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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 ccraig,

    here is my system kenwood dnx 6960 audison srx.5 hertz hsk 6.5 xl (components) hertz hsk 6.5 (coaxil) hertz 3000 sub (12") i want to get rid of the hertz 12" sub and get something that will get down, i know im going to need another sub amp but my space is limited, behind the seat of my crewmax is larger than most 4-door trucks, especially when i slide my rear seat up several clicks, can someone help with a sub choice, either F1 Q12 or mabye 2 - 10" subs. and an amp choice to power them

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  2. Started by Chevy350TPI,

    Nothing more than minor cuts, scrapes, and pinches here - mainly from removing panels. Sliced my finger somewhat with a utility knife once, wasn't fun. Anyone else have any other interesting injuries sustained during installation? - Steve

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  3. Started by jaynanspl,

    I have been wondering to myself if i should tearout my current system and start over with something else... I have my 2 Fi Bl 18's 2008models and have been thinking of going back to 12's.. I have 6 alpine type r 12 just sitting around doing nothing...I would like to buy 4 sundown sa-12's.. I'm not sure how they compare to the type r's, i have not used any sundown products before.. I have wanted to maybe due a blowthrough or a clamshell design, but I can't seem to find a canopy for my truck.. All suggestions welcome..Thanx guys Jay

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  4. I have an 07 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab My head unit is: - Kenwood KDC-BT852HD. Which is 50W x 4 In my front doors I have: - Alpine Type R SPR-69 speakers. Which is RMS 100w & Peak 300w In the rear doors I have: - Alpine Type R SPR-60 which is RMS 100w & Peak 300w For my sub I have: - Alpine Type R SWR-12D2 which is RMS 1000w and Peak 3000w Now I need help on choosing an amp to power everything and I`d like to get the most out of all 4 speakers and sub. I have a list below of amps that will work with my system. Which two amps would be best for my set up? Thanks! Sub amps: - Nakamichi - PA-1500 1200 Watt RMS Mono Digital Bass 1 Ohm Amplifier - TXA-1000D - Cadence Cla…

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  5. Started by Rameek,

    I finally took some pics of my cars there is nothing impressive yet still gathering equipment for both. I traded my new Viper 1200.1 for a Hifonics 1500 and Orion H2 12" + cash. I do not have pics of my Eclipse 8443 yet because I left it in the store so they can install it in my 240SX when I am ready gotta have the 3 year warranty. I am trying to decide whether to upgrade to the 8053 and get the BLA and run Cadence amps depends on funding. As of now I intend to get the Orion P.6 and the Orion 6002 if I do not get the Cadence. I was going to wait until I finished both installs but I said what the Hell... The Pics are for my '97 Altima and '90 240SX. I also have a '01 BMW 3…

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  6. Started by Skar,

    Just wanted to see who from SSA was going to make it to SBN this year! I just book a few hotel rooms for me and the guys on the SKAR team, who else is going? Kevin

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  7. Started by thor02,

    I just finished installing my first amped set of components, and i have a few problems. The components are being ran bridged from a 4 channel (channels 1+2 and channels 3+4) The gain is matched to the head unit voltage (2 volts), and the ssf is being used as the hpf for the comps and the switch on the amp is set to "full". The rca's are hooked up as followed: Front left @ hu to ch1 @ amp Front right to ch2 back left to ch3 back right to ch4 I used this same head unit (alpine cda-105) with my "old" system without the components but with a subwoofer. There were no problems with the system then. I am using the same ground in the rear that i have been using for my sub amp. I …

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  8. Started by Mesto,

    Hey Guys, I'm In Sort Of A Dilemma.. I Just Don't Know If My Sub is blown or if my Enclosure has an air leak or something.. I made a Long TEMPORARY Enclosure for my 2 15' Orion HCCA .. no bracing no fiberglass on the inside and on certain songs it sounds like AIR is leaking or something it just sounds bad....but only on certain songs.. now my concern is are my subs blown or is it the shabby job of an enclosure that i threw together...(and when i say shabby i mean i didnt take the time to seal the inside with fiberglass or etc etc etc)

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  9. Started by tac2137,

    Its been a while since i have kept up with the audio industry and even when i did i was still a rookie. I was lucky enough to have a guy by the name of Alton from this same forum make me box measurements for my car but sadly my car was stolen right before i got to install everything in late 2012. I finally have a car with a big enough trunk to do it all over again hah. So know for my question. I have Two Sundown SA-12 D4's that will be running on a Sundown Saz-1500d v.3 WIth 1/0 gauge xs wire. My question is where and what are your opinions on trusted inline fuse holders that will fit my wire gauge and also how many should i get? Im guessing two. I have seen some pretty p…

