1 sub vs. 2
#41
Even amped 6x9's can't come close to subs bass-wise in terms of volume and sonic range.
From what you guys have said it sounds like I can really accomplish a lot by just getting a better box. I have a sealed box now, but I don't think it's truly sealed (no silicone in the creases or around the terminal cups). I think I'll try to borrow a single box and see how it sounds pointed correctly like Nismos suggested.
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From what you guys have said it sounds like I can really accomplish a lot by just getting a better box. I have a sealed box now, but I don't think it's truly sealed (no silicone in the creases or around the terminal cups). I think I'll try to borrow a single box and see how it sounds pointed correctly like Nismos suggested.
This is my new favorite forum, you guys rock.
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#44
Originally Posted by slickrick
gently push on the middle of the cone and report back what you find...
#46
yea hoenstly I would go with a sealed box if you listen to alot of rock. I know in my case I listent o everything so sealed made sence. If you listen to rap or techno on majority you can get away with a ported system and gain alot more boom with no real noticable loss.
#52
Originally Posted by nismos14
Low tuned ported can be just as clean/accurate as a sealed box.
#53
Originally Posted by viperxiv
I am hoping to stick around $200-$250 shipped.
THX's suggestion looks like a sweet deal, although it's more than I want to spend. If I couldn't get anything decent for cheaper I might save up for a while longer and go for something like that. It all depends on what you guys think would be comparable to or better than my setup.
If this is what you're talking about then I like the price very much. I haven't always heard the best things about kicker, but then again I am no expert.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Kicker-CVR-1...QQcmdZViewItem
THX's suggestion looks like a sweet deal, although it's more than I want to spend. If I couldn't get anything decent for cheaper I might save up for a while longer and go for something like that. It all depends on what you guys think would be comparable to or better than my setup.
If this is what you're talking about then I like the price very much. I haven't always heard the best things about kicker, but then again I am no expert.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Kicker-CVR-1...QQcmdZViewItem
I have one 12" Kicker Solobaric (the square one) and it pounds hard. I have had nothing but kicker subs in the past and have had no major problems. Best subs in my opinion.
#54
Originally Posted by arkainshadow
just fyi 2 10 " subs will usally outproform 1 15" sub.
Where did you get the information that led you to this conclusion?
FYI, 2 10" subs have 620cm^2 fo surface area.
1 15" sub has a surface area of 810cm^2.
Given they both have the correct power and the correct enclosure, the 15" will have a measurable advantage in output.
#57
Originally Posted by filtor1
To the OP, what is you 'actual' budget. Also, what is the model# on the Alpine amp you have?
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-21rcTVW...p?i=500MRPM650
I'd like to match the RMS within 100.
As for budget I'd like to stay around $150. I get lots of stuff off eBay.
#59
So a $100-$150 12" sub (Alpine Type R, Eclipse Aluminum, Kicker Comp, JL W3) wouldn't be an upgrade from my two Type S's?
I guess the next big question is, how much a hit would I be taking by switching to one of those single subs? Like, "I won't notice, I'll notice a little, I'll hate it."
I guess the next big question is, how much a hit would I be taking by switching to one of those single subs? Like, "I won't notice, I'll notice a little, I'll hate it."
#61
Originally Posted by viperxiv
So a $100-$150 12" sub (Alpine Type R, Eclipse Aluminum, Kicker Comp, JL W3) wouldn't be an upgrade from my two Type S's?
I guess the next big question is, how much a hit would I be taking by switching to one of those single subs? Like, "I won't notice, I'll notice a little, I'll hate it."
I guess the next big question is, how much a hit would I be taking by switching to one of those single subs? Like, "I won't notice, I'll notice a little, I'll hate it."
The subs you listed above would not be enough of an improvement to make up for the lack of displacement. Out of the list though, the JL would sound the best. This is just my opinion. Take it for what it's worth.
As far as taking a hit, when you cut your cone area down by 50% and keep the same power, you could see around a 3db loss in output. That is not the gospel as far as loss, but it is a starting point. Will you notice? I can't, nor can anyone else tell you the answer to that. Chances are good that you will.
The question now is, are you willing to take a hit in output for the gain in trunk space. None of us can answer that either.
#62
Originally Posted by DOHCtorJT
Does your budget include what you'll get when you sell the Type S subs?
#63
Originally Posted by filtor1
Great question. After factoring in the additional money collected from the sale of the current subs, we could start suggesting some better drivers. This is assuming that your $150 did not include this already.
#64
Originally Posted by filtor1
The subs you listed above would not be enough of an improvement to make up for the lack of displacement. Out of the list though, the JL would sound the best. This is just my opinion. Take it for what it's worth.
As far as taking a hit, when you cut your cone area down by 50% and keep the same power, you could see around a 3db loss in output. That is not the gospel as far as loss, but it is a starting point. Will you notice? I can't, nor can anyone else tell you the answer to that. Chances are good that you will.
The question now is, are you willing to take a hit in output for the gain in trunk space. None of us can answer that either.
As far as taking a hit, when you cut your cone area down by 50% and keep the same power, you could see around a 3db loss in output. That is not the gospel as far as loss, but it is a starting point. Will you notice? I can't, nor can anyone else tell you the answer to that. Chances are good that you will.
The question now is, are you willing to take a hit in output for the gain in trunk space. None of us can answer that either.
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Originally Posted by DOHCtorJT
Does your budget include what you'll get when you sell the Type S subs?
#66
Where did you get the information that led you to this conclusion?
FYI, 2 10" subs have 620cm^2 fo surface area.
1 15" sub has a surface area of 810cm^2.
Given they both have the correct power and the correct enclosure, the 15" will have a measurable advantage in output.
FYI, 2 10" subs have 620cm^2 fo surface area.
1 15" sub has a surface area of 810cm^2.
Given they both have the correct power and the correct enclosure, the 15" will have a measurable advantage in output.
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