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DC Audio Level 4 10" Subwoofer

Regular price $374.99

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Description

The DC Audio Level 4 10" Subwoofer (model m4) is a premium, SQ-focused 10-inch woofer designed for enthusiasts who demand precise bass control, high power handling, and robust heat management.

  • Power Handling: 1500W RMS / 3000W peak, indicating strong continuous power tolerance and the ability to deliver dynamic bass peaks without immediate thermal compression.
  • Impedance Options: Dual 1, Dual 2, and Dual 4-ohm versions available, giving flexibility to match amplifier loads and wiring configurations for optimal damping and system gain.
  • 2.5mm Aluminum Shorting Ring: reduces inductance in the motor, helping with power compression and acting as an internal heatsink to pull heat from windings toward coil venting for improved cooling.
  • X-Max & Motor Architecture: 23.5mm of X-Max with a triple-stacked motor, chrome top plate and T-yoke for linear excursion and stable motion under high power.
  • Construction & Materials: Extremely rigid non-pressed paper cone, multilayered polymer foam stitched surround, polypropylene dust cover with DC logo, and a cast aluminum black frame with rubber mounting gasket—built for durability and precise midbass control.
  • Voice Coil: 3" Hi-temp aluminum voice coil wound on a black anodized former, enabling high thermal handling and reliable voice coil assembly during heavy use.
  • Lead Wires & Terminals: Extra heavy-duty interwoven tinsel lead wire sewn to the spider and chrome spring-loaded push terminals for secure, lasting electrical connections.
  • Motor Boots & Logos: New motor boots embossed with DC and LV4 logos, signaling the upgraded aesthetics and branding of the Level 4 line.
  • Sizes, Dimens & Enclosure Hints: Available in 10", 12", 15" and 18" with 3" VC diameter; 10" mounting depth 6.25", mounting hole diameter 9.35", outside driver diameter 11" (VC diameter 3.0"). Suggested enclosure guidance: sealed ~0.75 ft³, ported ~1.0 ft³ for 10", with larger boxes recommended for bigger models.

The Level 4 m4 is engineered for high-end SQ builds that require accurate bass, controlled excursion, and reliable heat management across demanding listening sessions. Its impedance flexibility, robust motor and coil design, and reinforced mechanical structure make it well suited for dedicated subwoofer channels in both sealed and ported configurations, while its refined manufacturing and updated components support long-term consistency in a premium car audio system.


10" 12" 15" 18"
Mounting Depth 6.25" 6.75" 8" 9.5"
Mounting Hole Diameter 9.35" 11" 14" 16.75"
Outside Driver Diameter 11" 12.5" 15.7" 18.5"
VC Diameter 3.0" 3.0" 3.0" 3.0"
Displacement .16 ft .18 ft .21 ft .26ft
Power Handling rms/peak 1500/3000 1500/3000 1500/3000 1500/3000
Ohm Options d1/d2/d4 d1/d2/d4 d1/d2/d4 d1/d2/d4
Sd 324 cm 481 cm 823 cm 1217 cm
Vas 00.00 L 17.42 L 00.00 L 000.00 L
Cms 0.000 Mm/n 0.058 Mm/n 0.000 Mm/n 0.000 Mm/n
Mms 000.0 g 232.74 g 000.0 g 000.0 g
Fs 00.0Hz 43 Hz 00.0Hz 00.0 Hz
Bl 28.49 N/A 28.49 N/A 28.49 N/A 28.49 N/A
Re 8.6 Ohm 8.6 Ohm 8.6 Ohm 8.6 Ohm
Le 0.00 mH 5.62 mH 0.00 mH 0.00 mH
Qms 0.00 7.92 00.0
00.00
Qes 0.00 0.66 0.00 0.00
Qts 0.000 0.615 0.00 0.000
Xmax 23.5mm 23.5mm 23.5mm 23.5mm
Ref SPL @1 watt 00 db 84.94 db 00.0 db 00.0 db
Suggest Sealed Box .75 ft 1.0 ft 2.0 ft 3.5 ft
Suggested Ported Box 1.0 ft 1.5 ft 3.0 ft 5.5 ft