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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 PhillBoy20XD6,

    The other day I notice my voltage meter running a little low while driving but didn't follow up and a day ago I wake up for work and guess what not even the fuel pump comes on the battery was so dead and after a good hard look I find that my new terminal for my positive post isn't really clamping tightly so I wanted to ask as to what kind of gear people are using and are happy with. By the by I had this hooked up click here thanks for any advise. Btw I have top post on a red top yes I know I said red top but its what I had on hand until I get a different bat.

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  2. Started by cockeyed00,

    Hello Everyone, Just wanted to know if anyone knew how to bypass this HU with a relay or automatically somehow? Or is the only way is to have a toggle switch? Thanks in advance

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  3. Started by mrray13,

    get over here and vote for my ride!! hehe don't forget to registar and rate both of my galleries. put ur's up as well. this is kinda neat! roam around while ur there. wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

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  4. Started by SeductiveSounds,

    I'm looking to get a o-scope. I do have an ancient scope it works, I think, there's just too many dials and chit than I know what to do with. And I rather know how to use it than just guess. What kinds of things should I be looking for? Size, Price, Features, etc. Are there any like idiot proof ones that are accurate and reliable? I saw the Velleman 10 MHz Handheld Oscilloscope over on Partsexpress.com Is it any good? and should I also pick up the Velleman 10:1 Probe as well, or do I really need it? Help me out here guys, I usually set the gains by ear. But not this time around, not with this much power or potential for chit to go really really wrong

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  5. Started by traksta15,

    The subs... OR... The amp... The box is going to be 2.5 @ 33Hz, and it's goin to be in a '98 sunfire<---- Please say which one u would pick, and why..the pioneer is $40+shipping, and the clarion is either going to be a 10, or 12, but they're both $28-29 + shipping...the profile amp is 59+ shipping...and does anyone know anything about the clarion sub?i couldn't find the rms, all i could find is the max rating...TIA.

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  6. Started by lil_italy773,

    witch guy is right there is 2 dif opinions lookin for best one thanks http://www.s10forum.com/forum/f27/two-batteries-380297/

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  7. Hey Guys.....I have recently purchased a SAZ 1500D and it's powering 2 Powerbass ES 15's in a sealed box. I'm now interested in getting more sound than what I've got now that I have more power. Here's my existing box. I've talked to a guy who's been doing car audio installs for many years. Being that I've got a trunk car and my back seat doesn't lay down, he thought this would be a good design. He said it basically takes all the bass out of my trunk and directs it into my cabin. It sounds like a good idea but I'd just like to get more opinions. It would be with my existing 15's. Here's the box design. It's 7 cubes net and has a 3.3 cube down chamber with an 8 X …

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  8. Started by SiMmER,

    hello which one is the winner here ? Pioneer GM-D8400M http://www.pioneer-india.in/Product.aspx?id=36 JBL - GTO7001 http://www.jbl.com/EN-US/Products/Pages/ProductDetails.aspx?PID=GTO7001&accT=1&tsT=0&ovT=1 SAZ 1200D http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/store/products/Sundown-Audio-SAX%252d1200D.html

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  9. Started by truckaudioman,

    This is going to go in a 07 or 08 dodge charger cause i have to ditch my beloved truck. So far i plan i running 3 10" Q's in the trunk in a IB setup. That is about as far as I have gotten cause I have no experience at all when it comes to setting up speakers for mids and highs. Before I would just throw 6x8's in and go, want to do it right this time. Music wise, I listen to, literally, everything. I really enjoy listening to heavy metal, techno, and rap probably the most though. I just want some really good clean sounding speakers cause my current setup, everything seems muddy to me, almost distorted. Back to point, can someone point me in the direction of where to…

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  10. Started by rodneydude23,

    So I was looking at a vid of some 18" BLs and this guy said he wants to put a 12" BTL a 15" BTL and a 18" BTL. When I asked him why he said he wanted all ranges of bass. So we started arguing about this and how i think it's completly retarded and he thinks it's gonna get him a "full range of bass" Any input on what this guy is talking about?

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  11. Started by B-chi,

    I hear it said but don't know what it means. Anyone able to enlighten me. Karl

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  12. Started by F-150 Murphy,

    Destroyed part of their car cause there stereo was to loud like your windows? how loud was you car at the time?

