10W6v2-D4 12W6v2-D4 13W6v2-D4
Subwoofers
owner’s manual
Congratulations on your purchase of a JL Audio subwoofer component. Your JL Audio subwoofer is a
precision loudspeaker which has been engineered to produce the highest quality sub-bass performance
in your vehicle. Authorized JL Audio dealers have extensive technical information for many different
applications of your new speaker. They also have the knowledge, skills and tools to build a high-quality
enclosure that will maximize the performance of your speaker. We highly recommend that you have
your enclosure built by an authorized JL Audio dealer.
Inside you will find specifications and two recommended enclosures for your speaker; one is a sealed
enclosure, the other is a ported design. Both types of enclosures will give you excellent sound quality and
low-frequency extension. The sealed enclosure is a better choice if space is extremely tight, but the ported
enclosure will produce 3dB more output at the same power if you have the extra space to work with.
SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS
SUBWOOFER: 10W6v2-D4 12W6v2-D4 13W6v2-D4
Free Air Resonance (Fs): 28.5 Hz 25.0 Hz 24.3 Hz
Electrical “Q” (Qes): 0.497 0.480 0.464
Mechanical “Q” (Qms): 8.458 7.100 6.700
Total Speaker “Q” (Qts): 0.469 0.450 0.434
Equiv. Compliance (Vas): 1.18 ft3 2.82 ft
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3.94 ft
33.4 litres 79.9 litres 111.6 litres
One-way, Linear Excursion: 0.60 in 0.65 in 0.85 in.
(Xmax)* 15.2 mm 16.5 mm 21.6 mm
Efficiency (1W/1m)**: 83.7 dB SPL 85.9 dB SPL 87.4 dB SPL
Effective Piston Area (Sd): 51.4 in2 77.8 in
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100.4 in
0.0332 m2 0.0502 m2 0.0648 m
DC Resistance (Re)***: 6.30Ω 6.75Ω 6.50Ω
Nominal Impedance: Dual 4Ω Dual 4Ω Dual 4Ω
Power Handling (continuous): 600W 600W 750W
Mounting Depth: 6.9 in 7.6 in 9.2 in
175 mm 193 mm 234 mm
Mounting Hole Diameter: 9.0 in 11.0 in 12.5 in
229 mm 279 mm 318 mm
Driver Displacement: 0.068 ft3 0.090 ft
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0.120 ft
1.9 litres 2.5 litres 3.4 litres
* Xmax specifications are derived via one-way voice coil overhang method with
no correction factors applied.
** Efficiency (1W/1m) is not an accurate indicator of a subwoofer’s output
capability and should not be used as a comparison to other subwoofers to
determine which one is “louder” !
*** Re (DC resistance) is mea sured with the voice coils in series , for parallel-
wired specification divide Re by 4. All other specifications remain the same.
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• The W6v2’s employ a pole vent to remove heat and pressure from the inside of the
speaker. This vent is located around the JL Audio badge at the rear of the speaker. A
minimum distance of 3/4-inch (20mm) is required between the back of the speaker
and any wall of the enclosure to allow proper operation of the pole vent.
• The enclosure recommendations listed are external dimensions which assume the
use of 3/4" (19mm) thick material. If you are using 5/8" (16mm) thick material, subtract
2
1/4" (6.5mm) from each dimension. Do not use any material with a thickness of less
2
than 5/8" (16mm) as this may compromise the rigidity of the enclosure.
• All enclosure volumes listed are net internal volumes! Box volume displacement,
port displacement and brace displacement must be added to obtain the final gross
internal volume. All enclosure dimensions listed have already taken this into account.
• When using two subwoofers in a common enclosure simply double the
required volume and, in the case of a ported enclosure, use two times the
recommended port(s).
• We recommend the use of this speaker in a bi-amplified system using high-
quality satellite speakers and amplifiers. We do not recommend the use of this
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subwoofer with a passive crossover (coil), as this type of device will adversely
affect performance.
RECOMMENDED ENCLOSURES
SUBWOOFER SEALED ENCLOSURE PORTED ENCLOSURE
Volume External Dimensions Volume Enclosure External Dimensions Slot Port Internal Dimensions
(net int.) (Width x Height x Depth) (net int.) (Width x Height x Depth) (Slot W idth x Slot Height x Slot Length)
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10W6v2-D4
17.7 litres 368mm x 305mm x 260mm 21.2 litres 559mm x 305mm x 273mm 32mm x 267mm x 762mm
12W6v2-D4
35.4 litres 457mm x 356mm x 324mm 42.5 litres 667mm x 356mm x 330mm 38mm x 318mm x 737mm
13W6v2-D4
46 litres 457mm x 406mm x 359mm 53.1 litres 479mm x 419mm x 473mm 44mm x 381mm x 702mm
CAUTION
!! !!
