Diamond Audio DES82 (500W Max/250W RMS) 8" Elite DES Series Dual Voice Coil Car Subwoofer (2Ω)

Diamond Audio DES82

The Diamond Audio DES Series 8" dual voice coil subwoofer (2Ω) is engineered to deliver tight, accurate bass performance in compact car audio systems without compromising power or clarity. As part of the flagship Diamond Elite DES Series, this 8-inch car subwoofer blends premium materials, advanced engineering, and installation flexibility into one precision-built package.

Designed for both sealed and ported enclosures, the DES 8” 2-ohm subwoofer adapts effortlessly to space-limited builds while still delivering impactful low-frequency output. With 250W RMS and 500W MAX power handling, it produces punchy, controlled bass that enhances any music genre, from clean acoustic tracks to bass-heavy beats.

At its core, this car audio subwoofer features a reinforced hybrid fiber weave paper cone, delivering fast transient response and excellent rigidity. The result is clean, musical bass reproduction with minimal distortion, even at higher output levels. The dual 2-ohm voice coil configuration, combined with Diamond Audio’s impedance switch technology, allows for flexible wiring options and optimized amplifier matching for maximum system efficiency.

Built for durability and consistent performance, the DES Series 8-inch subwoofer includes a dual mirror image spider design that improves cone stability and linear excursion. A vented pole and voice coil gap enhances cooling, ensuring reliable performance during extended listening sessions. The Klippel optimized motor and suspension symmetry further refines accuracy and reduces distortion.

Features:

• 8" Elite DES Series Dual Voice Coil Car Subwoofer
• Power Handling:
  • Peak: 500 Watts
  • RMS: 250 Watts
• Hybrid fiber weave cone for precise bass response
• Impedance switch technology for flexible system tuning
• Compact design for tight installations
• Dual spider suspension for enhanced control
• Efficient thermal management system
• Optimized for sealed and ported enclosures
• Impedance (Per Coil): 2 Ohms
• Number of Voice Coils: Dual
• Sensitivity: 82.1 dB
• Re (Ω): 6.20
• Mechanical Q Value (Qms): 11.0
• Electrical Q Value (Qes): 0.51
• Total Speaker Q Value (Qts): 0.48
• Free-Air Resonance (Fs): 40.0 Hz
• Equivalent Compliance (Vas): 8.20 Liters
• Xmax(mm): 10.6 mm
• Diameter: 8.28" (210.31mm)
• Magnet Diameter: 6.51" (165.35mm)
• Mounting Depth: 4.4"(111.76mm)
• Mounting Diameter: 7.12" (180.85mm)