Rockford Fosgate T2S2-16 Power T2 Series 16" 2500W RMS 2 Ohms, Single Voice Coil Car Subwoofer
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What's Inside?
- • (1) 16" Single voice coil 2-ohm subwoofer
- • (12) Allen head screws
- • Trim ring (attached)
- • Allen head bit
- • Installation/Operation manual (English/ French/ Spanish/ German)
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose Rockford Fosgate T2S2-16 Component Car Subwoofer?
Massive Bass Authority That Takes Over Your Ride
The Rockford Fosgate T2S2-16 is built for serious bass lovers who want deep, powerful low-end that completely transforms their listening experience. Its advanced multi-layer cone design with glass fiber and aramid honeycomb keeps things ultra rigid so your bass stays clean even at high volume. Combined with CEA-2031-certified power handling and Klippel-verified tuning, this sub is engineered to stay controlled, accurate, and consistent no matter how hard you push it.
Big Air Movement With Smart Acoustic Design
This sub is not just about size, it is about how efficiently it moves air and delivers impact. The VAST surround technology increases effective cone area without needing a bigger basket, giving you stronger bass output in the same footprint. The injection-molded foam surround also improves responsiveness, so every hit feels faster, tighter, and more punchy inside your vehicle.
Built for Flexibility, Control, and Real Install Freedom
Rockford Fosgate made this sub easy to integrate into serious builds without limiting your options. The FlexFit mounting system allows slight adjustments for better alignment during installation, while the spring-loaded terminals support up to 8-gauge wire for secure power delivery. It performs best in both sealed setups for tight accuracy or ported enclosures for deeper, more powerful bass depending on how you want your system to hit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why isn't the bass as strong as expected?
Check the enclosure volume, amplifier output, polarity, and gain settings. The wrong box can noticeably reduce bass performance and overall output.
- • What amplifier power should I use?
It handles up to 2,500 watts RMS, so use an amplifier capable of delivering substantial clean power at the 2-ohm load.
- • How much enclosure space does it need?
A sealed enclosure around 2.4 cubic feet is recommended. The ported design requires substantially more airspace and careful tuning.
- • Why is the port making a chuffing noise?
Incorrect port dimensions or excessive air velocity can cause noise. Check the port size, length, and enclosure tuning carefully.
- • Why does the enclosure seem too large?
This is a massive 16-inch woofer with a deep 10.47-inch mounting depth. Its enclosure naturally requires considerable space and clearance.
- • Why does the vehicle rattle at high volume?
The large cone area and high power output can vibrate panels and trim. Tighten loose hardware and add sound-deadening material where needed.
- • Why does it distort when I turn the volume up?
Clipping, excessive gain, or insufficient electrical power can cause distortion. Lower the gain and verify stable amplifier and battery voltage.
- • Why does it sound different in a sealed and ported box?
Sealed boxes provide tighter, controlled bass, while ported designs can produce stronger low-frequency output. Proper volume and tuning are essential.
- • Why is the bass weaker inside the cabin?
Vehicle acoustics, enclosure placement, and orientation affect cabin response. Try repositioning the enclosure and check polarity for phase cancellation.
- • What should I check if there is little or no bass?
Check the amplifier, fuse, speaker wiring, terminals, polarity, and crossover settings. Also verify the 2-ohm load and enclosure connections.
- Diameter : 16 Inch
- Maximum Power : 5000 Watts
- Sensitivity : 87 dB
- Impedance : 2 Ohm
- Frequency Response : 21-250 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 5000 Watts
- Top Mount Depth : 10.47 Inches
- Shallow Mount : No Inch
- Number of Voice Coils : Single
- Suggested Sealed Box Volume : 2.4 Cubic ft.
- Suggested Ported Box Volume : 4.4 Cubic ft.
- Mounting Depth : 10.47 Inches
- RMS Power Handling : 2500 Watts
Features:
- Advanced Multi-Layer Composite Cone Engineering: The Rockford Fosgate T2S2-16 features a three-layer cone structure combining glass fiber, aramid honeycomb, and glass fiber with an aluminum dust cap, delivering exceptional rigidity and reduced distortion under high-output conditions.
- Expanded Acoustic Efficiency VAST Surround Technology: Vertical Attach Surround Technique (VAST) increases effective cone radiating area without enlarging the basket, while injection-molded foam surround construction enhances responsiveness and improves overall bass efficiency.
- High-Current Spring Loaded Terminal System: Equipped with spring-loaded terminals capable of accepting up to 8-gauge bare wire, ensuring secure connections and stable power transfer for demanding high-performance audio applications.
- CEA-2031 Certified Continuous Power Reliability: Designed to meet CEA-2031 standards, this subwoofer is engineered for consistent power handling under continuous load, ensuring dependable long-term performance without compromise.
- Precision Optimized Klippel Verified Motor Structure: Utilizing Klippel laser analysis, the motor assembly, suspension, and voice coil alignment are precisely tuned to minimize distortion and deliver highly accurate low-frequency output.
- Flexible Installation with FlexFit Mounting System: Slotted FlexFit basket design allows slight positional adjustments during installation, improving alignment accuracy and simplifying integration into various enclosure types.
- High-Control Sealed Enclosure Performance Design: Optimized for sealed box applications with a recommended internal volume of 2.4 cubic feet, delivering tight, controlled bass response with balanced acoustic damping characteristics.
- High-Output Ported Enclosure Capability: Engineered for vented enclosure setups with increased internal volume support, providing deeper bass extension and improved efficiency when properly tuned for performance applications.
Specifications:
- Nominal Impedance: 2-Ohms
- 2500 Watts RMS
- 5000 Watts Peak
- Speaker Connector: 8 AWG slot loaded
- Voice Coil Diameter: 3.96" (100 mm)
- CEA-2031 Compliant: CEA-2031 Guidelines
- Fs (Hz): 28.5
- Qes: 0.56
- Qms: 3.76
- Le (mH): 0.91
- Vas (Liters): 90.1
- Size: 16"
- Qts: 0.49
- Magnet Weight: 529 oz. (15 Kg)
- Xmax (mm): 34
- Sd (cm2): 1034
- Re (Ohms): 1.6
- SPL (dB @ 1w/1m): 90
- SPL (dB @ 2.8v/1m): 93
- Subwoofer Type: Standard
- Voice Coil Type: Single Voice Coil
- Mounting Depth: 10.47 in. (266 mm)
- Woofer Displacement: 0.289 cu. ft. (8.2 Liters)
- Cutout Diameter: 15.04 in. (382 mm)
- Sealed Box Volume (Vb): 2.4 cu. ft. (67.9 Liters)
- Vented Box Volume (Vb): 5.5 cu. ft. (155 Liters)
- Shipping Weight: 100.80 Lbs. (45.7 Kg.)
- UPC: 780687343552
- Weight: 34
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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 replacement within 2 Year(s) from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.