Pioneer TS-A301D4 Champion Series 12" 1600W Peak Power Handling with Dual 4 Ohms Voice Coil Component Car Subwoofer
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What's Inside?
- • (1) Dual 4-ohm voice coil woofer
- • (8) 1-1/8" Screws
- • Adhesive backed foam gasket
- • Warranty information
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose Pioneer TS-A301D4 Component Car Subwoofer?
Built to Hit Hard and Stay Clean
The Pioneer TS-A301D4 is made for car audio enthusiasts who want serious bass without sacrificing clarity. Its IMPP (Injection Molded Polypropylene) cone is engineered with uniform thickness, helping deliver smooth, controlled movement. That means cleaner lows, less distortion, and bass that actually feels tight instead of messy.
Flexible Power with Dual Voice Coils
This sub gives you serious flexibility thanks to its dual 4-ohm voice coil design. You can wire it down to a 2Ω load in parallel for stronger output or switch to 8Ω in series for better system matching. It’s built to adapt to different amplifier setups, so you can tune your system the way you actually want it to perform.
Flexible Installation, Real-World Performance
The TS-A301D4 also supports free-air mounting on a baffle board for custom installs, giving you more flexibility in tight or creative setups. Just keep in mind that power handling drops by about 75% (to 125 watts RMS) in that configuration. Overall, it’s a solid choice if you want balanced performance, wiring flexibility, and strong bass output in one reliable subwoofer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why does the subwoofer have almost no bass after installation?
Low bass output is often caused by incorrect voice coil wiring, reversed polarity, or improper amplifier tuning. Verify the wiring configuration and adjust the low-pass crossover and gain settings.
- • What's the correct way to wire the dual 4-ohm voice coils?
The voice coils may be wired in series or parallel depending on the amplifier's recommended impedance. Following the correct wiring diagram helps maximize performance and prevents equipment damage.
- • Why does the bass become distorted at higher volumes?
Distortion is commonly caused by amplifier clipping or gain settings that are too high. Proper amplifier tuning and clean power delivery will help produce clearer bass.
- • Can I install this in a sealed enclosure?
Yes. A properly sized sealed enclosure delivers tight, accurate bass and is ideal for balanced everyday listening.
- • Why does the amplifier keep going into protect mode?
This usually happens because of an impedance mismatch, shorted wiring, or overheating. Inspect the wiring carefully and confirm the amplifier is operating within its supported load range.
- • Why does the subwoofer make a rattling sound even though it isn't damaged?
The noise may come from loose enclosure hardware, vibrating vehicle panels, or air leaks around the speaker. Tightening the mounting screws and sealing the enclosure often eliminates the rattle.
- • Why does the cone move too much during deep bass notes?
Excessive excursion may result from an oversized enclosure, incorrect tuning, or the lack of a subsonic filter. Lowering the gain and using the recommended enclosure design can help protect the subwoofer.
- • Why does the bass seem louder outside the car than inside?
Vehicle acoustics, enclosure placement, and phase alignment can affect how bass is heard inside the cabin. Adjusting the enclosure position and tuning the system often improves in-car bass response.
- Diameter : 12 Inch
- Sensitivity : 92 dB
- Impedance : 4 Ohm
- Frequency Response : 20-1600 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 1600 Watts
- Number of Voice Coils : Dual
- Suggested Sealed Box Volume : 1.25 Cubic ft.
- Suggested Ported Box Volume : 1.5 Cubic ft.
- Mounting Depth : 6.125 Inches
- RMS Power Handling : 500 Watts
- Free Air : Yes
Features:
- Woofer Cone Construction: Features an IMPP (Injection Molded Polypropylene) cone engineered for uniform thickness, delivering improved linearity, clarity, and consistent low-frequency performance with reduced distortion.
- Dual 4Ω Voice Coil Design: Equipped with dual 4-ohm voice coils offering flexible wiring options, allowing a 2Ω configuration in parallel for higher output or an 8Ω configuration in series for system tuning and compatibility.
- Versatile Spring Post Terminals: Includes spring post terminals compatible with pin connectors, single banana plugs, or bare wire up to 10 gauge, ensuring secure and adaptable installation across various amplifier setups.
- Optimized Sealed Enclosure Performance: Designed for sealed box applications with a recommended internal volume range of 0.85 ft³ to 1.75 ft³, with 1.25 ft³ as the ideal balance for controlled, accurate, and musical bass response.
- Efficient Ported Enclosure Support: Compatible with vented enclosures ranging from 1.25 ft³ to 2.0 ft³, with 1.5 ft³ and a 3-inch diameter by 6.5-inch port recommended for enhanced bass output and improved system efficiency.
- Free-Air Installation Capability: Supports infinite baffle (free-air) mounting on a baffle board, offering flexible installation options, with power handling reduced by approximately 75% (to 125 watts RMS) in this configuration.
Specifications:
- Continuous Power Handling (RMS): 500 W
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 1.6 kHz
- Maximum Peak Power Handling - Watts: 1600 W
- Nominal Load Impedance: 4-ohm
- Sensitivity (1W/1m): 92 dB
- System-Type: Component
- Cut Out dimensions: 11.125"
- Equivalent Compliance (VAS): 37.7
- Free Air ResoNAnce (Fs): 38
- Linear Excursion (Xmax): 11.3
- Port Diameter: 3"
- Port Length: 6.5"
- Recommended Ported Box volume: 1.5 Cu Ft / 42.5 Liters
- Recommended Sealed Enclosure Volume: 1.25 Cu Ft / 35.4 Liters
- Subwoofer Mounting Depth: 6.125"
- Total Speaker "Q" (Qts): 0.73
- Basket Material: Steel
- Center Cap Material: Polypropylene
- Damper: Poly cotton
- Drive Cone Material: Cellulose Fiber
- Installation Ring: ABS
- Magnet Material: Ferrite
- Magnet Weight: 90 oz
- Surround Material: Elastic Polymer / Reinforced Fiber
- Surround Type: Rolled
- Voice Coil Bobbin: Aluminum
- Voice Coil Type: Dual
- Voice Coil wire: Copper
- Wire Terminals: Push Type
- UPC: 884938496049
- Weight: 15
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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.
