Ultimo Titanium 102 - Subwoofer Morel - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Subwoofer
Brand	Morel
Model	Ultimo Titanium 102
Driver Size	10 inches (250 mm)
Cone Material	Titanium composite
Voice Coil	Dual 4-ohm (typical)
Power Handling (RMS)	500 W
Power Handling (Peak)	1000 W
Impedance	4 ohms per coil
Sensitivity	85 dB (2.83 V/1m)
Frequency Response	25 - 500 Hz
Mounting Depth	5.9 inches (150 mm)
Cutout Diameter	9.3 inches (236 mm)
Overall Diameter	10.6 inches (270 mm)
Weight	11 lbs (5 kg)
Recommended Enclosure	Sealed: 0.6 - 1.0 ft³; Ported: 1.0 - 1.5 ft³
Voice Coil Configurations	Dual 4 ohm (parallel 2 ohm, series 8 ohm)
Safety	Do not exceed rated power; use proper enclosure to avoid damage
Maintenance	Wipe with dry cloth; avoid moisture and direct sunlight
Spare Parts Availability	Contact Morel authorized dealers for replacement cones, voice coils, and surrounds
Repairability	Professional reconing service recommended for damaged drivers

Frequently Asked Questions - Ultimo Titanium 102 Morel

What is the recommended amplifier power for the Morel Ultimo Titanium 102?

A mono amplifier delivering 500-600 watts RMS at the desired impedance (2 or 8 ohms depending on voice coil wiring) is ideal. Ensure the amplifier is stable at the chosen load.

Can I use this subwoofer in a sealed enclosure?

Yes, a sealed enclosure with 0.6-1.0 ft³ internal volume is suitable. Sealed boxes provide accurate bass with good transient response.

How do I wire the dual voice coils?

You can wire the coils in parallel (2 ohms) or series (8 ohms). Choose based on your amplifier's capabilities. Parallel gives more power, series is easier on the amplifier.

What is the break-in period for this subwoofer?

A break-in period of 10-20 hours at moderate volume is recommended. This allows the suspension to loosen and the subwoofer to reach its full performance.

Does the subwoofer come with a grille?

The Ultimo Titanium 102 is typically sold as a bare driver. Grilles are not included but can be purchased separately from Morel or aftermarket.

What is the mounting depth required?

The mounting depth is approximately 5.9 inches (150 mm). Ensure your enclosure has sufficient internal depth to accommodate the magnet structure.

Can I use this subwoofer in a ported enclosure?

Yes, a ported enclosure with 1.0-1.5 ft³ tuned to 28-32 Hz works well. Ported boxes offer higher efficiency and deeper bass extension.

How should I clean and maintain the subwoofer?

Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the cone and surround. Avoid liquids, solvents, or abrasive materials. Keep the subwoofer away from moisture and direct sunlight.

What impedance load will my amplifier see?

With dual 4-ohm voice coils, wiring in parallel results in a 2-ohm load, while series wiring gives 8 ohms. Verify your amplifier's minimum impedance rating.

Is the Morel Ultimo Titanium 102 suitable for SPL competition?

Yes, this subwoofer is capable of high output and low distortion, making it suitable for both SQ and SPL applications. Use an appropriate enclosure and ample power.

USER MANUAL Ultimo Titanium 102 Morel

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Introduction

Dear customer,

Thank you for choosing Morel's Ultimo subwoofer to satisfy your demandingcar audio standarts. The award winning Ultimo series was engineered with a combination of tight, controlled musicality and life-like deep bass reproduction.

Consistent with Morel's philosophy, this handcrafted subwoofer will satisfy those who like to "crank it up". The new Ultimo represents an extraordinary combination of audiophile bass quality, high power handling and ease of installation.

Technology features

Morel's Ultimo is the ultimate in subwoofer technological innovation and performance. Designed to perform as well in sealed or ported enclosures, the Ultimo's gigantic 5.1" (130mm) Hexatech™ voice coil delivers powerful,accurate,dynamic,and musical bass notes.

1. Octopus Grille

innovative design to provide protection and maintain acoustic transparency.

1. One piece Hybrid Cone

An integrated cone made from a composite of paper and carbon fiber for improved musicality.power handling and low distortion.

1. PFS ^TM

Progression field symmetry engineering for longer linear excursion and optimized performance at high power output.

1. Titanium Voice Coil Former (Ultimo Titanium)

Rigid and lightweight it provide a tonally balanced and accurate driver, with exceptionally fast transient response.

1. External Voice Coil

A gigantic 5.1 voice coil for improved cone support and high mechanical and termo power handling.

