BigGuy

I finally took the time out to measure my trunk for a box for my brand new still in the box 2 x 12" Dcon d4 subwoofers. This is going in a 1983 Cutlass Supreme. Height: 14.75" Width: 38" Depth: 21 &1/2". I have no idea how those measurements would convert into cubic feet for the subs. Will a box built to these specs work with these subs? Amp is a Rockford Fosgate 1051s rated at 1100 watts bridged. I jumped the gun and ordered subs before measuring. I realize the trunk is wide but not tall, so box height would be limited, which makes for a somewhat smaller box. Probably should have gone with 10"s. But I'll try to work with what I got. I know in terms of sound I am looking for a balance between "sq/spl", the most musicality. All music gets played. Thanks in adavance for being patient with a learner.

Worse case if they do blow, I will get some more. I just don't know anything about box building and living here in Alabama, not sure where to go. Most people just buy prefabs with subs loaded from the local place. Sony, Kenwood, Kicker are big around here. Off the shelf goodies. I wanted to try something new.

Well I definetly don't want them to destruct. I know ~ 500 watts rms is too nuch but I like the idea of having the head room and I don't have to use all the power the amp has. I'm just trying to get a box built to the right specs as all of my enclosures in the past have been wal-mart pre-fabs with the subs already installed. No guess work and was good for me. I'm getting more into the "customized" stuff now.

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Great thread. The SSA guys are cool in my book. Despite the consumer's error, SSA never once belittled the guy for his negative comments about the company. Bravo for handling the situation professionally. I also think that it is good that other potential consumers read these post as it will help them formulate their own opinions about the company if they are debating whether or not to make a purchase. I just got my 2 Dcon 12 d4's and I am axious to power them up. First, I need a box built. They will be pushed by a RF Power 1051s bridged to ~1100 watts rms at 4 ohms. Before I make the same bonehead mistake, anyone care to recommend the correct box with port tuning for me? Of course I realize power is way more than they can handle so I will be very easy on the gains and volume. Hopefully, Pro-Rabbit will be builing this box for me.