James Loudspeaker EMB12-BP - Passive 12" EMB In-Cabinet Bandpass Subwoofer

Product Overview

The James Loudspeaker EMB12-BP is a passive 12" in-cabinet bandpass subwoofer designed for commercial AV installations where the subwoofer is concealed inside millwork or custom cabinetry. Its bandpass enclosure and 12-inch driver deliver deep low-frequency output through a port, making this in-cabinet bandpass subwoofer a fit for larger theaters and residential builds that hide the sub from view. As a passive sub, it runs from an external subwoofer amplifier. The EMB12-BP suits integrators who need concealed, high-displacement in-cabinet bass.

Product Description

The EMB12-BP is part of the James Loudspeaker EMB family, distinguished by its in-cabinet bandpass design rather than a finished in-room cabinet. The model number indicates a 12-inch driver, and the BP suffix indicates a bandpass enclosure intended to be built into cabinetry or millwork. Because it is passive, the EMB12-BP requires an external subwoofer amplifier, leaving power and processing under the integrator's control. Unlike the in-room EMB12-FF and EMB12-DF, which sit in finished cabinets in the listening space, the EMB12-BP is engineered to be hidden inside custom enclosures while still coupling deep bass into the room. It is the larger-displacement step up from the 10-inch EMB10-BP for concealed bandpass designs. The full lineup is available in the James Loudspeaker collection. This makes the EMB12-BP a targeted specification for concealed, high-output low-frequency reinforcement.

Key Features

• 12-Inch Driver — A single 12-inch woofer supplies deep low-frequency output from a concealed enclosure.
• Bandpass Design — The bandpass enclosure ports low-frequency energy into the room from inside cabinetry.
• In-Cabinet Mounting — Built to be installed within millwork or custom cabinets for concealment.
• Passive Operation — Driven by an external subwoofer amplifier for full integrator control.
• EMB Family Compatibility — Matches other EMB subwoofers for consistent multi-room specification.

Typical Applications

• Custom cabinetry and millwork installations
• Larger commercial screening and media rooms
• High-end residential home theaters
• Concealed AV designs

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the EMB12-BP need an amplifier?
Yes. It is a passive subwoofer and requires an external subwoofer amplifier.

What is the driver size?
The EMB12-BP uses a single 12-inch driver.

What does bandpass mean here?
It is a bandpass enclosure that ports low-frequency energy into the room from inside cabinetry.

How is it mounted?
It is designed to be built into millwork or custom cabinetry for concealment.

How does it compare to the EMB10-BP?
The EMB12-BP uses a larger 12-inch driver for greater displacement than the 10-inch EMB10-BP.