Sundown Audio Zv4-12 D2
12″ subwoofer · dual 2 Ω · 1,750 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, 1,750 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 · 0.55 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 44 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 61 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 14 3/16″ × 14 3/16″ × 13 1/4″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 35 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 9/16 × 14 5/16″, 38 5/16″ long |
| Port velocity at 1,750 W | 115 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 31 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 9 1/4″ |
At 1,750 W this example’s port will be noisy: air speed 115 ft/s, while the limit is 82 ft/s. It stays quiet up to about 890 W. Full power needs a port of at least 31.5 in², which means a bigger box than this example — size it in the designer.
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: 1.38 ft³ (39 L) tuned to 29 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 12 5/16″ 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 | 1,750 W |
| Fs | 33 Hz |
| Qts | 0.42 |
| Qes | 0.45 |
| Qms | 5.74 |
| Vas | 0.76 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 1.8 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 72.8 in² |
| Xmax | 1.38″ |
| Vd | 100.3 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 339 g calc. |
| BL | 16.8 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 73 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 84.3 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 11 1/8″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 10 13/16″ |
| Overall diameter | 12 11/16″ |
Cone area (Sd) calculated from Fs, Vas and Mms: 72.8 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/20190808023357/http://sundownaudio.com/index.php/products/di
- web.archive.org/web/20190807024731/http://sundownaudio.com/index.php/subwoofers/
Other Sundown Audio 12″ models
- Sundown Audio Ev2-12 D2 12″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev2-12 D4 12″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev4-12 D2 12″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio Ev4-12 D4 12″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio HZ-12 D4 12″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio HZS-12 D4 12″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio LCSv1-12 D4 12″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio LCSv2-12 D4 12″ · dual 4 Ω
- Sundown Audio M12 D1 12″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio M12 D2 12″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv1-12 D2 12″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv2-12 D2 12″ · dual 2 Ω
Similar 12″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Fi Audio NEO 4.7 12 D1 0.94 ft³ sealed · 1.20 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio NEO 4.7 12 D2 0.94 ft³ sealed · 1.20 ft³ ported
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- Memphis Car Audio MJ1212 (MOJO 12", 1ohm setting) 0.79 ft³ sealed · 1.20 ft³ ported
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FAQ
What box does the Sundown Audio Zv4-12 D2 need?
Recommended net volume: 1.01 ft³ sealed, 1.17 ft³ ported tuned to 35 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 1,750 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Sundown Audio Zv4-12 D2 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 33 Hz, Qts 0.42, Vas 0.76 ft³, Xmax 1.38″, Sd 72.8 in².
What is the Sundown Audio Zv4-12 D2 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 10 13/16″, 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 Sundown Audio Zv4-12 D2 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 1,750 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.