How many subs???
06-12-2008, 04:55 PM
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How many subs???
Wanted to know how many subs I should go with. I was planning on doing either 4 10's or three 12's.
Which would be a better fit for a jl 1000.1v? Which ohm load should I go with on the three 12's and / or 4 10's. Should the box be ported? I am pretty good at FG so I am going to make a template of the set up but unsure which would still produce a good sound while looking good for show.
Thanks in advance for your help.
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Which would be a better fit for a jl 1000.1v? Which ohm load should I go with on the three 12's and / or 4 10's. Should the box be ported? I am pretty good at FG so I am going to make a template of the set up but unsure which would still produce a good sound while looking good for show.
Thanks in advance for your help.
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06-13-2008, 12:29 PM
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Three 12s will fit better since they would be about 36" across the back while you would need at least 40" for four 10s. I don't think you would have enough room for that unless you got creative. Choose your sub voice coil configuration (impedance, number of coils, etc.) based on what will maximize your power output for the amp you will use. Here's an article on that:
http://www.caraudiohelp.com/newslett...amplifiers.htm
And if you need a tutorial on wiring subs:
http://www.caraudiohelp.com/ohms_law/ohms_law.htm
Whether or not you will port the box depends on the sub. Some are designed for sealed and some for vented. Some will do either. It's always easier to build a sealed box.
http://www.caraudiohelp.com/newslett...amplifiers.htm
And if you need a tutorial on wiring subs:
http://www.caraudiohelp.com/ohms_law/ohms_law.htm
Whether or not you will port the box depends on the sub. Some are designed for sealed and some for vented. Some will do either. It's always easier to build a sealed box.
06-13-2008, 12:54 PM
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Well for the most part this is for show. My car is primarily show but I still want to get a good sound. No db contest but good beat none the less.
I've got a JL 1000.1v right now. I am going to hide the amp so the only thing visible will be the subs, tv and comps. I was leaning on three 12's. What would be the best bang for the buck. I am not trying to drop too much for subs but am willing to spend to get quality.
Thanks for the links caraudio. I'll read them up right now.
I've got a JL 1000.1v right now. I am going to hide the amp so the only thing visible will be the subs, tv and comps. I was leaning on three 12's. What would be the best bang for the buck. I am not trying to drop too much for subs but am willing to spend to get quality.
Thanks for the links caraudio. I'll read them up right now.
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06-13-2008, 02:13 PM
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I think 3 x JL W1's or W3's are excellent for the money. If you are looking for cheap but decent quality subs, go with the W1's. If you are looking for excellent quality for a decent price, go with the W3's.
06-13-2008, 05:03 PM
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Multiple subs are typically a function of output. In this case though, either configuration would need to be sealed to maintain the optimal internal volume to prevent choking out the performance of the subs. This factor will limit the effectiveness of each driver.
06-13-2008, 05:13 PM
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Well for the most part this is for show. My car is primarily show but I still want to get a good sound. No db contest but good beat none the less.
I've got a JL 1000.1v right now. I am going to hide the amp so the only thing visible will be the subs, tv and comps. I was leaning on three 12's. What would be the best bang for the buck. I am not trying to drop too much for subs but am willing to spend to get quality.
Thanks for the links caraudio. I'll read them up right now.
I've got a JL 1000.1v right now. I am going to hide the amp so the only thing visible will be the subs, tv and comps. I was leaning on three 12's. What would be the best bang for the buck. I am not trying to drop too much for subs but am willing to spend to get quality.
Thanks for the links caraudio. I'll read them up right now.
Just something to think about.
06-13-2008, 05:17 PM
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Ah yes, one more thing. The three twelve option has the cone advantage. 1240cm^2 with the four tens and 1440cm^2 for the three twelves. With this in mind you can make it uncomfortably loud with a pair of 12"s.
06-15-2008, 09:22 AM
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Thanks for the input Filtor, which brand do you think would be best? I've got a deal on
w3v3's right now. Again I don't want to drop too much loot for subs but then again I don't want some junk either.
Thanks for your help man.
w3v3's right now. Again I don't want to drop too much loot for subs but then again I don't want some junk either.
Thanks for your help man.
06-16-2008, 06:49 AM
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The only JL sub I have ever found to my liking was the W6. If your source can get you those and you are stuck on using JL, that is the direction I would go.
06-17-2008, 05:01 PM
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I am pretty much open to any quality sub but wanted a good sound with the room that I'd have to sacrifice.
