How many RMS does my 2 12" jbl subs have?

Can two JBL w12gti mk3 subs handle about 4400w rms?

• So I heard those subs are very underrated even though they're rated at just 700w rms each. I read on a couple of forums that some guys were pushing their 15's at 2500w rms each sub rated for 800w rms. It makes me wonder how much will the 12 handle then? I was told if the enclosure is built to the owner's (jbl) specs, they would handle an awfully lot of power more than the sub's specs. Everyone I read about who have used these subs has stated that can get loud and low and there are very few subs out there that can match it. I also read that they can sound like a w7 but can get louder. Between JBL's "w" and "gto" series of subs and amps, they are up their with the best for SQ,SPL,clarity,and can get really loud. So, will two of the 12's I mentioned will withstand 4000+ for daily? Will they be worth selling two hdc3 12's for or would i be kicking myself in the rear for making that decision? For some SQ,the two hdc3 12's were planned to be in a 4.5cube (after disp.) box tuned to 35hz with two 4 inch aeros in a trunk car. Thanks:)

• Answer:

  Go ahead and do it. The two best scenarios are: 1) you will blow the entire system out or 2) someone will shoot you and the system will drown out the gunshot.