Description
KICKER 51HS12 Hideaway 12” Powered Subwoofer – 230W RMS Compact Underseat Bass System
Upgrade your vehicle’s sound system with the KICKER 51HS12 Hideaway 12” Powered Subwoofer, a premium compact active subwoofer engineered to deliver deep, powerful bass without sacrificing valuable cabin space. Designed for modern vehicles, 4WDs, utes, SUVs and daily drivers, the HS12 combines a high-output 12-inch subwoofer with a built-in amplifier in a slim all-aluminium enclosure for outstanding low-frequency performance and easy installation.
The KICKER Hideaway HS12 is ideal for drivers wanting stronger bass response, tighter low-end sound, and improved overall audio quality while maintaining a clean OEM-style installation. With KICKER’s advanced FIT+ (Fail-safe Integration Technology PLUS), the HS12 integrates seamlessly into factory and aftermarket audio systems without requiring expensive line output converters.
Built to perform in today’s modern vehicles, the HS12 supports both low-level RCA and high-level speaker inputs, including compatibility with start/stop vehicle electrical systems, making it one of the most versatile powered subwoofers available.
Key Features:
• Compact 12” powered subwoofer with built-in amplifier
• 230 Watts RMS high-output bass performance
• Slim underseat subwoofer design for easy installation
• Heavy-duty all-aluminium enclosure for durability and cooling
• Deep, tight bass ideal for factory audio upgrades
• FIT+ technology supports modern OEM integration
• Compatible with start/stop vehicle systems
• Works with factory and aftermarket head units
• Remote bass level controller included
• Adjustable crossover and bass boost controls
• Perfect for cars, 4WDs, SUVs, utes and trucks
Advanced FIT+ Integration Technology:
KICKER’s exclusive FIT+ technology allows the HS12 to accept input signals from 0.25V all the way up to 40V, allowing direct integration into almost any factory sound system without additional converters or signal processors. This makes installation simpler, cleaner, and more cost-effective.
Powerful Compact Bass Performance:
Despite its compact footprint, the HS12 delivers powerful low-frequency impact with impressive clarity and punch. The 12-inch subwoofer is specifically engineered to provide enhanced bass depth while maintaining musical accuracy across all genres.
Flexible Sound Tuning:
The onboard adjustable crossover, variable bass boost, and selectable phase control allow you to fine-tune bass response to perfectly match your vehicle acoustics and speaker system.
Technical Specifications:
• Subwoofer Size: 12” (30cm)
• RMS Power Handling: 230 Watts RMS
• Frequency Response: 25Hz – 120Hz
• Low Pass Crossover: 50Hz – 120Hz (12dB/octave)
• High Pass Filter: 25Hz (24dB/octave)
• Phase Switch: 0° / 180°
• Input Sensitivity:
• Low Level: 250mV – 10V
• High Level: 1V – 40V
• KickEQ Bass Boost: Variable up to +6dB @ 40Hz
• Remote Bass Controller: Included
• Dimensions:
• Width: 30.8cm
• Depth: 43.5cm
• Height: 8.8cm
• Weight: 7.92kg
Perfect For:
• Factory audio bass upgrades
• Underseat subwoofer installations
• 4WD and touring vehicle audio systems
• Utes, SUVs and compact vehicle installations
• Adding bass without a large subwoofer box
• OEM integration with factory stereos
• Daily drivers wanting stronger low-end performance
The KICKER 51HS12 Hideaway Powered Subwoofer delivers powerful bass performance, compact installation flexibility, and seamless factory integration, making it an ideal solution for upgrading your vehicle’s sound system with clean, hard-hitting low frequencies.
