Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT

120-watt compact powered subwoofer

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The Sound Ordnance B-8PT powered subwoofer turns the hard-to-fit spots in your vehicle into potent bass bastions, adding warmth and punch to your favorite music. You can fit this compact low-frequency factory under your car seat or in an out-of-the-way location in the cab of your truck. Preamp- and speaker-level inputs allow convenient connection to just about any system, plus you can tweak the phase control, bass boost, and low-pass crossover for maximum firepower in your vehicle. A wired remote lets you take command of your bass from the driver's seat.

The B-8PT's built-in amplifier sends 120 watts RMS to the 8" subwoofer, adding high-impact low notes that'll fortify your music. The Sound Ordnance logo means you'll get more than tremendous value and reliable performance — the B-8PT is reinforced with a 3-year warranty so you can add it to your system with confidence.

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powered subwoofer
8" woofer
built-in 120 watts RMS amplifier (250 watts maximum)
frequency response: 40-200 Hz
variable low-pass crossover (80-200 Hz)
variable phase control (0-180 degrees)
bass boost control (0dB to +10dB)
preamp- and speaker-level inputs
auto turn-on switch
wired remote control
8- or 10-gauge wiring (not included) recommended
dimensions: 9-1/8"W x 3-1/4"H x 13-7/8"D
warranty: 3 years
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General
Enclosure Type Loading...	Sealed
Finish Material Loading...	Metal/plastic
Grille Loading...	Metal
Connector Type Loading...	RCA/Molex
Bi-amp Inputs Loading...	No
Woofer Size (inches) Loading...	8
Woofer Material Loading...	Aluminum
Passive Radiator Loading...	None
Width Loading...	9-1/8"
Height Loading...	3-1/4"
Depth Loading...	13-7/8"
Second Depth Loading...	N/A
Parts Warranty Loading...	3 Years
Labor Warranty Loading...	3 Years
Specifications
Frequency Response Loading...	40-200
Amplifier Power (RMS) Loading...	120 watts
Maximum Wattage Loading...	250 watts
Sensitivity Loading...	N/A
Impedance Loading...	N/A
Second Voice Coil Impedance Loading...	N/A
Crossover Point Loading...	80-200

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Amplified subwoofer
Two 15 amp ATO fuses (1 installed)
Wired remote bass control
14' Remote cable (RJ-14 plug on both ends)
8" Speaker input harness
Two 6-1/4" x 2" Self-adhesive "Hook" strips (half of the Hook and Loop combination)
3/4" Self-tapping screw (to mount wired remote)
Owner's manual
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Overview: The B-8PT amplified subwoofer features a 120-watt RMS (250-watts max) amp and an 8" sub housed in a rugged, compact enclosure designed to fit in tight spaces.

Wired Remote Control: The wired remote control puts control of your subwoofer output within easy reach. The remote can be mounted using the attached double sided tape or the included self-tapping screw. The dimensions are:

Width: 1-1/4"
Height: 1-1/4"
Depth: 1-15/16" (2-1/2" including the knob)

Mounting: The subwoofer, with its 3-1/4" height, can be mounted flat under a seat in the passenger compartment of many vehicles.

Controls

Power Mode:

Auto: amp turns on when a signal is present on the speaker-level input
Remote: amp turns on when 12 volts is applied to the remote terminal

Level: rotary dial to set the amplifier gain control

Bass EQ: bass boost; 0 to 10 dB

Phase: rotary dial to set the subwoofer phase; 0° to 180°

Frequency: rotary dial to control the low pass crossover frequency; 80 to 200 Hz

Connections

Power: power, ground, and remote inputs are on a screw terminal strip; each is 0.35" wide

Line Input: stereo RCA jacks

Speaker Input: Molex jack for included harness

Remote: 4-pin RJ-14 jack for use with included remote cable

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Video: Sound Ordnance Subwoofers

Zak Billmeier, Jo Greene

3/30/2010

based on 13 ratings (3 comments)

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Quick impressions from the Lab

Written by Robert Ferency-Viars, Staff Writer - Creative, on 12/21/2011 12:41:00 PM

I recently added the Sound Ordnance B-8PT powered sub to the back of my car, a Nissan Versa, and I'm very happy with it. It's just the right amount of bass for me, and I immediately started hearing notes that I'd never heard in my car before. If I turn up the sub, it booms really well - it's not shy! But I like my bass tighter and more focused, so I have the gain set about midway to keep it under control. It's great! The remote control knob lets me turn it down when my sons are in the car, so they don't have to put up with the pounding bass.

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5 out of 5

Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT

Written By Cosmo, Houston on Friday, April 22, 2011

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Vehicle: 2006 Subaru Baja Turbo.
System: Pioneer z130 + JL XD 400 4 ch amp+ Polk audio mm6501 front +Polk
audio mm651 rear + Sound ordinance b8pt powered sub= SOUND QUALITY!!
The highs are crystal clear and the lows are nice and deep. While this sub will not
rattle the windows and doors of your neighbors, it will play nicely and complement
the lows in a good sounding system. I did have to cut the carpet in the Baja to get
it to fit under the seats, however, the unit is low profile and should fit under most
seats. Very happy!!

