Description
Description
DC Audio’s M3 Level 1 10" Subwoofer delivers a purpose-built, high-excursion bass solution with a double-stacked FEA-optimized motor, chrome top plate and yoke, and a 2.0" voice coil, designed for sealed or ported enclosures and rated 300 W RMS / 600 W peak.
- 2.0" voice coil: A larger voice coil helps spread heat and sustain power, improving linearity at higher output.
- Double-stacked FEA-optimized motor with chrome top plate and yoke: Strong, controlled motor force for precise cone movement and consistent bass response.
- Stitched surround and paper cone assembly: Robust suspension and cone construction support durable excursion and reliable damping.
- Rubber motor boot with DC Logo: Seals and protects the motor area while contributing to overall durability.
- Polypropylene dust cover with DC logo: Lightweight protection that helps maintain consistent imaging and stiffness at excursion.
- Heavy duty interweaved tinsel lead wire sewn to the spider: Flexible, durable wiring that accommodates movement without fatigue.
- Stamped Steel black frame: Sturdy, rigid structure that resists flexing under dynamic bass signals.
- FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly — Fully CNC machined: Precision manufacturing for consistent performance and tolerances.
- Rubber mounting gasket: Provides a clean seal against the enclosure and helps isolate vibration.
- Chrome spring-loaded push terminals: Secure, easy-to-use connections with reliable contact.
- 10" driver size with 6" mounting depth, Outside diameter 11", Mounting hole diameter 9.3": Fits a compact install footprint while maintaining substantial cone area for bass output.
- Power handling: RMS 300 W / Peak 600 W for clean, dynamic bass within their rated range.
- Displacement and electrical/tonal basics: Displacement 0.12 ft³; Sd 324 cm²; Vas 17.1 L; Cms 0.12 Mm/n; Mms 146.8 g; Fs 37 Hz; Re 8 Ω; Le 3.88 mH; Qms 3.15; Qes 0.52; Qts 0.45; Xmax 19 mm; Ref SPL @ 1W 84.2 dB.
- Enclosure guidance: Sealed box 0.5 ft³; Ported box 1.0 ft³ for the 10" version.
In a real car audio build, the M3 Level 1 10" excels in either sealed or ported configurations, delivering controlled, punchy bass with a compact footprint. The combination of a 2.0" voice coil, robust motor, and precise tolerances supports solid low-end extension (Fs ~37 Hz, Xmax 19 mm) and respectable sensitivity (Ref SPL 84.2 dB), making it suitable for performance-focused applications where space is at a premium.
| M3 Level 1 Subwoofers | 10" | 12" |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Depth | 6" | 6.5" |
| Mounting Hole Diameter | 9.3" | 11.2" |
| Outside Driver Diameter | 11" | 12.5" |
| VC Diameter | 2.0" | 2.0" |
| Displacement | .12 ft | .14ft |
| Power Handling rms/peak | 300/600 | 300/600 |
| Ohm Options | d2/d4 | d2/d4 |
| Sd | 324 cm | 481 cm |
| Vas | 17.1 L | 47.7 L |
| Cms | 0.12 Mm/n | 0.12 Mm/n |
| Mms | 146.8 g | 168 g |
| Fs | 37 Hz | 32.6 Hz |
| Bl | 23.2 N/A | 23.2 N/A |
| Re | 8 Ohm | 8 Ohm |
| Le | 3.88 mH | 2.79 mH |
| Qms | 3.15 |
2.52 |
| Qes | 0.52 |
0.51 |
| Qts | 0.45 | 0.43 |
| Xmax | 19mm | 19mm |
| Ref SPL @1 watt | 84.2 db | 86.9 db |
| Suggest Sealed Box | .5 ft | .75 ft |
| Suggested Ported Box | 1.0 ft | 1.25 ft |



