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Table of Contents
- 1 Features
- 2 Performance
- 3 Installation
- 4 Infinite Baffle Mounting
- 5 Box Building Notes
- 6 If You Prefer an Ultra-Smooth Bass Response
- 7 A Note on Power Handling Capacity
- 8 Comp Sealed Enclosure Applications
- 9 Recommended Sealed Enclosures - Moderate Efficiency
- 10 Panel Dimensions for Minimum Recommended Sealed Enclosures
- 11 Comp Ported (Vented) Enclosure Applications
- 12 Recommended Rectangular Port Enclosures – High Efficiency
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- Page 2 This is your “fuel for Livin’ Loud _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Comp Subwoofers Comp Subwoofer Owner’s Manual C15 / C12 / C10 / C8 Congratulations! versatile subwoofers in car audio. The Comp was designed and outrageous SPL. ™ ”!
- Page 3 ™ “insufficient-gauge” lead wires. Spring-Loaded Nickel Plated Terminals connect medium to heavy gauge speaker wire to the high-power tinsel lead wires. Two-Piece Vented Hyper-Extended Blackened Pole Piece and Backplate 1.
- Page 4 Performance Model: Nominal Impedance [Zn], ohm Resonance Frequency [fs], Hz Sensitivity [SPLo], dB @ 1W, 1m Effective Piston Area [Sd], in Power Handling Watts, Peak (RMS) Effective Frequency Range, Hz ™ Effective Excursion [EXmax ], in (mm) DC Resistance [Re], ohm Voice Coil Inductance [Le], mH Voice Coil Diameter [d], in (mm) Voice Coil Length [h], in (mm)
- Page 5 The Kicker Comp subwoofers are designed to be extremely versatile. Comp subwoofers excel in a sealed or vented box, and they surpass the competition on an infinite baffle (free-air) installation. Infinite Baffle Mounting The infinite baffle mounting method effectively utilizes the rear deck and trunk space of most sedan type vehicles. Mark the rear deck or parcel shelf for the hole cut-out diameter of the subwoofer and cut the holes.
- Page 6 Add 2" x 2" (5 cm x 5 cm) to 3" x 3" (8 cm x 8 cm) triangle braces between each of the larger unsupported panels. Kicker recommends using a high-grade wood glue and silicone sealer for an airtight box. x = 3" x 3" for C15, C12 x = 2"...
- Page 7 Recommended Enclosures Comp Sealed Enclosure Applications The Kicker Comp excels when used in the recommended sealed boxes. These sealed enclosure designs will give the smoothest response with increased energy at the lowest frequencies, 20 to 30 Hz. These designs deliver massive amounts of high impact bass and can be driven with high levels of amplifier power.
- Page 8 Panel Dimensions for Minimum Recommended Sealed Enclosures using 3/4” (1.9 cm) thick MDF: Model Volume, ft Panel A .5 (14.2) 11 x 11 1.0 (28.3) 13.5 x 13.5 1.25 (35.4) 14.5 x 14.5 2.25 (63.7) 17.25 x 17.25 Note: All sealed box airspace should be filled to 50% loose poly-fil stuffing. Please allow two weeks of break-in time for the Comp subwoofer to reach optimum bass performance.
- Page 9 Note: The use of a subsonic filter will significantly increase the power handling. The power handling specifications in this chart are calculated using a 25 Hz, 24 dB per octave subsonic filter. All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Please visit kicker.com for the most current information.
- Page 10 Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (Kicker) Dealer for warranty. Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be obtained by writing, calling, or by visiting kicker.com. You can confirm that a dealer is authorized by asking to see a current authorized dealer window decal.
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