Free Shipping On Orders of $100 or More!

DC Audio

DC Audio RS 12" Subwoofer

Regular price $464.99
Shipping calculated at checkout.

Key features

  • Subwoofer size: 12.0 inches
  • RMS power per subwoofer: 1800 W
  • Voice-coil options: D0.7, D1, D1.4, D2, D4
  • Motor diameter: 220 mm
  • Shorting ring: 5 mm aluminum
  • Voice coil: four-layer high-temperature round wire

Coil Configuration

Description

The DC Audio RS 12" Subwoofer is a purpose-built bass machine in the RSm2 line, engineered for extreme low-end authority with a forced cooling design that uses radial venting around a solid pole to move 100% of the internal motor air across the coil.

  • Extremely rigid non-pressed paper cone assembly: Minimizes coning flex under high power for tighter, more controlled bass.
  • Multilayered polymer foam surround: Supports linear cone travel and reduces distortion at deep excursions.
  • Polypropylene dust cover with DC logo: Protects the motor chamber while adding minimal acoustic damping.
  • Triple Stiff 8"OD semi cup progressive roll spiders: Keeps the voice coil centered during heavy bass peaks and high excursion.
  • Dual Extra heavy duty interweaved tinsel lead wire: Handles high current with durability for demanding amps.
  • Cast aluminum black frame / no invert mount: Rugged, thermally stable chassis with a straightforward mounting orientation.
  • FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly – Fully CNC machined: Precise tolerances and optimized magnetic gap for consistent performance.
  • Rubber mounting gasket: Assists with vibration isolation and installation sealing.
  • Chrome spring loaded push terminals: Secure, easy-to-use electrical connections for reliable high-power operation.
  • Dual 1.0 or 2.0 ohm 3" Hi-temp voice coil: Impedance flexibility with elevated temperature resistance for sustained power handling.
  • Dual 220mm Y35 magnets: High-strength magnet structure enabling strong motor force and controlled excursion.
  • 12" mounting depth / cutout / outside diameter / voice coil diameter / displacement / power handling / enclosure guidance: Mounting depth 7"; Cutout 11"; Outside diameter 12.5"; VC diameter 3.0"; Displacement 0.17 ft³; Power handling 1800W RMS / 3600W peak; Sealed box 1.0 ft³; Ported box 1.5 ft³.

The RS 12" excels in high-power car audio builds where enclosure size and reliability matter. Its forced-cooling design helps sustain performance, while the large displacement and robust motor/coil assembly deliver authoritative bass in a 12" footprint. The enclosure recommendations provide clear paths for sealed or ported configurations that suit aggressive urban setups or dedicated SPL installations.


RS-Subwoofer 10" 12"
Mounting Depth 6.25" 7"
Mounting Hole Diameter 9.35" 11"
Outside Driver Diameter 11" 12.5"
VC Diameter 3.0" 3.0"
Displacement .16 ft³ .17 ft³
Power Handling rms/peak 1800/3600 1800/3600
Ohm Options d1/d2 d1/d2
Sd 324.29 cm² 494.81 cm²
Vas 5.39 L 00.00 L
Cms 0.036Mm/n 0.000 Mm/n
Mms 405.41 g 000.00 g
Fs 41.59 Hz 0.00 Hz
Bl 30.72 N/A 00.00 N/A
Re 3.83 Ohm 0.00 Ohm
Le 4.54 mH 0.0 mH
Qms 8.19 00.00
Qes 0.43 0.00
Qts 0.408 0.000
Xmax 24mm 24mm
Ref SPL @1 watt 81.3 db 00.0db
Suggest Sealed Box .75 ft³ 1.0 ft³
Suggested Ported Box 1.0 ft³ 1.5 ft³

RS-Subwoofer 15" 18"
Mounting Depth 8.25" 9.25"
Mounting Hole Diameter 14.0" 16.75"
Outside Driver Diameter 15.7" 18.5"
VC Diameter 3.0" 3.0"
Displacement .22 ft³ .24 ft³
Power Handling rms/peak 1800/3600 1800/3600
Ohm Options d1/d2 d1/d2
Sd 791 cm² 1159 cm²
Vas 00.00 L 000.00 L
Cms 0.00 Mm/n 0.00 Mm/n
Mms 000.00 g 000.00 g
Fs 00.0 Hz 00.0 Hz
Bl 00.00 N/A 00.00 N/A
Re 3.98 Ohm 3.98 Ohm
Le 0.00 mH 0.00 mH
Qms 00.00 00.00
Qes 0.000 0.000
Qts 0.00 0.000
Xmax 24mm 24mm
Ref SPL @1 watt 00.0 db 00.0 db
Suggest Sealed Box 2.0 ft³ 3.5 ft³
Suggested Ported Box 3.0 ft³ 5.5 ft³

Recommended Monoblock Amplifiers

Power-matched options for one subwoofer or one complete loaded enclosure. We aim to include same-brand choices when their ratings qualify.

Loading amplifier suggestions…

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.