Prolonged exposure to sound
pressure levels in excess of 100dB can
cause permanent hearing loss. This highperformance speaker can exceed this level.
Please exercise restraint in its operation
in order to preserve your ability to enjoy
its fidelity.
When installing a subwoofer in your
vehicle, it is extremely important to secure
the enclosure firmly. We recommend
bolting the enclosure through the metal of
the floorpan or the frame of the
vehicle with large diameter washers for
reinforcement. If an enclosure is not firmly
attached, it can become a projectile in a
collision. This is particularly impor tant in
a hatchback, station wagon, sports utility
vehicle, or van.
2 JL AUDIO 10W6v2-D4/12W6v2-D410W6v2-D4/13W6v2-D4
0.625 ft
1.25 ft
1.625 ft
14.5" x 12" x 10.25" 0.75 ft
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18" x 14" x 12.75" 1.50 ft
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18" x 16" x 14.125" 1.875 ft
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22" x 12" x 10.75" 1.25" x 10.5" x 30"
26.25" x 14" x 13" 1.5" x 12.5" x 29"
18.875" x 16.5" x 18.625" 1.75" x 15" x 27.625" 35.4 litres
“EL” (Port Extension Length):
10W6v2: 17.25" (438mm)
12W6v2: 16" (406mm)
13W6v2: 9.75" (248mm)
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
W6v2 TECHNOLOGIES W6v2 TERMINAL JUMPER SYSTEM
Please note that the W6v2 is a dual voice coil driver.
BOTH voice coils must be connected to the amplifier
(in series or parallel) for the speaker to operate
properly. To accomplish this, each W6v2 features a
pair of main input connection push-terminals and
four voice coil configuration tab terminals. These are
located behind the main input connectors and are
used to interconnect the dual voice coils in one of
two ways: Diagram A shows a series connection (8Ω
nominal impedance per speaker). Diagram B shows
a parallel connection (2Ω nominal impedance per
speaker) and is the way the speaker is configured at
the factory. After verifying that the tabs are properly
configured using the supplied jumper(s), connect
the amplifier’s output wires to the W6v2’s main
input push-terminals and install the speaker into the
enclosure.
Warning! Failure to properly connect the
configuration tabs will result in no output and may
damage the speaker.
1 - Customizable Trim Ring: (U.S. Patent
#D480,709) This removable ring can be painted to
match the installation theme, if desired.
2 - W-Cone™ (U.S. Patent #6,496,590) The
W-Cone™ unit-body cone assembly delivers
astonishing cone-stiffness with minimal mass.
3 - Floating-Cone™ Attach Method
(U.S. Patent #6,501,844): This unique assembly
technique ensures proper surround geometry in the
assembled speaker for better excursion control
and dynamic voice coil alignment.
4 - Plateau-Reinforced Spider Attachment
(U.S. Patent #6,118,884): A derivative of JL Audio's
famous VRC technology, this bulletproof suspension
attachment relieves stress from the spider material
at high excursions for enhanced reliability.
5 - Pole and Cone Venting (Patent-Pending):
Vents at the neck of the lower cone body work in
conjunction with the pole vent at the rear of the
motor structure. These vents effectively remove hot
air during high power operation to improve sound
quality and reliability.
JL AUDIO 10W6v2-D4/12W6v2-D4/13W6v2-D4 3
6 - Forced-Air-Cooled Aluminum Alloy Frame
(U.S. Patent #6,219,431, #6,229,902 and
#D472,891): Cool air is directly pumped onto the
voice coil of the speaker through slots between the
frame and top-plate. This enhances power handling
and sound quality by minimizing dynamic parameter
shifts and power compression.
7 - Highly Optimized Motor Systems:
Highly linear, FEA-optimized motors reduce audible
distortion and improve transient behavior for
superior sound quality and dynamic stability.
8 - Large, Progressive-Roll Spiders:
Optimized to control the long excursion of the
W6v2's without limiting it.
