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JBL Stage 122D

JBL Stage 122D

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$109.95at Best BuyChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $109.95 at Best Buy on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the JBL Stage 122D

The JBL Stage 122D is a 12-inch dual-voice-coil car subwoofer rated at 250 W RMS and 1000 W peak, with 8-ohm impedance and a polypropylene cone. Its 91 dB sensitivity means it plays loud on modest amplifier power, and the 34–200 Hz range covers deep bass for music and home theater. It is a bare driver, so it needs an enclosure and a separate amplifier. Compared with pricier 12-inch subs, it trades some excursion and build refinement for easy power demands and flexible dual-coil wiring.

Best forBudget bass upgrades in a sealed or ported boxDrivers who already own a suitable amplifierDual-coil wiring setups (2 or 8 ohm)Music and movie bass in a car or small room
Pros
  • High 91 dB sensitivity, so modest amps drive it loud
  • Dual voice coils allow flexible wiring
  • Polypropylene cone resists moisture and wear
  • Wide 34–200 Hz range for deep bass
  • 12-inch size moves more air than smaller drivers
Cons
  • Only 250 W RMS, so output is limited versus high-power subs
  • Needs an enclosure and amplifier, sold as a bare driver
  • 8-ohm coils give fewer low-impedance wiring options
  • Not rated for marine use
  • Deep bass needs a large box

JBL Stage 122D prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $109.95Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • JBL by HarmanNew

    In stock

    $109.95Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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JBL Stage 122D price history

Lowest price we've seen: $109.95 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback is limited, but buyers of JBL's Stage subs generally report solid bass for the money and easy amplifier matching thanks to the high sensitivity. Some note that output is modest compared with high-power subs and that a proper box is essential.

What people mention
  • SensitivityPraisedOwners say it plays loud on modest amplifier power.
  • Power handlingMixedThe 250 W RMS rating is enough for most setups but limits maximum output.
  • Dual voice coilsPraisedBuyers like the wiring flexibility the two coils provide.
  • EnclosureCriticisedIt needs a proper box to deliver deep, controlled bass.

Specifications

Speaker Mounted in Box
NoSource
Connections
Speaker ConnectionSource
Speaker Materials
PolypropyleneSource
Sensitivity (dB)
91.0Source
Power (max) (W)

Questions and answers

Does the JBL Stage 122D need an amplifier?
Yes. It is a passive subwoofer with no built-in amplifier, so it needs an external amp rated for its 250 W RMS.
What size enclosure does it need?
It is a 12-inch driver, so it needs a box built for a 12-inch sub. A sealed box gives tighter bass; a ported box gives more output but takes more space.
Can I wire it to 2 ohms?
Its dual 8-ohm coils can be wired in parallel for 4 ohms or in series for 16 ohms. It cannot reach 2 ohms.
Is it suitable for a boat?
No. JBL does not rate it for marine use, so it is best kept in a car or a dry interior space.
How much power does it handle?
It is rated at 250 W RMS and 1000 W peak. Match it with an amplifier near the RMS rating for safe, clean output.
What is in the box?
The subwoofer driver itself. An enclosure, amplifier and wiring are not included.
Where is the JBL Stage 122D cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $109.95, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the JBL Stage 122D?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, JBL by Harman.

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1000Source
Frequency (min) (Hz)
34Source
Impedance (ohm)
8.0Source
Type
SubwoofersSource
Subwoofer Size (")
12.0Source
Frequency (max) (Hz)
200Source
Brand Specific
NoSource
Suitable for Boats
NoSource
Power (RMS) (W)
250Source
Built-in Amplifier
NoSource
Subwoofer Amount
1Source