MTX CAR AUDIO.

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MTX CAR AUDIO.
MTX CAR AUDIO.
4 & 5 CHANNEL
HOME AUDIO FROM MTX.
CONCERT QUALITY SOUND
MTX has the answer if you are a music lover who wants concert quality sound
in your home. With the MTX C-Series, MP Series, CE Series, and Sub 1
Powered Subwoofer you can turn your home into a state-of-the-art
powerhouse—inside and out. From college dorm rooms
to the most expensive designer homes, MTX has the
right performer.
The Pointe at South Mountain
4545 E. Baseline Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
602-438-4545
800-225-5689
www.mtxaudio.com
Canada:
B.C. 604-942-9865
Ontario: 905-890-0298
Australia:
6129-674-7171
Puerto Rico:
787-768-0660
Mexico:
525-386-0423
©2000 MTX. All rights reserved. MTX, Thunder, Road Thunder, ThunderForm are trademarks of Mitek Corporation.
MTX CAR AUDIO
MTX CAR AUDIO
PROVEN IN COMPETITION
PROVEN PERFORMANCE
INTRO/CONTENTS
When it comes to selecting car
audio gear, we think you're
smarter than average. You know
that image ads that sport goofy
cartoon characters, half-naked
women, gadgets, gizmos and
dancing lights are not proof of
performance.
MTX
Thunder
amplifiers and speakers sport
gutsy, classic designs
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ROAD THUNDER AMPS 2 CHANNEL
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ROAD THUNDER AMPS 4 CHANNEL
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ROAD THUNDER AMP CERTIFICATE
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ROAD THUNDER AMP SPECIFICATIONS
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THUNDER AMPS 2 CHANNEL
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THUNDER AMPS 4/5 CHANNEL
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THUNDER AMPS CLASS D
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THUNDER AMPS SPECIFICATIONS
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ELECTRONIC CROSSOVERS
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COAXIALS
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THUNDER 6000 CONVERTIBLES
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THUNDER 8000 COMPONENTS
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THUNDER SUBWOOFERS INTRODUCTION
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THUNDER 4000 SUBWOOFERS
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THUNDER 6000 SUBWOOFERS
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THUNDER 8000 SUBWOOFERS
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THUNDER 4000 MOBILE ENCLOSURES
SPECIAL
FEATURES:
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THUNDER 6000 MOBILE ENCLOSURES
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THUNDERFORM VEHICLE SPECIFIC ENCL.
While you are taking a
spin through all the
great MTX Car Audio
products, you will see
these special features
on all things MTX—
manufacturing,
ThunderForce
Team,
stats and more. Ever
met the owner and CEO
of MTX? You will
if you pay
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ROAD THUNDER ENCLOSURES
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THUNDER 8000 ENCLOSURES
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THUNDER ACCESSORIES
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THUNDERFORCE
IASCA: SOUND COMPETITION
and are built for performance.
Our proving ground? The
IASCA finals and the
successes
of
the
ThunderForce
team. Check out
our
website
for
the
t r o p h y
count.
ISO-9001 CERTIFICATION
Specifications subject to change without notice.
IASCA (International Autosound Challenge Association) sponsors a
year-long series of nation-wide premier auto sound competitions. The
men and women who compete have the highest standards in audio.
The ones who win are the best of the best. The committed. They’re our
“think tank”—the people who suggest new products, and better
features. The ones who help us keep raising the bar. It’s our proving
ground for quality and performance.
MTX was the first American audio company to achieve ISO-9001
Certification. Awarded by Underwriter’s Labs (UL), ISO-9001
Certification means that we have been through a rigorous audit
procedure that checks our entire product design and manufacturing
process. It reflects our commitment to quality, and our focus on
exceeding our customers’ expectations.
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2-CHANNEL AMPLIFIERS
4 CHANNEL AMPLIFIERS
BUILT-IN
FLEXIBILITY
PERFORMANCE
BORN UNDER A
GOOD SIGN.
The new 4-channel Road Thunder
amplifiers are designed to truly
reflect the installations that are
most common for a 4-channel
amp:
When you pick an amplifier, you
want a guarantee that it’ll deliver.
The amplifier must provide ultraclean sound with unmatched
durability. A promise that you can
turn it up and it won’t turn off.
That’s what you get with the MTX
Road Thunder amplifiers. We test
each amplifier extensively before
you ever see it to make sure it
meets or exceeds its rated
specifications. Then, and only then,
do
we
sign
the
Certified
Performance Certificate. It’s our
word that this amplifier will
perform to specs—it’s like being
born with a destiny for greatness.
Scenario # 1 Running your front
speakers off the two front
channels, and bridging the rear
channels to drive a subwoofer.
Scenario # 2 Running your front
speakers off the front channels,
and your rear speakers off the
rear channels.
Here’s what we’ve done.
The crossover is fixed at 18
dB/octave at 85 Hz.
Rear Channels – The crossover on
the rear channels is switchable
from full-range, high-pass, or
low-pass.
SPECIAL FEATURES
The Road Thunder amplifiers each have a built-in crossover that makes
system design much easier and more efficient. It’s 18 dB/octave at 85 Hz,
switchable from low pass/high pass or full-range.
High-level inputs and Auto Turn-on. To better integrate with
OEM head units, these new Road Thunder amps feature
what we call “Smart-Engage”. It’s a patent pending auto
power-up circuit that automatically turns the amp on
when it senses the source voltage from the high level
inputs from the factory radio (this means you don’t have
to remove the factory head unit during installation -this means it’s easy to install this amp).
MADE IN THE USA
The bass boost is centered at 40
Hz.
We proudly tell the world that these amplifiers are Made
in the USA. In our factory in Phoenix, Arizona. It’s a sign
that we are highly involved with nearly every step in the
manufacturing process. That means that we control the
quality, so that our customers are assured of a reliable,
high-performance product.
Front Channels – The crossover on
the front channels is full-range or
high pass
And, the 4-channel Road Thunder
amplifiers feature a new parallel
input switch that lets you run 2
RCAs for 4-channels (like getting
a built-in Y connector).
And, the wire harness for the high level inputs is
color-coded, so it’s really easy to install this amp.
The Road Thunder amplifiers have a buffered,
isolated full-range output, allowing you to daisy
chain amps to other subwoofers or to high
frequency amps.You can’t accuse us of not
giving you flexibility, now, can you?
EASE OF INSTALLATION
See the color coding on this wire harness—we’ve pre-colored this to tell
you which is positive/negative and left/right—this means that you just
plug in and go.
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AMPLIFIERS: CERTIFIED PERFORMANCE
AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATIONS
Why do we go to all this effort? So you have a guarantee of proven performance. Don’t
play spec guessing games—ask for proof of performance.
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
40 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than .5% THD
60 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
120 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC:
55 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
100 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
200 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB A-Weighted (Referenced to Rated PWR at 1VRMS Input
Sensitivity)
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±.25dB
Bass Boost: Variable Boost centered at 40Hz (0 to 18dB)
Defeatable 18 dB/octave crossover at 85 Hz, selectable for high pass, low pass, or full
range.
RT2600
Before you purchase an amplifier, wouldn’t it be nice to know for certain how it performs? For the last six years,
MTX has been including a “Certified Performance” Certificate with each amplifier we build. Each amp is tested
to make sure that it meets or exceeds its rated specifications. The technician writes the actual performance specs,
then verifies the results with his or her signature.
RT2120
2-CHANNEL
CERTIFIED PERFORMANCE
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB A-Weighted
(Referenced to Rated PWR at 1VRMS Input Sensitivity)
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±.25dB
Bass Boost: Variable Boost centered at 40Hz (0 to 18dB)
Defeatable 18 dB/octave crossover at 85 Hz, selectable for high pass, low pass, or full
range.
ASK FOR PROOF
OF PERFORMANCE
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC:
120 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
212 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
425 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB A-Weighted
(Referenced to Rated PWR at 1VRMS Input Sensitivity)
Damping Factor: >200 Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±.25dB
Bass Boost: Variable Boost centered at 40Hz (0 to 18dB)
Defeatable 18 dB/octave crossover at 85 Hz, selectable for high pass, low pass, or full
range.
Dimensions:
8” x 9” x 2” (20cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(not including mounting feet)
9-1/4” x 9” x 2” (23.5cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(including mounting feet)
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
45 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load with less than .5% THD
60 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
120 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC:
55 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load
100 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load
200 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB A-Weighted (Referenced to Rated PWR at 1VRMS Input
Sensitivity)
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±.25dB
Bass Boost: Variable Boost centered at 40Hz (0 to 18dB)
Defeatable 18 dB/octave crossover at 85 Hz, selectable for high pass, low pass, or full
range on rear channels and high pass or full range for front channels.
