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DC Audio NEO Elite 4.0 18" Subwoofer ***BUILT TO ORDER***

Regular price $1,754.99

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Description

The DC Audio NEO Elite 4.0 18" Subwoofer is a purpose-built neo-powered driver designed for extreme power handling and ground-pounding bass in demanding installations. With 4500 W RMS (9000 W peak) and a 4.0" voice coil, it’s engineered for high-power SPL and deep lows in large enclosures. Click HERE to get a Subwoofer Box

  • 18" diameter, 13" mounting depth: Provides a large motor and long-throw capability while requiring substantial enclosure real estate.
  • Power handling: 4500 W RMS / 9000 W peak: Ready for serious amplification and sustained high-volume bass, assuming a properly designed enclosure and cooling.
  • 4.0" voice coil: Large coil diameter enables better heat dissipation and power handling under high excursion conditions.
  • 8 AWG OFC direct leads: Minimizes resistance for cleaner power delivery to the voice coil during aggressive playback.
  • 10" spaced spiders: Adds rigidity and linear control of cone motion across high excursions, improving stability at high power.
  • Cast DC Series aluminum frame (black), no invert mount: Structural rigidity and precise alignment for dependable performance in rugged installations.
  • FEA- analyzed, CNC-machined motor assembly: Optimized magnetic structure and tight tolerances for predictable, high-power response.
  • Kraft pulp fiber reinforced cone & wide long-throw foam surround: Stiff yet flexible cone construction paired with a durable surround for extended travel and deep bass without distortion.
  • Dome-propylene dust cover with White DC logo: Protects the motor assembly while maintaining a clean, high-end appearance.
  • T/S parameters (18" version): Sd 1159 cm²; Vas 67.10 L; Cms 34.01 μm/n; Mms 807.49 g; Fs 30.36 Hz; Re 3.9 Ω; Le 4.70 mH; Qms 8.08; Qes 0.36; Qts 0.35; Xmax 34 mm; Ref SPL @ 1W/1m 88.83 dB.
  • Enclosure guidance: Ported box recommended around 5.5 ft³ for the 18" version (sealed options not specified).

The Neo Elite 4.0 18" excels in high-output, large-volume builds where deep, loud bass must remain controlled. Its heavy-duty coil and spider assembly, stiff cone, and optimized motor design work together to deliver sustained bass output with disciplined motion, making it well-suited for serious SPL-focused systems and premium installations that require deep lows at high volumes. For enclosure pairing, a ported box around 5.5 ft³ is listed for the 18" version.


15" 18"
Mounting Depth 12" 13"
Mounting Hole Diameter 14.25" 16.90"
Outside Driver Diameter 15.7" 18.5"
VC Diameter 4.0" 4.0"
Displacement .23 ft .26ft
Power Handling rms/peak 4500/9000 4500/9000
Ohm Options d.7/d1/d2/d4 d.7/d1/d2/d4
Sd 815 cm 1159 cm
Vas N/A L 67.10 L
Cms N/A um/n 34.01 um/n
Mms N/A g 807.49 g
Fs N/A Hz 30.36 Hz
Bl N/A N/A 40.55 N/A
Re N/A Ohm 3.9 Ohm
Le N/A mH 4.70 mH
Qms N/A 8.08
Qes N/A 0.36
Qts N/A 0.35
Xmax 34mm 34mm
Ref SPL @1 watt N/A db 88.83 db
Suggest Sealed Box N/A ft N/A ft
Suggested Ported Box 3.25 ft 5.5 ft