Again this is for show... so the one's who could give a **** about it then please refrain from putting some silly, negative, pointless remarks in here. I'd just like to know what quality sub to go with and would 3 or 4 be my best option.
Again this is for show... so the one's who could give a **** about it then please refrain from putting some silly, negative, pointless remarks in here. I'd just like to know what quality sub to go with and would 3 or 4 be my best option.
06-17-2008, 05:30 PM
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just stick with a bunch of low end jls... should be good enough to impress the local high school kids (and only them). stuffing a bunch of gear in a trunk is not show... its just sloppy.
06-17-2008, 06:13 PM
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multiple subs doesn't equal sloppy if done properly.. Its more of a wow factor thing.
2 of the right subs in the right box and a good amount of power will be plenty loud, and you'll get a better bang for your buck. Once you get into 3 or 4 or more subs it starts to get expensive to 'do it right' with the correct amount of power (especially with a complex box in a trunk car). Its much easier to do lots of subs in an SUV, Id vote go with 2 good 12s. good luck
2 of the right subs in the right box and a good amount of power will be plenty loud, and you'll get a better bang for your buck. Once you get into 3 or 4 or more subs it starts to get expensive to 'do it right' with the correct amount of power (especially with a complex box in a trunk car). Its much easier to do lots of subs in an SUV, Id vote go with 2 good 12s. good luck
06-17-2008, 06:34 PM
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06-17-2008, 07:19 PM
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multiple subs doesn't equal sloppy if done properly.. Its more of a wow factor thing.
2 of the right subs in the right box and a good amount of power will be plenty loud, and you'll get a better bang for your buck. Once you get into 3 or 4 or more subs it starts to get expensive to 'do it right' with the correct amount of power (especially with a complex box in a trunk car). Its much easier to do lots of subs in an SUV, Id vote go with 2 good 12s. good luck
2 of the right subs in the right box and a good amount of power will be plenty loud, and you'll get a better bang for your buck. Once you get into 3 or 4 or more subs it starts to get expensive to 'do it right' with the correct amount of power (especially with a complex box in a trunk car). Its much easier to do lots of subs in an SUV, Id vote go with 2 good 12s. good luck
06-17-2008, 07:41 PM
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06-17-2008, 07:53 PM
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to me the notion that more = better is ridiculous (show or not). using what is best suitable for the application will constantly yield better results then just trying to go big for big's sake (all aspects of modifying).
but what really rubs me the wrong way is when somebody says "this is what i want so don't tell me anything but what i want to hear". if thats the case then you should be able to make your own decisions rather than force ppl to recommend something outside of their experience. don't take it personal orgullo, just explaining why i gave the kind of answer i did, and why i won't be the last.
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06-25-2008, 06:03 PM
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Nothing personal taken here. I was just referring to the bull**** replies that most threads get cluttered with.
I am all ears to what you guys might think would work the best. Again, this is for show and it's not for the H.S. kids. I want a good sound with the show factor in mind that doesn't take the bank.
I've been reading through these threads for a minute now and you guys are dropping some serious dough on subs, amps etc. I don't mind paying for them however I just don't have the ends to drop like that with all the other mods in the works.
Now if three subs or four won't work then so be it. I can still put out two subs and still work out a great design. Hence the reason I asked your opinion in the first place.
Besides I've got a ole skool that I can throw the " 30 subs " in.
sub recommendations???
I am all ears to what you guys might think would work the best. Again, this is for show and it's not for the H.S. kids. I want a good sound with the show factor in mind that doesn't take the bank.
I've been reading through these threads for a minute now and you guys are dropping some serious dough on subs, amps etc. I don't mind paying for them however I just don't have the ends to drop like that with all the other mods in the works.
Now if three subs or four won't work then so be it. I can still put out two subs and still work out a great design. Hence the reason I asked your opinion in the first place.
Besides I've got a ole skool that I can throw the " 30 subs " in.
sub recommendations???
06-25-2008, 07:05 PM
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My persanal favorites asthetically are the AA Havocs. As soon as I get the extra cash I will be picking a pair of these up and comparing them to the Q's. I have heard them in other cars and have really enjoyed them. I can get them for you if you decide to go that route.
07-03-2008, 06:57 PM
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Re sx 12's ported Im a fan of re and i have 1 re 15"sx running off a kx 600.1 and i gets hella loud for the amount of power im giving it nice sq my box was made by iamamp3pimp on caraudio.com ive had kicker, infinity, rockford and diamond audio subs.and I also liked my 15" d6's so diamond audio or re sx 12's.