JL Audio 13W3v3-2 W3v3 Series 13.5" 600W RMS (1200W Peak Power Handling) 2 Ohms, Single Voice Coil Car Subwoofer
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What's Inside?
- • 13.5" W3v3 Series Single Voice Coil Car Subwoofer
- • Black plastic trim ring
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose JL Audio 13W3v3-2 Component Car Subwoofer?
Tight, Clean Bass
Engineered for space-saving enclosures, the W3v3 delivers impressive output and precise sound. DMA-optimized design ensures linear motor force for tight, clean, and articulate bass with minimal distortion.
Bigger, Stronger Bass
The 13.5" mineral-filled polypropylene cone with rubber surround delivers powerful, precise, and durable bass. Moves 54% more air than the 12" model for higher efficiency and output. Includes a removable, customizable trim ring; optional steel-mesh grille inserts enhance protection and style.
Powerful, Realistic Bass
Delivers up to 600W RMS, pairing seamlessly with a wide range of vehicles and amplifiers. Precision cone design ensures smooth, low-distortion bass in both sealed and ported enclosures.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why does my 13W3v3-2 emit a heavy burning smell or hot glue odor during hard play?
The voice coil is overheating due to amplifier clipping or excessive gain settings, despite the driver's built-in **Elevated Frame Cooling**. This model handles a strict **600 watts RMS maximum**; sending it a distorted signal melts the coil insulation.
- • Can I wire two 13W3v3-2 subwoofers together to a 1-ohm stable mono amplifier?
Yes. Wiring two Single Voice Coil (SVC) 2-ohm subwoofers together in a **parallel configuration** drops the total circuit impedance down to a standard **1-ohm load**. Verify that your monoblock amplifier is fully stable at 1 ohm before running this setup.
- • Can I wire two 13W3v3-2 subwoofers together to create a 4-ohm amplifier load?
Yes. To achieve a **4-ohm final load**, you must wire the two subwoofers together in a **series configuration** (connect the amplifier's positive lead to sub 1, jumper sub 1's negative to sub 2's positive, and sub 2's negative back to the amplifier).
- • Why does my amplifier constantly click into protection mode when this single sub plays hard?
Because this is a native 2-ohm single voice coil driver, it draws heavy electrical current. If your vehicle's charging system drops below **12 volts**, or if your amplifier struggles with heat dissipation under a continuous 2-ohm load, it will trigger thermal shutdown.
- • Can I use a universal 13.5-inch aftermarket foam surround kit to repair a torn edge?
No. The 13W3v3-2 utilizes a proprietary **Nitrile Butylene Rubber (NBR) surround** molded into a specific high-roll geometry. Standard universal foam kits will completely alter the suspension compliance and ruin the driver's sound quality.
- • Why does the bass response sound completely hollow or completely cancel out inside my truck cabin?
The subwoofer is likely out of phase with the rest of your door speakers. Try flipping the positive and negative speaker wires at the amplifier terminals (**180-degree phase shift**) to see if the bass instantly aligns and impacts correctly.
- • Can I buy a standard drop-in aftermarket re-cone kit to fix a blown 13W3v3-2?
No. Third-party kits cannot replicate JL Audio's patented **Ventilated Reinforcement Collar (VRC)** system and specific basket landing dimensions. Blown units must be repaired with original parts or sent to a specialized shop for factory-spec rebuilding.
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- Diameter : 13.5 Inch
- Sensitivity : 87.63 dB
- Impedance : 2 Ohm
- Frequency Response : 20-200 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 1200 Watts
- Shallow Mount : No Inch
- Number of Voice Coils : Single
- Suggested Sealed Box Volume : 1.75 Cubic ft.
- Suggested Ported Box Volume : 2.5 Cubic ft.
- Mounting Depth : 7.63 Inches
- RMS Power Handling : 600 Watts
- Free Air : No
Features:
- Engineered for Performance: Delivers impressive output, accuracy, and sound quality at moderate power levels; ideal for space-saving sealed or ported enclosures.
- Dynamic Motor Analysis (DMA) Optimized Speakers: Ensures linear motor force across a wide range of excursions for tight, clean, and articulate bass with ultralow distortion.
- Polypropylene Cone Technology: Injection-molded, mineral-filled polypropylene cone with rubber surround provides strong, durable, and precise bass output.
- No Replacement for Displacement: 13.5" cone moves 54% more air than a 12" 12W3v3 for higher efficiency and output.
- Custom Accents: Removable, customizable mounting flange trim ring; optional steel-mesh grille inserts (sold separately).
- Powerfully Adaptable: Handles up to 600 W RMS with a wide range of vehicles and amplifiers.
- Remarkably Realistic Bass: Smooth, precise cone movement with reduced distortion; works well in sealed or ported enclosures.
Specifications:
- Size: 13.5-inch
- Impedance: 2 Ohms
- Cone Material: Mineral-filled polypropylene
- Surround Material: Rubber
- Grille: None included
- Free-Air: No
- Dual Voice Coil: No
- Sensitivity: 87.63 dB at 1 watt
- Frequency Response: 20 – 200 Hz
- Max RMS Power Handling: 600 W
- Peak Power Handling: 1200 W
- Top Mount Depth: 7 5/8 in
- Bottom Mount Depth: N/A
- Cutout Diameter: 12 3/8 in
- Frame Width: 14 in
- Frame Length: 14 in
- Vas: 131.26 liters
- Fs (Resonant Frequency): 24.7 Hz
- Qts: 0.504
- Xmax (Max Linear Excursion): 15.5 mm
- Ideal Sealed Box Volume: 1.75 cu. ft
- Ideal Ported Box Volume: 2.5 cu. ft
- UPC: 699440921565
- Weight: 10
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Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for repair within 1 year from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
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i have 2 of these in a custom box with a 2000w powerbass mono blok amp when i turn the amp all they way up i can't even sit in the car. they are the cleanest hitting subbs i've seen worth the money
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i have just one of these in my truck with a ported box. And i have a A1400 jl amp to go with it it hits so hard your insides hurt . Defintiely a great buy
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I got 1 of these to a TMA 1000.1 amp in my honda civic and it beats! def worth the price! they do tend to blow tho, on my 3rd one
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This sub hits hard just don't go any where near 1200w I blew two with a JX 1000 in about an hour off an on.The old w3 seem to take a lot more abuse. Btw these were crossed over no distortions at all sealed box thy just locked up.
