Helix IK ER8.1 – flat 8″ round spare-wheel subwoofer (SVC2, 1 x 2 Ω)
Version: SVC2 – 1 x 2 Ohms
The IK ER8.1 is a compact, space-saving HELIX IMPACT subwoofer in a very shallow round enclosure, designed to fit flat spare wheel recesses without compromising low-frequency reproduction. It is supplied in the SVC2 version with a 1 x 2 Ω single voice coil.
A vented enclosure provides sound quality and wide bass dispersion through the vehicle, while the 200 mm driver with sandwich paper cone delivers deep bass even in confined spaces. The 1 x 2 Ω configuration is intended to obtain maximum power output from a suitable amplifier.
Key Features
- Flat round enclosure: 120 mm overall height for flat spare wheel recesses.
- Vented construction: Bass-reflex tuning at 42 Hz for sound quality and bass dispersion.
- 200 mm IK S8-SVC2 driver: Sandwich paper cone for deep bass in tight spaces.
- 1 x 2 Ω single voice coil: For maximum amplifier output.
- Pluggable screw terminal: Quick and secure installation and removal.
- Flush-mounted chassis: Space-saving design with added protection.
- Durable finish: Carpet surface with an embroidered HELIX logo.
- Mounting kit included: Holds the enclosure firmly in the spare wheel recess.
Drivers & Construction
One flush-mounted HELIX IK S8-SVC2 chassis (200 mm / 8″) with sandwich paper cone and a single 2 Ω voice coil in a round, carpeted vented enclosure.
Acoustic Performance
- Power handling: 300 W RMS; recommended amplifier power 150–300 W RMS
- Impedance: 1 x 2 Ω
- Maximum excursion (Xmax): ±6.0 mm
- Port tuning frequency: 42 Hz
- Sensitivity: 91 dB @ 2.83 V / 1 m; 85 dB @ 1 W / 1 m
Installation Notes
- Dimensions (diameter x height): 580 x 120 mm (22.8 x 4.7″)
- Mounting kit included
- Recommended DSP settings: “Self-define” high-pass at 35 Hz, Q 1.0; no EQ filter required
Technical Specifications
| IK ER8.1-SVC2 – 1 x 2 Ohms | ||
| Power handling RMS | P | 300 Watts |
| Recommended amplifier power | RMS | 150 – 300 Watts |
| Impedance | z | 1 x 2 Ω |
| Max. linear excursion | Xmax | +/- 6.0 mm |
| Port tuning frequency | Fb | 42 Hz |
| Sensitivity | SPL |
91 dB @ 2.83V / 1m |
| Dimensions (D x H) | 580 x 120 mm / 22.8 x 4.7” |
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| Integrated subwoofer chassis | HELIX IK S8-SVC2 | |
| Recommended DSP settings | “Self-define” highpass 35 Hz / Q = 1.0; EQ filter: not required |
Scope of Delivery
1 x Round ported subwoofer IK ER8.1-SVC2
1 x Mounting kit
1 x Data sheet














