Kicker CompVR Technical Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Kicker Manuals
  4. Subwoofer
  5. CompVR
  6. Technical manual

Kicker CompVR Technical Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

CompVR Woofer
Technical Manual
Kicker Comp Subwoofers
Recommended Applications / Version 2.1
April 23, 2002

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the CompVR and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Kicker CompVR

Summary of Contents for Kicker CompVR

  • Page 1 CompVR Woofer Technical Manual Kicker Comp Subwoofers Recommended Applications / Version 2.1 April 23, 2002...
  • Page 2 ISD is forced out though the pole-piece to allow the cone to move freely. Heat and pressure build up under the ISD and need to be released to allow the speaker to function properly. Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications...
  • Page 3 ! ISD (Inverted Structural Dome  ) ) Kicker was one of the first companies to switch to the Inverted Structural Dome. We have designed a cone with a groove for the ISD to lock into, further adding strength to the structure.
  • Page 4 CompVR Cutaway View Hemispherical Mica-Loaded Polypropylene Cone High rigidity under pressure for accurate linear control; stops enclosure pressure loss to reduce "pump-down"; excellent sunlight, pollution and moisture resistance. ISD (Inverted Structural Dome) increases cone's resistance to flex under pressure. Signature Feature Double Stitched Surround It prevents the surround from separating from the cone at high excursions...
  • Page 5 Thank you for your support of KICKER products. Once you have had a chance to see and experience the capabili- ties of the new KICKER CompVR subwoofers, we believe that you will be as excited as we are about these speakers! The CompVRs truly set a new standard for bass performance.
  • Page 6 The KICKER CompVR woofers are real performers in sealed enclosures, producing the tight, defined, and accurate bass response you would expect from a KICKER. They will operate in larger sealed enclosures for ultra sound quality (SQ) applications without significantly sacrificing their power handling. This extra bass extension and smoothness can be obtained by simply using a larger sealed enclosure.
  • Page 7 2 - Extended low frequency response and smooth roll off (12 dB/octave). 3 - Excellent transient response. 4 - Tolerant of minor enclosure size variations. 5 - Easiest enclosure to build. Cons 16-5/16 1 - Not as efficient as other designs. 13-3/4 10-15/16 9-5/32 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 7...
  • Page 8 G r a p h 1 > A c o u s t i c O n A x i s R e s p o n s e : S P L , P h a s e F r e q u e n c y 1 0 0 5 0 0 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 8...
  • Page 9 G r a p h 1 > A c o u s t i c O n A x i s R e s p o n s e : S P L , P h a s e F r e q u e n c y 1 0 0 5 0 0 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 9...
  • Page 10 3.0X18"port, 20.75"long Power Handling = 1000W Power Handling = 1000W Power Handling =1000W NOTE: The use of a subsonic filter is necessary to insure the life of the woofer in a ported enclosure. Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 10...
  • Page 11 5 - Vented enclosures usually don’t sound as fast as sealed boxes because of the resonant effects of the vent tun- ing, which is always slightly out of phase with the driver’s output. Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 11...
  • Page 12 G r a p h 1 > A c o u s t i c O n A x i s R e s p o n s e : S P L , P h a s e F r e q u e n c y 1 0 0 5 0 0 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 12...
  • Page 13 G r a p h 1 > A c o u s t i c O n A x i s R e s p o n s e : S P L , P h a s e F r e q u e n c y 1 0 0 5 0 0 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 13...
  • Page 14 Be sure to add 2”x2” to 3”x3” triangle braces between each of the larger unsupported panels. Kicker recommends using a good grade of wood glue and silicone sealer for an airtight box. Note:If you prefer an ultra-smooth bass response, you should loosely fill your ported CompVR Enclosure with polyfil.
  • Page 15 3” you need to add port 20" 1.5”( 1/2 of ) to . This port port 3" L¹ L² means that = 21.5” L¹ L² Always measure down the center to get an accurate measurement! Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 15...
  • Page 16 Make sure the internal volume does not change! Side Side Resistance Formulas BASS BOOST (dB) BASS BOOST (dB) GAIN GAIN X-OVER FREQ. (Hz) X-OVER FREQ. (Hz) Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 16...
  • Page 17 8 = 4 OHM Amplifier Red/white dot Red/white dot Red/white dot Red/white dot Amplifier Black/ Black/ Black/ Black/ white white white white Black Black Black Black Red + Red + Red + Red + Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 17...
