JL Audio 8WXv2 Subwoofer Driver

From technology followers- 12 Volt News: The newest member of the WX lineup is the 8WXv2, offering excellent performance in small enclosures at a price that is within reach of any audio enthusiast. Like all JL Audio subwoofer drivers, the WX’s are centered on a long excursion, DMA-optimized motor system, supported by our patented Elevated Frame Cooling and a highly linear suspension. This means they deliver lots of low-distortion, high-quality bass with all types of music.

Nominal Diameter: 8 in (200 mm)
Recommended Power Range: 50 – 150 W
Xmax: 0.35 in (8.9 mm) one-way, linear
Impedance: Single 4 ohm
Rec. Sealed Enclosure: 0.375 cu.ft. (10.6 l)
Mounting Depth: 4.28 in (108.7 mm)
Availability: Second Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD $79.95/each

I bet Jadakiss sounds great coming out these subs...

For more information visit www.jlaudio.com.

JL Audio JX500/1D Amplifier—43% Smaller Without Sacrificing Power or Performance

JL Audio's JX amplifiers have risen to the top of the company’s sales charts by delivering JL Audio’s no-nonsense, pure performance philosophy at very affordable price points.

Manville Smith, JL Audio’s V.P. of Marketing says, “The latest member of the JX lineup is a new Class D, 500 Watt monoblock, replacing the best-selling JX500/1. By shifting this model from traditional Class A/B technology to the more efficient Class D design, we were able to significantly reduce the size of the amplifier, while still delivering outstanding power and fidelity.”

JX500/1D specifcations:

Continuous Power: RMS method, 14.4V @ <1% THD+N, 300W @ 4 ohms, 400W @ 3 ohms, 500W @ 2 ohms Frequency Response: 10-150 Hz (+0, – 1 dB)
Damping Factor: >1000 @ 4 ohm Dimensions (H x W x D): 2.09 x 7.68 x 7.83 in (53 x 195 x 199 mm)
Availability: First Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD. $329.95/each

JL Audio Slash v3 Amplifiers: Back in Black

JL Audio is unleashing the latest edition of the legendary Slash amplifiers. The Slash v3's feature an all-black look that is pure, sexy evil, with significant changes under the hood as well.

The patented Class D output circuitry in the monoblocks has been enhanced to deliver 20% more power than the previous generation amplifiers. On-board signal processing includes a parametric equalizer and highly advanced crossover controls.

The companion four-channel amplifier is the 300/4v3, offering 75W x 4 from JL Audio's patented Absolute Symmetry Class A/B output stage.

All models feature JL Audio's R.I.P.S. (Regulated Intelligent Power Supply) technology to maintain consistent power over a wide range of load impedances and supply voltages, as well as Advanced Rollback Thermal protection to keep your music playing under the most demanding conditions.

300/4v3
Continuous Power: RMS method, 11-V - 14.4V @ <0.03% THD+N 4 x 75W @ 1.5 - 4 ohms 2 x 150W @ 3-8 ohms (Bridged)

Frequency Response: 5 Hz - 30 kHz (+0, - 1 dB)
Damping Factor: >200 @ 4 ohms
Dimensions (H x W x D): 2.36 x 9.25 x 13.4 in (60 x 235 x 340 mm)
Availability: First Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD $649.95/each

600/1v3
Continuous Power: RMS method, 11-V - 14.4V @ <0.05% THD+N 600W @ 1.5 - 4 ohms Frequency Response: 5-250 Hz (+0, - 1 dB)
Damping Factor: >500 @ 4 ohms
Dimensions (H x W x D): 2.36 x 9.25 x 13.4 in (60 x 235 x 340 mm)
Availability: First Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD $699.95/each

1200/1v3
Continuous Power: RMS method, 11-V - 14.4V @ <0.05% THD+N 1200W @ 1.5 - 4 ohms Frequency Response: 5-250 Hz (+0, - 1 dB)
Damping Factor: >500 @ 4 ohms
Dimensions (H x W x D): 2.36 x 9.25 x 19.7 in (60 x 235 x 500 mm)
Availability: Second Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD $1299.95/each

For more details, check out jlaudio.com, the official website to JL Audio

JL Audio W6v3 Subwoofer Drivers: The Sound Quality Gods are Smiling

For 2012, JL Audio is introducing the W6v3's with a slew of advances, representing two years of intense effort from the company's engineering department. These upgrades generate very noticeable performance increases in the form of greater output, sharper dynamics and improved overall sound quality.

The hearts of the W6v3's are their motor systems, featuring larger field plates and magnet assemblies than those used on v2's. These more powerful motor systems have been critically refined via JL Audio's proprietary DMA system to deliver exceptional linear excursion and dynamic stability. Further enhancing performance is a new motor cooling circuit design, featuring a patented pole vent designed to improve cooling efficiency and reduce power compression. The voice coil configuration remains a dual 4 ohm design with a terminal jumper system to allow parallel or series wiring.

New suspensions feature a wide rubber surround and a new progressive-roll spider to control the increased excursion capability. The cones are also new, and include a silver accent ring that creates a classy new look in combination with the satin black cast alloy basket.

W6v3's are ready for another decade of sound quality dominance.

