Description
The Kicker CompRT 8-inch is an all-weather shallow subwoofer available in dual 2-ohm and dual 4-ohm versions. Kicker recommends 300 watts RMS of amplifier power and identifies a sealed enclosure as the preferred alignment.
A UV-resistant SoloKon cone, Santoprene surround, shallow motor and Forced-Air Cooling support compact under-seat, behind-seat, motorcycle and powersports installations.
Specifications
| Models | 48CWRT82 and 48CWRT84 |
|---|---|
| Nominal size | 8 inches / 20 cm |
| Voice-coil configurations | Dual 2 ohms or dual 4 ohms |
| Recommended amplifier power | 300 watts RMS |
| Peak power | 600 watts |
| Sensitivity | 81.8 dB, 1 W / 1 m |
| Mounting cutout | 7 inches / 17.7 cm |
| Mounting depth | 2-11/16 inches / 6.7 cm |
| Recommended sealed volume | 0.2–1.0 cubic foot |
| Published vented volume | 0.8–1.2 cubic feet |
Features
- Shallow profile fits many limited-depth installations.
- UV-resistant cone and surround support all-weather use.
- SoloKon construction joins the cone and vented back brace into one rigid assembly.
- Forced-Air Cooling helps the driver operate approximately 20 percent cooler.
- Dual 2-ohm and dual 4-ohm versions provide wiring flexibility.