Dimensions:
10” x 9” x 2” (25.4cm x 22.9cm x 5.1cm)
(not including mounting feet)
11-1/4” x 9” x 2” (28.6cm x 22.9cm x 5.1cm)
(including mounting feet)
RT4340
RT2400
Dimensions:
7” x 9” x 2” (17.8cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(not including mounting feet)
8-1/4” x 9” x 2” (20.9cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(including mounting feet)
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
100 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than .5% THD
200 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
400 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB A-Weighted (Referenced to Rated PWR at
1VRMS Input Sensitivity)
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±.25dB
Bass Boost: Variable Boost centered at 40Hz (0 to 18dB)
Defeatable 18 dB/octave crossover at 85 Hz, selectable for high pass, low pass, or full
range.
4-CHANNEL
RT4240
RT2200
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC:
85 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
140 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
280 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC:
200 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
375 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
750 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Dimensions:
12” x 9” x 2” (30.5cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(not including mounting feet)
13 1/4” x 9” x 2” (33.6cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(including mounting feet)
Dimensions:
6” x 9” x 2” (15.2cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(not including mounting feet)
7-1/4” x 9” x 2” (18.4cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
(including mounting feet)
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
50 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than .5% THD
100 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
200 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
200 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than .5% THD
300 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
600 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
70 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load with less than .5% THD
85 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
170 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 1% THD
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC:
85 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load
140 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load
280 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB A-Weighted
(Referenced to Rated PWR at 1VRMS Input Sensitivity)
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±.25dB
Bass Boost: Variable Boost centered at 40Hz (0 to 18dB)
Defeatable 18 dB/octave crossover at 85 Hz, selectable for high pass, low pass, or full
range on rear channels and high pass or full range for front channels.
Dimensions:
12” x 9” x 2” (30.5cm x 22.9cm x 5.1cm)
(not including mounting feet)
13-1/4” x 9” x 2” (33.7cm x 22.9cm x 5.1cm)
(including mounting feet)
ISO-FEET
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Every MTX amplifier features these special nylon reinforced mounting
feet. They electrically isolate the amplifier from the chassis of the car, to
reduce the chance of damaging, chassis to chassis ground loops. We call
these ISO-FEET, and we’re proud to tell you that the U.S. government
thought they were so cool that they issued us a patent. (Patent #
5,521,792)
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AMPS
AMPS
2 CHANNEL
INTRODUCTION
SPECIAL FEATURES
GUTSY SIMPLICITY
Thunder amplifiers are known for superior
performance, low to non-existent noise, and
really easy installation. Their performance is
legendary.
Remember your first car? It filled you with the thrill
of driving. The Thunder 2-channel amplifiers will
spark that same thrill.
The body. Shiny chrome logo with bright red LED.
The rugged black heatsink that was inspired by the
machined cylinder head of a classic, high
performance automobile.
Under the Hood: The Thunder amplifiers are made for
performance. Packed with features that make the
music sound crystal clear. With enough muscle to
satisfy your bass addiction.
The crossover is 12 dB/octave high pass, 24
dB/octave low pass, variable from 40 to 200
Hz. In low pass mode, the outputs are mono,
at 24 dB/octave. It’s the job of the crossover to
make your bass sound like it comes from the
front of the car (we call it “bass up front”).
Remember, you install subwoofers in the
trunk because that’s where the space is, not
because bass sounds better coming from
behind your ears.
THUNDER CERTIFICATE
OF PERFORMANCE
The RCA outputs are selectable, from fullrange to high-pass or low-pass. This allows
you to feed additional amplifiers.
Every
Thunder
amplifier
carries an industry-leading
three year warranty—now
how’s THAT for showing our
confidence!
Smart-Engage, Auto Turn-On. This patentpending circuit automatically turns the amp
on when it senses the BTL dc voltage from
your factory radio. Makes installation a snap.
Individual Gain Controls to center up the
soundstage.
Every Thunder amplifier is backed up by our
Certified Performance Certificate—so you
know exactly how your amplifier performed
under real world conditions.
Giant MOSFETS (we’re not exaggerating—
they’re huge). A larger MOSFET means power
supply stability, and a more reliable product.
If it doesn’t meet or exceed spec, it doesn’t
ship. No questions. No exceptions.
THUNDER
CHROME
LOGO
It doesn’t get any
classier
than
t
h
i
s
—
craftsmanship
that could only be
made by MTX
Audio.
Chrome
with a super-bright
LED lets you know
where this amp’s head is
at:
Performance,
performance, performance.
CERTIFIED POWER
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A word about power — when you pick an amplifier, it’s important to
know how it stacks up. MTX has chosen the most conservative (and we
believe, the most honest) way to rate our amps. We test it at RMS power
at 12.5 volts, and show you the spec for dynamic power at 14.4 volts
(the IHF-202 Standard). That way, you can see how the amp is rated
under the RMS “standard” and also how it performs under more
normal operation. Beware of specs that don’t tell what the
measurement standard is.
8 Volt RMS Input—This large signal
capability allows for better integration with
high voltage output source units, increasing
dynamic range, and improving Signal-toNoise ratio in the audio system.
Continuously Adjustable Thunder EQ
bass boost, centered at 40Hz. To severely
boost the low-end, and the attention you get
from other drivers and innocent bystanders.
Unique Split Shield bottom plate design,
reduces electro-magnetic interference to
improve signal-to-noise ratio and reduce
distortion. This design is so hot, we patented it
so others can’t leech off our genius. (Patent #
5,521,792)
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AMPS
AMPS
4 & 5 CHANNEL
CLASS D
THE MOST
EFFICIENT
BASS
MONSTERS...
CLASS D
TECHNOLOGY.
THE NEXT TIER
OF THUNDER
Requiring more options. More
flexibility.
More
channels.
Thunder 4 & 5 Channel Amps.
4-CHANNEL
AMPLIFIERS
The advantage of Class D
amplification is that it is highly
efficient (that means, the
amplifier effectively uses the
power to drive speakers, rather
than dissipating it as heat), and
Class D amps have a very
small
footprint.
Almost
anyone can make a big
amplifier, but it takes smarts and
careful engineering to make a
small, efficient amplifier. And
almost anyone can buy a big
amplifier, as long as they don’t
mind sacrificing the whole trunk
and the entire contents of their
wallet). But go back to what we
said on the first page of this brochure -- we think our customers are pretty
smart. Smart enough to know that Class D is the technology of the future
for subwoofer amps.
12 dB/octave high pass and
24dB/octave
low
pass
crossover
with
mono
subwoofer output— flexibility,
and improved bass up front.
“Summed
output” jacks
provide a line level summed
output of the right front/right
rear and left front/left rear input
signals. This output is typically
used to drive an external
subwoofer amplifier.
The parallel input switch
allows a 2-channel signal to drive all four channels (no
need for a “Y” connector).
5-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER
You’ll choose a five-channel amplifier when you want
high-end car audio, but you don’t really want to cram
your trunk full of amps. The Thunder405. Four channels
are for your mids and highs, the Fifth channel is a
dedicated, class D subwoofer channel.
Front Channels feature a Fully Adjustable
Crossover from 40-200 Hz, with 12 dB/octave high
pass and 24 dB/octave low pass.
The subwoofer channel features a low pass crossover
at 24 dB/octave, also adjustable from 40-200 Hz.
The Thunder504 amplifier if you want to run you
EBC Port, for easy external bass control
“MTX STEPS UP
TO THE PLATE
AND KNOCKS
ONE OUT
OF THE PARK.”
Class D amps run cooler because they take the low frequencies (think
thunderous bass) and send power to those frequencies only when
required. In most amplifiers, the power is flowing constantly, even during
a musical passage where there’s no bass. This wastes power and causes
the amp to overheat much more quickly (that’s why you see giant heatsinks
and noisy fans).
The crossover in the Class D amplifiers is low-pass, at 24dB/octave,
adjustable from 40 - 500 Hz. The Thunder250D and Thunder500D feature
high level inputs and Smart-Engage auto-turn-on. All Thunder Class D
models feature the EBC External Bass Control.
