Installed a BL 12 last night and I was wondering how long does this thing need to break in before I can play it loud? Thanks. All the gains are pretty much down.

none really. It will break in by itself no matter how hard you push it.

No need to break it in, on its own the suspension will relax. Wang away.

Ok thanks. I was jw because it is stiff as hell. What do yall think i should set my gains at on my amp? I dont really know what they mean. Its a kenwood kac-x1r.

Low-Pass Crossover Frequency 40-200 Hz

Low-Pass Slope (dB/octave) -24 dB

High-Pass Crossover Frequency N/A

High-Pass Slope (dB/octave) N/A

Bass Boost 0-18dB w/opt. remote

Bass Boost Frequency

low pass at 60-70 I'd say. bass boost off (so frequency doesn't matter). turn the head unit up as loud as you'll play your interiors, then turn the gain up until the sub reaches maximum potential without stressing, sounding bad, etc. Some others will tell you to use an o-scope if you have one.