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Rockford Fosgate M2D4-10IB-G2M2 10" DVC 4Ω Color Optix™ Infinite Baffle Marine Subwoofer: Black Gen-2

The M2 10" Gen‑2 marine subwoofer delivers deep, responsive bass for boats and watercraft. It’s optimized for infinite‑baffle installations and integrates Color Optix™ lighting control and marine-grade durability.

Highlights

  • Optimized for infinite baffle applications when an enclosure is not an option
  • 2-Year Warranty
  • New vented T-yoke improves power and performance without bottoming
  • VAST vertical attach surround technique increases effective radiating cone area up to 25%

Key specs

Full specs
Size
10"
Voice Coil Type
Dual Voice Coil
Frequency Response
32 Hz - 250 Hz
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
2-Ohm or 8-Ohm Switchable
Power Handling (Watts RMS)
400 Watts RMS 1600 Watts PEAK
Voice Coil Diameter
2" (51 mm)
Magnet Weight (oz)
55.04 oz. (1.56 Kg)
Fs (Hz)
43

Key specs

Full specs
Size
10"
Voice Coil Type
Dual Voice Coil
Frequency Response
32 Hz - 250 Hz
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
2-Ohm or 8-Ohm Switchable

Highlights

Overview
  • Optimized for infinite baffle applications when an enclosure is not an option
  • 2-Year Warranty
  • New vented T-yoke improves power and performance without bottoming
Overview

The M2 10" Gen‑2 marine subwoofer delivers deep, responsive bass for boats and watercraft. It’s optimized for infinite‑baffle installations and integrates Color Optix™ lighting control and marine-grade durability.

Best for

  • Boaters and marine audio enthusiasts who want strong low-frequency output without a sealed enclosure
  • plus on‑water customizable lighting and robust corrosion resistance.

Key points

  • Optimized for Infinite Baffle installations — enclosure not required for proper use in this configuration.
  • Color Optix™ lighting support for wide, customizable illumination (Color Optix controller PMX‑RGB required and sold separately).
  • Element Ready™ construction designed for water, salt, and UV exposure.
  • VersaSwitch™ lets you change impedance between 2Ω and 8Ω.
  • Integrated Deutsch™ and Amphenol™ connectors for RF Connect App and lighting integration.
  • Klippel Verified and other marine-focused technologies for reliable performance on the water.

Fit and use

This subwoofer is intended for infinite‑baffle use; a mounting baffle is required to adequately isolate front and rear wavelengths. It includes integrated Deutsch and Amphenol connectors to interface with the RF Connect App and Color Optix systems. Use the VersaSwitch™ to set the speaker impedance to match system requirements. Sold individually.

What to know

Sold individually (1 each). Color Optix lighting requires the PMX‑RGB controller and the RF Connect App to configure colors. The product is built for marine conditions (Element Ready™) but confirm compatibility with your vessel and audio system before purchase. A mounting baffle is required for infinite‑baffle install…

Highlights

Key features

  • Optimized for infinite baffle applications when an enclosure is not an option
  • 2-Year Warranty
  • New vented T-yoke improves power and performance without bottoming
  • VAST vertical attach surround technique increases effective radiating cone area up to 25%
  • Co-molded surround and cone body chemically bonded for high durability
  • Ultra-high temperature PA66 with 30% glass fill injection-molded frame with UV inhibitors
  • Vented motor design with water-repelling nano coated mesh screen
  • Injection molded mineral filled polypropylene cone body with UV inhibitors
  • Provides superb low and midrange frequency reproduction with smooth high frequency roll-off
  • Integrated Deutsch™/Amphenol™ connectors make wiring connections simple and error proof
  • Industry’s first molded in-frame connectors for simple connectivity in addition to conventional spade terminals
  • Deutsch™ connector front/rear silicone seal protects against water ingress
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Manufacturer details

The second generation M2 10-inch subwoofers create an unmatched audio experience, with class-leading output, complete on-water lighting control and grille customization. This subwoofer is optimized for Infinite Baffle installations, where an enclosure is not required. 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

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Additional details

NEXT GEN PERFORMANCE

The redesigned M2 Element Ready™ subwoofers bring unmatched reliability and deep, powerful bass, with enhanced responsiveness and superior thermal management. Built to handle any adventure, they were engineered to endure the toughest conditions. 

The subwoofers are designed to pair with the Rockford Fosgate RF Connect App and Color Optix™ controller (PMX-RGB required) through its Deutsch™ and Amphenol™ connectors integrated into the basket. To streamline installation, M2 subwoofers are equipped with a VersaSwitch™ to make changing impedance between 2Ω and 8Ω as easy as flipping a switch.

Since this subwoofer is optimized for Infinite Baffle installations, a mounting baffle is required to adequately isolate the front and rear wavelengths.

The Marine 10” Subwoofer Includes:
• (1) Sport grille insert
• (1) Stainless steel grille insert
• (1) Deutsch speaker pigtail
• (1) Deutsch ColorOptix™ pigtail (to hard-wire one color)

Technologies
Klippel Verified

Klippel Verified

To adorn the ‘Verified with Klippel’ mark, the qualifying company’s loudspeaker engineering personnel must be

Element Ready™ | Subwoofers

Element Ready™ | Subwoofers

All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion &

Color Optix™ Control

Color Optix™ Control

Adjust your own bright, wide, and limitless lighting experience with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™

VAST Surround - Subs
Patent: Patent Pending

VAST Surround - Subs

Rockford Fosgate's proprietary surround technique, VAST, provides up to a 25% increase in the speakers effective

VERSA Switch

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

Flex Fit Basket - Marine

Flex Fit Basket - Marine

The slot mounted frame pattern allows fine-tuning of the marine speaker's mounting position.

Stitched Tinsel Leads

Stitched Tinsel Leads

Multipoint "periodic" stitched lead wire technique reduces the mass of each tinsel lead and spreads stress and

Water Resistant

Water Resistant

IPX Ratings allow for the components to be directly sprayed with water without ingress.

Corrosion Protection

Corrosion Protection

Components are tested for salt spray corrosion resistance.

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Specs

Specifications

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Size10"
Voice Coil TypeDual Voice Coil
Frequency Response32 Hz - 250 Hz
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)2-Ohm or 8-Ohm Switchable
Power Handling (Watts RMS)400 Watts RMS 1600 Watts PEAK
Voice Coil Diameter2" (51 mm)
Magnet Weight (oz)55.04 oz. (1.56 Kg)
Fs (Hz)43
Re (Ohms)6.6
Le (mH)1.76
Sd (cm2)363
Qms5.67
Qes1.07
Qts0.85
Vas31.5
SPL (dB @ 1w/1m)87
Xmax (mm)13
Woofer Displacement0.047 cu. ft. (1.33 Liters)
Speaker ConnectorDeutsch™ and 1/8" Spade
Cutout Diameter8.98" (228 mm)
Mounting Depth4.70" (119.35 mm)
In The Box(6) 1025-71213-01: Black Grille Spacer (1) 1120-71212-01: Stainless Steel Grill (1) 1125-71208-01: 4.5mm x 80mmL Drill Bit (6) 1125-71237-01: 3.0mm x 60mmL Hex Screws (1) 1125-73494-01: 5.0mm x 40mmL Hex Bit (1) 1560-71095-01: 4-Wire RGB Harness 300mm
Shipping Weight14.25 Lbs. (6.5 Kg)
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