THE REVIEWERS SPEAK-UP
In reviewing the first Thunder Class D amplifier, the reviewers at
Car Sound magazine had only good things to say... “MTX steps up
to the plate with this Class D subwoofer amp and knocks one out
of the park...True beauty is relative to efficiency and output
power into 2 ohms. What a philosophy!... small enough to offer
a variety of installation options... keep up the good work, guys!”
Car Sound Magazine, August 1999
FEEL THE THUNDER T-SHIRT
At MTX, we feel so strongly about going beyond the ordinary that we put a Tshirt inside the box with every Thunder amplifier. You can look as good as you
sound. Now, how cool is that?
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AMPS
AMPS
SPECIFICATIONS
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3. Low Impedance, High Power Transformers provide more power and
produce less heat.
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4. N-Channel Vfet Output Stage produces less distortion than complementary
(N and P) designs.
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5. Anti-Shock PCB Mounting Design enhances reliability by
minimizing circuit board stress.
THUNDER
250D
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RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
25 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.1% Thd+N
50 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 0.3% Thd+N
100 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.3% Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
65 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load
125 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load
250 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥110dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz±0.25dB
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 12dB/octave high pass,
24dB/octave low pass with mono output
Dimensions: 11” x 9” x 2” (27.9cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
12-1/4” x 9” x 2” (31.1cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including IsoFeet™
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
37.5 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.1% Thd+N
75 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 0.3% Thd+N
150 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.3% Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
90 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load
165 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load
325 Watts x 2 bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥110dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ± 0.25dB
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 12dB/octave high pass,
24dB/octave low pass with mono output
Dimensions: 13” x 9” x 2” (33cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
14-1/4” x 9” x 2” (36.2cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including IsoFeet™
6. Gold Plated Connectors ensure maximum power and signal
integrity.
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7. High and Low Level Inputs for maximum flexibility in system
design.
8. Selectable Outputs (High-pass, low-pass, or full-range) allows you
to easily connect other amplifiers.
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9. Continuously Variable 40-200Hz, 12 dB/octave High Pass, 24
dB/octave Low Pass Crossover
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10. Continuously Adjustable and Defeatable Thunder EQ
Centered at 40Hz provides quality bass boost.
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11. Dual Adjustable Input Sensitivity Controls allow precise gain
matching to virtually all head units.
12. Advanced Computerized Protection Circuit for maximum power
output and protection.
13. Acoustically Seamless Turn-on/Turn-off with Intelligent
Supervisory Circuitry.
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
25 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.05% Thd+N
50 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 0.1% Thd+N
100 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.1%
Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts
DC
65 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
125 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
250 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥110dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz±0.25dB
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 12dB/octave high pass,
24dB/octave low pass with mono output
Dimensions: 7” x 9” x 2” (17.8cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
8-1/4” x 9” x 2” (20.9cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including
IsoFeet™
THUNDER 152
THUNDER 102
2-CHANNEL
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
37.5 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.05% Thd+N
75 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 0.1% Thd+N
150 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.1%
Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
90 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
165 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
325 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥110dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ± 0.25dB
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 12dB/octave high pass,
24dB/octave low pass with mono output
Dimensions: 8” x 9” x 2” (20.3cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
9-1/4” x 9” x 2” (23.5cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including IsoFeet™
THUNDER 302
14. Gold Plated, Heavy Duty Terminal Block Type Connectors allow easy access and ensure
maximum power and signal integrity.
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
75 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.05% Thd+N
150 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 0.1% Thd+N
300 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.1%
Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts
DC
120 Watts x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
212 Watts x 2 into a 2 Ohm load
425 Watts bridged into a 4 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥110dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ± 0.25dB
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 12dB/octave high pass,
24dB/octave low pass with mono output
Dimensions: 9” x 9” x 2” (22.8cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
10-1/4” x 9” x 2” (26cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including
IsoFeet™
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
250 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.5% Thd+N
500 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
450 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load
775 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥100dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-200Hz
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
EBC External Bass Control
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 24dB/octave low pass
Dimensions: 9” x 9” x 2” (22.8cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
10-1/4” x 9” x 2” (26cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including IsoFeet™
RMS POWER (12.5 Volts DC):
500 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.5% Thd+N
1000 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
850 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load
1500 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥100dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-200Hz
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
EBC External Bass Control
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 24dB/octave low pass
Dimensions:14” x 9” x 2” (35.6cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
15-1/4” x 9” x 2” 38.7cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including IsoFeet™
5-CHANNEL
THUNDER
405
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RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
125 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load with less than 0.5% Thd+N
250 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load with less than 1% Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
200 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load
350 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥100dB A-Weighted
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-200Hz
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Thunder EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz
EBC External Bass Control
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 24dB/octave low pass
Dimensions: 7” x 9” x 2” (17.8cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
8-1/4” x 9” x 2” (20.9cm x 22.8cm x 5 cm) Including IsoFeet™
THUNDER
500D
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CLASS D
THUNDER
1000D
2. Class A 100% Discrete Driver Circuit Topology is linear, resulting in low
distortion and a high damping factor for tight, controlled bass.
4-CHANNEL
THUNDER
204
1. Patented PWM Mosfet Switching Power Supply for superior sonic
performance.
THUNDER
304
A LOOK UNDER THE HOOD
RMS Power measured at 12.5 Volts DC:
25 Watts RMS/Ch x 4 into 4 Ohms with less than 0.1% Thd+N
50 Watts RMS/Ch x 4 into 2 Ohms with less than 0.3% Thd+N
100 Watts RMS bridged x 2 into 4 Ohms with less than 0.3% Thd+N
Subwoofer
100 Watts RMS into 4 Ohms with less than 0.5% Thd+N
200 Watts RMS into 2 Ohms with less than 1% Thd+N
Dynamic Power (IHF-202 Standard) measured at 14.4 Volts DC
Front and Rear
65 Watts x 4 into a 4 Ohm load
125 Watts x 4 into a 2 Ohm load
250 Watts bridged x 2 into a 4 Ohm load
Subwoofer
150 Watts x 1 into a 4 Ohm load
300 Watts x 1 into a 2 Ohm load
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥100dB A-Weighted (front and rear)
Signal to Noise Ratio: ≥90dB A-Weighted (subwoofer)
Damping Factor: >200
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz±0.25dB (front and rear)
Maximum Input: 8Vrms
Bass EQ: Variable Bass Boost (0-18dB) centered at 40Hz (rear and subwoofer)
EBC External Bass Control
Crossover: Variable 40Hz to 175Hz, 18dB/Octave, HP Defeatable (front and rear)
x40 Multiplier 1.6k-8kHz (front)
Variable 40Hz to 200Hz, 18dB/Octave, LP (subwoofer)
(Preliminary Specs)
Dimensions:
15” x 9” x 2” (38.1cm x 22.8cm x 5cm)
16-1/4” x 9” x 2” (41.3cm x 22.8cm x 5cm) Including IsoFeet™
The new Thunder amplifiers use new, huge capacitors that replace several
smaller ones. The benefits are many: reduced heat production, increased
frequency response. Look how big these babies are -- Oh, mama.
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CROSSOVERS
CROSSOVERS
LSX SERIES
RTX SERIES
PERFORMANCE = POWER + FLEXIBILITY
ENGINEERED FOR DESIGN
EFFICIENCY—RTX CROSSOVERS
FOR ANY BASIC SYSTEM.
Clever design techniques for seamless integration with high-end and OEM systems makes the LSX Series
what it is—the most powerful and flexible crossover on the market today. For a better, more efficient audio
system, you need to direct the bass, mid-range, and high frequencies to the correct speakers. LSX gives
you more system design options.
Crossovers can be the vital component to making sure your amplifier and
speakers “talk to each other”. You want to make sure that you direct the
right signal to the right speaker so you don’t lose any sound quality in
the bass, treble, or mid-range frequencies.
COMMON TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM
COMMON TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM
• 12 dB/octave slope
• Signal to noise ratio >96dB, with less than .05% THD.
