Audiobahn AW151T
15″ subwoofer · 4 Ω · 650 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 |
Recommended box
For a sedan, one sub, 650 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) | Boomy, with a bump · 1.23 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 47 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 36 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 11 1/2″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 34 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 9/16 × 16 11/16″, 24 7/16″ long |
| Port velocity at 650 W | 52 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 34 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 11 1/16″ |
Deeper: 4.70 ft³ (133 L) tuned to 35 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 19 11/16″ 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 | 4 Ω |
| RMS power | 650 W |
| Fs | 33.5 Hz |
| Qts | 0.88 |
| Qes | 0.973 |
| Qms | 8.85 |
| Vas | 2.65 ft³ |
| Re | 3.31 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 120.9 in² |
| Xmax | 0.43″ |
| Vd | 52.4 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 259 g calc. |
| BL | 13.6 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 34 — suits sealed calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 86.6 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
- web.archive.org/web/20060317160220/http://www.audiobahn.com/Audiobahn06/images/t
- web.archive.org/web/20060317162105/http://www.audiobahn.com/Audiobahn06/images/t
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Similar 15″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
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FAQ
What box does the Audiobahn AW151T need?
Recommended net volume: 2.75 ft³ sealed, 2.12 ft³ ported tuned to 34 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 650 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Audiobahn AW151T Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 33.5 Hz, Qts 0.88, Vas 2.65 ft³, Xmax 0.43″, Sd 120.9 in².
What is the Audiobahn AW151T 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 AW151T handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 650 W. Wiring for several subs and amp power — in the wiring calculator.