  • Page 18 8 = 2 OHM Red/white dot Red/white dot Red/white dot Red/white dot Amplifier Black/ Black/ Black/ Black/ white white white white Black Black Black Black Red + Red + Red + Red + Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 18...
  • Page 19 (2) 8" x 22" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 8" x 20" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) (1) 1 x 1 Corner Filet (F) ∅ 11-5/8 R 3/8 1-1/2 4 3/4 4 3/4 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 19...
  • Page 20 (2) 8" x 21 1/2" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 8" x 19 3/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) (1) 1 x 1 Corner Filet (F) ∅ R 3/8 1-3/4 4 3/4 4 3/4 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 20...
  • Page 21 (2) 14 1/4" x 24 1/2" Sides(B) (2) 8" x 24 1/2" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 8" x 18 3/8" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) 14 1/4 ∅ R 3/8 4 3/4 4 3/4 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 21...
  • Page 22 (2) 13" x 22 3/4" Sides(B) (2) 10 1/2" x 22 3/4" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 10 1/2" x 19 1/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 9-5/32 R 3/8 10-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 22...
  • Page 23 (2) 13 1/4" x 26 3/4" Sides(B) (2) 10 1/2" x 26 3/4" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 10 1/2" x 20 1/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 9-5/32 13-1/4 R 3/8 2-1/2 10-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 23...
  • Page 24 (2) 14" x 27 3/4" Sides(B) (2) 10 1/2" x 27 3/4" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 10 1/2" x 19 1/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 9-5/32 R 3/8 2-1/2 10-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 24...
  • Page 25 (2) 13 1/4" x 26 1/2" Sides(B) (2) 12 1/2" x 26 1/2" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 12 1/2" x 20" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 10-15/16 13-1/4 R 3/8 2-1/2 12-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 25...
  • Page 26 (2) 15 3/4" x 24 1/2" Sides(B) (2) 12 1/2" x 24 1/2" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 12 1/2" x 20 3/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 10-15/16 15-3/4 R 3/8 12-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 26...
  • Page 27 (2) 16" x 14" Top & Bottom(A) (2) 16" x 26" Sides(B) (2) 12 1/2" x 26" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 12 1/2" x 19 3/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 10-15/16 R 3/8 12-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 27...
  • Page 28 (2) 16" x 26" Sides(B) (2) 12 1/2" x 26" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 12 1/2" x 19 3/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 13-3/4 R 3/8 8-1/2 2-3/4 15-1/2 8-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 28...
  • Page 29 (2) 19 3/4" x 28" Sides(B) (2) 15 1/2" x 28" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 15 1/2" x 22 1/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 13-3/4 19-3/4 R 3/8 8-1/2 15-1/2 8-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 29...
  • Page 30 (2) 22 3/4" x 30 1/2" Sides(B) (2) 15 1/2" x 30 1/2" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 15 1/2" x 21 1/4" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 13-3/4 22-3/4 R 3/8 8-1/2 15-1/2 8-1/2 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 30...
  • Page 31 (2) 17 1/4" x 30" Sides(B) (2) 18" x 30" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 18" x 23 1/2" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 16-5/16 17-1/4 R 3/8 9-3/4 9-3/4 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 31...
  • Page 32 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 32...
  • Page 33 (2) 23 3/4" x 27 1/2" Sides(B) (2) 18" x 27 1/2" Front & Back(C) Front View (1) 18" x 20" Port(D) (4) 2" x 2" Gusset(E) ∅ 16-5/16 23-3/4 R 3/8 9-3/4 9-3/4 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 33...
  • Page 34 403.55 245.75 173.58 137.95 65.65 16.8 21.8 24.7 31.1 42.2 11.835 11.908 10.088 9.276 9.698 .377 0.537 0.530 0.575 0.795 .365 0.514 0.503 0.542 0.735 Pmax, watts 1000 Xmax, mm 12.75 11.5 11.5 Kicker CompVR Subwoofers Recommended Applications Page 34...
  • Page 35 Stillwater Designs warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase from an Authorized Kicker Dealer, unless this product is labeled “B Stock”, in which case it is warranted for ninety (90) days from date of purchase. Should service be necessary under this war- ranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period, Stillwater Designs will replace or repair (at its discretion) the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge.
  • Page 36 P.O. Box 459 " Stillwater, Oklahoma 74076 " U.S.A. " 405 624-8510 or www.Kicker.com...

Table of Contents