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  13. Started by oxsign,

    I currently have a set of these (RE set) I never powered them so I dont really now what they sound like as of yet....... http://www.reaudio.com/components.html But, I was thinking about 4 of the MLI-65 mids..... http://www.mach5audio.com/index-2.html The amp I'll be using is an Orion 400.4. I'm looking for some really good midbass. It's all going into a 4dr blazer. What do you guys think would be a good route to go???

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  14. Started by SpeakerBoy,

    I have a kinda small box for a ported 6 1/2" Bose woofer. It sounds alright, but i can't fit much more in the bag. I was wondering if polyfill would have somehat of the same effect in a ported box as it would in a sealed box. I did want to ask the difference in effect, between stuffing and padding, because i have heard of both being used. I am looking to shift the tuning down a little bit.

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  15. Started by CBFryman,

    Basically im not a Co Ax expert. I need one with clean highs, low end extension i dont really care abotu and try to keep it around $75 if yo ucan. i THINK i need 6x8's. as efficent as possible. They are for my GF's moms explorer, doing Co Ax's and a little ported 10. i want drop ins so i have as little fabrication as possible.

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  16. Started by no_username,

    So i need to set my gain to 24.49v My multimeter is in AC volts mode and its only reading like .200v... Ugh???

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  17. Started by ChiTownTBird312,

    i guess should post here. i want something LOUD and i want a ported box. im not really concerened too much about sound quality as much as just solid pounding bass. i wanna run at least 1500-2000w rms to both of them. i aint cheap so let me know what some options may be...and if this is too vague tell me and ill try and elaborate more. i was going to go with 2 mtx 9512's...but for the price, they dont seem worth it to me...im sure theres better out there for much cheaper. lemme know...thanks

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  18. Started by SpeakerBoy,

    Does anyone besides me think that the full 9kw of three 12" type X's will destroy a perfectly good honda civic? i was thinkin 3 type X's in a buddy's civic. then three SAZ-3000d's. whatever, just lemme know.

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  19. Started by helotaxi,

    Well, I finally got the last word about my deployment. I ship out right around New Year. Now that I have a time-line I need to get the Neon in saleable shape. I bit the bullet last night an bought the amp. It's an older Kicker KX550.3 3 channel. Fresh refurb. $149 shipped. Now all I need is the sub. Looking for an inexpensive 12 that will work well in a small sealed enclosure and 200@4 or 400@2 for power. The build will take place over the next 3 weeks before I ship out. More sooner than later. The current trunk install comes out this weekend and the build begins. I'll start a build log in the correct section. Looking for ideas for the sub. Needs to be a 12. …

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  20. Started by saywhat?,

    for those of you who don't know, i am running 4 RE8's and a rockford fosgate 1001bd. box is built, 3 subs are in, power still need to be run. let me know what u guys think of my setup.

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  21. Started by spbfitz,

    At what db do your ears start to hurt and pop?

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  22. Started by Sencheezy,

    Quote: This post is for the individuals that are interested in knowing about why DC Power has had issues and how we’re working to correct them. I am honestly very frustrated with people that I have never heard of starting comments on any kind of social website. If you've been waiting an ungodly amount of time or know someone that has been, call our 951-509-5617 numbers, and speak to someone about this. Or, feel free to e-mail me directly at [email protected]. I will be completely honest with everyone, not too long, we were extremely disorganized from growing at a rate that has been over 200%+ growth year after year. During this time, we also had some deals with some…

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  23. I have a sundown x10 in 2cubic foot box aero port tuned to 32 hz now. Amp is skar sk1500v2 car is 2011 Toyota Camry sub and port are rear facing towards trunk lid about 1foot away. Looking to go with fi ssd fully loaded 10 in same box for better sq and still maintain a nice punch. Would this box be to much for this speaker? I love the x 10 from 32hz to about 45 hzeverything else it seams to struggle with? Would more power be the solution or should I go with something like the fi?

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  24. Started by Freshh,

    Hey guys, I just got a new sub put in my car and my box is currently sliding around all over the place in the trunk, (I drive a Mazda Rx8 btw), the box sliding is annoying and unsafe.. so I'd like to fix it asap. I was hoping to get some ideas or suggestions on how to stop the movement! Thanks in advance! If pictures would help, let me know. I could try to get some!

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  25. Started by Schmuck,

    What would be a good size ported box for 2 ED EHQS 12's on a diamond D3 400.1? it is going in a Scion TC

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