Audiobahn AW1571X
15″ subwoofer · 500 W RMS
| Source | web.archive.org · manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Checked against source | October 2026 |
| Thiele/Small parameters | not in the spec sheet: Sd — typical value for the size used |
| Mounting dimensions | 3 of 4 — missing: magnet diameter; the designer will use an estimate |
Recommended box
For a sedan, one sub, 500 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 · 0.80 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 44 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 42 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 11 1/4″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 30 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 3/4 × 16 5/16″, 18 15/16″ long |
| Port velocity at 500 W | 60 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 31 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 16 7/16″ |
Deeper: 4.80 ft³ (136 L) tuned to 29 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 20 5/8″ 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 | — |
| RMS power | 500 W |
| Fs | 19.9 Hz |
| Qts | 0.36 |
| Qes | 0.4 |
| Qms | 3.6 |
| Vas | 10.24 ft³ |
|---|---|
| Re | 3.25 Ω |
| Sd | ≈ 124 in² |
| Xmax | 0.43″ |
| EBP | 50 — suits sealed calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 89.6 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 13 7/8″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 6 7/8″ |
| Overall diameter | 15 3/8″ |
“≈” 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
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- Audiobahn AW150XS 15″
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- Audiobahn AW1500Q 15″
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Similar 15″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Rockford Fosgate Power RFR2215 (2000) 2.19 ft³ sealed · 3.67 ft³ ported
- Dayton Audio DCS385-4 3.00 ft³ sealed · 6.00 ft³ ported
- Kicker Comp 15" 8-Ohm SVC (C158) 3.04 ft³ sealed · 3.92 ft³ ported
- Elemental Designs 16Ov.2 2.40 ft³ sealed · 3.99 ft³ ported
- Rockford Fosgate Punch XLC RFP-1415 (1996) 3.04 ft³ sealed · 3.96 ft³ ported
- Orion XtrPro 15D (2000) 3.04 ft³ sealed · 3.96 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the Audiobahn AW1571X need?
Recommended net volume: 2.61 ft³ sealed, 3.67 ft³ ported tuned to 30 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 500 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Audiobahn AW1571X Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 19.9 Hz, Qts 0.36, Vas 10.24 ft³, Xmax 0.43″.
What is the Audiobahn AW1571X mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 6 7/8″, cutout diameter 13 7/8″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Audiobahn AW1571X handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 500 W. Wiring for several subs and amp power — in the wiring calculator.