Kenwood eXcelon Reference XR-W12F 12″ Oversized Slim Subwoofer
Slim 12-inch 4-ohm subwoofer with a carbon glass fiber honeycomb cone, 450 W RMS
$199.99$299.99 (-33%)
Overview
The Kenwood eXcelon Reference XR-W12F is a slim 12-inch single 4-ohm subwoofer for tight spaces, with a mounting depth of only 3-7/16 inches. Its carbon glass fiber honeycomb cone handles 450 watts RMS and 1,500 watts peak. Sensitivity is 83 dB at 1 watt/1 meter, frequency response runs from 38 to 200 Hz, and the sub fits a standard 11-inch cutout.
Product details
Slim 12-inch bass
The XR-W12F is built for places where a standard sub will not fit. Its mounting depth is just 3-7/16 inches for shallow enclosures and tight mounting locations. Kenwood describes it as an oversized-diaphragm slim subwoofer, and it fits a standard 11-inch cutout.
Carbon glass fiber honeycomb cone
The 12-inch cone is made from carbon glass fiber with a honeycomb pattern. The motor uses a 3.8-pound magnet. Together they let the XR-W12F handle 450 watts RMS and 1,500 watts peak at a nominal 4 ohms.
Specifications
Sensitivity is 83 dB at 1 watt/1 meter, and frequency response runs from 38 to 200 Hz. The cutout diameter is 11 inches and the mounting depth is 3-7/16 inches. Shipping weight is 17.6 pounds. Kenwood does not publish a recommended enclosure volume for this model, so plan the box with your installer and match the amplifier to the single 4-ohm voice coil and the 450-watt RMS rating. Peak power handling is 1,500 watts.
Planning the install
Measure the space before you buy: the sub needs an 11-inch round cutout and at least 3-7/16 inches of clear depth behind the mounting surface. With a single 4-ohm voice coil, one sub presents a 4-ohm load, and two wired in parallel present 2 ohms. Check your amplifier’s rated load before wiring more than one.
Key features
- Slim 12-inch eXcelon Reference subwoofer with a single 4-ohm voice coil
- Mounting depth of only 3-7/16 inches for shallow installs
- Oversized 12-inch cone made of carbon glass fiber with a honeycomb pattern
- Handles 450 watts RMS and 1,500 watts peak
- Sensitivity of 83 dB and frequency response of 38-200 Hz
- Fits a standard 11-inch cutout with a 3.8-pound magnet
Specifications
| Weight | 3.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.5 × 13.25 × 15.5 in |
| Size | 12 inch |
| Brand | Kenwood |
| Series | eXcelon Reference |
| Model | XR-W12F |
| Product type | 12" oversized slim subwoofer |
| Voice coil | Single 4 ohms |
| RMS power | 450 W |
| Peak power | 1,500 W |
| Sensitivity | 83 dB (1 W/1 m) |
| Frequency response | 38 – 200 Hz |
| Cone | Carbon glass fiber honeycomb |
| Cutout diameter | 11 in |
| Mounting depth | 3-7/16 in |
| Magnet weight | 3.8 lb |
| Shipping weight | 17.6 lb |
Important notes
- Enclosure not included. Kenwood does not publish a recommended box volume for this model.
- Single 4-ohm voice coil. Match the amplifier to the 450-watt RMS rating and the 4-ohm load.
- Check that you have at least 3-7/16 inches of depth behind the mounting surface.