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  10. Started by djjdnap,

    finnaly got an engine for the lincoln town car... now i gotta transfer/install my system back in there.. i got -1/0 welding cable -200 anl fuse wt. holder -a sample sheet of extreme dynamat 2 - 10x10 pieces -7in built indash tv(my brother put it in there when he had it but neva, used it.) -Kenwood tapeplayer.. it's in the glove compartment cuz the tv is in place of the radio -1 SEXXX 15" -1 jbl 1200.1 -2 lightning audio 4" speakers 12bux at wall mart SOme cheap shit i got on ebay 1-optimus amp 4x40 1-coustic amp 2x35 1 Tech or somthing amp on it's way 2x40 can't wonder if i should use all of em or just one??? soon to come- 1-sexxx 15" ???6x9s WTB-dvd player or somthin…

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  11. Started by GregoryGoodII,

    im getting 2 fi bl 15 and a dc 5 k amp would these be a good match for each other if not what would be a good amp for the fi's

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  12. Started by cookingpapa,

    I own a Jeep and have a factory speaker: https://www.jeepsareus.com/sku/77kick06.html and I would like to upgrade the bass to it and would love to have a more full sound. Is there any way I can DIY it without me buying a new speaker?

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  13. Started by adirevolvo,

    The stuff: http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4286811833 http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4287544171 http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4287544135 (I have more but thats all for pic's, other stuff would be a 12w7, another b15, a b12, etc etc) The car: http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4287543989 The man: http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4286863327

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  14. Started by brian85578,

    Which way is better to charge second battery parallel with front battery or direct from alternator

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  15. Started by ulrisa,

    Equipment: 2 Xcon 12's (dual 1's) on a Incriminator Audio 40.1 at 1 ohm (3600 watts rms at 12v on stable electrical), pioneer 5900ib First off, I came home today and I decided to do a little testing on the Xcon's where I could actually see them. I noticed that the subwoofer farther away from the port has much more excursion (xmax) than the one close to the port. I feel like this might have something to do with a ported box where the port is on one side, but I'm not entirely sure. I also noticed that the one with more excursion is getting hot, (one close to the port is warm but not hot). This concerns me, I feel like it points to one being at a different resistance tha…

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  16. Started by cobra65427289,

    in time when money is abundant (thats right, i dont have money for wood) i will build a new box for my xxx. right now i dont like the way it sits in my car facing upward and you can barely see it because the box is so tall. so to remedy this i will have a more flat box with the sub inverted so there is no mounting depth and to give it more area and also to show off the sexyness of the sub and its entirety. al P.S. what should i tune it to, im thinking along the lines of 28, i want to show everyone a big sub isnt sloppy, maybe even lower.

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  17. Started by icy_chris,

    lol fed ex guy was cursing and swearing dragging my 12" fi btl up my walk way and asked me what i ordered a steel cube i laughed at him waddling up my walk way and now my fiancee is mad at me bc she cant move it off the couch bc it's too heavy for her

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  18. Started by tac2137,

    I have been trying to figure out a good 32hz box for two jl audio 12w6v2 but so far no one has been able to help me without saying i can build on for you. I already have all the wood and other stuff so i would like to make it myself. If anyone can help me please let me know

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  19. Started by antoinez28,

    Just want to see what other people do with there old subwoofer box. Me I like to cut out mdf rings. What about you guys

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  20. Started by dub26z,

    Which amp is better for the money?its the new fosgate 1500.1 and the ssa store sells both,bot are close to equal price,they will be powering two kicker cvx 12"s

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  21. Started by Mortred24,

    Hi.. Does Anyone here know how to put extra bass ? my car is Toyota Camry.. Thanks in advance!

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  22. Started by Jester1318,

    Does the direction the port is facing matter very much? What would the best direction be in this setup? 12" RL-p downfiring in an extended cab nissan frontier. The box will be ~2cubes tuned to ~30Hz. Would it be better to fire out the side towards passenger side, out the top, or forward toward drivers seat. If anyone has experience with this truck specifically that would be great, but just ideas would work.

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  23. Started by shizzzon,

    So... i was wondering what are the effects of running 2 giant gobs of wire out of a wall(8 runs of 8awg per side), one on each side of the wall and filling it in with whatever. this would just seem to cause some loss in SPL wouldnt it? I dont know if i just fill it in with silicone or should i shoot expanding foam in there... i dont know? Also, when i'm messing with the wire any, if the wire gets moved through the hole, would it "un-seal" the hole?

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  24. First my previous system was; (2) 12 inch Powerbase Extreme Subwoofers (About 800 Watts RMS Each) (1) Elemental Designs NINe.1 amp (1200 RMS at 14v) I sold my turbo g35 and now have a 2006 Dodge Charger (Ya it has a hemi ) I listen to Rap, Hip Hop, and R&B. I always love deep bass, my previous subs went deep on a couple songs. Higher bass tones are always great too. I was wondering what you guys think I would be happier with or what would be louder; 1 15 inch fully loaded Fi BTL or 2 12 inch Fi SSD's As for an amp what do you guys suggest. I think 1500 - 1800 RMS would be good enough for me. I really dont want to upgrade electrical in my car, just do the big 3. Budge…

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  25. Started by Bigmike,

    Ok!! you guys have had them long enough So tell us what you think. likes and dislikes

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