January 07, 2008

2008 SUBWOOFER LINE UP

From simple factory system upgrades to building out a big, powerful sound system, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. has a wide range of subwoofers that deliver great bass with excellent efficiency for any system set-up.

KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS:

Type-X Subwoofers

Top-of-the-line, second-generation subwoofers deliver the most accurate and precise in-vehicle performance with optimum efficiency, for extremely tight and accurate bass
Large 80mm six-layer aluminum voice coil offers high power handling and low power compression
Ultra-light Kevlar-Rohacell® parabolic cone delivers high strength without added weight, which minimizes moving mass for greater output efficiency
Patent-pending High-Amplitude Multi Roll (HAMR) surround ensures maximum excursion and highest output
Easy-access insert terminals and voice coil configuration jumpers make them easy to install; concealed mount gaskets provide a sleek, professional cosmetic look

Type-R Subwoofers

Built to play loud, clean and long, delivering excellent bass performance with great low frequency extension and clarity
Patent-pending High-Amplitude Multi Roll (HAMR) surround ensures maximum excursion and highest output
Ultra-long linear excursion provides dynamic, realistic sound
Concealed mount gaskets create a clean, finished look that's sturdy enough to resist wear and tear

Type-S Subwoofers

Ideal for those who want tight, accurate Alpine bass at modest prices
Shallow mounting depth design allows for flexible installation
Advanced airflow system features stamped steel basket design with perimeter venting and leg venting cooling, so that bass plays longer while subwoofer stays cool

SPECIFICATIONS, PRICING & AVAILABILITY:

ALPINE SUBWOOFERS
Alpine subwoofers are available at authorized Alpine retailers.

TYPE-X SUBWOOFERS

SWX-1043D - 10-inch dual 4-ohm subwoofer

-CEA-2031 speaker ratings: 1000W maximum RMS, 3000W peak power handling, dual voice coil
-Frequency response: 22Hz - 500Hz
-Kevlar-Rohacell® parabolic cone with vented force transfer assembly 80mm, six-layer voice coils on anodized aluminum former
-Insert terminal bock with voice-coil configuration system
-Custom cast aluminum frame with integrated perimeter venting and heat transfer plate
-Mirrored Progressive Nomex® spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
-Compound radius curve (CRC) with T-drive (patented)
-Multi-stage thermal management system
-HAMR Santoprene® surround (pat. pending)
-Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested Retail Index - $450

KTE-10WG - 10-inch subwoofer grill system
Availability - Now
Suggested Retail Index - $20

SWX-1243D - 12-inch dual 4-ohm subwoofer

-CEA-2031 speaker ratings: 1000W maximum RMS, 3000W peak power handling, dual voice coil,
-Frequency response: 20Hz - 500Hz
-Kevlar-Rohacell® parabolic cone with vented force transfer assembly
-80mm, six-layer voice coils on anodized aluminum former
-Insert terminal bock with voice-coil configuration system
-Custom cast aluminum frame with integrated perimeter venting and heat transfer plate
-Mirrored Progressive Nomex® spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
-Compound radius curve (CRC) with T-drive (patented)
-Multi-stage thermal management system
-HAMR Santoprene® surround (pat. pending)
-Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested Retail Index - $500

KTE-12WG - 12-inch subwoofer grill system
Availability - Now
Suggested Retail Index - $20

TYPE-R SUBWOOFERS

SWR-1242D - 12-inch dual 4-ohm subwoofer

500W RMS
1500W peak power
Frequency response: 23Hz - 500Hz
Kevlar reinforced pulp cone
Custom cast aluminum frame with integrated perimeter venting and heat transfer plate
Dual voice coil design
Mirrored Progressive Nomex® spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
Compound radius curve (CRC) motor structure
Multi-stage thermal management system
HAMR surround and concealed mount gasket
Aluminum airflow motor cover
Insert push terminals with one-sided layout
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $220

SWR-1222D - 12-inch dual 2-ohm subwoofer

500W RMS
1500W peak power
Frequency response: 23Hz - 500Hz
Kevlar reinforced pulp cone
Custom cast aluminum frame with integrated perimeter venting and heat transfer plate
Dual voice coil design
Mirrored Progressive Nomex® spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
Compound radius curve (CRC) motor structure
Multi-stage thermal management system
HAMR surround and concealed mount gasket
Aluminum airflow motor cover
Insert push terminals with one-sided layout
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $220

