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Alpine hdz-w12 12" status series dual 4-ohm car subwoofer

Alpine hdz-w12 12" status series dual 4-ohm car subwoofer

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$999.95at Best BuyChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $999.95 at Best Buy on Nov 8.

Our take on the Alpine hdz-w12 12" status series dual 4-ohm car subwoofer

The Alpine HDZ-W12 is a 12-inch car subwoofer from Alpine's Status series with a dual 4-ohm voice coil. Wiring the coils in parallel gives a 2-ohm load and in series an 8-ohm load, so it fits a range of amplifier setups. It is built for high output in a sealed or ported enclosure and suits bass-heavy builds. Against mainstream single-coil 12s it offers more wiring flexibility and higher power handling, but it needs a strong amplifier and a proper box to sound its best.

Best forBass-heavy music fansCustom sealed or ported box buildsDrivers with 2-ohm-stable amplifiersUpgrading a factory system with an added sub stage
Pros
  • Dual 4-ohm coils allow 2-ohm or 8-ohm wiring
  • 12-inch cone moves substantial air for deep bass
  • High RMS power handling suits strong amplifiers
  • Low 26 Hz tuning potential in a ported box
  • Alpine's Status line has a solid reputation for durability
Cons
  • Needs a large enclosure, which eats trunk space
  • Demands a powerful, stable amplifier
  • Not for boats or marine use
  • Heavy cone needs solid mounting to avoid rattles

Alpine hdz-w12 12" status series dual 4-ohm car subwoofer prices at every store

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Alpine hdz-w12 12" status series dual 4-ohm car subwoofer price history

Lowest price we've seen: $999.95 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of Alpine Status subwoofers generally report strong, clean output and good build quality. Most criticism centers on the space and amplifier power needed to get the most from a 12-inch driver.

What people mention
  • Bass outputPraisedOwners say it delivers deep, strong bass that fills a car cabin.
  • Build qualityPraisedBuyers describe the cone and frame as sturdy and well made.
  • WiringPraisedThe dual 4-ohm coils make it easy to match different amplifiers.
  • Enclosure sizeCriticisedReviewers note it needs a large box, which takes up trunk space.
  • Amplifier powerMixedSome say it only performs well with a powerful, 2-ohm-stable amp.

Specifications

Included in Loudspeaker System
SubwooferSource
Color
BlackSource
Frequency (min) (Hz)
26Source
Impedance (ohm)
4.0Source
Signal Separation

Questions and answers

Can I wire this sub to 2 ohms?
Yes. The dual 4-ohm voice coils wired in parallel present a 2-ohm load. Wiring them in series gives 8 ohms.
What size enclosure does it need?
It is a 12-inch driver, so it needs a box sized for a 12-inch sub, typically a sealed or ported enclosure built to Alpine's recommended volume.
Does it work with a factory stereo?
No. It has no built-in amplifier, so it needs a separate amplifier and wiring from the head unit.
Is it suitable for a boat?
No. It is designed for car use, not marine environments.
What is in the box?
The subwoofer itself. Amplifier, wiring and enclosure are sold separately.
Where is the Alpine hdz-w12 12" status series dual 4-ohm car subwoofer cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $999.95, as of our latest check.

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