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Factory Amp Recommendation(s): 2-ohm JD250/1, JD500/1, or RD500/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: JD or RD 500/1 (Our recommendation here would depend on your overall budget)
Sub: (Qty 1) TW1 10" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): Dual 4-ohm - JD250/1, RD500/1, or XD300/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: RD500/1
Sub: (Qty 2) W1 10" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): 4-ohm JD500/1, RD500/1, or XD600/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: JD or RD 500/1 (Our recommendation here would depend on your overall budget)
Sub: (Qty 2) TW1 10" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): Dual 2-ohm JD500/1, RD500/1, or XD600/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: XD600/1 or RD500/1
Sub: (Qty 1) W1 12" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): 2-ohm JD250/1, JD500/1, or RD500/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: JD or RD 500/1 (Our recommendation here would depend on your overall budget)
Sub: (Qty 1) TW1 12" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): Dual 4-ohm - JD250/1, RD500/1, or XD300/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: RD500/1
Sub: (Qty 2) W1 12" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): 4-ohm JD500/1, RD500/1, or XD600/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: JD or RD 500/1 (Our recommendation here would depend on your overall budget)
Sub: (Qty 2) TW1 12" Factory Amp Recommendation(s): Dual 2-ohm JD500/1, RD500/1, or XD600/1 Classic Car Stereo Recommendation: XD600/1 or RD500/1
JL Audio W1 vs. TW1 Subwoofer
JL Audio W1
The JL Audio W1 series subwoofers offer value in the mid-power subwoofer market. These subwoofers use many of the same patented technologies as the other JL Audio premium subwoofers and are super reliable while limiting distortion.
JL Audio TW1
The JL Audio TW1 subwoofers are a low-profile, thinner version of the JL Audio W1 subwoofer line. The JL Audio TW1 offers very minimal front side or top-end mounting depth, making them perfect if you are tight on space underneath a seat, or if you have a down-firing enclosure. Compared to the TW3, the TW1 has deeper backside mounting depth, inside the box, if you will, whereas the TW3 will require more clearance on the outside of the box.
Sizes
The W1 series has subwoofer models in the 8", 10", and 12" sizes. The JL Audio TW1 series comes in a 10" and 12" model, giving you a little more versatility for smaller 8" installations with the W1 series.
Voice Coils
All models of the JL Audio W1 series feature single coil construction. The 8" model houses a 4-ohm coil. The 10" and 12" models house either a 2-ohm or 4-ohm coil inside. The JL Audio TW1 series also feature a single coil construction model. The JL Audio TW1 series features either a 2-ohm or 4-ohm coil inside. As far as differentiating between the two, The only real difference between coils here lies in the W1 lineup having a 4-ohm 8" coil.
Power Handling
The W1 series features RMS power handling at 300 watts in the 10" and 12" models, with the 8" model coming in at 150 watts. The JL Audio 10" and 12" models in the TW1 series have the same RMS power handling at 300 watts at both 2 and 4-ohms. Just like the voice coiling, the RMS power handling is the same here with the exception of the smaller 8" sub in the W1 lineup.
Mounting Depth
The W1 series of subwoofers see a slightly larger mounting depth than the TW1 series, but the difference is very close between the comparable sizes of both lines. If space-saving is a consideration in your installation, the TW1 lineup should be your first place to look.
Recommended Enclosure Size
The W1 subwoofers also see a larger recommended enclosure size over the TW1 series. The TW1 lineup starts to shine in this area featuring recommended enclosure sizes that are just over half what the W1 series lineup recommends. Again, if you're looking to save space with your installation, be sure to start your search with the TW1 series of woofers.
Recommended Amplifiers
The recommended amplifier for your subwoofers will vary greatly depending on the size and quantity of subwoofers you select for your installation. The following lists are comparisons between amplifiers for subwoofers in the same dimensions between the different models. The list begins with a factory recommendation for amps that provide enough power handling for the subwoofer(s), and then move on to our professional recommendations that may vary slightly from the factory recommendations. These Classic Car Stereo recommendations may be an amp with a higher price point that will service the subs better, or an amp that provides RMS power handling over the recommended amount which will allow you to not have to maximize the output on your amp to provide full power to your subs.
Sub: (Qty 1) W1 10"
Sub: (Qty 1) TW1 10"
Sub: (Qty 2) W1 10"
Sub: (Qty 2) TW1 10"
Sub: (Qty 1) W1 12"
Sub: (Qty 1) TW1 12"
Sub: (Qty 2) W1 12"
Sub: (Qty 2) TW1 12"
Price Points
The W1 lineup does come in at a lesser cost to the buyer over the TW1 lineup but with the space-saving installation and upgrade in materials, the increase in cost for the TW1 line should be an easy decision to move forward with when planning out your project.
In Conclusion
The JL Audio W1 and TW1 series are both great subwoofers. The main difference being that the TW1 series are optimized for thin-line installations. This comparison article breaks down the subtle differences between the two models. Your selection between these two models should come down to asking yourself if you need the space-saving design of the TW1 series, or if you're good to use the W1 full-size subwoofers for your installation. Either selection would be a great choice for your install.
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