Description
Description
The DC Audio M4 Level 2 10" Subwoofer is a high-excursion 10" driver built for enthusiasts who demand real-world bass in sealed or ported enclosures. For 2025 it’s redesigned to deliver 33% more output than the previous Level 2, featuring a double-stacked FEA-optimized motor, chrome top plate and T yoke, and 22 mm of X-Max for sustained high excursion. Designed in the USA by American Audio Engineers and rated at 750W RMS / 1500W peak.
- Double-stacked FEA optimized motor: A dual-stack magnetic system engineered via finite element analysis to improve stiffness and control under high drive.
- 22 mm X-Max: Maximum voice-coil travel, enabling strong bass output within the 10" form factor.
- 2.75" Hi-temp copper voice coil: Large-diameter coil for high power handling and thermal resilience.
- Cast aluminum black frame / no invert mount: Rigid, durable construction that maintains alignment during heavy excursions.
- Extremely rigid non-pressed paper cone assembly: Stiff cone helps preserve timing and accuracy under load.
- Stitched Multilayered polymer surround: Durable surround that supports long-term reliability with consistent excursion.
- 8" OD Progressive High Output spiders: Provides controlled suspension for linear motion at high excursion.
- Heavy duty flat tinsel lead wire sewn to the spider: Robust electrical connection through large movements.
- Rubber mounting gasket: Seals and isolates vibrations at the mounting surface.
- Chrome spring loaded push terminals: Secure, easy-to-use connections for consistent contact under load.
- FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly - Fully CNC machined: Precision-machined components with tight tolerances for repeatable performance.
- Power handling: 750W RMS / 1500W peak for ample headroom with dynamic music.
- Enclosure compatibility: Performs in sealed or ported enclosures as part of its design.
- Mounting and sizing: 6.0" mounting depth, 9.35" mounting hole diameter, 11.0" outside diameter, 2.75" VC diameter, 0.13 ft³ displacement.
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- PDF Box Plans (Single 12"): Click For Single 12" PDF Box Plans
In a real car build, the M4 Level 2 10" excels as a dedicated bass element in a sealed or ported enclosure, with 0.5 ft³ sealed or 1.0 ft³ ported recommendations guiding optimal tuning. The driver’s robust motor and chassis, combined with a 750W RMS rating, provide solid headroom for dynamic music while maintaining control through high excursion.
| M4 Level 2 Subwoofers | 10" | 12" |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Depth | 6.0" | 6.5" |
| Mounting Hole Diameter | 9.35" | 11.00" |
| Outside Driver Diameter | 11" | 12.5" |
| VC Diameter | 2.75" | 2.75" |
| Displacement | .13 ft | .15ft |
| Power Handling rms/peak | 750/1500 | 750/1500 |
| Ohm Options | d2/d4 | d2/d4 |
| Sd | 330 cm | 502 cm |
| Vas | 9.42 L | 18.5 L |
| Cms | 60.895 u M/N | 51.797 u M/N |
| Mms | 268.892g | 283.609 g |
| Fs | 39.33Hz | 41.5Hz |
| Bl | 22.89 N/A | 22.72 N/A |
| Re | 7.0 Ohm | 7.0 Ohm |
| Kxm | 240.487 mH | 235.151 mH |
| Qms | 3.868 | 3.937 |
| Qes | 0.887 | 1.003 |
| Qts | 0.722 | 0.799 |
| Xmax | 22mm | 22mm |
| Ref SPL @1 watt | 80.0 db | 83.1 db |
| Suggest Sealed Box | .5 ft | .75 ft |
| Suggested Ported Box | 1.0 ft | 1.25 ft |


