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AudioControl SPK-8S2 Spike™ Series 8" 2-ohm component subwoofer

Item # 161SPK8S2

With 350 watts of RMS power handling, the SPK-8S2 kicks out impressive lows from a small package.

With 350 watts of RMS power handling, the SPK-8S2 kicks out impressive lows from a small package.

Item # 161SPK8S2

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About the AudioControl SPK-8S2

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Product highlights:

  • 8" 2-ohm subwoofer
  • fiber matrix paper cone with mica coating
  • stamped steel frame
  • power handling: 350 watts RMS (500 watts peak)
  • frequency response: 30-500 Hz
  • sensitivity: 83.3 dB
  • top-mount depth: 4.291"
  • mounting height: 0.515" without grille, 1.5" with grille
  • cutout diameter: 7.141"
  • sealed box volume: 0.25-0.75 cubic feet
  • ported box volume: 0.5-1.0 cubic feet
  • black steel mesh grille included
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # SPK-8S2
  • Item # 161SPK8S2

What's in the box:

AudioControl SPK-8S2 owner's manual

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  • One 8" Single voice coil subwoofer
  • Grille (installed)
  • Rubber trim ring/gasket (installed)
  • Eight 1" Screws (4mm Allen head)
  • Eight M5x25mm Machine screws (4mm Allen head)
  • Eight M5 inserts
  • User guide
  • Template

More details on the AudioControl SPK-8S2

Pat M.

Product Research

Features

Power Handling: AudioControl describes the continuous power handling (RMS) as follows:

  • Min: 200 watts
  • Ideal: 350 watts
  • Max: 500 watts

Terminals: The spring post terminals accept pin connectors, single and dual banana plugs (standard ¾" wide dual banana plugs), and bare wire up to 10 gauge.

Grille: The removable grille is mounted under the rubber gasket/mounting-ring. With the grille in place the sub's mounting height is approximately 1½".

Sealed Box Volume: The recommended sealed box volume range is from 0.25 ft³ to 0.75 ft³, with 0.5 ft³ being the ideal size. Sealed enclosures provide the most control over a woofer, will handle a lot of power, and provide accurate sonic reproduction, making them suitable for all types of music.

Ported Box Volume: The recommended ported box volume range is from 0.5 ft³ to 1.0 ft³. The ideal size is 0.9 ft³ with a slot port measuring 10" x 1¾" x 28", resulting in a tuning frequency of 40 Hz and a -3 dB point of 34 Hz. Ported (or vented) enclosures typically provide better overall efficiency than sealed, maximizing bass output for a given amplifier.

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Q
What amplifier do I need to run two of these subs, both a budget option and the best option?
daniel  Oct 25, 2023
1 answer
A
Greetings Daniel. Thanks for your question. Please contact one of our advisors at 800-324-9695 for product recommendations.
thomas  Oct 25, 2023 (Staff)

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