• Four gang potentiometers
• DC to DC Power Supply
RTX-01A
SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGY:
• Accept up to an 8 volt RMS input signal for integration with high voltage output source units
•18 dB/octave slope for greater protection to mid-ranges and tweeters
• Continuously adjustable crossover points
• Wire harnesses for speaker level input allow easier integration with OEM
systems
• 1 Meg Ohm Isolation maintained between the Signal Ground and
Power Supply Ground (eliminates
ground loop noise)
• External Bass Control (EBC)
port connects to optional dashmountable EBC unit
RTX01A
LSX1
• One high and one low pass crossover point, continuously variable
from 32Hz-400Hz
• Two continuously adjustable output gain controls
• High and low level inputs
LSX1 LARGE SIGNAL
CROSSOVER (2-WAY)
RTX02A
•
Two high pass and one low pass crossover points, continuously
variable from 32Hz - 400Hz
• Selectable bass enhancement
circuit
(0 or 12dB at 45Hz)
• Three continuously adjustable
output gain controls
LSX2
RTX-02A
RTX03A
• Frequency multipliers for true
3-way system design
• Variable crossover frequencies
from 30Hz - 20kHz
• Center channel output/Bandpass
Crossover options
• Variable bass enhancement circuit
(0 to 12dB at 45Hz)
LSX2 LARGE SIGNAL
CROSSOVER
(2-CHANNEL, 3-WAY,
OR 4-CHANNEL
2-WAY)
•
•
•
RTX-03A
•
Dual High Pass Outputs with multiplier
switch (Front continuously adjustable on
a scale of either 30-400Hz or 600-8000Hz;
Rear—continuously variable from 30400Hz).
Low Pass is continuously variable from
20-200Hz.
Front and rear speaker level inputs to
add to an existing factory stereo system
and keep the factory front to rear fader.
Phase reversal switch (180˚) for greater
flexibility in system integration.
• Continuously Variable Low and High Pass Outputs
between 30-400Hz High Pass, and 20-200Hz Low
Pass.
EBC: EXTERNAL
BASS CONTROL
We have answered the need for
bass control with the EBC.
External Bass Control at its
finest.
The External Bass Control
(EBC) can be wired directly
to the LSX Crossovers, and
to Thunder302, Thunder
405, and Class D amplifier
models. It is mountable
almost anywhere so you can
reach it from the driver’s seat.
LOYD IVEY: MTX FOUNDER
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Loyd Ivey, President and CEO of MTX Audio, 30 years ago took a garagebased speaker cabinet business and an intense love for music and turned
it into MTX Audio—the leading manufacturer of high performance car,
home, and professional audio gear. Loyd has been successful with a very
simple philosophy: Providing high quality, high performance audio.
Today, he employs more than 1000 people in Wisconsin, Illinois, Arizona,
Missouri and Texas.
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COAXIALS
UPGRADE INSTALLS
CONVERTIBLES
THE FRONT STAGE
The front stage in car audio means that if you shut your
eyes, you can visualize the location of the performers
and instruments on the “stage” during a live
performance. And it’s the front speakers that re-create
an accurate front stage experience. The Thunder6000
Convertibles are one of the most flexible ways that
you’ll find to add superior musicality and
accurate staging to your audio system.
The midbass speakers have been highly engineered for
sound quality. The cone material is an injection-molded
polypropylene with pure titanium deposited on the
surface. Besides having a stellar appearance, this type
of cone construction contributes to the speaker’s
durability. The machined midbass front and back plates
continue the classic look.
The Thunder 6000 convertibles come
with a separate crossover network
that mimics the cosmetics of the
Thunder amplifiers, right down to
the little oval logo. The crossover
slope is 12dB/octave, for smooth
transitions between the mid and
high frequencies.
We call these convertibles, but they
ain’t no ragtops. They ship to you as a
coaxial, with the the tweeter mounted
inside the midbass cone. However,
you can easily remove the tweeter
and convert the speakers to separate
component systems.
YOUR CHOICE OF
FACTORY
REPLACEMENT
SPEAKERS
SHOULD DEPEND
ON THREE
THINGS.
The tweeter on the convertibles is a
sonically pure, 19 mm PEF dome,
with a ferrofluid cooled neodymium
magnet. The tweeter swivels in any
configuration, and when it converts to
a separate tweeter, you can mount it
using the flush or surface mount
accessories.
How do they sound?
What are they made of?
How long is the warranty?
The materials used in MTX coaxials
are tough, rugged, and built to last.
Injection molded polypropylene
cones produce better bass. The PolyNeo II™ balanced dome tweeters
have polycarbonate domes for
extended high frequency response,
neodymium magnets for improved
efficiency, and ferrofluid cooling for
longer life. Other unique features,
like insulated high frequency leads,
polyimide impregnated fiberglass
voice coil formers, and an industry
leading 2-year warranty, make MTX
coaxials the best choice for sound
improvement. Plus, they’re designed
and engineered right here in the USA
so your music will be
full, clear, and more accurate.
COAXIAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model
3521
4022
4622
4622E
5222
5722
6522
6922
6923
Description
3 1/2" (8.9cm) Dual Cone
4" (10.2cm) Coaxial
4" x 6" (10.2cm x 15.2cm) Coaxial
4" x 6" (10.2cm x 15.2cm) Coaxial (Euro)
5 1/4" (13.3cm) Coaxial
5" x7" (12.7cm x 17.8cm) Coaxial
6 1/2" (16.5cm) Coaxial
6" x 9" (15.2cm x 22.9cm) Coaxial
6" x 9" (15.2cm x 22.9cm) Triaxial(3-way)
Power
Peak/Nom.
30/10
45/15
45/15
45/15
60/20
120/40
75/25
120/40
150/50
Imped.
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
4Ω
Sens.
85dB
85dB
87dB
86dB
88dB
88dB
88dB
88dB
89dB
Magnet Weight
4.6 oz. (130.4g)
5.1 oz. (144.6)
3.1 oz. (87.9g)
3.1 oz. (87.9)
9.2 oz. (260.8g)
8.3 oz. (235.3g)
6.5 oz. (184.3g)
9.9 oz. (280.7g)
11.9 oz. (337.4g)
Mounting Depth
1 11/16" (4.29cm)
113/16" (4.6 cm)
1 5/8" (4.1cm)
1 5/8" (4.1cm)
2" (5.1cm)
2 1/8" (5.4cm)
1 15/16" (4.92cm)
3 1/16" (9.21cm)
3 1/16" (9.21cm)
STEP ONE
Remove the tweeter from the
midbass driver
THUNDER 6000 CONVERTIBLE SPECS
2–YEAR WARRANTY
We’re pretty confident in our products. You can tell because of how liberal
we are with our warranty policies. With our coaxials, you can install them
with confidence that they’ll hold up to the elements, and sound good all
day long.
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STEP TWO
Insert the phase plug in the
opening in the midbass driver and
mount the tweeter as a separate,
using the surface mount or flush
mount option.
Model Description
T6.4 Convertible
T6.5 Convertible
T6.6 Convertible
T6NEO PEF Dome Tweeter
Impedance
4 ohm
4 ohm
4 ohm
4 ohm
Tweeter Midbass
19mm 4”
19mm 5.25”
19mm 6.5”
19mm N/A
Freq Response
100 Hz - 20kHz
65 Hz - 20kHz
55 Hz - 20kHz
5 kHz- 20kHz
Power Handling
35 RMS/70 Total
40 RMS/80 Total
50 RMS /100 Total
50RMS/100 Total
Sensitivity
82 dB
83 dB
86 dB
86 dB
Mid Voice Coil
1”
1”
1”
N/A
Mid Mounting Depth
2.0”
2.21”
2.71”
N/A
CROSSOVER
CLOSE-UP
The crossover housing looks like
a mini-Thunder amplifier, right
down to the swoopy oval logo.
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COMPONENT SYSTEMS
COMPONENT SYSTEMS
BUILT WITH THE MUSIC IN MIND
The Thunder8000 Component systems might just possibly be some of the finest work that
our MTX acoustic engineers have ever done. These new component systems are for the
person who truly appreciates the acoustic information that makes up a song. And
they’re for the person who knows their music -- all the nuances, and where
the performers were located in the sound stage. And once you’re that close
to the music, you expect the imaging and staging characteristics of your
front speakers to be pretty exceptional. The new Thunder8000
component systems will not disappoint. They are true to the music.
INSTANT RECOGNITION
The Thunder8000 Component Systems sport the
distinctive silver, red, and black MTX logo
(so there’s no question about your high
level of musical taste).
To achieve the kind of musical accuracy that you expect from the finest
components, we’ve designed the midbass with elegant, high-end die
cast frames. These tooled parts make for a classic cosmetic statement,
and they also result in a more durable frame. The cone material is
coated with titanium for a stylish, bullet-proof appearance.
The machined front plates and back plates continue the
MTX dedication to quality engineering and attention to
detail.
TITANIUM
DEPOSITION
O n
t h e
tweeter, we’ve incorporated a 1” silk dome for accurate high
frequency reproduction, and cooled it with ferrofluid. Mounting
options are many, with a swivel surface and flush mount.
