American Bass Godfather Series 12" Subwoofer
Key features
- Subwoofer size: 12.0 inches
- RMS power per subwoofer: 3000 W
- Voice-coil options: D1, D2
- Cutout size: 11.34 inches
- Basket construction: Cast
American Bass Godfather Series 12" Subwoofer - Dual 1 Ohm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
American Bass Godfather Series 12" Subwoofer - Dual 1 Ohm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
The American Bass Godfather Series 12" Subwoofer is a high-SPL, high-power 12-inch driver built for enthusiasts who chase extreme bass, featuring an air-cooled bottom plate and a 400 oz magnet for serious motor strength.
- RMS Power: 3000W — continuous power handling for sustained, loud bass without excessive heat buildup.
- Max Power: 6000W — peak power capability for brief bursts when the music demands explosive output.
- Impedance: D1/D2 — dual voice coil configuration, allowing flexible wiring options in complex builds.
- Sensitivity: 86.3 dB — efficiency rating that informs how much amplifier power is needed to reach a given output at 1 m.
- Mounting Depth: 9.29 in — installation depth to check against trunk or enclosure mounting space.
- Cutout Size: 11.34 in — hole diameter required for proper mounting in the enclosure.
- Ported Box (ft³): 2.25–2.75 — recommended enclosure volume for a tuned ported configuration.
- Magnet Size: 400 oz — large magnet provides strong motor force for high excursion and SPL potential.
- Voice Coil Size: 4" — larger coil diameter improves heat handling and power handling capability.
- Basket Type: Cast — rigid frame to maintain alignment under high excursion and power.
- Air-Cooled Bottom Plate — active cooling helps manage heat during extended high-output playback.
- 4" Flat Wire Wound High Temp Coil — low-resistance windings designed to endure high temperatures for sustained performance.
- Multi Spider System — multiple spider sections increase mechanical control and durability under heavy cone movement.
- Double Stitched Cone — enhanced cone durability for repeated high-stress operation.
- Recommended Amp (Pair): VFL 5K / VFL 6K — matched amplification guidance for driving a pair of these woofers with confidence.
In a typical premium build, this subwoofer excels in a ported enclosure around the specified volume, delivering substantial bass output with strong thermal management and robust construction. It suits aggressive, high-power systems where durability and sustained SPL are priorities, and pairs with high-current amplifiers to maximize theGodfather’s dynamic potential.
| RMS POWER | 3000W |
| MAX POWER | 6000W |
| IMPEDANCE (OHMS) | D1/D2 |
| SENSITIVITY DB |
86.3 |
| MOUNTING DEPTH (IN) |
9.29 |
| CUTOUT SIZE (IN) | 11.34 |
| PORTED BOX (FT3) | 2.25 - 2.75 |
| MAGNET SIZE (OZ) | 400 |
| VOICE COIL SIZE | 4 |
| BASKET TYPE | CAST |
| RECOMMENDED AMP (PAIR) | VFL 5K / VFL 6K |
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Suggestions use 75–125% of the subwoofer’s RMS rating at the wiring load shown. Check wiring, enclosure needs, electrical capacity and installation space. Set gain and filters correctly to avoid overpowering the subwoofer. Buying more than one subwoofer changes the match.