Key Improvements over W6v2's:
Larger, more powerful motor systems 12W6v3: 20% larger 10W6v3: 26% larger
Greater linear excursion capability: 12W6v3: 14% more than W6v2 10W6v3: 23% more than W6v2
More durable rubber surround
Improved cooling circuit design (patented)

Overview:
Small sealed enclosure volume requirements
Very long linear excursion capability: 0.74 in / 18.8 mm, one-way
High power handling
DMA-optimized motor designs
New, patent-pending pole cooling system and patented elevated frame cooling
Patented "floating cone attach method" technology
Plateau reinforced spider attach (RC)
Cast alloy frame
Jacketed lead-wire system
Injection molded, mineral-filled polypropylene cone
Rubber surround
Precision-built in USA at JL Audio's Miramar, Florida factory

10W6v3
Nominal Diameter: 10 in (250 mm)
Recommended Power Range: 200 - 600 W
Xmax: 0.74 in (18.8 mm) one-way, linear
Impedance: Dual 4 ohm
Rec. Sealed Enclosure: 0.625 cu.ft. (17.7 l)
Mounting Depth: 6.89 in (175 mm)
Availability: Second Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail: USD $599.00/ each

12W6v3
Nominal Diameter: 12 in (300 mm)
Recommended Power Range: 200 - 600 W
Xmax: 0.74 in (18.8 mm) one-way, linear
Impedance: Dual 4 ohm
Rec. Sealed Enclosure: 1.25 cu.ft. (35.4 l)
Mounting Depth: 7.52 in (191 mm)
Availability: Second Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail: USD $699.00/ each

JL Audio W7AE H.O. Wedge™ Subwoofer Systems: The connoisseur’s high-output system

JL Audio has updated the legendary W7 H.O. Wedge Systems with new cosmetics to complement the tough looks of the W7AE drivers. The revision includes new charcoal carpet with embroidered "JL Audio: Made in USA" graphics and a black insert on the mounting baffle for a clean, classy appearance. Patented, chamber-coupled porting delivers stunning bass output and fidelity.

HO110R-W7AE
Subwoofer Driver: 10W7AE
Recommended Power Range: 300 - 750 W
Impedance: 3 ohm
Dimensions (H x W x D): 15.25 x 32 x 19.25 in (387 x 813 x 489 mm)
Availability: First Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD $1099.95/each

HO112R-W7AE
Subwoofer Driver: 12W7AE
Recommended Power Range: 400 - 1000 W
Impedance: 3 ohm
Dimensions (H x W x D): 17 x 34 x 20.5 in (432 x 864 x 521 mm)
Availability: First Quarter 2012
Suggested Retail Price: USD $1299.95/each

StealthMod™ Bridging the gap between a basic subwoofer addition and a full, custom system solution

JL Audio is hitting CES HARD!!! One of many, many of the items they are unveiling happens to be called StealthMod. StealthMod bridges the gap between a basic subwoofer addition and a full, custom system solution. According to JL Audio,

A StealthMod™ is a complete, JL Audio-engineered upgrade package that builds on a Stealthbox® installation with well thought-out amplification and/or speaker system modifications.
The goal is to provide maximum performance value with minimal modification to the vehicle and little visual evidence of its installation. By taking the guesswork out of the system design, equipment selection and installation, JL Audio can offer customers a high-quality, reliable audio upgrade at a very reasonable price.
Every aspect of the installation has been thoroughly researched and tested: from the interface with the factory head unit, to the power wiring and the speaker installation. In addition to detailed instructions, the installer will find all the necessary brackets, wiring products, fasteners and adaptors to complete the installation. This significantly cuts down installation time, compared to a custom system approach.
The end result is an audio upgrade that completely blows away the factory audio system, not only with improved sub-bass, but with better performance across-the-board.

StealthMod™ includes:
Stealthbox® subwoofer system
Component speaker upgrades
System amplifier with remote level control
Wiring (power, speaker and signal)
Brackets, adaptors and hardware
Detailed installation and setup instructions

StealthMod™ systems for the following cars are shipping now:
Kia Soul
Suggested Retail: USD $1449.95/each
Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Suggested Retail: USD $2399.95/each

Shipping First Quarter 2012
BMW X5 (with premium audio)
Suggested Retail: USD $1899.95/each

JL Audio prepping for CES...

This week is a busy week. In seven days, there's three major events: the start of NAIAS (North American International Auto Show) in Detroit, Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, and Tokyo Auto Salon in Tokyo, Japan.

CES starts January 10th and those who have anything to do with electronics will be at this show. Pertaining to cars, companies who specialize in audio, navigational systems, alarms, TV monitors, etc show off their new products to potential buyers.

One company that sells great audio products for vehicles, is JL Audio, and as we speak, they're putting together last minutes touches for the show tomorrow. Check out some of the sneak peeks...

One of the demo vehicles in JL Audio's spacious area.

Prepping the Camaro SS for the festivities.

The Fathom IWS in-wall subwoofer system.

Covering the ultra thin subwoofers.

Another demo vehicle... a CanAm Spyder with the JL Audio SlamPak system.

I wonder what else JL Audio has up their sleeve. We'll soon find out.

Photos: JLA

CarTunes Shows off a Maserati Gran Turismo

CarTunes of Atlanta had the pleasure to work on a Maserati Gran Turismo. According the shop,

"Maserati’s have always been known for style, prestige, and class. For such a classy car, they really come with horrible factory sound systems. So we fixed that with a custom built JL Audio Subwoofer, Focal Speakers, JL Amplifiers, and a Kenwood touch screen navigation system to liven up the cabin and give this car bold audio quality it deserved.
We also fitted it with our Cartunes License to Speed package with the Blinder M27x and Escort 9500Ci Radar and Laser Diffusion products. But where’s the display? Look at the rear view mirror…….Ta-da!"

This Maserati looks great, but having one subwoofer in the trunk threw me off a bit.