Kicker S15L7 User Manual

S15L7 / S12L7 / S10L7 / S8L7
Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the most advanced subwoofers in
the history of car audio. Your KICKER Solo-Baric is the latest in KICKER s trend-setting
Solo-Baric line, designed and engineered to deliver the ultimate in low bass perform-
ance and unmatched durability. Thanks for buying KICKER. Enjoy. Solo
Solo-Baric Features
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Titanium Deposit Impregnated Cone An Ultra High Performance look that is more rigid for less
cone flex and less distortion.
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Re-engineered rear cone brace For added strength to reduce cone flex under stress.
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Massive Surround Radius Provide increased Xmax for more low bass output and higher SPL.
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One Piece Front and Rear Gaskets Provides greater durability and resistance to separation. The
rear gasket provides a more consistent seal to eliminate air leaks.
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SSD (Spun Spoke Design) Enhances the cosmetics and provides a solid anti-resonant foundation
for the motor assembly.
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Perimeter Venting The offset vents create a vortex cooling effect around the voice coil.
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ISD (Inverted Structural Dome
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Further increases cone’s resistance to flex under pressure.
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Stitched Surround (patent pending) Prevents cone/surround separation at high excursions.
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Dual Ultra-Length Voice Coils For high excursion and flexible wiring options.
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High-Temp Kapton Voice Coil Former For better sonic and thermal performance, prevents cone
meltdown.
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Blackened One Piece Uniplate
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with Vented Hyper-Extended Pole
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Provides enhanced heat transfer for cool operation and maximum power handling.
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Reduces non-linear magnetic fields around the voice coil gap for superior cone motion control.
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Releases pressure under ISD for freer cone motion and enhanced low bass.
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Sleeved High-Power Tinsel Lead Wires To resist lead breakage and power-robbing resistance
losses.
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Spring-Loaded Nickel Plated Terminal
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For solid connections with large gauge speaker wire.

Kicker S15L7 Specifications

General

Brand	Kicker
Model	S15L7
Category	Subwoofer
Language	English

Summary

Solo-Baric Features

Specifications

Wiring Options

Parallel Wiring

Illustrates the parallel connection of voice coils for impedance load.

Series Wiring

Illustrates the series connection of voice coils for impedance load.

Cutout Dimensions

Box-Building Notes

Recommended Enclosures

Sealed Enclosure Applications

Details for using Solo-Baric L7 in sealed enclosure designs for smooth response.

Moderate Efficiency Sealed Enclosures

Lists compact and SQ volume recommendations for moderate efficiency.

Panel dimensions for minimum recommended enclosures

Ported/Vented Enclosure Applications

Compact Ported Enclosures

Smallest ported design for increased bass efficiency and tighter applications.

Street Bass Ported Enclosures

Medium enclosure for audible bass heard for blocks, with deep low frequency output.

SPL / Deep Bass Ported Enclosures

Large enclosure for high efficiency, winning SPL contests and deep bass.

Speaker Systems Limited Warranty

Warranty Service and Returns

Procedure for returning defective merchandise for warranty service and obtaining an RMA number.

Warranty Coverage Details

Details what damages are covered and excluded under the limited warranty terms.

Warranty Service Timeframe

Information on the expected turnaround time for warranty repairs and service.

International Warranty Information

Guidance on contacting international dealers for country-specific warranty policies.