1. Accucenter™

Self-centering engineering for easy voice coil repair.

1. Hexatech ^TM Aluminum Voice Coil

For minimal loss of magnetic flux and low induction for improved efficiency

1. Uniflow™

Aluminum die-cast chassis to eliminate unwanted vibration noise and for increased durability.

1. Cooling Duct

Enables air cooling circulation for thermally stable operation of the voice coil.

1. DMM ^TM

Optimized and compact Double Magnet Motor that achieves 90% efficiency.

1. Magnet Cup enclosure

Heavy-duty enclosure, engineered to attach to the Uniflow™ chassis, enables quick and easy replacement of the magnet motor and cone coil assembly if necessary.

1. Copper Sleeve Shorting Ring

Reduces voice coil inductance and total harmonic distortion, for an improved amplifier performance.

Choosing the correct enclosure

Enclosure selection depends both on the environment and on the desired performance. The power input and size of the vehicle play an important role in correctly installing the subwoofer, as does the preferred bass experience.

The Ultimo Titanium and Ultimo SC subwoofers are designed to work optimally in both ported and sealed enclosures however, each of these enclosure type will produce a slightly different sounding result.

As a rule of thumb, the bigger the enclosure, the lower the bass frequency response will be but it will have less control and definition. On the contrary, as the enclosure volume gets smaller, the bass frequency response is higher, but the bass reproduction is faster and tighter. For those of you who are looking to get optimal SQ result, we highly suggest to use sealed enclosures; for those who are seeking high SPL, we suggest using ported enclosures. The table below specifies the required volume range needed for the Ultimo series to produce best results in both sealed and ported enclosures.

Ported (Bass reflex) enclosures

Ported enclosures have a circular or rectangular tube or duct leading to an opening in the enclosure structure. If tuned properly, a ported enclosure enables greater bass extension from a smaller enclosure, as well as better power handling, efficiency, control and faster bass reproduction.

Sealed enclosures

These completely sealed enclosures are not affected by air pressure changes inside the enclosure due to cone movement. Acoustic suspension and cone movement linearity are improved, resulting in lower distortion and higher power levels. The drawbacks of the sealed enclosures are lower efficiency due to power absorption inside the enclosure, and reduced transient response at lower frequencies. In conclusion, sealed enclosures provide powerful bass reproduction and excellent dynamics with extremely low distortion.

Morel's recommended enclosure volumes for ported and sealed enclosures

	ULTIMO TITANIUM 8	ULTIMO TITANIUM 10	ULTIMO TITANIUM 12
Ported Enclosure	10-30 lit (0.353-0.529 cu.ft)Optimal performance at 10 lit (0.353 cu.ft)	15-50 lit (0.635-1.412 cu.ft)Optimal performance at 30 lit (1.059 cu.ft)	20-80 lit (0.882-2.11 cu.ft)Optimal performance at 45 lit (1.589 cu.ft)
Sealed enclosure	6.5-40 lit (0.022-1.4cu.ft)	12-50 lit (0.423-1.76 cu.ft)	20-60 lit (0.706-2.11 cu.ft)

	ULTIMO 3C 10	ULTIMO 3C 12
Ported Enclosure	19-40 lit (0.67-1.412 cu ft)Optimal performance at 29 lit (1.024 cu.ft)	30-60 lit (1.059-2.11 cu.ft)Optimal performance at 45 lit (1.58 cu.ft)
Sealed enclosure	13-30 lit (0.459-1.059 cu.ft)	20-50 lit (0.706-1.76 cu.ft)

The following graphs simulate the Ultimo Titanium and Ultimo SC subwoofers optimal performance in ported and sealed enclosures. These guidelines will enable you to choose the best option suited for you.

Please note: the recommended enclosure sizes specified include driver displacement.

Ultimo Titanium & Ultimo SC ported and sealed enclosure graphs

ULTIMO TITANIUM 8"

ULTIMO TITANIUM 10"

ULTIMO TITANIUM 12"

ULTIMO SC 10"

ULTIMO SC 12"

Connecting the Ultimo subwoofer

The Ultimo subwoofers may be connected to your amplifier in a variety of configurations, as suggested below.

Series connection (1-3 woofers)

Ultimo 2 ohm version

2 ohm Load

Ultimo 4 ohm version

4 ohm Load

4 ohm Load

8 ohm Load

Parallel connection (2-4 woofers)

Ultimo 2 ohm version

1 ohm Load

Ultimo 4 ohm version

2 ohm Load

1 ohm Load

Tuning recommendation

Once the proper enclosure has been constructed, please follow these tips to optimize the performance of your new Ultimo subwoofer. It is always suggested to consult your Authorized Morel Dealer for more specific guidance, if necessary.

