Enclosed Subwoofers 101

An enclosed subwoofer is a box with a subwoofer already installed. The advantage to buying an enclosed sub is that the manufacturer made the sub, then designed and built the box as a perfect match, so you'll get the best possible performance. Every enclosed sub has a maximum RMS power handling rating, so pair it with an amp with a similar RMS power rating to get the best performance.

Our take on the Kicker 40DCWS122

by John Pollard

A match made in heaven...or Oklahoma

Kicker's 40DCWS122 loaded enclosure puts a pair of thumping 12" CompS subs behind your music. The rugged ported box was designed specifically for the subs, so you can count on getting maximum performance, no matter what kind of tunes you enjoy.

Side-view of Kicker 40DCWS122 dual 12" sub enclosure

The specially designed port gives you more bass without sounding sloppy.

Two hard-hitting CompS subs

Each 12" CompS sub features a flex-resistant polypropylene cone for hard-hitting lows without distortion, with a ribbed foam surround that promotes long excursion and helps to keep the cones on target. A heavy-duty steel basket provides a reliable foundation for big bass, and extensive venting ensures long-lasting performance that won't break down when the bass gets heavy.

Heavy-duty enclosure

Sturdy medium-density fiberboard ensures long-lasting performance from the enclosure, and the special-design side port delivers more bass without getting sloppy. The enclosure's 2-ohm impedance draws maximum power from your mono amplifier.

Highlights:

ported enclosure with two 12" CompS subwoofers
medium-density fiberboard construction covered with carpet
2-ohm total impedance
power handling: 100-600 watts RMS (1200 watts peak power)
frequency response: 27-500 Hz
sensitivity: 99.9 dB
32-3/8"W x 16"H x 17-3/8"D1 x 14"D2
warranty: 1 year
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Preliminary info from the manufacturer

Our Product Research team will verify these specs and supply more detailed information once we receive the product.

Features and Specs

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