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Kenwood Excelon P-XW1221DHP

2-ohm ported enclosure with two 12" subwoofers

Item # 113PX1221H

Kenwood's Excelon Series mobile audio components feature their highest level of technology in advanced designs...

Kenwood's Excelon Series mobile audio components feature their highest level of technology in advanced designs...

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Item # 113PX1221H

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About the Kenwood Excelon P-XW1221DHP

Bob Bihlmayer

Excellence from Excelon

Kenwood's Excelon Series mobile audio components feature their highest level of technology in advanced designs that give you the great sound and quality you expect from Kenwood. Their subwoofer enclosures are built to last, with solid enclosures and subs made to kick out the jams. 

Excellence from Excelon

Kenwood's Excelon Series mobile audio components feature their highest level of technology in advanced designs that give you the great sound and quality you expect from Kenwood. Their subwoofer enclosures are built to last, with solid enclosures and subs made to kick out the jams. 

Subs built to dish it out

The P-XW1221DHP comes loaded with two 12" Excelon Series subwoofers wired for 2 ohms total impedance. Each sub's polypropylene cone features a diamond array pattern to minimize distortion, while the rubber surround and computer-optimized stress-controlled spider keep things on track. The speaker is designed to dissipate heat generated by extended high-powered use, with internal works that direct airflow to avoid overheating.

A box made to take it

The rugged enclosure is built from 5/8" MDF with a 3/4" thick internal baffle to give the subs solid support. The box's slant-back design suppresses standing waves which can interfere with bass response, and allows it to fit neatly behind the rear seat of an SUV. Rounded port corners reduce port noise and airflow resistance. The P-XW1221DHP can be used in front-facing, rear-facing, or down-firing applications. Steel-mesh grilles protect the speakers from accidental damage. 

This box handles up to 1000 watts RMS, so you'll want an amplifier with the power to get the best from this enclosure. The P-XW1221DHP is performance-matched to Kenwood's Excelon XR1001-1 amp (sold separately). Whatever power source you choose, you'll get huge bass with the performance and quality you need.

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Product highlights:

  • ported enclosure with two 12" subwoofers
  • polypropylene cone with "dual area" cap
  • stress controlled spider
  • 5/8" MDF construction with 3/4" MDF baffle
  • down-firing design for greater output and more installation flexibility
  • power handling: 1000 watts RMS (2000 watts peak)
  • frequency response: 29-300 Hz
  • total impedance: 2 ohms
  • spring-post terminals accommodate up to 8-gauge wire
  • steel-mesh grilles included
  • dimensions: 35-3/4"W x 15-13/16"H x 15-13/16"D1 x 12-9/16"D2
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # P-XW1221DHP

What's in the box:

  • Ported enclosure loaded with two 12" Excelon subwoofers
  • 2 Mounting brackets
  • Eight 1" screws
  • Warranty information

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More details on the Kenwood Excelon P-XW1221DHP

Pat M.

Features & specs

General
Woofer Size (inches) 12
Speakers Per Box 2
Woofer Material Polypropylene
Enclosure Type Ported
Color Black
Pieces in System 1
Width (inches) 35-3/4
Height (inches) 15-7/8
Depth (inches) 15-3/4
Connector Type Spring posts
Frequency Response 29-300 Hz
Power Range (Watts RMS) 1000
Maximum Wattage 2000
Sensitivity ---
Impedance 2 ohms
Parts Warranty 1 Year
Labor Warranty 1 Year

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Features

Driver: The Kenwood Excelon P-XW1221DHP ported subwoofer enclosure features 2 heavy-duty 12" drivers, internally wired for a 2Ω output, that can handle 1000W RMS with peak power up to 2000W. The injection-molded Polypropylene cones feature a dual area cap that provides the rigidity needed for high-power handing while delivering accurate bass. Other driver improvements include a computer-optimized spider, for increased mechanical durability and stress control, along with a robust thermal management system. This includes a closed yoke design with an aluminum bobbin for advanced airflow control and heat dispersion around the voice coil and spider. The 12" subwoofer drivers are protected with steel mesh grilles.

Enclosure: The P-XW1221DHP is constructed of 5/8" thick MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) with a 3/4" thick baffle, providing outstanding strength and durability for maintaining tight accurate bass at high volumes.

  • Slant Back Design: The enclosure's slant back design allows it to fit behind vehicle seats easier, and helps suppress standing waves from forming inside the enclosure.
  • Multi-Position Mounting: The enclosure is designed so that it can be mounted in a forward, rearward, or down-firing orientation. Raised "legs" on the speaker side of the enclosure allow it to sit in a down-firing position. This ensures low frequency transmission without loss, while helping protect the two 12" drivers.
  • Improved Port: The enclosure's port opening features rounded edges for reduced airflow resistance and less generated noise.

Connection: The P-XW1221DHP includes a single pair of nickel-plated spring-post connectors that can accept speaker wire up to 8AWG. The total output impedance at the connectors is 2Ω.

Specifications:

  • Driver Size: 12" (x2)
  • RMS Power: 1000W
  • Peak Power: 2000W
  • Impedance: 2Ω
  • Frequency Response: 29-300Hz

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Do these need to break in?
zachv812  Dec 06, 2020
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A
We have not received any answers from other customers on your question. I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They should be able to help answer your question.
thomas  Dec 17, 2020 (Staff)
Q
Can I mount the Amp on the back side of the Subwoofer Box?
kyle  Nov 01, 2020
1 answer
A
The box is made from MDF which is strong enough to support an amp being mounted to it.
jason  Nov 18, 2020 (Staff)
Q
What amp should I use?
brandon  Sep 16, 2020
1 answer
A
I know the box says 1000 rms but that's not what the speakers are rated for. I'd find an amp that's capable of 800 watts rms and will push them just fine.
brice  Sep 16, 2020

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