A two position tweeter attenuation switch (+/- 3dB) gives you command of your high-end
frequency reproduction.
Titanium is one of the
strongest
and
lightest
metals known. The Titanium
deposition
on
the
polypropylene
cones
increases resistance to UV
rays which means you get a
speaker that lasts longer.
The crossover is a 12 dB/octave, low-pass, 18db/octave high-pass. The crossover housing is
durable, injection-molded plastic.
TWEETERS
THUNDER 8000 COMPONENTS SPECS
Model Description
T8.5 5.25” Component
T8.6 6.5” Component
T8NEO 1” Tweeter
Impedance
4 ohm
4 ohm
4 ohm
Freq Response
62 Hz - 20kHz
52 Hz - 20kHz
4 kHz - 20 kHz
Power Handling
50 RMS/100 Total
60 RMS/ 120 Total
60 RMS/120 Total
Sensitivity
83 dB
86 dB
85.5 dB
Mid Voice Coil
1”
1”
N/A
Mid Mounting Depth
2.23”
2.8”
N/A
The 1” soft dome tweeter is designed for
great dispersion (that means that you can be
sitting off-axis, and you still get high quality
sonic reproduction), and
ultra-smooth
high
frequency response. It
comes
with
two
mounting
options;
flush
or
surface
mount.
OUR PASSIONS: MUSIC AND CARS
At MTX, we’re pretty passionate about car audio. That’s because cars
and music go so well together. From Loyd Ivey’s classic car collection,
to Kyle’s dB Drag Racer. From Pink Floyd to Sting. We love it all. The
music and the road.
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SUBS
ALDS
ASYMMETRICAL LINEAR DRIVE SYSTEM
WELCOME TO WOOFERS
ALDS = HIGH OUTPUT
+ LOW DISTORTION
It’s
the
technology
behind Thunder
subwoofers. Take two cool ideas, put them
together, and Presto — the whole world
sounds better.
400
Total Power Handling
25
Ounce Magnet
1.5”
Voice Coil
COOL IDEA # 1
FLAT AND
PROGRESSIVE SPIDER
Progressive means that the spider’s stiffness
varies across its surface. It’s like a shock
absorber—a loud musical passage is a
rough, rutted road. Better suspension, better
ride, better sound.
COOL IDEA # 2.
EXTENDED POLE
PIECE
500
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Total Power Handling
Ounce Magnet
1000
Total Power Handling
2”
Voice Coil
102 2.5”
Ounce Magnet Voice Coil
Teamed with the flat progressive spider, this
makes for a very linear, or straight, motion of
the speaker. (Linearity is also engineeringese for low distortion.) Note: This cool idea
combo is what makes your tunes musical—
even while your retinas are detaching from
extreme SPL.
We use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to
design our loudspeakers. It’s just one of the
many computer software tools we use to
ensure a superior product. This picture
shows the suspension on the speaker during
its most extreme outward travel. We use this
information to make sure that mechanical
stress is spread out evenly across the
suspension, so our subwoofers live long and
prosper.
COMPETITIVE SPIRIT OF THE YEAR
Kemp Hough, one of the MTX ThunderForce team members, won the
“Competitive Spirit of the Year” award at the 1999 IASCA FINALS in
Greenville, SC. This award is presented by CarSound Magazine to the
competitor who exemplifies the spirit of teamwork and good
sportsmanship.
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SUBWOOFERS
ADD BASS NOW
SUPERIOR POWER
HANDLING
The finest amplifiers deserve to be paired with superior
quality
subwoofers
and
component
systems.
Thunder4000
subwoofers
feature
the
same
Asymmetrical Linear Drive System, common to all
Thunder Loudspeakers (the flat progressive spider,
combined with the extended, vented pole piece). We’ve
added some other touches to make sure these speakers
perform way, way, past your expectations. The Voice Coil
is wound on an Apical voice coil former for high power
handling. The strontium ferrite magnet yields a highly
efficient speaker (more efficient means better use of your
amplifier power). The folded window basket is durable and
attractive.
PICK AN ENCLOSURE—
ANY ENCLOSURE
WAY COOL LOOKS
As important as power handling, so is installation
flexibility. These Thunder4000 subwoofers are
performers in virtually any enclosure (small sealed,
bandpass, or vented).
These subwoofers will please all you fashion
plates out there. Machine turned front and back
plate with clear zinc plating (that zinc will
repel corrosion) and a Black foam surround.
New injection-molded polystyrene gasket
(it looks good, plus it’s resistant to those
bad U.V. rays). And the bright nickel
connectors
are
good-looking
and
functional. Very tasty.
THUNDER 4000 SUBWOOFER SPECS.
Model
T484
T4104
T4108
T41012
T4124
T4128
T4154
T4158
Description
8” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
12” Subwoofer
12” Subwoofer
15” Subwoofer
15” Subwoofer
Freq. Resp.
43Hz-150Hz
39Hz-150Hz
40Hz-150Hz
40Hz-150Hz
29Hz-150Hz
30Hz-150Hz
27Hz-150Hz
28Hz-150Hz
Power
RMS/Total
100/200
200/400
200/400
200/400
200/400
200/400
250/500
250/500
Imp.
4Ω
4Ω
8Ω
12Ω
4Ω
8Ω
4Ω
8Ω
Sens.
87.5 dB
88.0 dB
88.1 dB
87.8 dB
89.8 dB
90.0 dB
91.6 dB
92.0 dB
Voice Coil
1.”(2.54cm)
1.5”(3.81cm)
1.5”(3.81cm)
1.5”(3.81cm)
1.5”(3.81cm)
1.5”(3.81cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
Magnet Wt
20oz (.6kg)
25oz (.7kg)
25oz (.7kg)
25oz (.7kg)
28oz (.8kg)
28oz (.8kg)
33oz (.9kg)
33oz (.9kg)
Mounting Depth
3 1/2” (88.9mm)
4 13/16” (122.2mm)
4 7/8”” (123.8mm)
4 7/8”” (123.8mm)
5 7/16” (138.1mm)
5 1/2” (139.7mm)
6 5/8”(168.3mm)
6 5/8”(168.3mm)
AUTOSOUND GRAND PRIX
Every year, autosound retailers around the world vote on the winners of
the AutoSound Grand Prix awards. Based on reliability, fidelity, and
quality. MTX products have won almost 50 Autosound Grand Prix awards
during the last eight years.
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SUBWOOFERS
SUBWOOFERS
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE — WHEN
SPACE IS REALLY TIGHT.
MTX introduces a clever mix of leading edge technology including
MTX’s Asymmetrical Linear Drive System). These new subwoofers
were designed to play DEEP, LOW, BASS in a variety of
enclosures: sealed, vented or bandpass. The Thunder6000
subwoofers come in 4 or 8 ohm impedances, with the 10”
size also available in 12 ohm (three 10” speakers fit really
well in the space between the tire wells).
ACOUSTICALLY STABLE
FOR ACCURATE SONIC
REPRODUCTION
Black, NBR surround and gasket combination makes a
tight seal when rear mounted, and a cosmetic
nicety when front mounted. NBR rubber has a
high resistance to ozone and UV aging so your
subwoofers will live a very long life.
EXTREME POWER
HANDLING LEVELS
Oversized magnet structure, a 2” four-layer
voice coil and Apical voice coil formers keep
these subwoofers ready and eager to play.
MACHINED STEEL PARTS
The new injection-molded, silver-machined look cone with 8
stiffening ribs increase cone stiffness for improved mechanical
power handling (and they look pretty cool, too). The machine-turned
front and back plate with a clear zinc coating makes a high-end
quality statement, with the zinc playing the role of corrosion fighter.
Bright nickel connectors complete the connection in the most
attractive way. The folded window basket is stronger, more durable,
and unique in appearance.
THUNDER 6000 SUBWOOFER SPECS.
Model
Description
Freq. Resp.
RMS/Total
Imp. Power Sens.
