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How Can I Wire One DVC Woofer?   

Connecting the two voice coils of the driver in series (+ to -) will result in the following impedances:

(Dual 6 ohm) Subwoofer: 12 ohms

  • Normally not used (because of high impedance) but is safe for any mono-bridgeable amplifier available on the market today.

(Dual 4 ohm) Subwoofer: 8 ohms

  • This configuration is suitable for all mono-bridgeable amplifiers and any rated to handle 4 ohm stereo load. (Seldom used, as stated above)

 For Low Impedance setup:    (Most popular)

Connecting the two voice coils of the driver in parallel (+ to +, - to -) will result in the following impedances:

(Dual 6 ohm) Subwoofer: 3 Ohms

  • This would be the most commonly used method of connecting a single 6 ohm DVC to a mono-bridged amp.  Check to be sure your amp can handle a 3 Ohm mono (1.5 Ohm stereo) load.  Check out the NEW 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.

(Dual 4 ohm) Subwoofer: 2 ohms

  • This can only be used with "high current" amplifiers rated to handle 2 ohm mono loads.  Check out the NEW 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.
 

How do I wire TWO DVC Woofers?

    Connecting the two voice coils of each driver in series (+ to -) and the drivers themselves in parallel (+ to +, etc.) will result in the following impedances:  

TWO (Dual 6 ohm) Subwoofer: 6 Ohms

  •  This configuration is the most common way to wire a pair of 6 ohm DVC woofers.  This is safe for amplifiers that are rated for 4 ohm mono/2 ohm stereo loads.  Check out the NEW Audiobahn 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.

TWO (Dual 4 ohm) Subwoofer: 4 Ohms

  • Suitable for any amplifier rated to be stable with 4 ohm mono loads.

For Low Impedance setup:    

Connecting the voice coils of each driver in parallel (+ to +, - to -) and the drivers themselves in parallel (+ to +, etc.) will result in the following impedances:

TWO (Dual 6 ohm) Subwoofers: 1.5 Ohms

  • This can only be used with "high current" amplifiers rated to handle 2 ohm mono loads or less.  Check out the 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.  This setup is not for use with non high-current amplifiers. 

TWO (Dual 4 ohm) Subwoofer: 1 Ohm

  • This can only be used with "high current" amplifiers rated to handle 1 ohm mono loads or less.  Check out the 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.  Note that not all 'high-current' amps are capable of this rating.

How do I wire THREE DVC Woofers?

    Connecting the two voice coils of each driver in series (+ to -) and the drivers themselves in parallel (+ to +, etc.) will result in the following impedances:

THREE (Dual 6 ohm) Subwoofers: 4 Ohms 

  • This is the most common way of wiring three (6 ohm DVC woofers) series subwoofers on a bridged amplifier and is perfect for amplifiers that are rated for 4 ohm mono loads.

THREE (Dual 4 ohm) Subwoofer: 2.66 Ohms

  • This can only be used with "high current" amplifiers rated to handle 2 ohm mono loads or less.  Check out the 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.  Note that not all 'high-current' amps are capable of this rating.

For Low Impedance setup:    

    Connecting the two voice coils of each driver in parallel (+ to +, - to -) and the drivers themselves in parallel will result in the following impedances:

THREE (Dual 6 ohm) Subwoofers:1 Ohm

  • This can only be used with "high current" amplifiers rated to handle 1 ohm mono loads or less.  Check out the 'Class D' and 'High Current' amplifiers.  Note that not all 'high-current' amps are capable of this rating.
 

How do I wire One SVC Woofer?

 (4 Ohm SVC) Subwoofer: 4 Ohms

  • This is the most basic hookup.  If you use a mono-bridged amplifier, it has to be stable at 2 ohm stereo.  
 

How do I wire TWO SVC Woofers?

TWO  (4 Ohm SVC) Subwoofer: 2 Ohms

 Probably the most popular of all sub systems.  Wire the two subs in Parallel.  

  • Must be powered with a high-current amplifier rated stable at 1 ohm stereo load.    We suggest the new 'Class D' and High-Current SERIES amplifiers.

How do I wire THREE SVC Woofers?

THREE(4 Ohm SVC) Subwoofer: 1.33 Ohms

  •  Must be powered with a high-current amplifier rated stable at 1 ohm mono load.    We suggest the new 'Class D' and High-Current amplifiers.

 
 

What Type of BASS do I want?

  • Aluminum Cone Woofers are one of the best materials to use for quick, tight bass response (sound quality applications) that extends to very low frequencies in a small sealed box.
  • Compression Piston Woofers are best suited for SPL applications because of their ability to stay linear under high stress situations and have a very predictable dispersion pattern which makes it easier to control standing long waves.
  • PAPER Cones are the most natural and true to life sounding material to use for woofers.

MSA's Favorites:

First, we must say that ALL brands we provide will give great BASS.  But for those looking for something a bit more, we do have our favorites.

Economy - Good Bass for your Buck!  We like MA Audio, Pioneer and Kenwood.

For Top SQ, we recommend Image Dynamics, CDT Audio, Crystal Mobile Sound.

For SPL, check out Orion, Rockford Fosgate, Kicker, and Image Dynamics

If you want the very best performer offering "High End" Sound Quality AND SPL, look at Image Dynamics IDMAX subs.  Perform Great at the widest possible power range.
 

*We present this basic information as a service and cannot be held responsible for any self-installation of products.

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