Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2
12″ subwoofer · dual 2 Ω · 1,000 W RMS
The Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 is a 12″ subwoofer. With Qts 0.51 and EBP 57 it works both sealed and ported: sealed is tighter and smaller, ported is deeper and louder. Long excursion (Xmax 1.06″) — built for loud music and high power.
| 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, 1,000 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 · 0.81 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 50 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 47 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 14 3/16″ × 14 3/16″ × 9 11/16″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 34 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 9/16 × 14 5/16″, 39 9/16″ long |
| Port velocity at 1,000 W | 79 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 31 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 20 3/16″ × 15 3/4″ × 14 3/8″ |
Deeper: 2.19 ft³ (62 L) tuned to 27 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 15 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 | 12″ |
|---|---|
| Voice coils | dual 2 Ω |
| RMS power | 1,000 W |
| Fs | 31.5 Hz |
| Qts | 0.51 |
| Qes | 0.55 |
| Qms | 7.34 |
| Vas | 0.99 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 1.4 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 74.4 in² |
| Xmax | 1.06″ |
| Vd | 79.1 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 296 g calc. |
| BL | 12.2 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 57 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 84 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 11 1/8″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 7 1/4″ |
| Overall diameter | 12 1/2″ |
Where it fits in a vehicle
Spots from our vehicle guides where the cutout, mounting depth and recommended box fit. The spot sizes are approximate — measure your own vehicle.
- Bronco 4-door — behind the rear seat sealed and ported box
- Wrangler 4-door, hard top — behind the rear seat sealed and ported box
- Wrangler 4-door, soft top — behind the rear seat sealed and ported box
- Silverado / Sierra Crew Cab — under the rear seat sealed and ported box
- FJ Cruiser — behind the rear seat sealed and ported box
- El Camino 1978–87 — behind the seat sealed and ported box
- Cherokee XJ — cargo area, spare moved out sealed and ported box
- Excursion — behind the third row sealed and ported box
- Mustang 2015–2023 coupe — trunk sealed and ported box
- Challenger / Charger — trunk sealed and ported box
- Club Car Precedent — under the rear seat sealed and ported box
“≈” 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/20220819084700/https://ficaraudio.com/product/xv3-series/
- web.archive.org/web/20190920052313/https://ficaraudio.com/product/xv3-series-x12
Voice coil versions
The same sub with different voice coils: the parameters are nearly the same — pick by your amp and wiring.
| Model | Voice coils | Re | Qes | Vas | Sealed | Ported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fi Audio Xv3 12 D1 | dual 1 Ω | 0.7 Ω | 0.57 | 0.99 ft³ | 0.78 ft³ | 1.20 ft³ · 34 Hz |
| Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 | dual 2 Ω | 1.4 Ω | 0.55 | 0.99 ft³ | 0.67 ft³ | 1.20 ft³ · 34 Hz |
Other Fi Audio 12″ models
- Fi Audio Alpha 12 S2 12″ · 2 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha 12 S4 12″ · 4 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v1 12 S1 12″ · 1 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v1 12 S2 12″ · 2 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v1 12 S4 12″ · 4 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v2 12 S2 12″ · 2 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v2 12 S4 12″ · 4 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v2.1 12 S2 12″ · 2 Ω
- Fi Audio Alpha v2.1 12 S4 12″ · 4 Ω
- Fi Audio BL-NEO 12 D1 12″ · dual 1 Ω
- Fi Audio BL-NEO 12 D2 12″ · dual 2 Ω
- Fi Audio BL12 D1 12″ · dual 1 Ω
Similar 12″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Gladen Sigma SSWX12 Extreme (DVC 2 ohm) 0.74 ft³ sealed · 1.31 ft³ ported
- Diamond M6 12D4 0.71 ft³ sealed · 1.24 ft³ ported
- Pride M.12 12 D2 0.67 ft³ sealed · 1.17 ft³ ported
- Diamond M6 12D2 0.71 ft³ sealed · 1.24 ft³ ported
- Hifonics ZRX12D2 0.85 ft³ sealed · 1.24 ft³ ported
- Avatar Volcano 12 D2 0.85 ft³ sealed · 1.20 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 need?
Recommended net volume: 0.67 ft³ sealed, 1.20 ft³ ported tuned to 34 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 1,000 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 31.5 Hz, Qts 0.51, Vas 0.99 ft³, Xmax 1.06″, Sd 74.4 in².
What is the Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 7 1/4″, cutout diameter 11 1/8″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 1,000 W. Dual 2 Ω voice coils: series gives 4 Ω, parallel gives 1 Ω at the amp. Wiring for several subs and amp power — in the wiring calculator.
Is the Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 better sealed or ported?
EBP 57: both work — sealed 0.67 ft³ is tighter and smaller, ported 1.20 ft³ tuned to 34 Hz is deeper and louder.
What port does the Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 need?
For the 1.20 ft³ ported box tuned to 34 Hz: slot 1 9/16 × 14 5/16″, 39 9/16″ long, area 22.6 in²; or a round port Ø5 3/8″, ≈ 39 9/16″ long. Port air speed at 1,000 W: 79 ft/s.
What box do two Fi Audio Xv3 12 D2 subs need?
Two subs need twice the volume: 1.34 ft³ sealed, or 2.40 ft³ ported at the same 34 Hz tuning with twice the port area. One shared chamber or one per sub — whatever fits your vehicle.