Amplifier these power values should be similar to each other. A high RMS value for a Subwoofer with a small RMS specification for the amplifier will not provide a satisfactory sound experience. It is also important to compare this RMS power 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 / 30cm Subwoofer with an impedance of D2, which corresponds to 2x2 ohms. The voice coils are then connected in parallel, resulting in an impedance of 1 ohm and thus the 1000 watts of the amplifier. With two 12-inch subwoofers, for example, an impedance of D1 or D4 is required in order to continue using a 1 Ohm Amplifier connection.

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In addition, the Efficiency another factor that is important for a 30cm Subwoofer is important. The efficiency describes how much of the Loudspeaker from the supplied electrical power into sound pressure. If the 30cm Subwoofer at a Amplifier connected, the Impedance an aspect that should not be neglected. The impedance is the electrical resistance, which for most models is between D2 (2x2 Ohm) and D4 (2x4 Ohm). To avoid loss of sound or damage to the Amplifier To avoid this, it should have the same impedance value as the Subwoofer have.

Which manufacturers does Masori distribute?

With Masori are 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 AudioKicker, 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 speaker for every taste Subwoofer in different performance ranges to breathe new life into your favorite music.