Description
Description
The DC Audio NEO 3.0 12" Subwoofer is a built-to-order SPL driver engineered for championship-level output, with configurable coil and spider options to extract every tenth of a dB in a car audio system.
- Extremely rigid AR paper cone assembly: Minimizes cone flex under high excursion, preserving bass integrity and reducing distortion at loud SPL levels.
- Multilayered polymer foam surround: Provides controlled, durable suspension for linear cone travel across a wide power range.
- Polypropylene dust cover with DC logo: Protects the voice coil while keeping diffraction effects minimal for clean bass output.
- 8” OD semi cup progressive roll spiders: Delivers stable voice-coil motion and refined control over suspension as the cone moves deep into travel.
- Dual extra heavy duty interweaved tinsel lead wire: Enables reliable, high-flex connections that withstand repeated excursions without fatigue.
- Cast aluminum black frame: Rigid chassis that reduces flex and aids heat dissipation in demanding in-vehicle applications.
- FEA analyzed and optimized motor assembly – Fully CNC machined: Ensures precise tolerances for consistent performance and low distortion across power levels.
- Rubber mounting gasket: Dampens mounting-induced vibrations and helps seal the installation for cleaner bass.
- Chrome spring loaded push terminals: Secure, high-current connections with easy, repeatable wiring.
- 3" 8 layer hi-temp flat wound aluminum voice coil: High-temperature capability and surface area for efficient power handling and cooling.
- Custom Coil and Spider Configurations to maximize output: Allows tuning of inductance and suspension to optimize SPL while maintaining linearity.
- Power Handling rms/peak: 2200/4400
In a properly designed system, the NEO 3.0 12" excels in competition-grade builds where high power and precise control are required. Its rigid construction, robust wiring, and motor optimization deliver substantial SPL potential with predictable behavior across demanding drive cycles. The combination of configurable coil/spider options and a CNC-machined motor assembly makes it a compelling choice for enthusiasts pursuing maximum bass output from a single, high-performance driver.
| 15" | 18" | |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Depth | 9" | 11" |
| Mounting Hole Diameter | 14" | 16.75" |
| Outside Driver Diameter | 15.7" | 18.5" |
| VC Diameter | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Displacement | .23ft | .26ft |
| Power Handling rms/peak | 2200/4400 | 2200/4400 |
| Ohm Options | d.7/d1/d2/d4 | d.7/d1/d2/d4 |
| Sd | 791 cm | 1159 cm |
| Vas | L | L |
| Cms | Mm/n | Mm/n |
| Mms | g | g |
| Fs | Hz | Hz |
| Bl | N/A | N/A |
| Re | Ohm | Ohm |
| Le | mH | mH |
| Qms | ||
| Qes | ||
| Qts | ||
| Xmax | 23mm | 23mm |
| Ref SPL @1 watt | db | db |
| Suggest Sealed Box | ft | ft |
| Suggested Ported Box | 3.0 ft | 5.5 ft |



