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12” dual-voice-coil (DVC) 2Ω infinite-baffle marine subwoofer with Color Optix lighting, Element Ready protection, and integrated Deutsch/Amphenol connectivity. Sold individually.
Buyer confidence
88%Highlights
- 2-Year Warranty
- 100% UV Stable ASA plastic frame & grille design stands up to harsh marine environment
- Element Ready™ to withstand the harsh outdoor environment like dust, water, and UV rays
- VAST vertical attach surround technique increases effective radiating cone area up to 25%
Key specs
Full specs- Size
- 12"
- Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
- 1-Ohm or 4-Ohm Switchable
- Power Handling (Watts RMS)
- 400 Watts RMS 1,600 Watts PEAK
- Voice Coil Type
- Dual Voice Coil
- Voice Coil Diameter
- 1.95" (49.53 mm)
- Magnet Weight (oz)
- 61.09 oz. (1.7 Kg)
- Frequency Response (Hz)
- 20 Hz - 750 Hz
- Fs (Hz)
- 38
Key specs
Full specs- Size
- 12"
- Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
- 1-Ohm or 4-Ohm Switchable
- Power Handling (Watts RMS)
- 400 Watts RMS 1,600 Watts PEAK
- Voice Coil Type
- Dual Voice Coil
Highlights
Overview- 2-Year Warranty
- 100% UV Stable ASA plastic frame & grille design stands up to harsh marine environment
- Element Ready™ to withstand the harsh outdoor environment like dust, water, and UV rays
Overview
12” dual-voice-coil (DVC) 2Ω infinite-baffle marine subwoofer with Color Optix lighting, Element Ready protection, and integrated Deutsch/Amphenol connectivity. Sold individually.
Best for
- Boat owners wanting low-profile, accurate bass without a sealed enclosure (infinite-baffle installs)
- Marine audio systems that will use Color Optix lighting and RF Connect app control
- Environments requiring corrosion and water resistance (marine-rated products)
Key points
- Color Optix™ lighting compatible — pairs with Color Optix controller (sold separately) and RF Connect App
- Element Ready™ construction with IP67 certification and marine-focused ASTM/ISO testing
- True Marine Ecosystem — integrated Deutsch™ / Amphenol™ connectors for marine plug-and-play
- Grille customization — choice of stainless-steel grille or “sport” grille inserts
- VERSA Switch™ — flip to change impedance between 1 and 4 ohms for flexible system wiring
- Optimized for infinite-baffle installations (enclosure not required)
Fit and use
Optimized for infinite-baffle (no sealed enclosure) installations; a mounting baffle is required to isolate front and rear wavelengths and avoid cancellation. The speaker basket includes integrated Deutsch/Amphenol connectors for plug-and-play connectivity and is designed to pair with the Color Optix controller and RF Connect App. Sold individually.
What to know
Controller for Color Optix lighting is sold separately. The subwoofer is Element Ready and listed with IP67 certification; it has undergone vibration and marine environmental testing per the manufacturer's materials. Grille options allow a customized appearance. VersaSwitch changes impedance for system integration. Th…
Highlights
Key features
- 2-Year Warranty
- 100% UV Stable ASA plastic frame & grille design stands up to harsh marine environment
- Element Ready™ to withstand the harsh outdoor environment like dust, water, and UV rays
- VAST vertical attach surround technique increases effective radiating cone area up to 25%
- Klippel Verified certification program delivers the best possible loudspeakers
- Element Ready™ design protects lighting from exposure
- Bright, wide-angle LEDs provide rich, reliable illumination
- IPX6 Water Intrusion Rated
- Gold plated marine grade brass terminals provide a corrosion resistant connection
- Deutsch DT connectors incorporate front/rear silicone seals to protect against environmental ingress
- Provides superb low and midrange frequency reproduction with smooth high frequency roll-off
- Industry’s first molded in-frame connectors for simple connectivity in addition to conventional spade terminals
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Manufacturer details
The M2D2-12I Color Optix™ 12” DVC 2-Ohm infinite baffle subwoofers deliver loud, clear, accurate bass, and light the way for your journey! Sold individually (1 each).
