Rockford Fosgate Punch P1 Series 12" Subwoofer
Key features
- Subwoofer size: 12.0 inches
- RMS power per subwoofer: 250 W
- Voice-coil options: S2, S4
- Mounting depth: 6.00 inches
- Cutout diameter: 11.25 inches
- Overall driver diameter: 13.07 inches
Rockford Fosgate Punch P1 Series 12" Subwoofer - Single 2 Ohm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Rockford Fosgate Punch P1 Series 12" Subwoofer - Single 2 Ohm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
The Rockford Fosgate Punch P1 12" is the first in a family of world famous subwoofers called "The Punch," built for car audio enthusiasts who want strong, reliable bass in standard enclosures. Kevlar fiber reinforced paper cone delivers bass impact you can feel, and VAST technology increases surface cone area up to 25%.
- Kevlar fiber reinforced paper cone: delivers bass impact you can feel.
- High-temp voice coil with spun-laced Nomex reinforcement collar: designed to withstand elevated temperatures during heavy bass activity.
- Linear spider with embedded 16 AWG tinsel leads: promotes stable, linear cone motion for cleaner bass at high excursion.
- Custom 10-AWG nickel plated push terminals: robust, corrosion-resistant connections for reliable power handling.
- StampCast basket with integrated spider venting: rigid frame and venting support consistent cone movement and cooling.
- Extended pole piece and bumped vented backplate: optimized motor geometry for better control at excursion limits.
- Rubberized ABS trim ring with optional grille: finishes the install and protects the edge of the mounting surface.
- Magnet weight: 45 oz (1.28 kg).
- Voice Coil Diameter: 2.0" (51.6 mm).
- Power Handling: 250 Watts RMS / 500 Watts Max.
- Sealed/vented enclosure volumes: Sealed 1.02 cu ft (28.8 L); Vented 1.79 cu ft (50.6 L).
- Cutout Diameter: 11.22 in. (285 mm).
- Mounting Depth: 6.0 in. (152.4 mm).
- Speaker Connector: Dual 10 AWG compression.
- SPL: 86 dB @ 1W/1m; 89 dB @ 2.8V/1m.
In a typical install, the P1 12" excels in standard sealed or vented enclosures, delivering solid, repeatable bass without specialized boxes. The dual 10 AWG connectors simplify wiring in tighter builds, while the 45 oz magnet and single voice coil provide reliable performance up to 500 Watts peak, with predictable response across common listening levels. Protective features, like the PVC textured magnet cover, help safeguard the assembly in everyday use.
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