Sundown Audio NSv4-10 D2
10″ subwoofer · dual 2 Ω · 3,000 W RMS
| Source | web.archive.org · manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Checked against source | October 2026 |
| Thiele/Small parameters | not in the spec sheet: Xmax — 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, 3,000 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) | Dry and tight · 0.43 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 51 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 99 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 13″ × 13″ × 13 7/8″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 38 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 3 1/8 × 14 5/16″, 47″ long |
| Port velocity at 3,000 W | 92 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 34 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 23 1/4″ × 15 3/4″ × 18 1/2″ |
At 3,000 W this example’s port will be noisy: air speed 92 ft/s, while the limit is 82 ft/s. It stays quiet up to about 2,350 W. Full power needs a port of at least 50.5 in², which means a bigger box than this example — size it in the designer.
Open ported box in designerDeeper: 1.02 ft³ (29 L) tuned to 27 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 13 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 2 Ω |
| RMS power | 3,000 W |
| Fs | 46.8 Hz |
| Qts | 0.39 |
| Qes | 0.425 |
| Qms | 5.06 |
| Vas | 0.19 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 1.41 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 54.1 in² |
| Xmax | ≈ 0.39″ |
| Mms | 373 g calc. |
| BL | 19.1 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 110 — suits ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 83.1 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 10″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 11 1/4″ |
| Overall diameter | 11 5/8″ |
Cone area (Sd) calculated from Fs, Vas and Mms: 54.1 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/20191212161612/https://sundownaudio.com/index.php/products/s
- web.archive.org/web/20210425002706/https://sundownaudio.com/lv/sa/subwoofers/ns-
Other Sundown Audio 10″ models
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- Sundown Audio Ev2-10 D4 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev4-10 D2 10″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev4-10 D4 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio HZ-10 D4 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio HZS-10 D4 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio LCSv2-10 D4 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio M10 D1 10″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio M10 D2 10″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv2-10 D2 10″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv4-10 D1 10″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv5-10 D1 10″ · dual 1 Ω
Similar 10″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- DC Audio RS 10 D1 0.48 ft³ sealed · 0.81 ft³ ported
- DC Audio RS 10 D2 0.48 ft³ sealed · 0.81 ft³ ported
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- Fi Audio Alpha v1 10 S2 0.42 ft³ sealed · 1.41 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio Alpha v1 10 S4 0.42 ft³ sealed · 1.41 ft³ ported
- Ground Zero GZPW 10SPL (2x1 Ohm) 0.57 ft³ sealed · 0.85 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the Sundown Audio NSv4-10 D2 need?
Recommended net volume: 0.90 ft³ sealed, 1.59 ft³ ported tuned to 38 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 3,000 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Sundown Audio NSv4-10 D2 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 46.8 Hz, Qts 0.39, Vas 0.19 ft³, Sd 54.1 in².
What is the Sundown Audio NSv4-10 D2 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 11 1/4″, cutout diameter 10″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Sundown Audio NSv4-10 D2 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 3,000 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.