Sundown Audio Zv4-18 D1
18″ subwoofer · dual 1 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) | Tight and punchy · 0.80 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 46 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 44 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 19 11/16″ × 19 11/16″ × 16 3/4″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 30 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 3 3/8 × 19 1/16″, 35 5/16″ long |
| Port velocity at 1,750 W | 63 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 29 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 20 1/2″ × 20 7/16″ |
Deeper: 6.96 ft³ (197 L) tuned to 27 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 20 1/2″ × 28 1/2″ 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 | 18″ |
|---|---|
| Voice coils | dual 1 Ω |
| RMS power | 1,750 W |
| Fs | 26.1 Hz |
| Qts | 0.45 |
| Qes | 0.49 |
| Qms | 6.29 |
| Vas | 5.65 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 0.85 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 179.7 in² |
| Xmax | 1.38″ |
| Vd | 247.6 in³ calc. |
| Mms | 443 g calc. |
| BL | 11.2 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 53 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 89.6 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 16 11/16″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 11 3/8″ |
| Overall diameter | 18 7/16″ |
Cone area (Sd) calculated from Fs, Vas and Mms: 179.7 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 18″ models
- Sundown Audio Inhuman-18 D1 18″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio M18 D1 18″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio M18 D2 18″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv1-18 D1 18″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv2-18 D2 18″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv4-18 D1 18″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv4-18 D2 18″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv5-18 D1 18″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv5-18 D2 18″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv6-18 D1 18″ · dual 1 Ω
- Sundown Audio NSv6-18 D2 18″ · dual 2 Ω
- Sundown Audio SAv2-18 D2 18″ · dual 2 Ω
Similar 18″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Skar Audio ZVX-18v2 D1 2.86 ft³ sealed · 5.26 ft³ ported
- Kicker SoloX 18" 4-Ohm DVC (S18X D4) 2.12 ft³ sealed · 4.48 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio Q18 D1 3.74 ft³ sealed · 4.66 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio Q18 NEO D1 3.74 ft³ sealed · 4.66 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio Q18 NEO D2 3.74 ft³ sealed · 4.66 ft³ ported
- Fi Audio NEO 3.5 18 D1 4.03 ft³ sealed · 4.52 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the Sundown Audio Zv4-18 D1 need?
Recommended net volume: 2.68 ft³ sealed, 4.52 ft³ ported tuned to 30 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 Zv4-18 D1 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 26.1 Hz, Qts 0.45, Vas 5.65 ft³, Xmax 1.38″, Sd 179.7 in².
What is the Sundown Audio Zv4-18 D1 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 11 3/8″, cutout diameter 16 11/16″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the Sundown Audio Zv4-18 D1 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 1,750 W. Dual 1 Ω voice coils: series gives 2 Ω, parallel gives 0.5 Ω at the amp. Wiring for several subs and amp power — in the wiring calculator.