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General Audio

An Open Forum Dedicated To all audio questions that do not fall under the other specific categories.

  1. Started by 944guy,

    Hey guys I currently have a DMX12 just laying around thought I should build a box for it. Was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this driver before or had any ideas on box dimensions for it. I know nothing about this sub I got it on a trade = to $150 and it has never been used. I have no info on what car this will go into but it will be for street beats in a ported box so any dimensions you guys want to throw at me I will probably do.

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  2. Started by loondizie52,

    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…

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  3. Started by CrazyKenKid,

    Hey guys i need some help with box calculations for my buddy! here is his box dimensions i keep getting 4.6cubic at 28hz...but that sounds pretty wrong to me can some please help us out with this. The sub box is for a kicker L7 15inch sub. this sub box will be going into a S10 right behing the front seats which is why the box looks kind a funny! and yes that is 2 L shaped ports. thanks in advanse for any and all help!!!!! Kenneth

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  4. Started by vanquish,

    Got a few questions about my setup before i order everything so help would be appreciated. In order to prevent further displacement I'm considering adding a baffle to the outside of the enclosure. - Will this be a sufficient amount of support for the sub vs a baffle on the interior? - When using Psp.com's calculator for aeroports it asks to input "Volume of Box in Cubic Feet" is this before or after all displacements? - Can someone provide a link for instructions or a diagram on how i am supposed to wire under hood batter>trunk battery>amps - How should i wire the (2)saz1500's to (2)FI BL Dual 1 looking to get the whole 1500w to each sub individually? - Suggest a b…

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  5. Started by Ford12508,

    Well I am getting my first vehicle soon, and am building my first sound system in it. People who know me know when I do things, I go big and get the best available to me at the time. So I just bought a Team Cactus Sounds 7KW Amplifier. Now what should I hook it up to? Assume that I am doing the build in the bed of a pick up truck with either a 6.5 or 8 foot bed. What I am really wondering is should I go with many small(10-12") subs, a couple large(18") subs, or a single large(18"), a single medium(15"), and a couple small(10-12") subs? I realize with the last option, I would need quite a few amps, but lets assume that it isn't an issue. Right now I am thinking about wiri…

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  6. Started by Upstage Audio,

    Ok, well i am getting my inventory of CDT products on Sept.8th and am looking for a car or two to possibly sponsor/rep. The car(s) would be shown on the webpage of the install and the car itself. Don't need anything too flashy but something more than just stock locations and a MDF(no carpet) box. This isn't a free ride on speakers but i bet you won't complain either on how much you pay. Also for whoever gets picked,if any, will also recieve rep points for those people who are referred to our site. Email me at: [email protected] Please title to email "Rep" or "Sponsor" o yeah, since i don't run a shop installation is up to you but you'll have access to a full li…

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  7. ok so i've went thru 3 box designs and im just not happy. sub- rf power hx2 15 dual 2 amp- saz1500 @1 ohm gain bout half way h/u- pioneer deh-680mp stock electrical for now 76' caprice so i wanna get the most outta my sub as i can in the trunk. i mean loudest, movin air, flexing shit (1&2 were in backseat) first box was 4cu ft @30...too low 2nd was same box retuned to 40hz....to high 3rd little over 4cu @ 33hzin trunk....great freq response i mean its louder then most people i pull up next to. but i think the sub can do more what really pisses me off is my uncle has my kicker l7 8" on a 4ch usamp cant remember what model. like 900w rms is what he said i think . but i…

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  8. Ive heard the exacts but never the SPL components. They are older 2 ohm components. Anyone here ever hear a set? I'm thinking of picking some up.

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  9. Started by KING,

    Ok i am bout to purchase my first audio system. but i had a quick question. Is it really neccesery to purchase Component speakers and a Amp for them. Or can i just use my Manufacture speaker.... If i Just use my manu facture speakers. Do i Just run them to my head unit or wat

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  10. Started by Mathman,

    Ok, I pretty much know nothing when it comes to car audio. I had a little ford ranger which died on me, so instead of staying in that realm i went out a got me a bigger truck. i think i am gonna do a blowthrough in this truck. I am not sure what would be best though. I listen to everything, about 50 50 rap/rock. I am not sure what would work best, something like 4 12" Q's sealed or 2 15" BLs ported. Also, I have some good word working skill, but have no clue how to build and tune a box if I go ported...some help would be fantastic. rough dimensions i wanna use in the bed of the truck...19" height, 48-49" wide, and 30" of depth. thanks for helpin a noob out... ps--&g…

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  11. Started by swift,

    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

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  12. Started by MikeMartel,