1. Set your gain level control to ensure stable amplifier operation without distortion or saturation to prevent subwoofer damage.
2. Adjust the cut-off frequency according to the enclosure design and subwoofer specifications to ensure optimal performance.
3. Electronic acoustic corrective filters (e.g. equalizer) are not required, as long as the subwoofer enclosure is designed properly.
4. After listening to the subwoofer you may choose to invert the phase. doing so will affect the acoustic performance of the subwoofer. It is recommended to listen in both configurations in order to determine your preferred mode.
5. Before adjusting your sound system further, it is suggested to move the subwoofer enclosure to different locations in the car trunk. Placing the enclosure in different locations may provide the solution you seek.

Cone replacement procedure

The Ultimo Titanium subwoofer was designed using Morel's Trademark Accucenter™ technology, which enables easy, quick replacement of a damaged voice coil cone assembly by simply dismantling the magnet motor system and bolting it to a new chassis and cone assembly. Please carefully follow the instructions below.

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Cleaning the magnet gap: Fold masking tape - sticky side out, insert into the gap and swirl around.

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Ultimo Titanium Specifications

General data		ULTIMO TITANIUM B		ULTIMO TITANIUM 10		ULTIMO TITANIUM 12
		2 ohm	4 ohm	2 ohm	4 ohm	2 ohm	4 ohm
Overall Dimensions	DxH	Si 222mm (8.74") X 120 mm (4.72")		Si 263mm (10.35") X 140.3 mm (5.52")		Si 305mm (12") X 146.9 mm (5.78")
Power Handling RMS	P	800 W		1000 W		1000 W
Transient power 10ms		3000 W		3000 W		3000 W
Sensitivity 2.83Vrms/1M		84 dB	83.7dB	86.1 dB	85 dB	87 dB	86.3 dB
Sensitivity 1W/1M		83.5 dB		84.5 dB		85 dB
Frequency Response		20-900 Hz		10-900 Hz		10-900 Hz
Cone Material		Carbon-fiber laminated paper		Carbon-fiber laminated paper		Carbon-fiber laminated paper
Net Weight		6.1 Kg. (13.44 lb)		6.5 Kg. (14.3 lb)		6.7 Kg. (15 lb)
Driver displacement		2.0 Lit (0.07 cu.ft)		2.34 Lit (0.08 cu.ft)		2.6 Lit (0.09 cu.ft)
Voice Coil and Magnet Parameters -with 5 inch copper sleeve
Voice Coil Diameter		130 mm (5.1")		130 mm (5.1")		130 mm (5.1")
Voice Coil Height		37mm (1.45")		37mm (1.45")		37mm (1.45")
Voice Coil Former		Titanium		Titanium		Titanium
Voice coil wire		Hexatech Aluminum		Hexatech Aluminum		Hexatech Aluminum
Number of layers		2		2		2
Max. Linear excursion	X	±12.5 mm (0.5") (Each way)		±12.5 mm (0.5") (Each way)		±12.5 mm (0.5") (Each way)
Magnet system type		Double magnet vented		Double magnet vented		Double magnet vented
HE-Magnetic gap height	HE	12mm (0.5")		12mm (0.5")		12mm (0.5")
B flux density	B	0.64 T		0.64 T		0.64 T
BL product	BXL	13.0 T-M		13.0 T-M		13.0 T-M
Electrical Data
Nominal Impedance	Z	2.0 ohm	4.0 ohm	2.0 ohm	4.0 ohm	2.0 ohm	4.0 ohm
DC Resistance	RE	1.7 ohm	3.7 ohm	1.7 ohm	3.7 ohm	1.7 ohm	3.7 ohm
Voice Coil Inductance @ 1KHz	LBM	0.14mH	0.44mH	0.14mH	0.44mH	0.14mH	0.44mH
T-S Parameters
Suspension Compliance	CMS	0.19 ¢	0.17 ¢	0.36 ¢	0.46 ¢	0.37 ¢	0.33 ¢
Mechanical Q Factor	QMS	3.88	4.31	4.34	4.37	5.09	6.53
Electrical Q Factor	QES	0.73	0.61	0.58	0.41	0.61	0.50
Total Q Factor	QTS	0.62	0.53	0.51	0.37	0.54	0.46
Mechanical Resistance	RMS	5.49 ¢	5.26 ¢	4.26 ¢	3.37 ¢	3.42 ¢	2.94 ¢
Moving Mass	MMS	107g		127g		134g
Resonant Frequency	FS	39Hz		24Hz		24 Hz
Eq. Cas Air Load (liters)	VAS	17 Lft (0.6 cu.ft)	16 Lft (0.56 cu.ft)	66 Lft (2.33 cu.ft)	85 Lft (3.02 cu.ft)	117 Lft (4.12 cu.ft)	103 Lft (3.63 cu.ft)
Effective Piston Area	SD	0.0254 m2		0.0363 m2		0.0471 m2

