Sundown Audio Xv2-15 D4
15″ subwoofer · dual 4 Ω · 1,500 W RMS
| Source | web.archive.org · manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Checked against source | October 2026 |
| Thiele/Small parameters | complete |
| Mounting dimensions | 2 of 4 — missing: frame outer diameter, magnet diameter; the designer will use an estimate |
Recommended box
For a sedan, one sub, 1,500 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) | Flat and accurate · 0.71 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 46 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 48 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 16 15/16″ × 16 15/16″ × 13 5/16″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 32 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 2 3/16 × 16 5/16″, 46 1/4″ long |
| Port velocity at 1,500 W | 67 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 31 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 12 5/8″ |
The volume and tuning are the recommendation, but the port doesn’t fit this example box. Size the box and port in the designer.
Open ported box in designerDeeper: 3.25 ft³ (92 L) tuned to 28 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 17 11/16″ × 20 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 | 15″ |
|---|---|
| Voice coils | dual 4 Ω |
| RMS power | 1,500 W |
| Fs | 29.5 Hz |
| Qts | 0.45 |
| Qes | 0.5 |
| Qms | 4.92 |
| Vas | 2.10 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 3.05 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 112.5 in² |
| Xmax | 1.18″ |
| Vd | 132.9 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 365 g calc. |
| BL | 20.3 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 59 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 86.9 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 13 13/16″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 10 7/8″ |
Cone area (Sd) calculated from Fs, Vas and Mms: 112.5 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
Other Sundown Audio 15″ models
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- 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
Similar 15″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
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FAQ
What box does the Sundown Audio Xv2-15 D4 need?
Recommended net volume: 1.48 ft³ sealed, 1.80 ft³ ported tuned to 32 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 1,500 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Sundown Audio Xv2-15 D4 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 29.5 Hz, Qts 0.45, Vas 2.10 ft³, Xmax 1.18″, Sd 112.5 in².
What is the Sundown Audio Xv2-15 D4 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 10 7/8″, cutout diameter 13 13/16″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Sundown Audio Xv2-15 D4 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 1,500 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.