    Iv seen multiple bad things said about them.. and a few good things. But have said that, i found a used 200a Iraggi alt on here for sale at a very good price and I was just wondering if anyone has some information I could use or something. I was thinking that aslong as I get it bench tested and its doing fine, I personally see no reason why I shouldnt get it, this is mostly based on the fact I wasnt even thinking about getting one this soon because of the usual price tag. -Mike

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  13. Started by SpeakerBoy,

    My insurance is covering my truck and a tiny bit extra, so with the next vehicle, since I know it'll kill me if I don't ask, which is more audio friendly? (since the price differences on them locally are pretty much negligible, they all fall around $2500-3k) Jeep Grand Cherokee (1995-2003) Explorer Sport (1995-2003) or even another Blazer/Jimmy/Bravada (1996-2004) I'm only really picky about having 4x4; everything else, kinda blurs together to me. *The trucks i'm comparing are the ones that were left on the list after accounting for mechanical issues being taken care of; so no, I got my priorities in order

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  14. Started by 1two3,

    a friend of a friend of mine has a 2006 mazda 3 sport with a factory HU and really wants to have an aux plug in and keep the factory unit. is there any way to do it?

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  15. Started by Dutchie.,

    When my subs are playing (not on full tilt) sometimes the volume just drops. The music volume stays the same, but the subwoofer volume drops. The amp should NOT be clipping. I set it up for a volume of 30 with the sub level at +6. My usual listening range is a 20-26 with the sub level at -6-0. The setup is two alpine type r 12"s in a 6th order bandpass powered by an old school Lightening Audio 1000D at one ohm. I have a 200 amp h.o alt with NO big three. I can tell you the headunit if you need it.

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  16. So I've bought several CDs over the past 18 months or so and can't figure out what the damn problem is. I have a 5 or so year old Sony CD player that I use until I get my stereo install done, and it won't play almost any of my newer purchases. It acts like the laser can't properly pick up the tracks. It spends about 30 seconds glitching out making odd noises while the laser tries to lock onto the track, then errors out. Normally I'd tack it up to the tracking mechanism or laser pickup going out, but I can toss any one of my older CDs in and it works just fine. It's only the newer CDs that it has problems with. Sometimes if I mess with it for 10-15 minutes either by…

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  17. Started by BOOMN89,

    http://www.youtube.com/user/MaxxsonicsUSAInc See what everyone thinks!!

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  18. Started by loveeemachine,

    Fi SSD 15 . Copper Coil How much RMS will this take without any chance of blowing. Says 800rms, but how much will it take to really slam, safely, (my box is 3.5 cubic feet. 33hz)

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  19. Started by u n k n o w n ?,

    Hey well I was wondering if someone could design a box for 2 12" Mmats P2.5 its not for me but a friend and he keeps insisting on buying a prefab box or just having the guy build him one but the audio shops here suck ballz so I was just going to give my friend the design to take to the guy to build you know? Anyway Could you tune it to around 35-40hz or what ever you think would sound good with these subs? Im just tryin to help my friend not get ripped on a prefab.... Thanks!!! Voice Coil (Ohms) 2 x 4 Fs (Hz.) 24 Vas (Liters) 117.2 Qts .18 SPL (1W/1M) 89db Power (Wrms) 500 Mounting Depth (inches) 6 1/4 Hole Diameter(inches) 11 1/16 Speaker Displacement (cuft.) .13

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  20. Started by jake-chill,

    name the top 5 songs to cruise with, all genres are a go

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  21. Started by MikeMartel,

    For most of the enclosures iv seen, they have separate chambers for each sub. Is this the way it is recommended to be done? Or will it also work with having both subs sealed in one box? Im simply trying to expand my knowledge about box building and I know you guys will help.

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  22. Started by Aaron Clinton,

    :pic:

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  23. Started by pimpedout97x,

    ok i think i want to buy either an RE RE 10 or 12 inch sub, or maybe an adire shiva or a soundsplinter. i want it in my room, i have 2 stereo recievers, but theyre those old ones, and i was wondering if they sell and where i can get a home audio amp without it being built in with the stero reciever. i want like 200-300 w rms. thanks.

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  24. Started by 12compass,

    How do you test the voice coils of a sub with a dmm might be gettin some used ones need to test

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  25. Started by ChevyBoy95,

    I have been thinking about upgrading my doors and maybe finding somewhere to put a second set. any input on these? http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/store/products/Bravox-Audio-CX50CF-Coaxial-Speakers.html (somewhere undetermined) and http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/store/products/Bravox-Audio-CX60CF-Coaxial-Speakers.html (stock door location)

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