Sundown Audio Ev2-15 D2
15″ subwoofer · dual 2 Ω · 500 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, 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 | 50 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 47 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 11 1/2″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 34 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 15/16 × 16 5/16″, 17″ long |
| Port velocity at 500 W | 59 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 34 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 15 1/2″ |
Deeper: 4.91 ft³ (139 L) tuned to 33 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 20 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 | dual 2 Ω |
| RMS power | 500 W |
| Fs | 31 Hz |
| Qts | 0.50 |
| Qes | 0.544 |
| Qms | 5.74 |
| Vas | 4.28 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 1.9 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 126.4 in² |
| Xmax | 0.55″ |
| Vd | 69.7 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 204 g calc. |
| BL | 11.8 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 57 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 90.2 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 13 7/8″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 7 1/4″ |
| Overall diameter | 15 1/8″ |
Cone area (Sd) calculated from Fs, Vas and Mms: 126.4 in².
“≈” 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/20190730000622/http://sundownaudio.com/index.php/subwoofers/
- web.archive.org/web/20211205100528/https://sundownaudio.com/lv/sa/discontinued/d
Other Sundown Audio 15″ models
- Sundown Audio Ev2-15 D4 15″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev4-15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev4-15 D4 15″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio M15 D1 15″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio M15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv1-15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv2-15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv4-15 D1 15″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv4-15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv6-15 D1 15″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv6-15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio SA Classic 15 D2 15″ · dual 2 Ω
Similar 15″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Fi Audio X15 D2 2.86 ft³ sealed · 3.43 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio X15 D4 2.86 ft³ sealed · 3.43 ft³ ported
- Hertz Hi-Energy HX 380 (SVC 4 ohm) 2.79 ft³ sealed · 3.50 ft³ ported
- Audiobahn AW1571Q 2.75 ft³ sealed · 3.57 ft³ ported
- Audiobahn AW1571SE 2.75 ft³ sealed · 3.57 ft³ ported
- Audiobahn AW1571T 2.75 ft³ sealed · 3.57 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the Sundown Audio Ev2-15 D2 need?
Recommended net volume: 2.68 ft³ sealed, 3.43 ft³ ported tuned to 34 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 Sundown Audio Ev2-15 D2 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 31 Hz, Qts 0.50, Vas 4.28 ft³, Xmax 0.55″, Sd 126.4 in².
What is the Sundown Audio Ev2-15 D2 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 7 1/4″, 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 Sundown Audio Ev2-15 D2 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 500 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.