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5 out of 5

Very happy! Perfect Fit!

Written By Blake, Hudson Wi on Tuesday, April 19, 2011

I started with a 1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara with an all stock sound system. I
swapped out the stock speakers for a set of kickers for the front and roll
bar. The sound was much better, but still not want a wanted. I then added a
JVC head unit whihc was a 100% improvement, but the small speakers
needed some help on the lower end. I then added this sub and BINGO! I am
right where I want to be.

The sub would not fit under any of the seats, so I put it in the back. With the
exception of bozooka tubes, there are not too many options out there for a
powered sub. It really rounds out the bass great and compliments the rest of
my system. The remote knob is a key too. I leave the power setting set at
about 80% on the unit, set my equalizer at dynamic on the head unit and then
use the knob to bring in or take away the bass as I need it.

This is not a BOOM BOOM BOOM sub, so if you 16 and your underwear is
showing, go elsewhere. But, if you more sophisticated, this just might be the
perfect fit for you.

8 out of 8 people found this helpful

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5 out of 5

Easy installation for an instant upgrade in sound

Written By Woodrahm, Atlanta,GA on Friday, April 22, 2011

Works very well in all my listening genres. Contrary to some of the reviews I rate this subwoofer as great for needed bass in any application including rap music. Not sure why someone would want sound that "rattles" which sounds like more baffling is needed, but the reproduction is accurate enough for classical, pop, jass, d&b, rock and rap. If what you hear is important to you and your passengers, and you have a stock system, this is an instant upgrade. With only 15amps needed, some truck, SUV and van rear accessory outlets that have higher amperage (the same that can power small fridges, etc) may allow you to connect directly to those accessory ports instead of having to wire all the way to the battery. I did this with mine because the rear accessory supplies 12v at 20 amps fused.

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NIce Thump

Written By JAM, Atlanta, GA on Monday, April 25, 2011

Nice well needed low end in an RX-7 convertible and it packs punch in a small
package.

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5 out of 5

awesome

Written By gmo, hilo, hi on Monday, April 25, 2011

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Awesome! Can't believe the amount of solid base that this little box produces
at any volume!

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5 out of 5

2010 Jeep Wrangler

Written By Cal, Northern VA on Monday, April 11, 2011

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After replacing my head unit and stock paper cone speakers in my jeep, I knew my
system was missing something. This woofer was the missing piece. Slides
perfectly under the passenger seat with a relatively easy install (had never installed
a woofer before) and WOW what a difference this thing makes. My system is
complete now and sounds 100x better than stock.

This sub won't rattle your ribcage or shake your windows (well maybe) like a 12''
sub, but when you crank this baby up you get some great sound and power for its
size. Nice clean, tight bass that fills out the bottom end perfectly. If you want to
wake your neighbors up when you come home, look somewhere else. But for those
of us who want to add a perfect amount of bass (and sometimes excessive amount
of bass) to your bass-shy system, this is the product for you!!

Don't hesitate, buy it now! I was on back order for nearly two months last time
before I got the subwoofer!

1 out of 1 people found this helpful

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5 out of 5

97 GMC Yukcon

Written By 911wrench, Michigan on Sunday, April 10, 2011

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I needed something small to fit under the seat of my Yukon. This sub combo did
the trick. Fits under the passenger front seat great. Has great sound and power.
Sounds great from all seating positions. More than enough power to fill the big
space the factory speakers were missing.

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5 out of 5

Another 5-star review for the pile. It definitely earns it.

Written By Archpope, Orange County, CA on Tuesday, April 12, 2011

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This sub fit under the driver's seat of my PT Cruiser perfectly. Because of that, I am
not sacrificing space at all. I had a professional install it, but in retrospect, I
probably could have handled it myself. The sound is exactly what I was looking for.
it takes the load off the rest of the speakers without being overbearing. I usually
keep the bass knob around 30%, which is just perfect to complement music
without drowning it out. And to call the price 'reasonable' is an understatement,
especially with Crutchfield throwing in the wiring kit and shipping.

1 out of 1 people found this helpful

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5 out of 5

Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT

Written By CM, San Antonio, TX on Monday, April 18, 2011

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Extremely Impressed!!
I installed this in my 1999 Ford Ranger XLT Regular Cab behind the driver's seat
and it produces the fill that was desperately needed. I was skeptical at first
because it is an 8in sub but I will tell you that it sounds better than any
other 8in that I have messed with. It requires a very small footprint which
makes it perfect for fitting in a cab that has no extra space to give.

2 out of 2 people found this helpful

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5 out of 5

Love it

Written By stevencam69, Queen's N.Y. on Sunday, April 17, 2011

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It works great, Good size. Good price, And I do not have to turn it up all the way for it to work nice.

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120-watt compact powered subwoofer

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Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT

Very happy! Perfect Fit!

Easy installation for an instant upgrade in sound

NIce Thump

awesome

2010 Jeep Wrangler

97 GMC Yukcon

Another 5-star review for the pile. It definitely earns it.

Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT

Love it

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