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Kicker Solo-Baric S8L7 User Manual

Kicker Solo-Baric S8L7
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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 performance and unmatched durability when installed
in a properly designed system. Thanks for buying KICKER. Enjoy.
Solo-Baric Features
Cast Aluminum Basket (patent pending) for strength and to reject stray
magnetic fields
Perimeter Venting in basket for continuous voice coil cooling and highly
linear response
Highly Rigid Cone (patent pending) with high internal damping and excellent
resistance to sunlight, pollution, and moisture
Inverted Structural Dome™ further increases cone’s resistance to flex
under pressure
Stitched Surround (patent pending) prevents cone/surround separation at
high excursions
Blackened Motor Parts for superior heat dissipation and long life
Dual Ultra-Length Voice Coils for high excursion and flexible wiring options
High-Temp Kapton Voice Coil Former prevents cone meltdown to minimize
warping and rubbing
One piece UniPlate™ pole piece and back plate:
Blackened Pole Piece provides effective heat transfer and cool operation for
maximum power handling
One-Piece Hyper-Extended Pole reduces non-linear magnetic fields around
the voice coil gap for even more heat sinking and excellent cone motion control
Vented Pole Piece releases pressure under dustcap for freer cone motion and
enhanced low bass
Sleeved High-Power Tinsel Lead Wires to resist lead breakage and
power-robbing resistance losses
Spring-Loaded Nickel Plated Terminals for solid connections with large gauge
speaker wire
Rubatex front and rear gaskets for airtight seal
S15L7, S12L7, S10L7, S8L7
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Kicker Solo-Baric S8L7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKicker
ModelSolo-Baric S8L7
CategorySubwoofer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Solo-Baric Features

Cast Aluminum Basket

Provides strength and rejects stray magnetic fields for enhanced performance.

Perimeter Venting

Cools the voice coil for continuous operation and ensures linear response.

Highly Rigid Cone

Offers high internal damping and resistance to environmental factors.

Inverted Structural Dome

Enhances cone resistance to flex under pressure for improved durability.

Stitched Surround

Prevents separation of cone and surround at high excursions.

Blackened Motor Parts

Improves heat dissipation for superior durability and longer life.

Dual Ultra-Length Voice Coils

Allows for high excursion and flexible wiring configurations.

High-Temp Kapton Voice Coil Former

Prevents voice coil meltdown, minimizing warping and rubbing.

One Piece UniPlate Pole Piece and Back Plate

Integrates pole piece and back plate for effective heat transfer and operation.

Sleeved High-Power Tinsel Lead Wires

Resists lead breakage and power-robbing resistance losses.

Spring-Loaded Nickel Plated Terminals

Ensures solid connections for large gauge speaker wire.

Rubatex Front and Rear Gaskets

Provides an airtight seal for optimal enclosure performance.

Recommended Enclosures

Enclosure Design Restrictions

Lists enclosure designs to avoid for optimal performance and to prevent woofer failure.

Enclosure Volume Recommendations

Provides minimum and maximum recommended enclosure volumes for each Solo-Baric model.

A Note on Power Handling Capability

Details how recommended enclosures affect power handling and bass response.

Panel Dimensions for Minimum Recommended Enclosures

Shows example panel dimensions for building minimum enclosure sizes.

Solo-Baric Cutout Specifications

Specifies corner radius requirements for subwoofer mounting cutouts.

Building Your Enclosure

Construction Guidelines

Provides rules for solid, airtight cabinet construction using specific materials and joinery.

Bracing and Air Space

Recommends bracing to reduce panel vibration and explains air space considerations.

Wiring Connections and Sealing

Details terminal cup recommendations and sealing methods for airtightness.

Woofer Opening Sealing

Advises against using silicone on the woofer opening to avoid voiding the warranty.

Internal Damping Material

Suggests using polyester fiber material to fill the box halfway for smoother response.

Wiring

Voice Coil Configuration

Explains the dual 2 Ohm and dual 4 Ohm voice coil options and load possibilities.

Parallel Wiring

Illustrates how to wire the voice coils in parallel to achieve specific impedance loads.

Series Wiring

Illustrates how to wire the voice coils in series for different impedance loads.

Specifications

Model Specifications Table

Presents key technical specifications for S15L7, S12L7, S10L7, and S8L7 models.

Speaker Systems Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage Period

Details the one-year (or 90-day for B-Stock) warranty period from date of original purchase.

Warranty Limitations

Clarifies that warranty is for original purchaser only and may vary by state law.

Warranty or Service Procedure

Outlines steps for returning defective merchandise for warranty service.

What is Not Covered

Lists specific conditions and damages that are excluded from warranty coverage.

Service Turnaround Time

States the goal of 24-hour service for returns, with potential delays.

International Warranty Information

Directs users to contact international dealers for country-specific warranty policies.

Safety Warning

Warns about potential hearing damage from high sound levels and advises common sense.

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