Color Optix™: Adjust your own bright, wide, and limitless lighting experience with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™ plug-and-play controller (sold separately) and App.
Element Ready™: Purpose Built for the Marine Environment, Rockford’s Element Ready™ products are built to stand up to Water, Salt, and UV rays, making sure your subwoofers stand the test of time.
Grille Customization: Multiple grille options provides a customized look by using either the stainless-steel grille or the “sport” grille inserts, allowing you to dial in your personalized-on water experience.
True Marine Ecosystem: Integrated Deutsch™ / Amphenol™ connections provide industry leading marine plug-and-play connectivity and flexible install options.
Color Optix™: Requires PMX-RGB controller and RF Connect™ App
Color Optix™ Speakers | Launch
Color Optix™ Speakers | Overview
Color Optix™ Controller | Overview
Additional details
The M2 series of Element Ready™ subwoofers are designed to pair with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™ Controller and RF Connect App through its Deutsch™ and Amphenol™ connectors integrated into the basket. This combined with their IP67 certification make these speakers Element Ready™ and truly purpose built for marine applications. To compliment the plug and play connectivity and streamline installation, M2 subwoofers are equipped with a VersaSwitch™ to make changing impedance between 1 and 4 ohms as easy as flipping a switch. This subwoofer is optimized for Infinite Baffle installations, where an enclosure is not required. A mounting baffle is required to isolate any interaction between the front and rear wavelengths to prevent cancellation.
Technologies
Color Optix™ Control
Adjust your own bright, wide, and limitless lighting experience with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™
VAST Surround - Marine
Rockford Fosgate's proprietary surround technique, VAST, provides up to a 25% increase in the speakers effective
VERSA Switch
Allows you to easily configure a 2Ω Dual Voice Coil subwoofer into 1Ω / 4Ω or a 4Ω DVC sub into 2Ω / 8Ω with the
True Marine Ecosystem
Dual Integrated Deutsch™ and Amphenol™ connections provide industry leading marine plug-and-play connectivity and
Element Ready™ | Subwoofers
All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion &
ISO60068-2-64 Vibration Testing
ISO60068-2-64 Vibration testing standards ensure the product is durable and can withstand vibrations found on
ASTM G154 Testing
ASTM G154 500Hr Accelerated UV testing
ASTM B117 Testing
ASTM B117 500Hr Salt/Fog Testing Standards
CE Compliant
This product fulfills all essential safety and environmental requirements as defined in the European Directives
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Specs
Specifications
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| Size | 12" |
| Nominal Impedance (Ohms) | 1-Ohm or 4-Ohm Switchable |
| Power Handling (Watts RMS) | 400 Watts RMS 1,600 Watts PEAK |
| Voice Coil Type | Dual Voice Coil |
| Voice Coil Diameter | 1.95" (49.53 mm) |
| Magnet Weight (oz) | 61.09 oz. (1.7 Kg) |
| Frequency Response (Hz) | 20 Hz - 750 Hz |
| Fs (Hz) | 38 |
| Re (Ohms) | 3.3 |
| Le (mH) | 3.43 |
| Sd (cm2) | 539 |
| Qms | 4.7 |
| Qes | 1.04 |
| Qts | 0.85 |
| Vas | 64 |
| SPL (dB @ 1w/1m) | 88 |
| SPL (dB @ 2.8v) | 90 |
| Xmax (mm) | 15 |
| Woofer Displacement | 0.121 (3.43 Liters) |
| Speaker Connector | 2-pin Deutsch™ and 1/8" Spade |
| Cutout Diameter | 11” (279.4 mm) |
| Mounting Depth | 5.13" (130.4 mm) |
| Shipping Weight | 14.26 Lbs. (6.47 Kg) |
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