JL Audio 12W3v3-2
W3v3 12-inch Subwoofer Driver (500 W, 2 Ω)
This powerhouse 12-inch driver delivers potent performance and world-class sound quality in medium power applications. Several exclusive JL Audio technologies and proprietary assembly techniques are applied to the 12W3v3 to enhance linearity and reliability.
The 12W3v3-2 is best used with amplifier power in the 150W - 500W range and is optimized to operate in a compact 1.25 cu. ft. (35.4 l) sealed enclosure, or a 1.75 cu. ft. (49.6 l) ported enclosure. Detailed enclosure recommendations can be found in the "Specifications" tab.
General Specifications

Continuous Power Handling (RMS) | 500 W |
Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS) | 150 - 500 W |
Nominal Impedance (Znom) | 2 Ω |
Physical Specifications

Nominal Diameter | 12.0 in / 300 mm |
Overall Diameter (A) | 12.5 in / 318 mm |
Mounting Hole Diameter (B) | 11.0625 in / 281 mm |
Bolt Hole Circle Diameter (C) | 11.7 in / 297 mm |
Motor Outer Diameter (D) | 5.5 in / 140 mm |
Mounting Depth (E) | 6.65 in / 169 mm |
Driver Displacement | 0.071 cu ft / 2.01 L |
Net Weight | 14.50 lb / 6.58 kg |
Parameters
Free Air Resonance (Fs) | 27.97 Hz |
Electrical “Q” (Qes) | 0.534 |
Mechanical “Q” (Qms) | 7.678 |
Total Speaker “Q” (Qts) | 0.5 |
Equivalent Compliance (Vas) | 2.806 cu ft / 79.47 L |
One-Way Linear Excursion (Xmax)* | 0.510 in / 13.0 mm |
Reference Efficiency (no) | 0.31% |
Efficiency (1 W / 1 m)** | 87.15 dB SPL |
Effective Piston Area (Sd) | 80.600 sq in / 0.0520 sq m |
DC Resistance (Re) | 1.658 Ω |
Sealed Enclosure Specifications

Wall Thickness | 0.75 in / 19 mm |
Front Baffle Thickness | 0.75 in / 19 mm |
Volume (net int.) | 1.250 cu ft / 35.4 L |
External Width (W) | 23 in / 584 mm |
External Height (H) | 14 in / 356 mm |
External Depth (D) | 10 in / 254 mm |
F3 | 41.8 Hz |
Fc | 50.4 Hz |
Qtc | 0.96 |
Ported Enclosure Specifications

Wall Thickness | 0.75 in / 19 mm |
Front Baffle Thickness | 0.75 in / 19 mm |
Volume (net int.) | 1.75 cu ft / 49.6 L |
External Width (W) | 29 in / 737 mm |
External Height (H) | 14 in / 356 mm |
External Depth (D) | 12.625 in / 321 mm |
Internal Slot Port Width (SW) | 1.375 in / 35 mm |
Internal Slot Port Height (SH) | 12.5 in / 318 mm |
Internal Slot Port Length (SL) | 26.8125 in / 681 mm |
Port Extension Length (EL) | 13.5 in / 343 mm |
Tuning Frequency (Fb) | 30 Hz |
F3 | 36 Hz |
JL Audio Warranty
Mobile Audio Subwoofer Drivers | JL Audio Subwoofer Drivers are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for One (1) Year from purchase date. |
Mobile Audio Amplifiers and Electronic Products | JL Audio Amplifiers and Electronics are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Mobile Audio Speaker Systems | JL Audio Speaker Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for One (1) Year from purchase date. |
Mobile Audio Engineered Connection Systems | JL Audio Engineered Connection Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Mobile Audio Enclosed Subwoofer Systems | JL Audio Enclosed Subwoofer Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Stealthbox® Subwoofer Systems | JL Audio Stealthbox® Subwoofer Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Marine Speaker Systems and Subwoofers | JL Audio Marine Speaker Systems and Subwoofers are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Marine Amplifiers and Electronics | JL Audio Marine Amplifiers and Electronics are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Marine Engineered Connection Systems | JL Audio Engineered Connection Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
SlamPak™ Powersports Audio Systems | JL Audio SlamPak™ Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Stealthbox® Powersports Subwoofer Systems | JL Audio Stealthbox® Subwoofer Systems are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for Two (2) Years from purchase date. |
Size: |
12 Inch |
UPC: |
699440921534 |
RMS Power In Watts: |
500 |
Voice Coil: |
Single |
Impedance Per Voice Coil: |
2 |
Bundle: |
No |
Feature 1: |
This newest generation of W3’s benefits from a whole suite of advanced technologies originally developed for our flagship W7’s. |
Feature 2: |
A mineral-filled polypropylene upper cone body with a metallic JL Audio logo medallion provide a simple, classy look. |
Feature 3: |
W3v3's are built to exacting quality standards in our Miramar, Florida factory with global components. |
Feature 4: |
This acclaimed subwoofer driver strikes an outstanding balance in power handling, enclosure requirements and excursion to deliver excellent results in medium power applications. |
Condition: |
NEW |
Manufacturer SKU: |
92153 |
Manual: |
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Weight: |
19.0000 lbs |