Sub Sugestions

bigaudiofanatic
bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
edited December 2008 in Car Subwoofer Talk
Okay I thought that I wanted a Kicker L5 but I am not sure. I know I want only one sub i know that one sub is going to be a 10 inch and I know that I just want something that will be a nice balanced sub nothing that can be heard 2 blocks away. So I am open to suggestion.
HT setup
Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
Denon DBP-1610
Monster HTS 1650
Carver A400X :cool:
MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
Kef 104/2
URC MX-780 Remote
Sonos Play 1

Living Room
63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
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  • BradimusMaximus
    BradimusMaximus Posts: 60
    edited July 2008
    How about a Polk SR104? I have a single twelve SR and I'm pretty happy with it.
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    Panasonic CY-PA4003U
    Kenwood KAC-X520
    Polk SR124     :D
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 0
    edited July 2008
    The new MM1040 or MM1040 DVC should be a consideration @ MSRP $179.95.
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  • BradimusMaximus
    BradimusMaximus Posts: 60
    edited July 2008
    Those do look sweet. I was unaware of them until just now.
    Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT
    Alpine SPX-137R
    Alpine SPR-69LP
    Panasonic CY-PA4003U
    Kenwood KAC-X520
    Polk SR124     :D
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  • Kinetic
    Kinetic Posts: 437
    edited July 2008
    those new MM looks so sweet

    here is a pic

    http://blog.sounddomain.com/photos/polk_audio/polk_mm1040_subwoofer.jpg
    Z
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    Polk Audio SR 6500
    Polk Audio SR 124 DVC
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable

    G35
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    /////Alpine SPX 17PRO
    /////Alpine SWX 1243D
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable
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  • robsatx
    robsatx Posts: 5
    edited July 2008
    No offense, but looks come in last place when picking my "audio" equipment.
    Check out:
    IDMAX 12 V3. is a GREAT sub. Just google it. Considered to be one of the best. Great bang for buck.
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  • BradimusMaximus
    BradimusMaximus Posts: 60
    edited July 2008
    I imagine that neither of us were saying they "look sweet" on a purely aesthetic level. The MMs look to perform well too.
    Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT
    Alpine SPX-137R
    Alpine SPR-69LP
    Panasonic CY-PA4003U
    Kenwood KAC-X520
    Polk SR124     :D
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    keep the opinions coming before i make my mind up.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Okay I am going to go with a Polk but which to choose? A mm1040 or a mm2104, and that should I get the DVC the amp I will be using is a Jl audio 500*1. Here is a link http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?g=120&i=1365001V2&tp=115
    Also if you recommend the dvc why and how should I connect it, this would be my first dvc sub.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • killerb
    killerb Posts: 390
    edited July 2008
    i have sr12's right now and i love them, but im going to get a pair of the new Stereo Integrity Mags when they come out. the old versions where great and i never got to get a pair, so this time i have got to cop a pair. they are pure sound quality subs that handle 1000w in a 1 cubic foot box and cost $250 shipped. they are only 5.5 inches deep also. i will still keep the sr's though just incase the mags cant keep up.

    http://stereointegrity.com/forums/si-products/29-new-mag-bm-pictures.html
    kenwood excelon kdc-x991 h.u.
    Rockford Fosgate 360.3 DSP
    Rockford Fosgate POWER1000 running entire system
    Image Dynamics IDQ12 Sub
    Morel Elate 6 front stage
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    I don't want a 12 inch and I definitely don't want 1000 watts going to a sub in my car.
    In my little honda civic no WAY but thank you for your input.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • killerb
    killerb Posts: 390
    edited July 2008
    just a quick question, why dont you want a 12" sub? the new SI Mag is a VERY efficient sub, you only need about 400-500 watts to get great output. the 1000w is the power rating it doesnt mean you have to throw 1000 watts at it. good 12" subs sound great. a 1 cubic foot box is small and will fit just about any car.
    kenwood excelon kdc-x991 h.u.
    Rockford Fosgate 360.3 DSP
    Rockford Fosgate POWER1000 running entire system
    Image Dynamics IDQ12 Sub
    Morel Elate 6 front stage
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Well I don't care what kind it is and who makes it they can not reproduce drums and tight low frequency like 10's.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • killerb
    killerb Posts: 390
    edited July 2008
    that is a myth. 12" subs can produce audiophile quality bass as well as 10" subs. check out this link and go to number 8.

    http://www.audiopulse.com/know-how/subwoofer-driver-guide/myths-about-subwoofers/
    kenwood excelon kdc-x991 h.u.
    Rockford Fosgate 360.3 DSP
    Rockford Fosgate POWER1000 running entire system
    Image Dynamics IDQ12 Sub
    Morel Elate 6 front stage
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Well I have sat in different cars truck suv's with 10's 12's 8's 15's and even 20's and I will stand by 10's I just called crutchfield "the people I trust" and they said that a smaller driver will give you tighter bass. You have your opinion I and crutchfield have ours. I will stick with 10's. I was in a pontiac grand am with 2 preloaded rockford punch stage 2 12's with the rockford amp and all I haerd was long throws of bass it was in a sealed box too.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • killerb
    killerb Posts: 390
    edited July 2008
    did you ever listen to a quality 12" sub? listen to a polk sr124-dvc and then come back and tell me what you think. ask Mac who won many sound quality competitions about 12" subs. he is a long time member and knows what he is talking about.
    kenwood excelon kdc-x991 h.u.
    Rockford Fosgate 360.3 DSP
    Rockford Fosgate POWER1000 running entire system
    Image Dynamics IDQ12 Sub
    Morel Elate 6 front stage
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Buddy killerb this argument is over everyone is different I like 10's thats what I am going to put in my car.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Kinetic
    Kinetic Posts: 437
    edited July 2008
    killerb wrote: »
    did you ever listen to a quality 12" sub? listen to a polk sr124-dvc and then come back and tell me what you think. ask Mac who won many sound quality competitions about 12" subs. he is a long time member and knows what he is talking about.

