Trying to understand subwoofer wiring options

[oldsoundguy]

I have done a search on the subject and have found all kinds of wiring options for SVC subs and DVC subs.

My question is can you use just one of the voice coils to wire the sub or do you HAVE to use both when wiring a DVC sub.

I ask because I will be getting a dual 2 ohm sub that I will be running at 1ohm. So say I would like to later get another DVC 2 ohm sub I see my only options are to wire them to .5 ohms, 2 ohms or 4, ohms?

Can you just use one 2ohm voice coil from each sub and wire it to 1 ohm? What will that do to the power at the sub if it is even possible.

Help me understand.

Thanks

[Azagtoth502]

Not a good idea to drive only 1 coil.

[graham0599]

You could wire just one coil but it is highly suggested against. It can cause the leads to burn up since they'll be taking twice the power they're supposed to.

[MrSkippyJ]

Just use half the power and it should be fine.

[graham0599]

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