Description
Description
DC Audio 10.0k is a 10,000-watt mono block amplifier from the competition series, built for serious bass-driven subs in 12V automotive systems. It includes a bass knob with a built-in clipping indicator and is designed for 14.4V operation with a strict 15.3V maximum (charging above that voids your warranty).
- 1 ohm stable: The amp can operate into a 1-ohm load, enabling aggressive low-impedance sub configurations and higher potential output in a dedicated sub channel.
- Output Power (RMS): 3,000x1 @ 4 ohms, 5,500x1 @ 2 ohms, 10,000x1 @ 1 ohm (14.4V)
- Variable low pass filter: Lets you set the high-frequency cutoff so the amp only amplifies the subwoofer’s cone movements within its optimal range, reducing unwanted midrange leakage.
- Variable subsonic filter: Attenuates ultra-low frequencies to prevent excessive cone movement and improve enclosure control at deep bass.
- Bass Boost @45Hz: 0 to 9 dB of boost at 45 Hz lets you tailor the sub’s extension without altering the rest of the system.
- RCA Pass Thru: Provides a signal path option to chain multiple stages or processing devices without extra adapters.
- Wired remote control: Allows on-vehicle bass level adjustments from the driver's seat for quick tuning during install or dynamic listening tweaks.
- Clipping Indicator: Visual feedback to prevent distortion by signaling when the amp is being driven into clipping.
- 8 AWG Speaker Terminals: Supports robust speaker wiring connections to handle high current paths from the amp to the sub.
- Triple 1/0 AWG Power and Ground Inputs: Three 1/0 AWG power and three 1/0 AWG ground inputs distribute current for stable operation in high-demand setups.
- Tiffany Style RCA Jacks: High-quality, low-noise signal connections help maintain clean input transfer for demanding sources.
- Fuse Rating: External 350 amp x 3 protection for high-current applications and system safety.
- LED Status Lights: Power and Protect indicators give quick at-a-glance health status.
- Remote Control: Yes.
- Frequency Response: 15 Hz – 270 Hz for nuanced sub-bass shaping within the crossover range.
- 24dB / Octave Crossover: YES, enabling steep, precise crossover performance.
Benefits: Ideal for a dedicated, high-output sub stage in a 12V car audio build, the 10.0k’s 1-ohm capability and multi-input power rail minimize voltage drop while delivering peak bass authority. The extensive filtering (low pass and subsonic) and 45 Hz bass boost allow exact tuning of the sub’s response to your enclosure and vehicle acoustics. The built-in clipping indicator and remote bass control help you maximize loudness without distortion, while the triple 1/0 AWG inputs and heavy heatsink support sustained, high-current operation in competition-grade installs. The RCA pass-thru and high-quality connectors preserve signal integrity across the chain.
| DC Amp Model: | 10.0k |
|---|---|
| Input Sensitivity | 6V~0.2V |
| Frequency Response | 15Hz~270Hz |
| 24dB / Octave Crossover | YES |
| Low Pass | 35Hz ~ 250Hz |
| Subsonic Filter | 10Hz-50hz |
| Bass Boost @45hz | 0 ~ 9db |
| Phase Shift | 0 ~ 180 |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Clip Indicator | Yes |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | dB100 |
| Damping Factor | 150< |
| THD @ 4ohms | Less than 0.1% |
| Fuse Rating | External 350 amp x 3 |
| LED Status Lights | Power and Protect |
| Master/Slave | No |
| Heatsink Length | 37.0"/940mm |
| Heatsink Width | 11.5"/292mm |
| Heatsink Height | 2.6"/66mm |





