12-Inch Professional Woofers
The 12-inch woofer is the standard low-frequency driver for two-way PA tops, stage monitors, powered loudspeakers and large-format line-array elements. REDCATT offers 11 12-inch woofers and mid-woofers with AES ratings from 200 W to 800 W and sensitivity up to 100 dB, in neodymium (6) and ferrite (5) motor designs.
- Models
- 11
- Sizes
- 12"
- AES power
- 200 – 800 W
- Motor
- Neo & ferrite
REDCATT 12-inch woofers
Filter the full catalogTwelve-inch drivers for tops and monitors emphasise sensitivity and midrange clarity; those for line arrays add shallow frames and controlled excursion. The full Thiele/Small set, frequency-response plot, datasheet, 2D drawing and STEP model are published for every model.
121FIND
121FIND
121NPM
121XR
122NPW
123FPM
123NPM
125FPM
12NPM
12XR
Twiggy12
12-inch specifications at a glance
Key figures for every model in this category. AES power is the two-hour AES2-1984 rating; programme power is twice and peak four times that figure. Complete Thiele/Small data, drawings and CAD are on each product page.
| Model | Size | Magnet | Impedance | AES power | Sensitivity | Fs | Xmax | Voice coil | Diaphragm / cone | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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121FIND
DR-12-012-4R-B2-C0001
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12" | Ferrite | 4 Ω | 250 W | 96.4 dB | 59 Hz | 1.85 mm | 50.8 mm | Paper GF | 4.6 kg |
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121FIND
DR-12-012-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Ferrite | 8 Ω | 250 W | 96.6 dB | 63 Hz | 3.75 mm | 50.8 mm | Paper GF | 4.6 kg |
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121NPM
DR-12-016-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Neodymium | 8 Ω | 450 W | 100 dB | 50 Hz | 1.5 mm | 76 mm | Paper CF | 4 kg |
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121XR
DR-12-017-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Neodymium | 8 Ω | 500 W | 95.8 dB | 46 Hz | 6.35 mm | 63.5 mm | Paper CF | 5.1 kg |
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122NPW
DR-12-018-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Neodymium | 8 Ω | 800 W | 96.9 dB | 35 Hz | 5.75 mm | 101.6 mm | Paper CF | 7.6 kg |
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123FPM
DR-12-020-4R-B2-C0001
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12" | Ferrite | 4 Ω | 300 W | 97.8 dB | 45 Hz | 2.75 mm | 63.5 mm | Paper GF | 5 kg |
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123NPM
DR-12-021-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Neodymium | 8 Ω | 800 W | 95.8 dB | 58 Hz | 5.25 mm | 101.6 mm | Paper GF | 6.2 kg |
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125FPM
DR-12-026-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Ferrite | 8 Ω | 300 W | 100 dB | 63 Hz | 2.55 mm | 76 mm | Paper CF | 7 kg |
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12NPM
DR-12-004-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Neodymium | 8 Ω | 450 W | 98 dB | 49 Hz | 4.05 mm | 76 mm | Paper GF | 4.1 kg |
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12XR
DR-12-043-8R-B2-C0001
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12" | Neodymium | 8 Ω | 500 W | 91 dB | 35 Hz | 9.2 mm | 63.5 mm | Paper CF | 5.7 kg |
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Twiggy12
DR-12-047-4R-B2-C0001
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12" | Ferrite | 4 Ω | 200 W | 84.2 dB | 30 Hz | 9.25 mm | 76 mm | GF Honey Comb | 5.1 kg |
How to choose 12-inch woofers
Sensitivity for tops and monitors
In a two-way 12-inch cabinet the woofer sets system sensitivity; compare the 1 W / 1 m figures first.
Line arrays
For a line-array element, look at frame depth and outer diameter in the table and on the STEP model to check the centre-to-centre spacing you need.
Low end without a sub
A stage monitor or portable speaker that works without a subwoofer wants higher Xmax and lower Fs; a top that crosses to a sub at 100 Hz can use a lighter, more sensitive cone.
Crossover to the HF
Twelve-inch woofers in two-way tops usually cross between 1.2 and 2 kHz to a 1-inch or 1.4-inch exit compression driver.
Typical applications
- Two-way PA tops and powered loudspeakers
- Stage monitors
- Large-format line-array elements
- Installed sound
- OEM programmes
Engineering data for every model
Full Thiele/Small parameters, frequency-response and impedance plots, datasheet PDF, 2D drawing and 3D STEP model on each product page, and the same data as JSON from the product API.
Independently tested 12-inch woofers
1 of the 11 drivers on this page have been measured or reviewed by independent publications. Metadata and links only; REDCATT does not publish ratings it did not earn. See all coverage on the reviews page.
Custom 12-inch woofers for OEM and ODM programmes
Every driver on this page can be adapted for an OEM programme at REDCATT's own factory in Dongguan: impedance, voice coil, cone or diaphragm, surround, motor and frame changes, or a new design built to a target specification. Standard catalog drivers have a minimum order quantity of 1 piece; custom and OEM MOQs are flexible, starting at 100 pieces, with quantity-tiered pricing; production lead time is 45 calendar days.
Tooling and NRE apply to custom developments that need dedicated tools. The range is wide: simple tools can cost as little as a few tens of dollars, while complex injection tools can exceed $50,000. NRE charges are refunded against placed production orders.
Quality and warranty
- - ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 certified quality system.
- - Every unit measured end-of-line; see the production consistency report.
- - Three-year limited warranty.
12-inch questions
How many 12-inch woofers does REDCATT make?
REDCATT lists 11 12-inch woofers and mid-woofers from 200 W to 800 W AES, in neodymium and ferrite versions, all on this page.
Which 12-inch driver suits a stage monitor?
Favour the models with high sensitivity and enough Xmax to work without a subwoofer; the product pages carry the frequency-response plot and a simulated enclosure recommendation.
What is the typical enclosure volume for a 12-inch woofer?
Typical vented two-way cabinets fall between 35 and 70 litres depending on Vas and Qts; use the published data in a simulator and confirm with samples.
Are custom 12-inch drivers available?
Yes, through the OEM/ODM process with an MOQ that is flexible, starting at 100 pieces, with quantity-tiered pricing.
More commercial and technical answers on the FAQ page.
Need help shortlisting 12-inch woofers?
Send the target specification or the cabinet and our engineers will propose a driver, with samples and measurement data.