Kicker's ingenuity is the reason why they are among the best contenders for the best car audio components. The result of this ingenuity is the production of Kicker L7 Series Solo-Baric subwoofers. We will look at this article, in particular, S12L74; 12-inch L7 subwoofer with 4 ohms.
Pros
Meals, that's all I have to say. But in fact, this powerful subwoofer could handle a monstrous 1500 W with 750 W RMS. Unlike other cheaper companies, when Kicker says they have 750 W of RMS, they really have a value of 750 W of RMS. This means that you can set a constantly loud (if it comes with the right power) bass on any given day and is capable of reaching a maximum of 1500 watts.
The cone is unexpectedly not made of any unusual material, but uses injection molded polypropylene. However, this is a single design in the patented Kicker design, dubbed "SoloKon". And, of course, with the Solo-Baric design, this is a square design that allows you to increase the surface area and more bass production. To top it off, the surrounding space is a Santoprene rubber that is stitched to a cone, providing a sturdy construction that will surely prevent a break during the use of high power.
Cons
The subwoofer is expensive, but you get what you pay for, and this subwoofer will definitely impress you with its quality and SPL. With all these great punching features, the subwoofer has another drawback, different from the price, and this is its hacking period.
The design requires the consumer to use the subwoofer at low levels for at least 20 hours or about two weeks. This will allow the suspension structure to move slightly before it is brought to optimum power. This is very similar to how hard baseball gloves are when you buy them in a store from a store, and they require a little hacking and wear before it can be used on the field. Unfortunately, users will have a huge risk of blowing out the speakers if they do not correctly follow the Kicker recommendations.
New notes on model changes
2008 and newer models will be equipped with a modified SoloKon design with a full rear mount that allows you to move more efficiently through the air, giving the new L7 submarines the opportunity to pierce more powerful bass. Unlike the 2006 model, the new 2008 models have perimeter ventilation. It is very similar to a hand with a square cup; where, since the old models do not have holes for ventilation. As a result, there is no need for additional installation space for ventilation, giving you the same powerful subwoofer with a great depth of installation. The design of the cone has also changed, giving the 2008 model a new but stylish look; and don't worry about power consumption, since power ratings are rated the same as old models. Binding posts were also moved to submarine corners. This will allow more convenient installation for several subwoofers.
Note. This review covers S8L72, S8L74, S10L72, S10L74, S12L72, S12L74, S15L72, S15L74. 2 or 4 at the end of each model refer to double 2 ohms or double 4 ohms. Characteristics are usually the same, except for power and SPL.
Overall
The Kicker 08S12L74 is a great subwoofer and works great at incredible power levels. The subwoofer is equipped with many high-performance parts and designs, and the subwoofer will do what you expect from it. If you have extra money, and if you want to go through the process of hacking, you can be rewarded with this great subwoofer Kicker.