Voice Coil
Magnet Wt
Mounting Depth
T684
T688
T6104
T6108
T61012
T6124
T6128
T6154
T6158
8” Subwoofer
8” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
12” Subwoofer
12” Subwoofer
15” Subwoofer
15” Subwoofer
31Hz-150Hz
32Hz-150Hz
31Hz-150Hz
33Hz-150Hz
34Hz-150Hz
29Hz-150Hz
31Hz-150Hz
27Hz-150Hz
28Hz-150Hz
150/350
150/350
250/500
250/500
250/500
250/500
250/500
300/750
300/750
4Ω
8Ω
4Ω
8Ω
12Ω
4Ω
8Ω
4Ω
8Ω
1.5”(3.81cm)
1.5”(3.81cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
2”(5.1cm)
28oz (.8kg)
28oz (.8kg)
33oz (.9kg)
33oz (.9kg)
33oz (.9kg)
33oz (.9kg)
33oz (.9kg)
50oz (1.4kg)
50oz (1.4kg)
3 11/16”(93.7mm)
3 11/16”(93.7mm)
5 1/8” 130.1mm)
5 1/8” 130.1mm)
5 1/8” 130.1mm)
5.1” (128.6mm)
5.7”(144.5mm)
6 5/8””(168.2mm)
6 5/8””(168.2mm)
85.1dB
86.1dB
87.1 dB
87.0 dB
87.0 dB
87.1 dB
87.1 dB
90.0 dB
90.1 dB
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Here at MTX Audio we use the finest, quickest, state of the art
technologies. We combine the speed and efficiency of computer
controlled manufacturing equipment with the customer service that
only caring humans can provide.
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SUBWOOFERS
SUBWOOFERS
BEYOND THE LIMITS OF
PERFORMANCE
PICTURE OF
STRENGTH
Quite simply, serious competitors will choose Thunder8000
because when it comes to winning, there’s no limit to how
low MTX will go—and we mean that in the best sense.
Take a good look at this speaker. The
gasket and surround are made
from black NBR rubber (that’s
Nitrile Butadiene Rubber). This
is a synthetic rubber that’s
extremely resistant to ozone
and the effects of UV rays.
Translation?
Extremely
durable, with a sleek, cool
look. The unique radius on
the pole piece also
minimizes
turbulence
that occurs during large
excursions, so when you
turn the music WAY up,
you won’t hear that
“heavy
breathing”
sound (unless it’s your
own).
WOOF.
Your first glimpse of these Thunder8000 subwoofers will give
you a clue about their performance. “Aggressive” is one
word for it. The enormous 12-leg die cast aluminum basket
was made to handle the demands of enormous bass. The
machined front and back plates scream quality. The 12
stiffening ribs on the injection molded cone increase cone
durability and performance. Bark AND bite that lasts.
HOT ISN’T ALWAYS COOL.
Asymmetrical Linear Drive technology, used
throughout the Thunder series, promises high
output with low distortion. And these subs
are packed with features to help dissipate
heat (repeat: “Overheated speakers are
NOT our friends”). They have a rugged
die cast frame, an enormous magnet
structure (102 ounces), and a 2.5”
high-temperature, 4-layer voice coil
(8-layer on the 15”). If you didn’t
know, more copper means better
thermal power handling. Spider
Plateau Venting refers to the small
vents around the frame that allow
the super-heated air under the
spider to be exchanged with cooler
ambient air. All these features add
to the cool factor—literally.
Why put all this effort and
technology
into
the
Thunder8000 subwoofers?
One, because we can. Two,
because it’s so cool. And
three, because durability is
critical for performance at high
SPL levels. When the SPL meter
is peggin’ 150, you can’t have
your speakers ripping apart. (That
would NOT be a good thing.) So give
Thunder8000 your best shot, but be
prepared—your head will likely
explode long before these speakers
ever will.
ENGINEERS GEEKOUT AGAIN
Our engineers just might have out-done
themselves on this one. One of the biggest
challenges in spider design (the spider is the
suspension of the speaker) is to maximize the linear
region of the speaker’s movement. We performed
extensive Finite Element Analysis (high-tech testing) on
the spider and found that the best design was a “five roll”
spider design. We call it Computer Optimized Progressive
Roll spider (COPR for short).
THUNDER 8000 SUBWOOFER SPECS.
Power Handling
Model
Description
Freq. Resp. RMS/Total
Imp.
T8104
T8108
T8124
T8128
T8154
T8158
10” Subwoofer
10” Subwoofer
12” Subwoofer
12” Subwoofer
15” Subwoofer
15” Subwoofer
24Hz-200Hz
28Hz-200Hz
23Hz-150Hz
24Hz-150Hz
24Hz-150Hz
25Hz-150Hz
4Ω
8Ω
4Ω
8Ω
4Ω
8Ω
400/1000
400/1000
400/1000
400/1000
500/1500
500/1500
Sens.
Voice Coil
Magnet Wt
Mounting Depth
83.4dB
83.6dB
85.8dB
85.8dB
89.3dB
89.7dB
2.5”(6.35cm)
2.5”(6.35cm)
2.5”(6.35cm)
2.5”(6.35cm)
2.5”(6.35cm)
2.5”(6.35cm)
102oz (2.8kg)
102oz (2.8kg)
102oz (2.8kg)
102oz (2.8kg)
102oz (2.8kg)
102oz (2.8kg)
5.0””(127mm)
5.0””(127mm)
5 9/16” (141.2mm)
5 9/16” (141.2mm)
6 7/8” (174.6mm)
6 7/8” (174.6mm)
MECP: INSTALL STANDARDS
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At MTX, we believe in the value of an installation performed by a
certified professional. It can mean the difference between a greatsounding, good-looking install or one that has you crying over the
holes that an installer wanna-be has hacked in your door panels. Look
for the Mobile Electronics Certified Professional certification. It means
that your installer has passed a rigorous round of tests. It means that
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ENCLOSURES
ENCLOSURES
ENCLOSURES: WE
INVENTED THEM
MTX is the original inventor of mobile enclosures,
and as industry leaders, it only makes sense that
we keep on innovating (remember, we hate to be
ordinary).
T410
T412
SINGLE-SUB
WEDGE
ENCLOSURES
Thunder4000 mobile enclosures take the original
concept—easily installed, portable bass for your
car—and angle the backs and sides to ensure that
these enclosures fit in almost every vehicle
on the road today. There aren’t too many cars
shaped like a square inside or out.
The T610 and T612 single-sub wedge
enclosures are real performers. They
feature a 70 degree trapezoidal shape
that makes the most efficient use of
available space in the vehicle. A 4 ohm
mono design maximizes the output
capability of your amplifiers. And each
of the Thunder6000 enclosures has a
rear plexiglas viewing window, for a
custom-built enclosure appearance.
SINGLE-SUB WEDGE
ENCLOSURES
TRI-SUB™
ENCLOSURE
The T410 and T412 are single-sub wedge
enclosures with a small sealed enclosure
design, for deep, low bass. 70 degree
trapezoidal shape makes the most efficient use of
available space. A 4 ohm mono design maximizes
the output capability of your amplifiers.
The T610X3 is a three woofer Tri-Sub
trapezoid bass enclosure that
also conforms to vehicle seat
back angles for a perfect fit.
The Tri-Sub design fits
virtually all hatchbacks,
and is a perfect fit for the
new
Camaros
and
Firebirds. With total power
handling of up to 1500
watts, the T610X3 takes
whatever
you
give
(and
probably would ask for more if it
could).
TRI-SUB™ ENCLOSURE
The T410X3 is a three woofer Tri-Sub trapezoid
bass enclosure that conforms to vehicle seat back
angles, making the most of available space.
The Tri-Sub fits virtually all hatchbacks, and is a
perfect fit for the new Camaros and Firebirds.
T410X3
THUNDER4000 ENCLOSURE
SPECIFICATIONS
Power
Model
T410
Description
10” (25.4cm) Single
Freq. Resp.
57Hz-150Hz
RMS/Total
200/400
Imped.
4Ω
Sens.
88dB
T412
12” (30.5cm) Single
49Hz-150Hz
200/400
4Ω
89.8dB
T410X3 10” (25.4cm) Tri-Sub
58Hz-150Hz
600/1200
4Ω
92.6dB
Size
12-1/8”Hx11-7/8”"Wx15-7/8”"D
(30.7cm x30.2cm x 40.33cm)
14- 3/8” H x 15 5/8”"W x 18"D
(36.5cm x 39.7cm x45.7 cm)
13-1/4"H x 35-1/4"W x 14-1/2"D
(33.7cm x89.5cm x 36.8cm)
WHEEL OF THUNDER
T610
T612 (Shown from
the rear view)
T612
THUNDER6000
ENCLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
Power
Model
T610
Description
10” (25.4cm) Single
Freq. Resp.
44Hz-150Hz
RMS/Total
250/500
Imped.
4Ω
Sens.