    ^^x2

    i have a 12 SR sub and the SQ is outstanding, and 10s cant play that low, so 12 have better deeper bass
    Z
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    Polk Audio SR 6500
    Polk Audio SR 124 DVC
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable

    G35
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    /////Alpine SPX 17PRO
    /////Alpine SWX 1243D
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Okay I am going to go with a Polk but which to choose? A mm1040 or a mm2104, and that should I get the DVC the amp I will be using is a Jl audio 500*1. Here is a link http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?g=120&i=1365001V2&tp=115
    Also if you recommend the dvc why and how should I connect it, this would be my first dvc sub.

    Can we PLEASE get back to my question which was ^^^.:(
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Kinetic
    Kinetic Posts: 437
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Can we PLEASE get back to my question which was ^^^.:(

    ok the MM 1040 DVC is the best option for you, but you should buy 2 of the becouse your JL amp is 500 RMS at 2 Ohm. and this Sub is 270 RMS

    If you are going to run just one 10" be sure to adjust the gains properly, it should be at the half or a quarter depending on your HU

    http://www.polkaudio.com/caraudio/products/subs/10inch/mm1040dvc/
    Z
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    Polk Audio SR 6500
    Polk Audio SR 124 DVC
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable

    G35
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    /////Alpine SPX 17PRO
    /////Alpine SWX 1243D
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Now was that so hard now what about connections.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • killerb
    killerb Posts: 390
    edited July 2008
    i dont want to start an argument, i dont care what you put in your car. i just want to dispell the myth that 10" subs sound better than 12' subs. its not the size that matters but the system Q that matters. we are here to inform people with as much factual info as possible. 12" high quality drivers sound just as good as 10" drivers.
    kenwood excelon kdc-x991 h.u.
    Rockford Fosgate 360.3 DSP
    Rockford Fosgate POWER1000 running entire system
    Image Dynamics IDQ12 Sub
    Morel Elate 6 front stage
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Okay yes that is our purpose here to inform people. But I just want some bass not a whole lot.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Kinetic
    Kinetic Posts: 437
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Now was that so hard now what about connections.

    read the manual
    is it so hard?
    Z
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    Polk Audio SR 6500
    Polk Audio SR 124 DVC
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable

    G35
    /////Alpine CDA-9887 HU
    /////Alpine KTX-1000EQ
    /////Alpine PDX-4.150
    /////Alpine PDX-1.1000
    /////Alpine SPX 17PRO
    /////Alpine SWX 1243D
    KnuKonceptz MKS Kable
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    LMAO Time to call Crutchfield the experts.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Jethro
    Jethro Posts: 28
    edited July 2008
    A few things...

    1. Smaller drivers DO NOT automatically equate to tighter bass.
    2. Crutchfield = not really experts.

    If you are set on a 10" Polk, I'd suggest either a single SR104-DVC or a pair of MM1040 or MM1040D's with that amp.
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    LMAO I love how people want me to take there advice. But I listen to people that I have used for years and never steered me wrong. I come to the forums for curiosity and questions and answers. I understand that a 12 might be better but I don't want a 12 in MY TRUCK PERIOD.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Jethro
    Jethro Posts: 28
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    LMAO I love how people want me to take there advice. But I listen to people that I have used for years and never steered me wrong. I come to the forums for curiosity and questions and answers. I understand that a 12 might be better but I don't want a 12 in MY TRUCK PERIOD.
    Well if you don't want our advice, then what the heck are you doing asking questions on an internet forum? Really, that makes absolutely no sense.

    If Crutchfield has all the answers, then what do you need us for? :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:
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  • denim
    denim Posts: 79
    edited July 2008
    That must be why their prices are so outrageous.

    If you are hell bent on a quality 10" sub woofer, there are number of quality subs that will blend well with the front stage and do not need loads of power to get the job done.

    Sundown Audio SD-1 v2 10
    Mach5 Audio IXL 10
    Sound Splinter RL-i 10
    Fi Car Audio SSD 10
    SSA Icon 10
    Incriminator Audio LI 10
    SoundSolutionsAudio.com
    CarAudio-Forum.com

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  • headknocker
    headknocker Posts: 17
    edited July 2008
    You asked for advice and received accurate info(yes, it's a myth) from killerb and several others..and you then get into a disagreement about it.

    Do you really feel Crutchfield are experts? Some of their sales people really know their stuff but a good number of their phone staff only know the basics.
    '98 CRV
    Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X589 HU
    Aura MR6.1 comps
    Aura MR62 Integrated comps
    Ascendant Audio Arsenal 12
    US Acoustics USX-4065
    PG Octane 8.0:1
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  • pantleg
    pantleg Posts: 18
    edited August 2008
    JL all the way
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