SWR-1042D - 10-inch dual 4-ohm subwoofer

500W RMS
1500W peak power
Frequency response: 24Hz - 500Hz
Kevlar reinforced pulp cone
Custom cast aluminum frame with integrated perimeter venting and heat transfer plate
Dual voice coil design
Mirrored Progressive Nomex® spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
Compound radius curve (CRC) motor structure
Multi-stage thermal management system
HAMR surround and concealed mount gasket
Aluminum airflow motor cover
Insert push terminals with one-sided layout
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $200

KTE-10WG - 10-inch subwoofer grill system
Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $20  

SWR-1022D - 10-inch dual 2-ohm subwoofer

500W RMS
1500W peak power
Frequency response: 24Hz - 500Hz
Kevlar reinforced pulp cone
Custom cast aluminum frame with integrated perimeter venting and heat transfer plate
Dual voice coil design
Mirrored Progressive Nomex® spiders with reinforced layer integrated tinsel leads
Compound radius curve (CRC) motor structure
Multi-stage thermal management system
HAMR surround and concealed mount gasket
Aluminum airflow motor cover
Insert push terminals with one-sided layout
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $200

KTE-12WG - 12-inch subwoofer grill system
Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $20

TYPE-S SUBWOOFERS

SWS-1223D - 12-inch dual 2-ohm subwoofer

CEA-2031 speaker ratings: 300W maximum RMS, 900W peak power handling, nominal impedance 2ohm + 2ohm
Frequency response: 26Hz - 1kHz
1-piece parabolic glass fiber and Pulp/Kevlar cone
High-strength custom steel frame
Single progressive Nomex® spider
Compound radius curve motor structure (patented)
Concealed mount gasket
Integrated push terminals with banana jacks
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $170

SWS-1243D - 12-inch dual 4-ohm subwoofer

CEA-2031 speaker ratings: 300W maximum RMS, 900W peak power handling, nominal impedance 4ohm + 4ohm
Frequency response: 26Hz - 1kHz
1-piece parabolic glass fiber and Pulp/Kevlar cone
High-strength custom steel frame
Single progressive Nomex® spider
Compound radius curve motor structure (patented)
Concealed mount gasket
Integrated push terminals with banana jacks
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $170

SWS-1023D - 10-inch dual 2-ohm subwoofer

CEA-2031 speaker ratings: 300W maximum RMS, 900W peak power handling, nominal impedance 2ohm + 2ohm
Frequency response: 30Hz - 1kHz
1-piece parabolic glass fiber and Pulp/Kevlar cone
High-strength custom steel frame
Single progressive Nomex® spider
Compound radius curve motor structure (patented)
Concealed mount gasket
Integrated push terminals with banana jacks
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $150

KTE-10WG - 10-inch subwoofer grill system
Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $20

SWS-1043D - 10-inch dual 4-ohm subwoofer

CEA-2031 speaker ratings: 300W maximum RMS, 900W peak power handling, nominal impedance 4ohm + 4ohm
Frequency response: 30Hz - 1kHz
1-piece parabolic glass fiber and Pulp/Kevlar cone
High-strength custom steel frame
Single progressive Nomex® spider
Compound radius curve motor structure (patented)
Concealed mount gasket
Integrated push terminals with banana jacks
Designed and engineered in the USA

Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $150

KTE-12WG - 12-inch subwoofer grill system
Availability - Now
Suggested retail index - $20  

About Alpine Electronics
Alpine Electronics is a global supplier of automotive mobile media solutions including audio, video, satellite-linked navigation and portable device connectivity systems for original equipment and aftermarket applications. Alpine is at the forefront of vehicle entertainment and information system innovation, with many first-to-market technologies such as portable navigation that docks into an in-dash unit, iPod® integration, full-range digital amplification and automated acoustical correction sound systems.

With manufacturing and R&D facilities in Japan, China, Europe and North America, and more than 1,600 global patents, Alpine's premium sound systems and user-friendly navigation products combine the latest in advanced technology with an enhanced user experience.

Alpine is a consolidated subsidiary of Alps Electric Co., Ltd., one of the world's premier manufacturers of electronic components for computer, communications and car electronics equipment. Visit http://www.alpine-usa.com to learn more about Alpine products or to find an authorized retailer.