General Audio

i was just wondering, how important are TS specs really? i mean if a certain number is better that others wouldn't everyone shoot for that exact number? also why don't sub companies add specs like LE? thats a pretty important spec yet you have to look forever to find it.

What about this one??? http://www.extech.com/instrument/products/...450/407732.html

so ive been to nearly every shop in orange county, and a few outside of it still in so cal and they are all a joke. they dont know anything, and push products that are absolute crap, like nitro. they have never heard of any brands such as SSA, FI, IA, TC, DC, AA, and only a few know RE. we on here know what is good and what is crap. and the worst part is that when you try to tell them about these brands they tell you that they are internet junk and have no warranties and downplay you all together. EVEN when you play your system for them thye still say its just ok but kicker CVR's or L7's are better. SO kicker CVR's and L7's are better than anything FI, SSA, DC, IA, etc? h…

ok, well got approved for my partsexpress wholesale account, but with so much on there what should i get for my site?!!! I am looking to get some Tang bang stuff and the grills, there's so much more. Also how good is a Cascade sound deadening? Anyone with experience.

ok so i found these in my garage and i have no idea what the hell they are could someone help me out i think they are like crossovers or something but i have no idea it says infinity reference on it

Looks like I may jump on this. Can these marine batteries go under hood? http://www.sears.com/automotive-batteries-marine-batteries&DieHard/s-1100201?filter=Brand

alright. i have a pair of the old school kicker 15's there in almost perfect cond, i say almost because one of the dust covers is pushed in very little. very little, but there thick dust cover you maybe able to massage it out. there 8 ohm each. i have them in a box and wired for4 ohms at the amp. im not trying to sell them here john so hold on .......... ,my question is... how much do you think there worth o yeah i bought them new in box i had them put away in the dark cool area for years!. the saround is rubber and its not glued its stitch. reason for selling.. i had them for my lil brother... but he bought a mustang and its a no go.

just a thought what would you think would be the highest db set up with the lowest amperage draw. Basically the most efficient system with the highest db's I was wondering what was on the other side of the spectrum.

Well guys, as you have probaby noticed I havent been around much here lately (or anywhere on the net). Six months ago I took a promotion and helped start up a new division with the company I work for and it's been hectic to say the least. Well, it continues to be busy and I cannot devote the time to Acoustic Visions that it needs and with great sadness I'm giving everybody here a heads up that I'll be closing shop in a month when it comes time to renew my URL. I've been in business since early 2001 so it's been a good run and I've loved every minute of it and I want to thank you guys for everything you've done. My heart just isnt in to it any longer and I'm too tired afte…

System consists of 2 US Amps MD3D's, 2 AQ HD3's and a Kenwood KDC-X891. Alright I will be playing my system bumping it hard and all of a sudden my bass will cut out. I do not think it is the HU because the mids and highs continue to work. The bass will come back on when I turn the volume down or if I leave it playing for a few seconds. I do have electrical upgrades: 220A alt, 1100A batt under the hood, big 3 done, and 3 Deka Intimidator 9A31's in the back. Why is my bass cutting out. FYI the HU does have a ground problem meaning that when I play a CD I have turn on noise and a thump when changing tracks, none of these noises occur when I listen to the radio or my USB sour…

Hi guys, I just receive my Power Master Batteries 2x D3100 which will be installed each side in the trunk and 1x D5100 in the front not installed yet because i've cut the trunk floor which i will modified it so i can get more room for an ported box and to hold the 2x D3100, but I'm looking for an shop to do that job (steel job and welding) And for wires I'm thinking of 4x runs of 1/0 gauge KnuKonceptz from front to the D3100's in the back, 2 runs for each D3100's and from there 1x 1/0 awg and 1x 4awg for 1x MD-21 and 1x MD3D at each sides. And i've installed my Ohio Gen Alt. which is 230A at 14.2 Volt (dyno sheet) it came with a external voltage regulator, and i set the …

Well, I been stuck behind the newbs wall for the first couple post, but YAY, im FREE!! hehe. Anyways, Im looking for some advice about my next setup. I have most of the components picked out, but is open for discussion. Im into SQ and my breaking limits is $2k. All this will be going into a 2001 Lexus IS300. This is the list I came up with so far: HU : Eclipse AVN 5510 or 6610 ($450 - $550) Front : ID CTX65cs ($180) Rear : ID CTX65 ($160) Sub : Fi Q or Si Mag v4 (12") (Both price at $250) a little unsure about which to get Stage Amp : Cadence iA4 (owned it - got it for $200 ) Sub Amp : Saz 1000D ($280, if i get it by the end of the month) Wires : Knukonceptz + Rca & …

Im having trouble opening my passive crossovers so I can mount them...I've tried just to lift the top half off with no luck, there doesn't appear to be anything securing the 2 halves together as far as I can see(like a screw or bolt). I've checked the manual and it doesn't explain how to do it and I have even tried e-mailing JBL with no response. Maybe someone else has these components and could help me out. Heres a pic: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/pictures_new.php?id=12260&picture_id=130473 Probably doesn't help much but I thought I'd post it anyway. How do other passive crossovers open up?

