Audiobahn AW1500V
15″ subwoofer · dual 4 Ω · 800 W RMS
| Source | web.archive.org · manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Checked against source | October 2026 |
| Thiele/Small parameters | complete |
| Mounting dimensions | 3 of 4 — missing: magnet diameter; the designer will use an estimate |
- Fs, Vas and Sd don't match the moving mass of 222 g (they give 161 g) — one of the spec sheet values is probably wrong.
Recommended box
For a sedan, one sub, 800 W. It’s the same math as the designer’s step-by-step mode, where you can fit the box to your space, vehicle and amp and get plans, a cut sheet and DXF.
Sealed
smaller, tighter| Bass character (Qtc) | Tight and punchy · 0.90 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 50 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 44 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 11 5/8″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 30 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 15/16 × 16 11/16″, 22 1/8″ long |
| Port velocity at 800 W | 62 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 33 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 16 3/8″ |
Deeper: 4.73 ft³ (134 L) tuned to 35 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 20″ outside — a bigger box with flatter deep bass. Open in the calculator
Projects with this subwoofer
Boxes that users designed and published: plans, cut sheet and response graph.
Thiele/Small parameters
| Size | 15″ |
|---|---|
| Voice coils | dual 4 Ω |
| RMS power | 800 W |
| Fs | 27 Hz |
| Qts | 0.48 |
| Qes | 0.535 |
| Qms | 5.14 |
| Vas | 6.75 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 3.8 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 122.5 in² |
| Xmax | 0.63″ |
| Vd | 77.1 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 161 g calc. |
| BL | 13.9 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 50 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 90.5 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 14″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 7 1/8″ |
| Overall diameter | 15 1/2″ |
“≈” means the value isn’t in the spec sheet and a typical value for the size is used; “calc.” means it’s calculated from the published parameters. Check the manufacturer’s spec sheet before you build.
Data sources
Other Audiobahn 15″ models
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- Audiobahn AW1500X 15″
Similar 15″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Gladen M 15 (SVC 4 ohm) 2.93 ft³ sealed · 3.81 ft³ ported
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- Rockford Fosgate Punch HX2 RFD1215 (2000) 2.83 ft³ sealed · 3.67 ft³ ported
- Polk Audio MM2154 2.86 ft³ sealed · 3.74 ft³ ported
- Polk Audio MM2154 DVC 2.86 ft³ sealed · 3.74 ft³ ported
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FAQ
What box does the Audiobahn AW1500V need?
Recommended net volume: 2.79 ft³ sealed, 3.64 ft³ ported tuned to 30 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 800 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Audiobahn AW1500V Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 27 Hz, Qts 0.48, Vas 6.75 ft³, Xmax 0.63″, Sd 122.5 in².
What is the Audiobahn AW1500V mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 7 1/8″, cutout diameter 14″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Audiobahn AW1500V handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 800 W. Dual 4 Ω voice coils: series gives 8 Ω, parallel gives 2 Ω at the amp. Wiring for several subs and amp power — in the wiring calculator.