85.5dB
T612
12” (30.5cm) Single
41Hz-150Hz
250/500
4Ω
87.1dB
T610X3
10” (25.4cm) Tri-Sub
46Hz-150Hz
750/1500
4Ω
90.0dB
Size
12.25"Hx12"Wx15.875"D
(31.1cm x 30.5cm x 40.3cm)
14.25"H x 15.7"W x 17.9"D
(36.2cm x 39.7cm x45.4cm)
13.25"H x 35.25"W x 14.5"D
(33.7cm x89.5cm x 36.8cm)
At the IASCA finals, dB Drag Finals, and USAC finals, we brought our
infamous “Wheel of Thunder” and took some of our customers for a
spin. Round and round they went, to get a T-shirt or a hat.
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AMPLIFIED REVOLUTION
VEHICLE SPECIFIC BASS
FORD RANGER 1993-1997
MTX ENGINEERS LAUNCH
FULL-SCALE BASS INVASION.
• Also fits Mazda B-series pickup (jack may need to be relocated).
• Location: Behind passenger’s seat in regular cab trucks with 60/40
bench seat and standard bench or buckets.
• Driver will lose no leg room except with standard bench seats.
• Molded in factory colors, installed with supplied hardware.
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: .5 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 10 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Every car or truck has wasted s p a c e . You know, those places behind
or beneath the seats, where loose change hides and oil change receipts
gather. Those spaces are cryin’ for bass. MTX responds with
ThunderForm vehicle-specific subwoofer enclosures.
1.
IMAGINE—A MOTHER-LOAD OF BASS
IN A SMALL SPACE.
MTX engineers measured top-selling vehicles and evaluated their sonic
signatures. Using unique materials and creative manufacturing
processes we developed enclosures that would deliver high quality sonic
performance, yet fit in the wasted space where you can’t fit anything
else. ThunderForm vehicle-specific mobile enclosures are designed to fill
your car’s deepest, darkest corners and deliver a mother-load of bass.
STYLE,
SUBSTANCE
ALL—PERFORMANCE.
AND
FORD RANGER 1998-2000
ABOVE
ThunderForm enclosures are engineered in loaded or amplified models
to deliver high SPL with very low distortion (you can get them unloaded
also, if you want to “make your own bass”). They’re available in a variety
of colors to match the interior of your particular vehicle and you won’t
have to compromise its cosmetic integrity. This is especially nice for
those who lease their vehicles and want to enjoy added bass without the
added hassle of messy installations.The material in the ThunderForm
enclosures is a high density polyethylene resin, which is resilient
enough to transform into various shapes, yet rigid enough to avoid
flexing. It also has enough density to dampen any resonance (No
cabinet “ping” allowed).
All ThunderForm mobile enclosures are manufactured through
a process we call rotational molding. It’s technology that
allows you, our customer, to select a textured subwoofer
enclosure that sounds great, fits perfectly, and is a perfect
color match to your OEM color scheme. Stay very far
away from anyone who tells you that all grays are alike —
they’re not. And, it’s our technological approach that
makes these enclosures, that sound like a million, not cost
a million.
2.
3.
Gray
Tan
Blue
Green
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
Gray
Tan
• Also fits Mazda B-series pickup
Blue
• Location: Behind driver’s seat in regular cab trucks, 60/40 bench seats,
sport bucket seat or bench seat.
Green
• No loss of leg room.
• Factory storage tray must be removed but passenger side tool tray with jack is
undisturbed.
• Molded in factory colors, installed with supplied hardware.
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: .6 cubic foot sealed
• Estimated installation time: 25 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Amplified models
FORD F-150 1997-2000
EXTRA CAB
Gray
Green
• Also Fits: 1999 4-door model
• Location: Under rear seat on passenger side.
• Driver or passengers will lose no leg room. Passenger side rear seat
will not fold down, but driver side rear seat is unaffected.
• Molded in factory colors, and installed with supplied
hardware.
• Subwoofers: 2-8”
• Enclosure Volume: .8 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 25 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
1.
NEW AMPLIFIED MODELS: A
TOTALLY NEW CONCEPT IN
MATERIALS, DESIGN AND
MANUFACTURING
On the Amplified ThunderForm models, we’ve added an on-board, 100watt, Class-D amplifier. The amp is highly efficient, and has been
designed specifically for the subwoofer in the enclosure. This means that
you get deep, low bass, without having to wire in a separate amplifier.
And the MTX Smart-Engage Circuitry (patent pending) eliminates the
need to remove your factory head-unit during most installations (now, if
you don’t know how much time that feature alone will save you, just go
sit in your car, and imagine having to tear out the whole dash... and really
hope you don’t snap any of the clips in there).
FEATURES
1.
A highly efficient on-board, rugged,
100-watt Class-D amplifier
2.
A unique, custom-designed sub
woofer complements the efficiency
of the Class-D amplifier to deliver
deep, low bass.
3.
Speaker and Line Level Inputs
The ThunderForm enclosure name, product designs, and engineering
techniques are protected to the fullest extent possible under law.
FORD EXPLORER 1991-2000
• Also Fits: Mazda Navajo & Mercury Mountaineer
• Location: Replaces factory net pocket on passenger side
in rear of vehicle.
• Grille included
• Molded in black (enclosure is not visible behind grille),
and installed with supplied hardware.
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: .6 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 60 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Tan
Maroon
Blue
Charcoal
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
amplified models
Black
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
A WORD ON THUNDERFORMS
…“very solid low-end...plenty of attack...It passed all tests with flying
colors.” “Transformed our truck’s uninspired factory sound system
from pitiful to plentiful.” “MTX has broken new ground with this
system, ...Mark my words—the MTX Thunderform is going to be
HUGE.”
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Howard Doctor, Auto Sound & Security, August
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VEHICLE SPECIFIC BASS
VEHICLE SPECIFIC BASS
CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1992-2000
•
Also Fits: GMC Suburban, Yukon full-size Blazer, Tahoe and 1988-1998 Chevy
Regular and extended cab trucks with bucket seats.
• Location: Replaces factory console. With built-in cup holders and storage area,
perfect for palm size computers and other office tools.
• Molded in factory colors, and installed with supplied hardware. Uses factory
console mounting locations.
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: 1.1 cubic foot sealed
• Estimated installation time: 15 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Gray
TOYOTA TACOMA 1996-2000
Gray
Red
Tan
Blue
Charcoal
Maroon
Tan
• Location: Behind seat on driver’s side.
• No loss of leg room. Fits standard cab and Bucket seat version.
• Factory jack arm must be relocated. Hardware included for mounting.
• Molded in factory colors, and installed with supplied hardware.
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: 1 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 20 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
CHEVY S-10 REG CAB 1995-2000
CAMARO/FIREBIRD 1993-2000
Black
• Also Fits: Camaro RS, Z28 and Trans-Am
• Location: Mounts in rear hatch area on driver’s side.
Completely invisible when installed. Does not interfere with
T-Top storage. Rear luggage cover is unaffected.
•
Molded in black, installed with supplied hardware & grille
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: .6 cubic foot sealed
• Estimated installation time: 20 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
• Also fits: GMC Sonoma and Isuzu Hombre
• Location: Behind seat of regular cab pickups. No loss of leg room
• Molded in factory colors
• All hardware provided for installation
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: .9 cubic foot sealed
• Estimated installation time: 15 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance/loaded
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Gray
Tan
Charcoal
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
FORD EXPEDITION 1997-2000
DODGE EXTRA CAB 1994-2000
• Also fits: 1998 Quad Cab
•Location: Under rear seat
• No loss of leg room for driver or passengers.
•Bolts to vehicle with supplied hardware (cut out in rear of ThunderForm allows
factory jack arm to remain in current location). Jack is unaffected.
•Molded in factory colors.
•
Subwoofers: 2-10”
• Enclosure Volume: 1.7 cubic foot
•
Estimated installation time: 20 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
Available in Unloaded
models
Gray
Blue
Maroon
Tan
Charcoal
Spruce
Black
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
and Loaded
DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB 1997-2000
• Location: Under rear jump seat (replaces factory tool tray).
• No leg room is lost for driver or passengers.
• Jack must be relocated into new location molded into ThunderForm (all hardware is included).
• Molded in ebony to match factory tool kit.
• Subwoofers: 2-10”
• Enclosure Volume: 1.8 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 90 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• Fits: Expedition and Lincoln Navigator 2 or 3 row seating.
• Location: Replaces factory net pocket on passenger side of vehicle in rear.
• No cargo or passenger space lost.
• Grille and all hardware is included.