Quick shirt trick, then a video showing some stuff blow around. I finished deadening my doors and had a ton of little pieces of paper in my car from the deadener so I figured Id turn it up and make a video. Yes I know its dark. Oh well. The second song sucks, It was just some song on the radio. The first video would be better but I was trying to hold the deck, control the volume, and shoot a video. So I decided Id just turn on the radio and shoot a video with whatever song was on.

I want to ground 0gauge to frame on my quad cab ram.. I dont want to ground to underseat bolts or any area from the inside of cab. The shortest length from mount to frame rail is 1.5 ft to inside cab. My idea was to have a bolt weldeld to frame closest to my wire entry to cab. Is 3or 4ft ok for a ground wire at zero gauge..

If i have 2 BTL 12, what should the box be tuned to for comps...i mean i want to listen daily but i wanna put up numbers too...i want a deep droppin bass but dont wana loss numbers on da meter

Just got my 2 12 inch BLs, however ive been having trouble finding a ported box for them. Im looking to get the box asap. If anyone could help me get the box buying process going ti would be greatly appreciated

SYSTEM SPECS CAR:1978 chevy caprice - only thing in trunk is audio Subs - 1 alpine type R 12 ; This is an older model speaker with the rounded foam it is 4 ohm DVC i got it cheap and this is what started me on my first build. 2 audiobahn SE david jones i belive ; I got these in a seald box for free from my cousin , 1 is ripped. Head Unit - a kenwood forgot model mp3 and stuff , screen is busted so it does not work - better then stock radio Front stage - Really hurting here -Stock 4x10 in front 6x9 in back , i have some cheapo tweeters a friend gave to me.I think due to limited factory speaker slots if i do anything with this it will b…

Ok, Ive been lurking around here for about week now. Im in the planning phase right now, and Im already stuck/confused...not good this early in the process. Anyways, just need some input on how to get the most out of my budget. I dont have any experience in car audio or installation so bear with me. I llisten to mainly rock/alternative music with a little rap sprinkled in there. I have a 2003 GrandAm Sedan w/monsoon. My budget is around 700.00. Im planning on purchasing the JVC KD-Hdr1 HU and the harness which will be 200.00 total, leaving me with 500.00 for components/amp wiring kits/door deadeners (if budget allows)... I have some equipment that was given to me …

before i tear my car apart does anyone know what size speakers i can fit in my 07 magnum. not lookin for shitty ones but no where has a list of what;l fit, crutchfield either. im lookin fit a drop in preferably jl or focal. i know theyre 6x9s but most website say only 5.25 or 6.5s only. thanks

Hey guys well ive sold my system and am getting a job soon to get a new one cause i had to pay for alot of random things the begining of this school year. Ok so im trading my Memphis MCD2500 for a Kinetik HC2400 and 220 cash. So i want an amp around 2500-3000 rms Multiple or Very loud single sub (leaning towards new T3 lineup or TC Sounds) i want this setup to be able to sound good and hit the looowws since the 220 is prob gunna go into my box cause i wanna get a custom one the budget for the amp and sub/subs is around $1000-1200 Thanks

Ok i need your guys help im doing a fiberglass box in the back of my car its in the build logs. box will be around 1.7 cubic feet, it will be for a single treo ssi or ssx 10 i will be using areo ports just was wondering what people think i should use for ports like sizes and combonations im thinking 2 3's would work but thats not alot of port area what do you guys think.

I like to keep tweakin test tones and have a question about something- When analyzing the test tones i generate, using a pure sine wave, i get a 30db amplitude reading. Now, if i generate a square wave, i get 32db amplitude. So... in theory, the generated square wave will produce higher levels of spl at a lower power level... But.. does a generated square wave have the same effect as a forced square wave? meaning... will the sub(s) heat up quicker even with a non-clipped signal compared to a generated sine wave? I'm assuming a generated square wave will clip sooner than a sine wave due to the increase in amplitude... I'm speculating on whether it would be worth my time …

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Maybe this is super simple...but could someone maybe help me with this? how do you calculate square inches of a port? is it just LxW of your port? Ive built my share of boxes and never paid attention to this rule...Thanks guys!