Soundstream PWS-10
10″ subwoofer · dual 4 Ω · 300 W RMS
| Source | web.archive.org · manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Checked against source | October 2026 |
| Thiele/Small parameters | not in the spec sheet: Re, 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, 300 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 | 51 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 48 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 12 3/16″ × 12 3/16″ × 14 7/16″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 46 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | 2 round ports Ø3″, 18 3/4″ long |
| Port velocity at 300 W | 67 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 39 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 22 3/4″ × 15 3/4″ × 7 11/16″ |
Deeper: 2.05 ft³ (58 L) tuned to 29 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 12 1/8″ 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 | 10″ |
|---|---|
| Voice coils | dual 4 Ω |
| RMS power | 300 W |
| Fs | 38 Hz |
| Qts | 0.60 |
| Qes | 0.677 |
| Qms | 5.09 |
| Vas | 0.65 ft³ |
|---|---|
| Re (one coil) | ≈ 3.4 Ω |
| Sd | ≈ 52.7 in² |
| Xmax | 0.41″ |
| EBP | 56 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 83.7 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 9″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 5 1/4″ |
| Overall diameter | 10 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
Other Soundstream 10″ models
- Soundstream EXACT 10 10″ · 4 Ω
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- Soundstream PXW-10 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Soundstream PXW-10/2 10″ · dual 2 Ω
- Soundstream R3.10 10″ · dual 2 Ω
- Soundstream RBW-10 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Soundstream RFW-10 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Soundstream RW-10 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Soundstream T4-10 10″ · dual 1 Ω
- Soundstream T5-10 (2009) 10″ · dual 2 Ω
- Soundstream T5.102 10″ · dual 2 Ω
Similar 10″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Memphis Car Audio PRX1044 (Power Reference 10" DVC 4ohm) 0.99 ft³ sealed · 1.87 ft³ ported
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- MTX Audio T810-44 0.92 ft³ sealed · 0.85 ft³ ported
- Sky High Car Audio FEX-10 D4 0.71 ft³ sealed · 0.81 ft³ ported
- American Bass HAWKSLIM-1044 0.78 ft³ sealed · 0.81 ft³ ported
- Earthquake TNT-10S 0.99 ft³ sealed · 0.85 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the Soundstream PWS-10 need?
Recommended net volume: 0.81 ft³ sealed, 0.85 ft³ ported tuned to 46 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 300 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Soundstream PWS-10 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 38 Hz, Qts 0.60, Vas 0.65 ft³, Xmax 0.41″.
What is the Soundstream PWS-10 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 5 1/4″, cutout diameter 9″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Soundstream PWS-10 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 300 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.