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Subwoofer Features
Enclosure Compatibility
Subwoofer Features
Polypropylene Cone: The Kicker Comp subwoofer's super-rigid
injection-molded polypropylene cone features 360-degree back bracing to
completely eliminate flex and distortion.
Ribbed Foam Surround: The optimized ribbed foam surround allows
extended cone excursion for additional bass output and higher SPL. The surround
is double-stitched to the cone to add a mechanical fastener to the chemical
adhesives. This prevents the cone and surround from separating in the harshest
conditions.
Spiralead Tinsel Leads: The Kicker Comp subwoofer features
durable Spiralead tinsel leads, which are woven into the woofer's
progressive-roll polycotton spider, for added strength and reliability.
Steel Basket with Vented Pole Piece: The Kicker Comp subwoofer
features a resilient, steel basket with coil-cooling perimeter venting and a
vented pole piece for heat dissipation, so the high-temperature voice coil stays
cool.
Speaker Terminals: The spring-loaded, nickel-plated
terminals provide solid connections for speaker wire up to 10-gauge. Single
banana plugs and pin connectors will also fit.
Rubber Magnet Boot: A black rubber boot covers the outside
edge of the magnet structure to improve the cosmetics of the woofer and protect
the magnet during installation.
Enclosure
Compatibility
Enclosure Versatility: The Kicker Comp subwoofer is versatile,
performing in vented or sealed enclosures, and in free-air applications as well.
Sealed Enclosure Applications:
A sealed enclosure design gives the smoothest response with increased energy at
the lowest frequency between 20 to 30 Hz.
- Compact (minimum enclosure
volume): 0.5 cu/ft
-
SQ (maximum enclosure volume):
1.2 cu/ft
Recommended Vented Box
Volume: A vented enclosure design is
the choice for loud, high-performance bass for SPL contests.
- Compact: 0.66 cu/ft with a 1.5" x 8" slot port opening that
is 18" in depth
-
SQ: 1.2 cu/ft with a 1.5" x 8" slot port opening that is
12.25" in depth
Note: The SQ enclosures generates a flatter response curve and
extends sub-bass response.
Infinite Baffle Mounting: The Kicker Comp subwoofer does not require a
sealed or vented enclosure for good bass performance. The Comp subwoofer is
designed to also be used as a free-air driver. The infinite baffle mounting
method effectively utilizes the rear deck and trunk space of most sedan type
vehicles.
