Kicker just introduced the CompRT shallow-mount car subwoofer line, which offers one-inch less mounting depth than their prior CompVT automotive subwoofers. A shallower depth allows for deeper bass from installations where conventional sized subwoofers won’t fit. CompRT Subwoofers are now available in 1- or 2-Ohm dual-voice coils in four sizes: 6-3/4-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch and 12-inch. Each subwoofer is made to match perfectly with KICKER KX-Series Mono Amplifiers in a car or truck, or with smaller-scale, low-impedance KICKER PX-Series Amplifiers in a powersports setting. Picking up where the preceding CompVT Series left off, CompRT Subwoofers are engineered to deliver serious bottom-end where space is limited. Whether behind the seat in a compact car or in a motorcycle’s saddlebags, make no mistake signature KICKER bass is on board.
The CompRT motor structure is as intricate as one might expect from a shallow-mount subwoofer. It utilizes a large-diameter, progressive-roll spider for increased linearity and better overall sound. An inverted-bumped back plate and a bumped top plate allow for full voice-coil clearance and excursion, creating outstanding bass despite the limited area. High-temp coil wire winding around the high-mass, solid pole piece and double venting contribute to the woofers’ efficient cooling attributes and durability. As a result, CompRT power handling has increased dramatically with the newest design.
CompRT features an injection-molded polypropylene cone and tough Santoprene surround that interlocks with the front gasket for ultra-rigidity and minimal distortion. The full-coverage, sealed basket provides full protection of the motor assembly, and with the interlocking surround and gasket, helps the weather-proof subwoofer perform perfectly in outdoor powersports settings.
CompRT features dual pairs of sturdy, spring-loaded wire terminals that are custom-designed specifically for the basket so the subwoofer can retain its shallow mounting capability.
KICKER CompRT Subwoofer Specifications
| Model | CompRT12 | CompRT10 | CompRT8 | CompRT67 |
| MSRP | $229.95 | $199.95 | $179.95 | $149.95 |
| Size (in, cm) | 12, 30 | 10, 25 | 8, 20 | 6-3/4, 16.5 |
| Impedance (Ohms) | 1 or 2 DVC | 1 or 2 DVC | 1 or 2 DVC | 1 or 2 DVC |
| Max. Rec. Amp. Power Watts (Peak/RMS) | 1600/800 | 1200/600 | 800/400 | 300/150 |
| Sensitivity (dB @ 1W, 1m) | 87.1 | 87.2 | 84.8 | 84.6 |
| Mounting Depth (in, cm) | 3-3/4, 9.6 | 3-7/16, 8.8 | 2-11/16, 6.7 | 2-3/4, 7 |
| Mounting Diameter (in, cm) | 11, 27.9 | 9-1/8, 23.1 | 7, 17.7 | 5-9/16, 14.1 |
| Min Sealed Box Vol (cu. ft, L) | 0.55, 15.57 | 0.4, 11.3 | 0.2, 5.66 | 0.18, 5.1 |
| Max Sealed Box Vol (cu. ft, L) | 3.0, 85 | 2.0, 56.63 | 1.25, 35.4 | 0.75, 21.4 |
| Min Vented Box Vol (cu. ft, L) | 1.75, 49.6 | 1.25, 35.4 | 0.8, 22.7 | – |
| Max Vented Box Vol (cu. ft, L) | 2.25, 63.7 | 1.75, 49.6 | 1.2, 34 | – |
