Overview
The JBL Selenium 12PWX-8R is a high-performance 12-inch woofer designed to deliver robust low and mid-low frequencies for professional sound reinforcement and demanding automotive audio systems. Engineered with JBL's rigorous standards, this driver features a magnetic assembly optimized via Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and a stamped steel frame that ensures structural rigidity and durability in mobile applications.
At the heart of the 12PWX is a cone manufactured with Multi Composite Fiber (MCF) technology, exclusive to JBL, which provides the ideal balance of lightness and resistance for distortion-free reproduction even at high power levels. Its new suspension geometry allows for a flatter response curve, making it an excellent choice for 3, 4, or 5-way systems in nightclubs, auditoriums, or high-output "trio" car audio builds where clear, punchy mid-bass is essential.
Features
- MCF Technology – Cone constructed with Multi Composite Fiber for superior strength, reduced weight, and minimal distortion.
- High Power Handling – Capable of handling 300 Watts RMS and up to 600 Watts of continuous musical program power.
- Optimized Cooling – Features a ventilated magnet assembly that dissipates heat efficiently, ensuring consistent performance during long sessions.
- Versatile Application – Ideal for mid-bass reinforcement in PA systems, stage monitors, and high-performance car audio.
- Durable Build – Built on a rigid steel chassis with black epoxy finish and an impregnated fabric suspension for longevity.
Specifications
- Nominal Diameter: 12 inches (305 mm)
- Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Power Handling (RMS): 300 Watts
- Power Handling (Program): 600 Watts
- Sensitivity (1W/1m): 95 dB SPL
- Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 5500 Hz
- Resonance Frequency (Fs): 55 Hz
- Voice Coil Diameter: 2.36 inches (60 mm)
- Magnet Weight: 6.36 lbs (2885 g)
- Frame Material: Stamped Steel
- SKU: 12PWX-8R
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