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Black 12-inch car subwoofer with silver cone and vented motor structure

KICKER

KICKER CVT12 CompVT 12-Inch 4 Ohm SVC car subwoofer

SKU CH-EBA4-902R8

A slimline 12-inch subwoofer with a four-layer voice coil and SoloKon cone handles 450 watts RMS in a shallow 11.1 cm mounting depth

  • Product typeSubwoofers
  • Slim 11.1 cm mounting depth fits tight enclosures
  • 450 W RMS power handling drives serious output
  • 1 dB sensitivity extracts more volume per watt
  • Four-layer voice coil handles heat during extended play
  • Works in sealed or ported boxes from 27.9 L to 130 L

KICKER CVT12 12-Inch Subwoofer

The KICKER CVT12 is a slimline 12-inch car subwoofer built for installations where mounting depth is limited. Its four-layer voice coil and SoloKon cone handle serious power without the bulk of a standard driver. The 4 Ohm single voice coil configuration suits a wide range of amplifier setups. It is not for buyers who need a shallow-mount unit under 11 cm depth or a dual voice coil model for wiring flexibility.

Sustained Power Handling 225-450 Watts RMS

Continuous output stays within the 225 to 450 watt RMS range, so the driver keeps its composure during extended bass passages rather than only brief peaks. The four-layer voice coil dissipates heat efficiently, reducing thermal compression when the system runs loud for long periods. Peak capability reaches 900 watts per ANSI/CTA-2031-A for short transients. It is not for systems that demand continuous output above 450 watts RMS without thermal risk.

Sealed or Ported Enclosure Thermals

The subwoofer performs best in a sealed box between 1 and 4.6 cubic feet or a ported box between 1.75 and 2.25 cubic feet, where airflow and box tuning keep the motor cool under load. Sensitivity of 87.1 dB at 1 watt and 1 metre means moderate amplifier power produces usable output, limiting excess current draw. Mounting depth of 11.1 cm fits tight spaces while the 28.1 cm cutout diameter is standard. It is not for free-air or infinite-baffle installations that lack enclosure loading.

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Price $134.99
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Product typeSubwoofers

Questions about this item

Does the 4-ohm single voice coil run hot or draw heavy current when driven at 450 watts RMS all day?

The 4-ohm SVC design keeps impedance stable at 3.695 ohms DC resistance, and the 450-watt RMS thermal limit is rated for continuous use with proper enclosure loading.

What amplifier specs do I need to power this 12-inch subwoofer properly?

An amplifier delivering 225 to 450 watts RMS into a 4-ohm load is required to match the subwoofer's recommended power range.

Will this 12-inch driver fit in the same sealed box I used for my old 10-inch subwoofer?

The minimum sealed volume is 1 cubic foot (27.9 L) and the mounting diameter is 11 inches (28.1 cm), so your existing box must meet or exceed those dimensions.

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