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KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier

KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier

5(99 ratings)

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  • Lowest price today: $239.96 at Pro Audio Center (checked Nov 13, 2026).
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Our take on the KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier

The Kicker KEY500.1 is a compact mono subwoofer amplifier with a built-in AI-driven DSP. Its standout feature is Auto EQ: it plays supplied test tones, analyzes the input signal, and automatically flattens peaks while restoring low bass that stock radios usually cut. It also packs 24 dB sub-sonic and low-pass crossovers, bass boost, and gain controls in a chassis about eight inches long and under two inches high. It suits owners upgrading a factory system who want clean bass without a tuning session, and it compares well with rivals because FIT 2+ accepts factory signals up to 40 volts and works with nearly any stock or aftermarket radio.

Best forFactory-system upgrades that keep the stock head unitTight spaces behind a glove box, under a seat or in a trunkOwners who want automatic bass correction without a DSP tunerSimple single-subwoofer setups
Pros
  • Auto EQ analyzes input and corrects peaks and missing low bass automatically
  • FIT 2+ works with nearly any stock or aftermarket radio
  • Accepts factory input signals up to 40 volts (400 watts)
  • Very small footprint for hidden mounting
  • 24 dB sub-sonic and low-pass crossovers plus bass boost and gain
Cons
  • Auto EQ depends on running the supplied test tones correctly
  • Mono, single-channel design limits it to subwoofer duty
  • Setup still needs basic gain and crossover adjustment by ear
  • No display, so tuning feedback comes from listening

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KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier price history

Lowest price we've seen: $239.96 on Nov 13 at Crutchfield. Tracked across 13 stores since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

  • 5 / 599 ratings

Rated 5 out of 5 across 99 ratings, buyers consistently praise the KEY500.1 for adding clean, even bass to factory systems and for its small size. The automatic tuning is the feature owners mention most.

What people mention
  • Auto EQPraisedOwners say the automatic analysis evens out bass and restores low end their stock radio was missing.
  • SizePraisedBuyers note the small chassis mounts easily behind a glove box, under a seat or in a trunk.
  • Factory integrationPraisedFIT 2+ and high-voltage input handling let it work with stock radios without extra adapters.
  • SetupMixedThe automatic tuning is easy, but running the test tones and setting gain still takes some care.

About the KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier

The KICKER KEY500.1 is a mono subwoofer amplifier and audio processor in one. It uses AI-driven digital signal processing (DSP). Its Auto EQ analyzes the incoming audio using KICKER's supplied test tones. It then corrects peaks in the signal and restores low bass that is often missing.

Controls include 24dB sub-sonic and low-pass crossovers, bass boost and gain. The amplifier is compatible with the CXARC remote control, which adjusts bass with a knob.

The amp measures about eight inches long and less than two inches high, so it can be mounted behind a glove box, under a seat or in a trunk. FIT 2+ (Fail-safe Integration Technology 2 PLUS) allows use with stock or aftermarket radios. It accepts factory input signals as high as 40 volts (400 watts).

Power, 1 ohm
500 W mono
Power, 2 ohm
300 W mono
Power, 4 ohm
150 W mono
Dimensions (H x W x L)
1-11/16 x 4-1/8 x 8-1/8 in (4.3 x 9.2 x 20.7 cm)
Frequency response
10-160 Hz
Input sensitivity
High level: 1V-40V; low level: 125mV-5V
Signal-to-noise
>90dB, A-weighted, re: rated power
Crossover
Variable low pass 40-160 Hz; variable high pass 10-40 Hz
Controls
Bass boost, gain
Remote
Compatible with CXARC remote control
Compatibility
Stock or aftermarket radios via FIT 2+
In the box
1 fuse holder; 1 manual and installation hardware

Questions and answers

What does Auto EQ actually do?
It plays Kicker's supplied test tones, analyzes the signal coming into the amp, then flattens peaks and restores low bass the source is missing. The result is a cleaner, more even bass response without manual tuning.
Will it work with my factory radio?
FIT 2+ gives it nearly universal compatibility with stock and aftermarket radios. It also accepts factory input signals as high as 40 volts (400 watts), so most factory systems can feed it directly.
How big is the amplifier?
It measures about eight inches long and less than two inches high. That lets it fit behind a glove box, under a seat or in a trunk.
What crossover controls does it have?
It has 24 dB sub-sonic and low-pass crossovers, plus bass boost and gain controls. Those let you shape the subwoofer's range on top of Auto EQ.
Is it a multi-channel amp?
No. The KEY500.1 is a mono amplifier built for a subwoofer, not for powering door speakers.
What comes in the box?
The amplifier and Kicker's supplied test tones used for Auto EQ. You supply the wiring and mounting hardware for your install.
Where is the KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier cheapest?
At Pro Audio Center, for $239.96, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 99 ratings.
Where can I buy the KICKER KEY500.1 500W Mono Subwoofer Car Audio Amplifier?
15 stores we checked sell it, including Pro Audio Center, Amazon, Drive-In Autosound, Crutchfield, Best Buy.

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