JL Audio 13W3v3-2 13.5" 34.5cm W3 Series Car Sub Subwoofer Driver 2ohm 600w RMS
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The JL Audio 13W3v3-2 is a 13.5-inch (345 mm) single 2-ohm voice coil subwoofer driver from the W3 Series, rated at 600W RMS. It is part of JL Audio's W3v3 range, designed for high output with strong sound quality at medium power levels.
This listing is the 2-ohm version. The W3v3 13.5-inch subwoofer is also available as the 13W3v3-4 with a single 4-ohm voice coil.
Key specifications
- Size: 13.5 inch (345 mm)
- Power handling: 600W RMS
- Recommended amplifier power: 150–600W RMS
- Impedance: 2 ohm (single voice coil)
- Recommended sealed enclosure: 1.5 cu ft (42.5 litres)
- Recommended ported enclosure: 2.25 cu ft (63.7 litres)
- Mounting depth: 7.63 in / 194 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.5625 in / 319 mm
- Linear excursion (Xmax, one way): 0.610 in / 15.5 mm
13W3v3-2: 13.5-inch (345 mm) Subwoofer Driver, 2 Ω
Maximising piston area is one of the most effective ways to improve subwoofer efficiency and output. The 13W3v3 builds on this by adding greater power handling and excursion, making it an excellent choice for high output with great sound quality at medium power levels. JL Audio's exclusive technologies and proprietary assembly techniques are applied throughout to enhance linearity and reliability — the same approach used across the smaller W3v3 models, such as the 8W3V3-4.
The 13W3v3-2 works best with 150–600W RMS of amplifier power. It is optimised for a 1.5 cu ft (42.5 l) sealed enclosure or a 2.25 cu ft (63.7 l) ported enclosure.
Dynamic Motor Analysis - DMA Optimised Motor
JL Audio's Dynamic Motor Analysis (DMA) system is a proprietary FEA-based modelling suite first developed in 1997. It scientifically addresses speaker motor linearity, reducing distortion and accurately reproducing transients — resulting in tight, clean, articulate bass.
Elevated Frame Cooling
JL Audio's patented Elevated Frame Cooling design channels cool air through slots directly above the top-plate to the voice coil. This improves power handling and sound quality by minimising dynamic parameter shifts and power compression.
Floating Cone Attach Method - FCAM™
This JL Audio assembly technique ensures correct surround geometry in the finished speaker, improving excursion control and dynamic voice coil alignment.
Vented Reinforcement Collar
The Vented Reinforcement Collar (VRC®) improves rigidity and stability at the cone/spider/voice coil junction and directs airflow over the voice coil windings for better thermal performance.
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Specification
| Mounting Depth | (E) 7.63 in / 194 mm |
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What's Included
- 13W3v3-2
- Black plastic trim ring
- Owner's Manual
JL Audio
About the JL Audio 13W3v3-2
From our tech experts at CEN
A JL Audio 13.5 inch W3 Series subwoofer driver, 2 ohm, handling 600w RMS.
Who it suits
Drivers building a system around a properly specified enclosure rather than a box off the shelf. W3 is the sweet spot of the range for most cars, and what we fit most often.
Our tech experts advise
This is a driver, not a finished system: enclosure volume and tuning decide most of what you hear, and JL publish specifications worth building to, and the 2 ohm coil decides how it should be wired to your amplifier. We build enclosures to suit both driver and 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: What amplifier power does the JL Audio 13W3v3-2 need?
A: JL Audio recommends 150 - 600W RMS of amplifier power for the 13W3v3-2. It is rated at 600W RMS continuous power handling (2 ohm impedance).
Q: What box size is recommended for the 13W3v3-2?
A: The 13W3v3-2 is optimised for a 1.5 cu ft (42.5 litres) sealed enclosure or a 2.25 cu ft (63.7 litres) ported enclosure. Full enclosure details are in the Specification tab.
Q: How deep is the 13W3v3-2 and what cut-out does it need?
A: The 13W3v3-2 has a mounting depth of 7.63 in / 194 mm and needs a mounting hole (cut-out) diameter of 12.5625 in / 319 mm.
