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12 Inch Car Subwoofers

A subwoofer is a speaker that reproduces low-pitched audio frequencies known as bass. The purpose of a subwoofer is to improve the overall sound quality of the music being played. Browse the top-ranked list of 12-inch car subwoofers below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Kenwood - Road Series 12" Single-Voice-Coil 4-Ohm Subwoofer - Black

    SKU: J72276SGXC

    I bought two 12 inch Kenwood subs to put in the truck of my car and they fit great. ...Kenwood 12 inch subwoofers are banging. Priced just right too. ...Kenwood 12 inch subwoofers

    Product Description

    A black single-voice-coil subwoofer delivering powerful 1000W bass with a 36-300Hz frequency response.
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    Your price for this item is $59.99
  2. KICKER - PTRTP Powered Down-Firing 12" Dual-Voice-Coil-Ohm Loaded Subwoofer Enclosure - Black

    SKU: JXHZRT85LK

    Product Description

    A black sealed enclosure subwoofer featuring a 12" dual-voice-coil design and built-in Class D amplifier.
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    Your price for this item is $549.99
  3. KICKER - CompC 12" Loaded Enclosures Single-Voice-Coil 2-Ohm Subwoofer - Black

    SKU: JXHZRT26QS

    Product Description

    A black single-voice-coil 2-ohm subwoofer with heavy MDF construction for powerful, distortion-free car audio.
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    Your price for this item is $215.99
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    The previous price was $269.99
  4. KICKER - CompC 12" Loaded Enclosures Dual Single-Voice-Coil 2-Ohm Subwoofers - Black

    SKU: JXHZRT26R3

    Car Speakers and amp

    Product Description

    A black dual single-voice-coil 2-ohm subwoofer with durable MDF construction and thick carpeting.
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    Your price for this item is $319.99
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    The previous price was $399.99
  5. KICKER - Solo-Baric L7T 12" Dual-Voice-Coil 8-Ohm Subwoofer - Black

    SKU: JXHZRT89LS

    Product Description

    A black dual-voice-coil subwoofer with a square design for powerful, distortion-free bass in your car.
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    Your price for this item is $255.99
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    The previous price was $319.99
  6. KICKER - Solo-Baric L7S 12" Dual-Voice-Coil 2-Ohm Subwoofer - Black

    SKU: JXHZRT8X4F

    Product Description

    A black square subwoofer with dual 2-ohm voice coils delivers deep, dynamic bass and 750W RMS power.
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    Your price for this item is $303.99
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    The previous price was $379.99
  7. Alpine - Halo R2-Series 12" Dual Voice Coil 4-Ohm Loaded Subwoofer Enclosure - Black

    SKU: J3XV8SKS7Y

    Car audio...For a single 12 inch subwoofer, it hits pretty good in a suv.

    Product Description

    A powerful black dual voice coil subwoofer enclosure designed to deliver deep, impactful bass in your car.
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    Your price for this item is $749.99
  8. Alpine - Next Generation S-Series 12" Dual-Voice Coil 4-Ohm Subwoofer - Black

    SKU: J3XV8SKSL4

    This speaker plus my old one really makes my car bump. It was a lot cheaper to buy the speaker by itself and get a box separately than it was to buy the speaker and box all together.

    Product Description

    A black dual-voice coil subwoofer delivering powerful, accurate bass with 600W RMS and 1800W peak handling.
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    Your price for this item is $215.99
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    The previous price was $269.99
  9. Infinity - REFERENCE 123W Reference Series 12 Inch Subwoofer INFSUBRF123W - Black/Gray

    SKU: J7LG6L9L4J

    Product Description

    A powerful 12-inch subwoofer in black and gray designed to deliver deep, impactful bass for your car.
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    Your price for this item is $179.95
  10. QPower - QTW12 Single 12" Sealed Car Audio Subwoofer Sub Box Enclosures, Pair - Charcoal Gray

    SKU: J3L3KLXG9K

    Product Description

    A pair of sealed charcoal gray MDF subwoofer enclosures designed for single 12-inch car audio subwoofers.
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    Your price for this item is $69.48
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    The previous price was $74.79

FAQ

When choosing a 12 inch car subwoofer, consider factors such as power handling (RMS and peak wattage), sensitivity rating, frequency response, voice coil configuration, and enclosure compatibility. These features determine the subwoofer’s performance and how well it integrates with your car audio system.

Yes, you can install a 12 inch subwoofer with a factory car stereo, but you may need additional components like an amplifier and a line output converter to ensure proper signal and power delivery. Professional installation is recommended for optimal sound quality and system integration.

A single voice coil (SVC) subwoofer has one set of terminals, while a dual voice coil (DVC) subwoofer has two. DVC subwoofers offer more wiring flexibility, allowing you to configure your system for different impedance loads and maximize amplifier performance.

The type of enclosure—sealed, ported, or bandpass—affects the subwoofer’s sound characteristics. Sealed enclosures provide tight, accurate bass, while ported enclosures offer louder, deeper bass. Bandpass enclosures are designed for maximum output within a specific frequency range.

Yes, an amplifier is typically required for a 12 inch car subwoofer to deliver adequate power and achieve optimal performance. Make sure to match the amplifier’s output with the subwoofer’s power handling specifications for the best sound experience.