Kicker COMPVX10 Models CompVX10 / CompVX12 / CompVX15, Specifications, Wiring, Compvx Subwoofer

CompVX Subwoofer Owner’s Manual

Models: CompVX10 / CompVX12 / CompVX15

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The Kicker CompVX subwoofers were specially designed for “Livin’ Loud” out in the harsh automotive environment. CompVX subwoofers are extremely versatile and surpass the competition in a sealed or vented box. They are made of advanced materials and construction techniques to maintain optimal performance for years to come.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model	CompVX10		CompVX12	CompVX15
Nominal Impedance [Zn], ohm	2 or 4		2 or 4	2 or 4
Resonance Frequency [fs], Hz	35.4		28.5	23.7
Power Handling Watts, Peak (RMS)	1200 (600)		1500 (750)	2000 (1000)
Sensitivity [SPLo], dB @ 1W, 1m	85.7		87.1	91.6
Effective Excursion [EXmax™], in (mm)	.61 (15.4)		.61 (15.4)	.69 (17.4)
DC Resistance [Re], ohm	3.40		3.70	4.2
Mechanical Q-Factor [Qms]	10.754		10.098	7.521
Electrical Q-Factor [Qes]	.419		.396	.222
Total Q-Factor [Qts]	.403		.381	.216
Equivalent Volume [Vas], ft³ (L)	.811	(22.99)	2.04 (57.82)	5.5 (156.71)
Net Displacement, in³ (cc)	92.7	(1519)	105 (1720.6)	179 (2933.3)
Outer Frame Diameter, in (cm)	10-11/16 (27.1)		12-9/16 (31.8)	15-7/16 (39.2)
Hole Cut-Out Diameter, in (cm)	9-3/16 (23.3)		11-1/16 (28)	13-13/16 (35)

CompVX subwoofers are available with dual 2Ω (ohm) or dual 4Ω voice coils. Both coils must be connected to a source of amplifi cation. The dual 2Ω woofer will generate a 1Ω load if the coils are wired in parallel or a 4Ω load in series. The dual 4Ω woofer will provide a 2Ω load wired in parallel or 8Ω load wired in series. The terminals with the white dots are for the fi rst voice coil. The terminals with solid-red and solid-black markings are for the second voice coil. See Figure 1.

SEALED ENCLOSURE APPLICATIONS

The CompVX generates more sound pressure than competing subwoofers on the market and excels when used in the recommended sealed boxes. These sealed enclosure designs give the smoothest response with increased energy at the lowest frequencies, 20 to 30Hz. These designs deliver massive amounts of highly-accurate bass and can be driven with punishing levels of amplifi er power.

Sealed Compact			Sealed SQ
Model	Volume ft3 (L)	Power Handling	Model	Volume ft3 (L)	Power Handling
CompVX10	.8 (22.7)	600W RMS	CompVX10	3 (85)	300W RMS
CompVX12	1 (28.3)	750W RMS	CompVX12	4.6 (130)	300W RMS
CompVX15	1.8 (51)	1000W RMS	CompVX15	5.2 (147)	500W RMS

Panel Dimensions for Compact Sealed Enclosures using 3/4” (1.9cm) thick MDF (See Figure 2)

Model	Volume ft3 (L)	Panel A in. (cm)	Panel B in. (cm)	Panel C in. (cm)
CompVX10	.8 (22.7)	13.5x13.5 (34.3x34.3)	13.5X10.125 (34.3X25.7)	12X10.125 (30.5X25.7)
CompVX12	1 (28.32)	14.5x14.5 (36.8x36.8)	14.5X11 (36.8X27.9)	13X11 (33X27.9)
CompVX15	1.8 (51)	17.25x17.25 (43.8x43.8)	17.25X13.5 (43.8X34.3)	15.75X13.5 (40X34.3)

The CompVX high performance suspension system can operate in a larger sealed enclosure. This maximum enclosure volume application is ideal for SQ (ultra sound quality) installations. The SQ enclosure generates a very fl at response curve and superbly extends the subbass response.

Mounting Depth, in (cm) 5-15/16 (15.1) 6-11/16 (16.9) 8-1/2 (21.5)

Note: All specifi cations and performance fi gures are subject to change. Please visit www.kicker.com for the most current information. To get the best performance from your new KICKER Subwoofer, we recommend using genuine KICKER Accessories and Wiring. Please allow two weeks of break-in time for the subwoofer to reach optimum performance.

WIRING

Parallel Wiring	Figure 1	Series Wiring
Dual 2Ω Voice Coils = 1Ω Load		Dual 2Ω Voice Coils = 4Ω Load
Dual 4Ω Voice Coils = 2Ω Load		Dual 4Ω Voice Coils = 8Ω Load
Coil 1+		Coil 1+

Coil 2- Coil 1- Coil 2- Coil 1-

CompVX woofers perform well in any size sealed enclosure between the Compact and SQ volume recommendations. These systems will exhibit benefi ts of both designs: Compact produces high-impact bass,

and SQ generates low bass frequency protraction. Overall, the system will sound more like the recommended enclosure design it is closest to in enclosure volume. These enclosure recommendations have been calculated with the airspace inside the enclosure and include the displacement of the woofer. All sealed-enclosure airspace should be fi lled to 50% loose poly-fi l (polyester fi berfi ll) stuffi ng. Do not make the airspace greater than the SQ, maximum enclosure volume, recommendation.

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