JL Audio CLS112RG-W7AE ProWedge 12" 1000W RMS (2000W Peak Power Handling) 3 Ohm, Sealed Enclosed Car Subwoofers
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What's Inside?
- • Sealed enclosure containing a W7AE subwoofer
- • Aluminum bar grille (installed)
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose JL Audio CLS112RG-W7AE Enclosed Car Subwoofer?
Detail and Smooth Response
The JL Audio CLS112RG-W7AE is a top-of-the-line loaded subwoofer enclosure designed to deliver uncompromising bass performance for car audio enthusiasts. This premium enclosure houses a single 12-inch W7AE subwoofer, known for its legendary deep and accurate bass capabilities.
The CLS112RG-W7AE features a sealed design, maximizing the subwoofer's potential and delivering tight, controlled bass response while minimizing unwanted resonances. Crafted with high-quality materials, the enclosure ensures durability and superior sound quality, creating an immersive and impactful listening experience.
With a sleek black carpet finish and a prominent JL Audio logo, the CLS112RG-W7AE boasts a stylish appearance that seamlessly integrates into any vehicle interior. Despite its impressive power-handling capability, the enclosure's compact design allows for flexible installation in limited spaces.
Three Solid Aluminum Bars
Whether you're a fan of punchy beats or intricate bass lines, this loaded enclosure caters to a wide range of musical preferences, making it an ideal choice for various genres and audio setups. Its ability to reproduce bass with exceptional depth and precision set it apart as a premium solution for upgrading your car's audio system.
The JL Audio CLS112RG-W7AE loaded enclosure is the epitome of performance and style, delivering powerful and accurate bass that will elevate your car audio experience to new heights. For audiophiles seeking the perfect balance between impact and finesse, this loaded enclosure is a testament to JL Audio's commitment to high-end audio excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why is my amplifier overheating or cutting into protection mode when running this single enclosure?
The CLS112RG-W7AE uses an uncommon 3-ohm nominal impedance. If your amplifier is not rated to handle a 3-ohm or lower load safely, it will draw excessive current, causing it to overheat or trigger its protection circuit.
- • Why does the enclosure slide or tilt backward aggressively when I accelerate hard?
Weighing nearly 82 pounds and featuring a top-heavy motor design with a wedge-angled back, this enclosure has a high center of gravity. To prevent it from sliding, shifting, or flipping during sudden driving maneuvers, it must be physically bolted or heavily strapped down to the vehicle's chassis.
- • Can I wire a second CLS112RG-W7AE enclosure to my monoblock amp to double the bass?
Yes, but you must check your amplifier's impedance capabilities first. Wiring two of these 3-ohm enclosures in parallel drops the total electrical resistance to 1.5 ohms. You must ensure your monoblock amplifier is explicitly rated stable down to 1.5 ohms or 1 ohm to prevent equipment damage.
- • How do I remove the subwoofer from the ProWedge box to inspect the wiring? Standard screws are missing.
The W7 speaker utilizes a hidden clamping design. You must pry off the outer bright anodized aluminum surround trim ring to reveal the hidden O-ring and proprietary clamping hardware. Removing these components will allow access to the 12 mounting screws securing the driver to the baffle.
- • The foam edge of my W7 is starting to fray, but JL Audio doesn't sell a recone kit. How do I fix it?
JL Audio does not sell standalone DIY recone kits to consumers. Because the OverRoll surround is complex and integrated with the frame, you must either ship the driver to an authorized repair center for factory-rebuilding or purchase a specialized aftermarket W7 refoam kit.
- • Why does the subwoofer cone vibrate rapidly on low-frequency notes even when the volume knob is low?
In a sealed enclosure like the ProWedge, this erratic fluttering is often caused by omitting a Low-Pass Filter (LPF) or an unmuted subsonic signal leaking into the amp. Ensure your amplifier's LPF is turned on and set to roughly 80Hz–85Hz with a steep 24dB slope to filter out unwanted higher frequencies.
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- Diameter : 12 Inch
- Sensitivity : 86 dB
- Impedance : 3 Ohm
- Frequency Response : 18-200 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 2000 Watts
- Number Of Subwoofers : 1
- Enclosure Type : Sealed
- RMS Power Handling : 1000 Watts
Features:
- High-Output Ported Bass: Ported enclosure with one 12" W7AE subwoofer delivers deep, powerful low frequencies with maximum impact.
- Durable MDF Construction: 5/8" medium-density fiberboard wrapped in gray carpet ensures long-lasting strength and minimal resonance.
- Reinforced Mounting Baffle: 1" MDF baffle covered in black carpet provides secure subwoofer placement and improved sound integrity.
- Optimized Impedance: 3-Ohm total impedance maximizes amplifier efficiency and power delivery.
- Exceptional Power Handling: 400–1,000 watts RMS (2,000 watts peak) for high-output, distortion-free performance.
- Wide Frequency Range: 18–200 Hz frequency response delivers deep, full-range bass.
- High Sensitivity: 86 dB ensures strong output even with moderate amplifier power.
- Spacious Design: 34-7/8" W x 16-7/8" H x 20-3/8" D1 x 14-1/2" D2 for big bass impact while maintaining structured installation.
Specifications:
- Woofer Size (inches): 12
- Woofer Material: Polypropylene
- Enclosure Type: Sealed
- Color: Black
- Pieces in System: 1
- Width (inches): 21-3/8
- Height (inches): 16-5/8
- Depth (inches): 17-1/8
- Connector Type: 5-way posts
- Frequency Response: 18-200 Hz
- Power Range (Watts RMS): 1000
- Maximum Wattage: 2000
- Sensitivity: 86 dB
- Impedance: 3 ohms
- UPC: 699440932714
- Weight: 20
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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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AMAZING SUBWOOFER! The only problem is FINDING A REASONABLE AMP! First choice should be the JL 1000.1 or the G-Max Mono Block 1000W. Next go with the Phoenix Gold RSd1200.1 You will have the best bass you've ever heard and it will POUND!
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this thing is unreal I have 2 of these but am only running 1 in my tahoe rite now with a JL 1/1000 I can't see anyone being disapponted with this except they are kinda pricee but no doubt a bad ass sub!!!
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I have this paired with a JL Slash 1000/1. This is the best bass setup I've ever owned. It has an amazing ability to achieve high volume and clarity. This setup has high fidelity and the capabilty of rocking your soul!
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Tossed this into my car, paired it with an HD900/5 along with the speakers. Sound quality's a dream – every low frequency comes through crystal clear.. It's a bit weighty, but the design makes flipping it over a real challenge. Couldn't be happier!