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  1. Posted · Edited by idiot

    Awesome feedback, thanks!

    That Shiva-X2 is looking like a mighty fine option. I'm also curious about the Fi Q12 and TC's LMS-R 12", although I haven't found much in the way of direct reviews/comparisons yet. And it also looks like there was some drama with TC Sounds going bankrupt for a while, and so I'm a bit confused if this is even the same company with a catalog full of Thilo's designs or just something else pieced together from the ashes that managed to keep the name. I've missed so much! ;)

    The SI driver is interesting, but looks to be unavailable for now.

    Anything else you think should make my short list apart from those three above?

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    No fancy crossovers or signal manipulation, but the 8250 is one of the finest head units I've owned. Glad it's still around. Has an aux-in for my Zune, which is all I need. ;)

    Ahh, glad to see that Adire is still around in some capacity. The Shiva was a lower line than the Brahma back in the day, but it sounds like they're more comparable now? Any other XBL^2 drivers out there anymore?

    On the subject of motor designs, last time I was around it was looking like TC Sounds was going all-in on the LMT tech. Now I'm seeing something called FEA on their drivers? Is that just some fancy name for traditional split coil or what? Anyone have a handy link giving me some kind of comparison with the other topologies?

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    Yep, definitely SQ-oriented. I never really used the full SPL capacity of my 15", so I'm hoping that a long-throw 12" will let me reduce box volume while maintaining similar output levels and low-end extension.

    I had a 3 ft.^3 enclosure before, so nothing larger than that. Size is one reason I'll probably stick with sealed. I can has cargo space. ;)

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    I've been out of the game for a while, and I'm hoping for some good recommendations. I installed my system about 6 years ago and haven't really upgraded it since them. Then some guy decided it would be fun to break my rear window and steal my subwoofer and amps. Gone is my Soundsplinter RL-p15 and some old school PPI amps. Not to mention my custom-molded fiberglassed enclosure and amp rack. Sigh.

    So like I said, I've been out of the game for a while, and I preemptively apologize for the newbie question. But I'm hoping that someone can toss out a quickie listing of the internet-favorite subs right now so I can focus my research a bit. I'll probably downgrade to a 12" sub since I was never using the full potential of my 15". But I definitely want something with authority from the 60-70Hz range and down, as I cross my mids fairly low. Enclosure will probably be sealed again, but that is not for certain. Sub is in a hatchback, not a trunk.

    Source: Rockford/Denon RFX-8250

    Mids: Usher 8945P 7"

    Tweets: Peerless 810921 HDS 1" dome

    Fortunately, the above equipment was left alone, but that gives you an idea of the gear I'll be pairing up with the replacement parts. Amps are TBD and any recommendation on that front are more than welcome. But subs are my agenda today. Still crossing my fingers that insurance will give me some kind of return for the stolen property, but I'm hoping to stay under $350 for the driver regardless. So... what's everyone in love with these days? :)

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    RF offers NO support for any of the denfords. They told me to contact denon and see if they can do anythign for me.

    they said they had no parts left and dont plan to get anymore.

    Pretty much what they told me. Did you try talking to Denon? I'd hate to see the 2-way shipping cost of sending that thing to Japan (plus any repair)...

    I've sorta resigned myself to getting a new HU, at this point. I just wish that the P880 didn't have that damn motorized face that makes the front stick out so far. I like my HU's flush with my dash and sexy-sleek. For some reason, that's hard to find in the mid-priced decks. :(

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    I haven't. I don't have any of my papers with me, so I'm not even sure what kind of warranty I have on the thing.

    I'll give them a call or send an e-mail tomorrow. I'd be amazed if they would just exchange the unit with a new one, presuming that they can't fix the problem. But I somehow doubt they will have some available any longer. That was the impression I got when making this purchase: it'll be amazing as long as it works, but you're out of luck if it breaks, since rockford won't be able to repair it. :(

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    It looks great! Standard mounting would look better than inverted in that setup, I think, so I'm glad you chose to go that route. Ah... the black annodized cone looks so nice with dark carpet... *sigh*... ;)

    How easily does that top piece come off so that you can get to the amps? From the first picture, it doesn't look like the sub is mounted to that carpeted facade piece, but I could be wrong.

    Also, you forgot to address the all-important "how does it sound" question. :)

    Good job again!

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    ... but given the size of your enclosure, I don't think it's necessary by any means.

    Agreed. 2.25 cu.ft is a perfect fit for my RL-p15. :) I'd compare my sealed box to a vented one if I had the room and skill to slap an internal port on a curved surface. It would likely get a bit louder, but I have severe doubts that it would sound better, even at lower frequencies.

    Amish, if you're worried about upper extension, can you tell us what midrange driver you're running? As Mike said, the crossover point should be between 60-80Hz (much closer to 60Hz, if possible). If you're getting poor midbass performance, I would look at your other drivers (and their x-over settings) before the sub.

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