Is the DS18 SLC8S worth it?

For a cheap, loud 8-inch sub in a small box, yes. If you want clean, accurate bass or plan to push high power, spend more on a better driver.

What is the RMS power rating?

DS18 markets it at 400 watts, which is peak. Treat the RMS figure as much lower and match it to an amp that delivers roughly that continuous power.

Can I wire it to a 2-ohm amp?

It is a single 4-ohm voice coil, so it presents 4 ohms on its own. Two of them in parallel give 2 ohms; one sub cannot.

What size enclosure does it need?

It is an 8-inch sub, so it fits small sealed or ported boxes. Check the manual for the recommended box volume before you build.

What comes in the box?

The subwoofer itself. No enclosure, grille or wiring is included, so plan for those separately.

Entry-level DS18 subs tend to drop during car audio sales and holiday promotions. Compare the live price history before buying.

What do buyers say about the SELECT 8" Subwoofer?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 6 ratings.

Where can I buy the SELECT 8" Subwoofer?

2 stores we checked sell it, including DS18, Amazon.

SELECT 8" Subwoofer

Last price we saw

$84.95at Amazon, last seen Oct 31

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Our take on the SELECT 8" Subwoofer

The DS18 SLC8S is an 8-inch entry-level car subwoofer rated at 400 watts peak with a 4-ohm single voice coil and a ferrite magnet motor. It is built for budget builds that want loud bass from a small enclosure. DS18 sells it as a step above other cheap 8s on RMS handling and output. No current price was provided, so check the live comparison for where it sits against its recent range.

Best forBudget first-time car audio buildsSmall sealed or ported enclosures in tight trunks