VM Audio SRW10
10″ subwoofer · dual 4 Ω · 400 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 | 2 of 4 — missing: frame outer diameter, magnet diameter; the designer will use an estimate |
Recommended box
For a sedan, one sub, 400 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) | Boomy, with a bump · 1.19 |
|---|---|
| Fc | 55 Hz |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 42 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 12 3/16″ × 12 3/16″ × 19 1/8″ |
Ported
deeper, louder| Tuning (Fb) | 38 Hz |
|---|---|
| Port | slot 1 9/16 × 14 5/16″, 36 7/8″ long |
| Port velocity at 400 W | 35 ft/s |
| F3 (−3 dB, no cabin gain) | 39 Hz |
| Example box (outside) | 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 8 7/16″ |
Deeper: 1.91 ft³ (54 L) tuned to 41 Hz, 31 1/2″ × 15 3/4″ × 10 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 | 10″ |
|---|---|
| Voice coils | dual 4 Ω |
| RMS power | 400 W |
| Fs | 38 Hz |
| Qts | 0.81 |
| Qes | 1 |
| Qms | 4.4 |
| Vas | 1.27 ft³ |
| Re (one coil) | 3.7 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sd | 49 in² |
| Xmax | ≈ 0.39″ |
| Mms | 69 g calc. |
| BL | 7.8 T·m calc. |
| EBP | 38 — suits sealed calc. |
| Sensitivity, 1 W / 1 m | 85 dB calc. |
Mounting dimensions
| Cutout diameter | 9″ |
|---|---|
| Mounting depth | 4 3/4″ |
Cone area (Sd) calculated from Fs, Vas and Mms: 49 in².
Judging by its value, the published Re is for both coils in series — converted to per coil.
“≈” 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 VM Audio 10″ models
- VM Audio ECW100 10″ · dual 4 Ω
- VM Audio EXW10 10″ · dual 4 Ω
Similar 10″ subwoofers from other brands
Close in Fs, Qts and Vas — a box of similar volume will suit them.
- Pioneer TS-W254F 1.24 ft³ sealed · 1.02 ft³ ported
- JBL Selenium Bass 10SW17A 2+2 1.24 ft³ sealed · 1.17 ft³ ported
- Planet Audio AC10D 1.20 ft³ sealed · 0.85 ft³ ported
- Quantum Audio QW1000/10D4 1.20 ft³ sealed · 1.09 ft³ ported
- Bomber Slim High Power 350W 2 Ohm (SW10SLHP-350-8) 1.27 ft³ sealed · 1.02 ft³ ported
- MTX Audio 3510-04 1.20 ft³ sealed · 1.13 ft³ ported
FAQ
What box does the VM Audio SRW10 need?
Recommended net volume: 1.13 ft³ sealed, 1.02 ft³ ported tuned to 38 Hz — for one sub in a sedan at 400 W. Fit the box to your space and amp in the free calculator, with plans and a cut sheet.
What are the VM Audio SRW10 Thiele/Small specs?
Fs 38 Hz, Qts 0.81, Vas 1.27 ft³, Sd 49 in².
What is the VM Audio SRW10 mounting depth?
Mounting depth is 4 3/4″, cutout diameter 9″. The inside depth of the box must exceed the mounting depth by at least 1″.
How much power does the VM Audio SRW10 handle and how do I wire it?
RMS power rating: 400 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.