



Hertz Cento CS 300 S2 Sub 12 Inch 30cm 300mm Car Subwoofer 2ohm 350w RMS
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The Hertz Cento CS 300 S2 is a 12 inch (300 mm) car subwoofer with a single 2 ohm voice coil, rated at 350W RMS and 700W peak, from Hertz's Cento range.
This listing is the 2 ohm version. The Hertz Cento CS 300 is also available in 4 ohm (CS 300 S4). The optional CG 300 metal mesh grille is sold separately.
Key specifications
- Size: 300 mm (12 in.)
- Power handling: 350W RMS, 700W peak
- Impedance: 2 ohm single voice coil
- Voice coil: 35 mm (1.38 in.), six-layer copper
- Sensitivity: 86.5 dB SPL
- Xmax: 12.5 mm
- Fs: 25 Hz
- Recommended enclosure: sealed, from 32 litres
- Cone: polypropylene
Hertz Cento CS 300 S2
300 (12) mm (in.) | Subwoofer | 700W peak | 2 ohm
Designed for compact sealed enclosures
The CS 300 S2 is engineered to deliver powerful bass from sealed enclosures starting at just 32 litres. The 2 ohm single voice coil suits amplifiers that are stable into low impedances and enclosures housing more than one subwoofer.
The compact magnetic group, reduced depth and absence of a rear decompression hole allow the enclosure to be shaped closely around the subwoofer — giving maximum installation flexibility across virtually any vehicle.
A six-layer copper voice coil wound on a high thermal resistance glass fibre former uses a dedicated cooling system to keep operating temperature in check during extended high-volume listening. An air channel formed by the spider support directs airflow towards venting holes in the basket, reducing turbulence and acoustic distortion at high excursions.
- Electroacoustic design optimised for sealed enclosures from 32 litres.
- Fluid dynamic optimisation system reduces acoustic distortion caused by air compression at high excursions.
- Polypropylene cone and dust cap geometry engineered through FEM simulations for low-frequency distortion reduction.
- 35 mm 2 ohm voice coil wound on six layers of pure copper on a high thermal resistance glass fibre support.
- Magnetic group geometry optimised with proprietary software for high undistorted SPL at high excursions.
- Compact size and no decompression hole make it ideal for custom-shaped enclosures.
- Terminal block with solid push contacts accepts cables up to 8 AWG — low wiring resistance, easy connection in multi-subwoofer installations.
- Rubber-protected magnetic assembly and high-strength ABS plastic gasket for optional grille fitment.
The cone geometry, suspension and spider were designed using FEM (Finite Element Method) simulations to ensure control and low distortion at high mechanical excursions.
The optional CG 300 grille in robust black metal mesh protects the subwoofer and features the Hertz diamond aluminium logo for a clean, integrated finish.
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Specification
| Size mm (in.) | 300 (12) |
|---|---|
| Power Handling | - Peak W 700 |
| Power Handling | - Continuous W 350 |
| Impedance | ohms 2 |
| Sensitivity | dB SPL 86.5 |
| Voice coil | mm (in.) 35 (1.38) |
| Xmax mm | 12.5 |
| X-mech mm (in.) | 16.5 (0.65) |
| Re ohms | 2.2 |
| Fs Hz | 25 |
| Vas l | 87.25 |
| Qts | 0.46 |
| Qes | 0.49 |
| Qms | 7.2 |
| Spl dB | 86.5 |
What's Included
- 12" Single 2-ohm voice coil subwoofer
- Trim ring
- Screws
- Speed clips
- Owner's manual
- Template on the box
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About the Hertz CS 300 S2
From our tech experts at CEN
A Cento series 12 inch subwoofer, 2 ohm, handling 350w RMS.
Who it suits
Drivers building a system where the bass does real work rather than filling in behind the speakers.
Our tech experts advise
A subwoofer is only as good as its enclosure and the amplifier driving it: box volume and port tuning decide what you actually hear, and impedance decides how it should be wired to your amplifier. We build enclosures to suit the vehicle at our Beeston workshop. Installation is priced per vehicle, so get in touch with your make, model and year and we will confirm what it needs. See car audio installation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need an amplifier for this subwoofer?
A: Yes, unless it is an active (powered) subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. Passive subwoofers need an external amplifier matched to the RMS power and impedance shown in the Specification tab.
Q: What size enclosure does this subwoofer need?
A: The recommended enclosure volume is listed in the Specification tab where the manufacturer provides it. As a rule, sealed enclosures give tighter, more accurate bass while ported enclosures deliver more output. Contact CEN if you would like a recommendation for your build.
Q: What does RMS power mean?
A: RMS is the continuous power a subwoofer can handle, and it is the number that matters when matching an amplifier. Peak or max figures describe short bursts only. Match your amplifier output to the RMS rating in the Specification tab.
Q: Sealed or ported enclosure - which should I choose?
A: Sealed boxes are compact and produce tight, controlled bass suited to sound quality builds. Ported boxes are larger and produce more output at low frequencies, suited to those who want maximum impact. Either works well when built to the recommended volume.
Q: Can CEN build or supply an enclosure and fit everything?
A: Yes. CEN supplies enclosures and offers professional installation from our Nottingham premises, including amplifier wiring. Contact us to discuss your build.
Q: Is the Hertz Cento CS 300 S2 a 2 ohm or 4 ohm subwoofer?
A: The CS 300 S2 has a single 2 ohm voice coil. If you need a 4 ohm load, choose the CS 300 S4, which has the same 12 inch size and 350W RMS rating.
Q: What size box does the CS 300 S2 need?
A: Hertz designed the CS 300 for compact sealed enclosures starting from 32 litres. Its reduced depth and lack of a rear vent hole also allow a box shaped closely around the subwoofer.
Q: Is a grille included with the CS 300 S2?
A: No. The CG 300 black metal mesh grille is an optional extra. The subwoofer has an ABS plastic gasket that the grille fixes to.
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