Vented Specialist

LaVoce FSN021.00

Best box: 1.5 L bass reflex tuned to 153.3 Hz · F3 139.6 Hz

Predicted SPL response of the LaVoce FSN021.00 in the recommended 1.5 L bass reflex box versus the alternative — open it in the simulator Open and tweak this box live ↗

Will it fit your requirements?

Check the LaVoce FSN021.00 against your space and targets — instant, no sign-up.

Design a box for this driver Box Design with the FSN021.00 and its T/S already loaded Find alternatives Bass Match ranks similar drivers against the FSN021.00 in the same box

Estimated retail 28.00 USD · Check price & availability ↗

Free, no sign-up to simulate · a free account saves your design

⚠️ Engineering Notice for Builders

  • Limited linear excursion (Xmax: 1.8 mm); set a high-pass subsonic filter at 25–30 Hz when driven with high power.

Recommended Bass Reflex (Vented)

PORT BUILDABLE
Net Box Volume (Vb) 1.5 Liters
Tuning Frequency (Fb) 153.3 Hz
F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) 139.6 Hz
F6 / F10 Extension 132.4 Hz / 123.6 Hz
Port Inner Diameter Ø 5.0 cm
Port Physical Length 13.1 cm
First Pipe Resonance 1311.0 Hz
Estimated MOL @ F3 99.7 dB SPL
Simulate This Reflex Box in App →

Recommended Sealed (Acoustic Suspension)

MAX TRANSIENT DAMPING
Net Box Volume (Vb) 0.5 Liters
System Q (Qtc) 0.707 (Butterworth)
System Resonance (Fc) 258.1 Hz
F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) 259.5 Hz
F6 / F10 Extension 196.6 Hz / 148.8 Hz
Air Spring Linearity High (Zero port compression)
Simulate This Sealed Box in App →

Thiele/Small Parameters

Resonance (Fs) 219.0 Hz
Total Q (Qts) 0.59
Electrical Q (Qes) 0.737
Mechanical Q (Qms) 2.96
Equivalent Volume (Vas) 0.2 Liters
Diaphragm Area (Sd) 19.1 cm²
DC Resistance (Re) 5.8 Ω
Efficiency Bandwidth Product (EBP) 297.2
Linear Excursion (Xmax) 1.8 mm
Thermal Power (Pe) 20.0 W
Nominal Diameter 2.5"
Catalog Source Load Forge catalog (manufacturer datasheets and retailer listings)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended ported (bass reflex) box volume for LaVoce FSN021.00?

Load Forge's calculated alignment puts LaVoce FSN021.00 in a 1.5 liter vented enclosure tuned to 153.3 Hz, reaching an F3 cutoff of approximately 139.6 Hz.

Can LaVoce FSN021.00 be used in a sealed box?

Yes. In a sealed (acoustic suspension) enclosure of 0.5 liters with a Qtc of 0.707 (Butterworth), the system exhibits an F3 of 259.5 Hz.

What port dimensions should be used for LaVoce FSN021.00 to avoid port chuffing?

Sized from cone displacement (Sd × Xmax), a minimum port diameter of 5.0 cm with a length of 13.1 cm is suggested; check the port air velocity at your drive level in the Load Forge Studio.

Shareable Acoustic Card for Forums & Social Media

Embed this design card on DIYAudio, AVSForum, Reddit, or Facebook. It shows the calculated F3, MOL (when the power rating is published) and box parameters.

LaVoce FSN021.00 Enclosure Card
Download SVG Card 📥

Not sure if FSN021.00 fits your physical space?

Don't force a driver into the wrong box. Use Bass Match to calculate which of 8,000+ catalog drivers delivers the highest SPL, lowest F3, and cleanest port air velocity for your exact trunk or room dimensions.

Run Bass Match for Your Space