9 - Engineered Lead Wires and Connectors:
Connections for both voice coils terminate in a
unique configuration block on one side of the
basket.The extruded lead wire casing and
carefully engineered attachments ensure controlled
behavior and improved reliability under extreme
excursion demands.
Diagram A: Series Connection (8Ω):
Use one jumper from “VC1–” to “VC2+”
Diagram B: Parallel Connection (2Ω):
Use two jumpers... one from “VC1–” to “VC2–” and
one from “VC1+ to “VC2+”.
RECOMMENDED CONTINUOUS (RMS) POWER RANGE FOR ONE SUBWOOFER DRIVER:
MINIMUM
OPTIMUM MAXIMUM
LEGEND:
WARRANTY VOID
12W6v2
13W6v2
10W6v2
75W 150W 300W 600W 1000W
MEDIUM GRAY (MINIMUM):
From a reliability standpoint, this zone represents
a very comfortable operating power range for
each driver. This level of power will not stress the
woofer but will not extract all of its performance
potential, either.
Use of less than the minimum power level will
not dama ge the woofer, but may resul t in
unsatisfactory performance.
JL Audio offers an extensive line of high-performance subwoofer drivers to fit a wide variety of enclosure and power applications. When designing systems with our drivers, it is very important
to achieve a good power match between the subwoofer amplifier and the subwoofer driver's capabilities. The power levels listed in the above chart represent continuous (RMS) amplifier power
per woofer and assume that the user will regularly make full use of that power without drastically overdriving the amplifier(s). Make sure you factor system impedance and the total
number of subwoofers into your calculations. Adhering to these power recommendations will result in systems that are both reliable and enjoyable.
LIGHT GRAY (OPTIMUM):
This zone rep resents the best co mpromise
between long-term reliability, high-out put and
low-distortion performance. This power level is
lower than the woofer’s continuous power rating
(as publish ed in its s pecif ications) , but you will still
be taking advant age of the woof er’s, low-disto rtio n
performance range without undue risk of failure.
DARK GRAY (MAXIMUM):
Slightly more SPL will be gained by pushing the
power into this zone, but typically not more than
2dB, compared to the light gray zone. The subwoofer
driver is designed to operate safely up to this power
range, but not beyond. Operate with caution.
BLACK (WARRANTY VOID):
We do not recommend operating woofers at
this level of power. In this zone, there is a very high
probability that the driver will fail due to excessive
heat and/or mechanical stress.
Subwoofer drivers operated at these levels of
power are NOT covered under warranty.
JL AUDIO LIMITED WARRANTY (USA)
Automotive Subwoofer Components
JJL AUDIO warrants this speaker to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase.
Damage caused by the following is not covered under warranty: accident, misuse,
abuse, product modification or neglect, failure to follow installation instructions,
unauthorized repair attempts, misrepresentations by the seller. This warranty does not
cover incidental or consequential damages and does not cover the cost of removing
Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the period of the
express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase
at retail, and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this product
thereafter. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties, therefore these
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
or reinstalling the unit(s). Cosmetic damage due to accident or normal wear and tear
is not covered under warranty.
This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original
purchaser of the product from an authorized JL AUDIO dealer.
Warranty is voided if the factory-applied product serial number is
removed or defaced.
Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to
manufacturing defect or malfunction, JL AUDIO will, at its discretion, repair or replace
the defective product with new or remanufactured product at no charge.
If you need service on your JL AUDIO product:
All warranty returns should be sent to JL AUDIO freight prepaid through an
authorized JL AUDIO dealer and must be accompanied by proof of purchase (a
copy of the original sales receipt.) Direct returns from consumers or non-authorized
dealers will be refused unless specifically authorized by JL AUDIO with a valid
return authorization number. Warranty expiration on products returned without
proof of purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code. Coverage
may be invalidated as this date is previous to purchase date. Return only defective
components. Non-defective items received will be returned freight-collect. Customer
is responsible for shipping charges and insurance in sending the product to JL AUDIO.
Freight damage on returns is not covered under warranty. Always include proof of
purchase (sales receipt).
JL Audio customer service: (954) 443-1100 during normal business hours (Eastern Time)
For Service Information in the U.S.A. please call:
10369 North Commerce Parkway, Miramar, FL 33025
Printed in USA JLAW6v2_MAN_05_08_011080
Products purchased outside the United States of America are covered only by that countr y’s distributor and not by JL Audio, Inc.
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International Warranties:
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