• Subwoofer: 1-10”
• Enclosure Volume: .6 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 60 minutes
• Molded in Black
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Black
Available in Unloaded and Loaded
models
DODGE DURANGO 1998-2000
• Location: Mounts under cargo lid in rear of vehicle. Completely invisible when
installed. No loss of cargo space. Jack is undisturbed. Enclosure is ported.
• Tuning frequency at 34 Hz
• Molded in black, installed with supplied hardware.
• Subwoofer: 1-8”
• Enclosure Volume: .7 cubic foot
• Estimated installation time: 10 minutes
• 4 ohm impedance on loaded versions
• 2 Year Limited Warranty on loaded versions
• 1 Year Limited Warranty on amplified versions
Black
Available in Unloaded, Loaded and
Amplified models
INNOVATIONS 2
Innovations is the Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Association's
prestigious competition, which honors product excellence in Design and
Engineering. Companies that win this award for their product(s) know
they are on the cutting edge of Design and manufacturing technology.
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The MTX ThunderForm was the recipient of the Innovations Award for two
consecutive years. The first year for the concept of vehicle-specific, colormatched mobile enclosures. The second year for adding on-board
amplification. Not bad, eh?
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ENCLOSURES
MOBILE ENCLOSURES
MOBILE & UNLOADED
TOUGH
AND
RUGGED
MOBILE ENCLOSURES:
FOLLOW YOUR OWN ROAD
At MTX we approach mobile enclosures with a passion
matched only by the feeling you get when you follow your
own road. You get a mobile enclosure that fits your brand
new vehicle—perfectly.
And our loudspeakers are
specifically engineered for the enclosure you buy. They
feature finely crafted horn-loaded quartz type
semiconductor tweeters in the full-range, and solid, highperformance subwoofers for maximum thunder. Each
enclosure is covered with aviation grade carpeting to
protect your vehicle’s interior. The heavy-duty steel grilles
protect the subwoofers and are as tough as nails. They
have to be because when you are on the road, you don’t
want to worry about whether your enclosure can take what
you give it.
The
Thunder8000
unloaded enclosures
are built to handle
the demands of the
T h u n d e r 8 0 0 0
monster subwoofers.
Built of 1” thick MDF,
these
sealed
enclosures are tough,
rugged, and more
than
capable
of
standing up to the
high SPL demands
that the Thunder8000
subs will deliver.
BANDPASS
LOUDSPEAKERS: OPTIMAL
AIR VOLUMES
Bandpass loudspeaker systems are a logical choice
when you’re interested in efficiency (requiring less
amplifier power to create more sound). And,
because the MTX acoustic engineers have
painstakingly calculated the optimum front and rear
chamber air volumes, and the front chamber tuning
frequency, the acoustic response is highly accurate.
And the MTX Road Thunder Bandpass boxes have a
custom-built box look—no average, square plexiglas
windows for you!
SLIM UNIVERSAL TRUCK
BOXES
BANDPASS SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURES
These slim universal truck boxes fit behind the seat
and deliver bass you can hear and feel from a block
away. Handling up to 600 watts of total power,
virtually every vehicle on the road today can be
converted to Road Thunder in a matter of minutes.
10” Single Bandpass
Imp
4 ohm
Power Handling
125W RMS/300W Total
Sens
93dB
Freq Resp.
60Hz-150Hz
TB12
12” Single Bandpass
4 ohm
150W RMS/400W Total
95dB
57Hz-163Hz
TB10X2
10” Dual Bandpass
4 ohm
250W RMS/500W Total
96dB
60Hz-150Hz
TB12X2
12” Dual Bandpass
4 ohm
300W RMS/600W Total
98dB
57Hz-163Hz
TB10
Dimensions
13 3/4”H x 20” W x 10 3/4”D
(34.9 cm x 50.8 cm x 27.3 cm)
15 3/4” H x 23 3/8” W x 11 3/4” D
(40 cm x 59.4 cm x 29.8 cm)
13 3/4” H x 28 3/8” W x 14 5/8” D
(34.9 cm x 72.1 cm x 37.1 cm)
15 1/2” H x 30 3/8” W x 17 1/4” D
BASS ONLY SUBWOOFER WEDGES
TW8X2T
8” Dual Wedge Truck Encl.
Imp
4 ohm
Power Handling
200W RMS/400W Total
Sens
95dB
Freq Resp.
60Hz-2.6kHz
TW10X2T
10” Dual Wedge Truck Encl.
4 ohm
250W RMS/500W Total
97dB
50Hz-1.2kHz
UNLOADED ENCLOSURES
MTX unloaded enclosures are pre-designed so you
can choose your own loudspeakers. You get the same
rugged construction as in our Road Thunder preloaded enclosures. The choices are almost staggering,
from bandpass, to wedges, even for 6” x 9” coaxials.
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Dimensions
13 1/4”H x 32 3/8” W x 7 1/2”D
(33.7cm x 82.2 cm x 19.1 cm)
15 3/4” H x 44 3/8” W x 8 1/2 “D
(40 cm x 112.7 cm x 21.6 cm)
FULL-RANGE ENCLOSURES
TS62
6” 2-Way Split
4 ohm
Imp
60W RMS/80W Total
Power Handling
90dB
Sens
Freq Resp
90Hz-22kHz
TS82
8” 2-Way Split
4 ohm
100W RMS/200W Total
92dB
60Hz-22kHz
TS102
10” 2-Way Split
4 ohm
125W RMS/300W Total
94dB
50Hz-22kHz
TW82
8” Dual 2-Way Wedge
4 ohm
100W RMS/200W Total
94dB
50Hz-22kHz
TW102
10” Dual 2-Way Wedge
4 ohm
125W RMS/300W Total
94dB
50Hz-22kHz
TW122
12” Dual 2-Way Wedge
4 ohm
150W RMS/400W Total
95dB
40Hz-22kHz
Dimensions
11 3/16” H x 13 3/4” W x 6 3/4” D
(28.4 cm x 41.3 cm x 18.7 cm)
13 3/8” H x 16 1/4” W x 7 3/8” D
(34cm x 41.3cm x 18.7cm)
16” H x 22 1/4” W x 8 1/4” D
(40.6 cm x 56.5 cm x 21cm)
11 3/8” H x 30 1/4” W x 12 1/2” D
(28.9 cm x 76.8 cm x 31.8cm)
13 3/8” H x 35 1/4” W x 14 7/8” D
(34 cm x 89.5 cm x 37.8 cm)
15 3/8” H x 35 1/4” W x 19 1/4” D
(39.1 cm x 89.5 cm x 48.9 cm)
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THUNDERFORCE
OUTPERFORMING THE COMPETITION
THUNDERFORCE
OUTPERFORMING THE COMPETITION
TAKING ON THE WORLD
When you decide to take on the world of
autosound competition, you’d better be ready to
change your life. The autosound champion is a
special breed—working into the night, tweaking
and changing. It’s knowing that you’re going up
against the best in the world, and you’d better
be prepared.
You’ll spend hours tearing your system apart,
listening to it play, putting it back together, and
then starting all over again. You’ll even take to
hanging around the car audio shop, learning
how to tweak a car to wring out an extra tenth of
a point in a competition. Dozens of sleepless
nights. Remembering your pizza delivery man’s
birthday, but forgetting your girlfriend’s name.
1999 IASCA WORLD FINALS
It’s a sickness without a cure.
At the 1999 IASCA FINALS the ThunderForce Team members took home
18% of the available trophies. That capped a winning season—150 total
trophies for the year.
Maybe you’ll win a trophy, maybe not. Maybe
you’ll be the next world champion, maybe not.
But once it gets in your blood, you’ll love every
minute of it.
• 12 IASCA TROPHIES
• 3 WORLD CHAMPIONS
• 8 STATE CHAMPIONS
• 16 POINTS CHAMPIONS
• 1 COMPETITIVE SPIRIT AWARD
This level of achievement doesn’t come easy—it takes guts and
commitment. Congratulations to all who competed.
JASON PLANCK
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Jason Planck is the Director of MTX ThunderForce. He is the proverbial
road warrior, spending almost every weekend at IASCA and dB Drag
Racing events, supporting our ThunderForce team members. And when
he’s not at these events, he’s building the next show car for MTX. And, oh
yeah, he has a car of his own that’s an IASCA champion. He has one of
those special characteristics—he can get by with no sleep for weeks at a
time. What a guy!
BREAKFAST OF
CHAMPIONS
It’s amazing how resilient the human body is. No
sleep, Cold pizza for breakfast. All for the thrill of
the competition.
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