Kicker 44CWCS124 CompC Series 12" 300W RMS (600W Peak Power Handling) 4 Ohms, Single Voice Coil Component Car Subwoofer
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What's Inside?
- • 12" CompC Series Single Voice Coil Component Car Subwoofer
- • (2) Kicker decals
- • Template on box lid
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose Kicker 44CWCS124 Component Car Subwoofer?
Precision Bass Engineering for Powerful Performance
Featuring an injection-molded polypropylene cone and ribbed foam surround, this subwoofer is built for durability, accuracy, and smooth cone control—delivering deep, distortion-free bass that enhances every listening experience.
High-Power Performance with Deep, Accurate Bass
Delivering 300 watts RMS and 600 watts peak power, this subwoofer produces powerful, room-filling bass with precision. Its wide frequency response of 27–500 Hz ensures every low note is reproduced with clarity and impact, bringing your music to life with depth and detail.
Efficient Design for Powerful, Easy Integration
With an impressive 88.3 dB sensitivity rating, this subwoofer delivers loud, clear, and distortion-free bass while maximizing amplifier efficiency. Its compact 5-3/8-inch top-mount depth allows for versatile installation in a wide range of enclosures, ensuring a perfect fit and seamless integration into any car audio setup.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why does it produce weak bass after installation?
Weak bass is commonly caused by incorrect enclosure size, reversed speaker polarity, or improper amplifier tuning. Verify the box specifications, crossover settings, and wiring before adjusting the amplifier gain.
- • Can I use this in a sealed or ported enclosure?
Yes. It is designed to perform well in both enclosure types when built according to the recommended internal volume and tuning specifications.
- • Why does my amplifier go into protection mode when I increase the volume?
This usually happens because of an impedance mismatch, faulty wiring, or amplifier overheating. Check all electrical connections and verify that the amplifier supports the final speaker load.
- • Can I connect this to my factory car stereo?
Yes. An external amplifier is required, and many factory head units also need a line output converter to provide a compatible audio signal.
- • Why does the bass sound distorted at higher listening levels?
Amplifier clipping, excessive gain, or incorrect crossover settings are the most common causes. Proper tuning will produce cleaner bass and reduce the risk of damaging the subwoofer.
- • Does it require a break-in period?
Yes. Playing music at moderate volume for several hours allows the suspension to loosen naturally and improves bass response over time.
- • Why is there a rattling sound coming from my trunk?
Loose trim panels, license plates, or enclosure hardware often vibrate during heavy bass. Tightening loose components and adding sound-deadening material can significantly reduce unwanted noise.
- • Can I use an amplifier with more RMS power than the subwoofer is rated for?
Yes. A properly adjusted amplifier with clean output is generally safer than an underpowered amplifier driven into clipping.
- • Why does the cone move but produce almost no bass?
This often indicates incorrect crossover settings, reversed polarity, or an air leak in the enclosure. Inspect the amplifier settings and verify all speaker connections before troubleshooting further.
- • Can I wire two subwoofers to one mono amplifier?
Yes. Calculate the combined impedance before wiring them together and make sure it is within the amplifier's supported operating range.
- Diameter : 12 Inch
- Sensitivity : 88.3 dB
- Depth : 5-3/8 Inch
- Impedance : 4 Ohm
- Frequency Response : 27-500 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 600 Watts
- Top Mount Depth : 5-3/8 Inches
- Shallow Mount : No Inch
- Number of Voice Coils : Single
- Suggested Sealed Box Volume : 1.25-3.50 Cubic ft.
- Suggested Ported Box Volume : 1.75-2.25 Cubic ft.
- Mounting Depth : 5-3/8 Inches
- RMS Power Handling : 300 Watts
- Free Air : Yes
Features:
- Injection-Molded Polypropylene Cone: Crafted with an injection-molded polypropylene cone, this subwoofer ensures durability and precision in bass reproduction, providing deep and accurate lows with minimal distortion.
- Ribbed Foam Surround: The ribbed foam surround enhances excursion capabilities and maintains cone stability, resulting in precise and distortion-free bass response, enriching your audio experience.
- High Power Handling: With a power handling capacity of 300 watts RMS and peak power handling of 600 watts, this subwoofer delivers robust and dynamic bass performance, filling any space with immersive sound.
- Wide Frequency Response: Experience a broad frequency response ranging from 27 to 500 Hz, ensuring accurate and detailed bass reproduction across the entire frequency spectrum, allowing you to feel the music.
- Impressive Sensitivity: Boasting a sensitivity rating of 88.3 dB, this subwoofer efficiently converts power into sound, delivering loud and clear bass with minimal distortion, even at high volumes.
- Optimal Mounting Depth: With a top-mount depth of 5-3/8 inches, this subwoofer is designed for easy installation in various enclosures, ensuring seamless integration into your car audio system.
- Versatile Enclosure Options: Recommended sealed box volume of 1.25 - 3.50 cubic feet or ported box volume of 1.75 - 2.25 cubic feet, providing flexibility to suit your audio preferences and spatial constraints.
- Grille Not Included: Note that a grille is not included with this subwoofer, giving you the freedom to customize its appearance to match your personal style and preferences, adding a touch of uniqueness to your audio setup.
Specifications:
- Size (IN.,CM): 12, 30
- Impedance: 4 Ohm SVC
- Max Rec Amplifier Power (WATTS PEAK/RMS)*: 600/300
- Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m): 88.3
- Frequency Response (Hz): 27-500
- Mounting Depth (in, cm): 5-3/8, 13.6
- Mounting Cutout (in, cm): 11, 27.9
- Min Sealed Box Vol (cu. ft, L): 1.25, 35.4
- Max Sealed Box Vol (cu. ft, L): 3.5, 99.1
- Min Vented Box Vol (cu. ft, L): 1.75, 49.6
- Max Vented Box Vol (cu. ft, L): 2.25, 63.7
- UPC: 713034078951
- Weight: 8.5
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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.
