Timpano TPT-T3500-15 D2
15″ subwoofer · dual 2 Ω · 3,500 W RMS
| Source | timpanoaudio.com · manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Checked against source | October 2026 |
| Thiele/Small parameters | not in the spec sheet: Sd — typical value for the size used |
| Mounting dimensions | 0 of 4 — missing: cutout, mounting depth, frame outer diameter, magnet diameter; the designer will use an estimate |
Recommended box
For a sedan, one sub, 3,500 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 | 48 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 46 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 17 5/16″ × 17 5/16″ × 13 15/16″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 33 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 2 15/16 × 16 11/16″, 50 3/8″ long |
| Port velocity at 3,500 W | 82 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 32 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 25 1/16″ × 18 1/8″ × 19 1/8″ |
At 3,500 W this example’s port will be noisy: air speed 82 ft/s, while the limit is 82 ft/s. It stays quiet up to about 3,450 W. Full power needs a port of at least 49.4 in², which means a bigger box than this example — size it in the designer.
Open ported box in designerDeeper: 4.80 ft³ (136 L) tuned to 28 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 18 1/8″ × 31 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 | 3,500 W |
| Fs | 30 Hz |
| Qts | 0.50 |
| Qes | 0.52 |
| Qms | 11.14 |
| Vas | 2.67 ft³ |
|---|---|
| Re (one coil) | 1.4 Ω |
| Sd | ≈ 124 in² |
| Xmax | 1.14″ |
| EBP | 58 — sealed or ported calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 87.9 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | ≈ 14″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | ≈ 7 1/16″ |
“≈” 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 Timpano 15″ models
- Timpano TPT-T1500-15 D4 15″ · dual 4 Ω
- Timpano TPT-T2500-15 D4 15″ · dual 4 Ω
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FAQ
What box does the Timpano TPT-T3500-15 D2 need?
Recommended net volume: 1.66 ft³ sealed, 2.15 ft³ ported tuned to 33 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 3,500 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the Timpano TPT-T3500-15 D2 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 30 Hz, Qts 0.50, Vas 2.67 ft³, Xmax 1.14″.
How much power does the Timpano TPT-T3500-15 D2 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 3,500 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.