Ultimo SC Specifications

General data		ULTANO SE 10		ULTANO SE 12
		2 ohm	4 ohm	2 ohm	4 ohm
Overall Dimensions	DxH	5.263mm (10.35") X 143 mm (5.63")		5.305mm (12") X 151.5 mm (5.96")
Power Handling RMS	P	600 W		600 W
Transient power 10ms		2000 W		2000 W
Sensitivity 2.83Vrms/1M		95 dB	90.5 dB	95 dB	91.5 dB
Sensitivity 1W/1M		87 dB	86.5 dB	87 dB	87 dB
Frequency Response		10-900 Hz		10-900 Hz
Cone Material		Carbon-fiber laminated paper		Carbon-fiber laminated paper
Net Weight		6.1 Kg. (13.44 lb)		6.2 Kg. (13.66 lb)
Driver displacement		2.34 Lit (0.08 cu.ft)		2.6 Lit (0.09 cu.ft)
Voice Coil and Magnet Parameters
Voice Coil Diameter		130 mm (5.1")		130 mm (5.1")
Voice Coil Height		31mm (1.2")		31mm (1.2")
Voice Coil Former		Aluminum		Aluminum
Voice coil wire		Hexatech Aluminum		Hexatech Aluminum
Number of layers		2		2
Max. Linear excursion	X	±9.5 mm (0.37") (Each way)		±9.5 mm (0.37") (Each way)
Magnet system type		Double magnet vented		Double magnet vented
HE-Magnetic gap height	HE	12mm (0.47")		12mm (0.47")
B flux density	B	0.64 T		0.64 T
BL product	BXL	6.75 T-M	11 T-M	6.75 T-M	11 T-M
Electrical Data
Nominal Impedance	Z	2.0 ohm	4.0 ohm	2.0 ohm	4.0ohm
DC Resistance	RE	1.3 ohm	3.0 ohm	1.3 ohm	3.0 ohm
Voice Coil Inductance @ 1KHz	LBM	0.27 mH	0.85 mH	0.27 mH	0.85mH
T-S Parameters
Suspension Compliance	CMS	0.25W	0.3W	0.45W	0.42W
Mechanical Q Factor	QMS	1.8	1.84	1.73	1.93
Electrical Q Factor	QES	0.49	0.43	0.45	0.41
Total Q Factor	QTS	0.38	0.35	0.36	0.34
Mechanical Resistance	RMS	10.86W	9.97W	8.7W	8.45W
Moving Mass	MMS	91.6 g	101.7 g	103.2 g	112.2 g
Resonant Frequency	FS	31Hz		23Hz
Eq. Cas Air Load (liters)	VAS	42 Lit(1.48 cu.ft)	50 Lit(1.77 cu.ft)	121 Lit(4.27 cu.ft)	113 Lit(4.0 cu.ft)
Effective Piston Area	SD	0.0346 m^2		0.0471 m^2

	∅1.06 (22mm)	∅1.07 (30mm)	∅1.08 (35mm)
A	∅8.74" (222mm)	∅10.35" (263mm)	∅12" (305mm)
B	∅7.87" (200mm)	∅9.13" (232mm)	∅10.62" (270mm)
C	∅8.38" (213mm)	∅9.96" (253mm)	∅11.496" (292mm)
D	4.68" (119mm)	5.52" (140.3mm)	5.78" (146.9mm)
E	4.48" (114mm)	5.27" (134mm)	5.53" (140.69mm)
F	∅0.188" (4.8mm)	∅0.244" (6.2mm)	∅0.244" (6.2mm)
G	∅0.19" (5mm)	∅0.25" (6.3mm)	∅0.25" (6.3mm)

Overall Diamensions

A	∅10.35" (263mm)	∅12" (305mm)
B	∅8.87" (225.15mm)	∅10.35" (263mm)
C	∅9.96" (253mm)	∅11.5" (292mm)
D	5.63" (143mm)	5.96" (151.5mm)
E	5.38" (136.6mm)	5.72" (145.3mm)
F	∅0.244" (6.2mm)	∅0.255" (6.5mm)
G	∅0.267" (6.8mm)	∅0.255" (6.5mm)

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