【KICKER Hideaway HS12｜Add Thick, Room-Filling Bass with a Slim-Power Powered Subwoofer】

“ I’d like a bit more depth in the low end from my factory audio.”
“ I don’t want to install a huge box, but I want to make listening to music more enjoyable.”

If that sounds like you, consider the KICKER Hideaway HS12.

The HS12 is a powered subwoofer that combines a 12-inch subwoofer with a built-in 230W amplifier. Without needing a separate external amp, you can add solid low frequencies to your vehicle’s cabin. It features a slim aluminum enclosure, making it a size that’s easier to consider even for vehicles with limited installation space.

More Than Just More Output—A Change in the Entire Sound

Adding a subwoofer doesn’t simply make the bass louder.

It’s easier to bring out the thickness of the bass and kick drum, and the vocals and mid-to-high frequencies become more easily noticeable as well. Because you can feel the foundation of the music without turning the volume up, you may be able to enjoy low-end nuances in your everyday tracks that you didn’t notice before.

Of course, if you boost the bass too strongly, the balance with the front speakers can be thrown off. That’s where the HS12’s built-in crossover, bass boost, and phase switching come in—helping you create a natural connection that matches your vehicle and speakers.

By installing the included wired remote where you can reach it, you can adjust the amount of bass without changing the radio’s volume. Use it as needed—keep it subtle for everyday listening, and increase it a bit for tracks where you want to enjoy the low end more.

Designed to Make Adding to Factory Audio Easier

The HS12 supports not only low-level input but also high-level input. It has a wide input-voltage range and uses FIT+ technology, making it easier to integrate even with recent vehicles equipped with a start/stop function.

Because connection methods and how signals are extracted can vary by vehicle, it’s not possible to install it in exactly the same way in every car. However, it’s designed so you can often connect it without needing to purchase an external line output converter separately—making it a model that’s easier to consider for adding a subwoofer to a factory navigation system or factory audio.

The enclosure height is about 8.8cm, but whether it can actually fit under the seat depends on the vehicle, seat rails, and wiring space. It’s important to choose the installation location with operability, safety, and maintenance in mind—rather than forcing it to fit.

Installation and Tuning Make All the Difference

A subwoofer isn’t a product where you’re done once the unit is installed and sound comes out.

Small details affect the final result—power and ground handling, how you take the signal, mounting method, the remote’s position, and the volume balance with the front speakers, among others. Especially with models that have output headroom like the HS12, if the tuning isn’t right, you may end up hearing the bass too prominently.

At LOGON, we’ll work with you to decide how much bass quantity you want by confirming your vehicle model and factory audio setup, the music you usually listen to, and your preferences for the low end. If it were me, I wouldn’t start by pushing the bass too hard. I’d first dial it in to a level that supports the music from the front speakers, and then adjust it to match your tastes.

The HS12 is a subwoofer that’s easy to consider not only if you want “powerful bass,” but also if you feel the factory sound is a bit thin, or if you want a sound that’s less fatiguing even after listening for long periods.

Because the best installation method depends on the vehicle and the factory system, please tell us your preferences first—including the installation location and the direction you want the sound to take. Let’s think together about the best way to enjoy music comfortably inside your car.

Key Specifications

【Basic Information】
Product name: Hideaway HS12
Brand: KICKER
Model number: 51HS12
Type: 12-inch powered subwoofer
Enclosure: Aluminum

【Subwoofer / Amplifier】
Subwoofer size: 12 inches (30cm)
Built-in amplifier output: 230W RMS
Frequency response: 25–120Hz

【Input / Connection】
Low-level input: 250mV–10V
High-level input: 1V–40V
FIT+™ technology: Built in
External line output converter: Compatible with configurations that allow connection without it
Included wiring harness: Power 17ft / Speaker level 8ft / Ground 2ft / Remote on 2ft

【Adjustment Functions】
Low-frequency crossover: 50–120Hz, 12dB/oct
High-frequency filter: 25Hz, 24dB/oct
KickEQ™ bass boost: Up to +6dB (40Hz), variable
Phase switch: 0° / 180°
Remote bass control: Included, wired type

【Dimensions / Weight】
Width: approx. 30.8cm
Height: approx. 8.8cm
Depth: approx. 43.5cm
Weight: approx. 7.92kg

【Warranty】
2-year warranty when purchased from authorized dealers

• Warranty conditions and periods may vary depending on region and sales format.