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#1721159 - 10/18/09 10:05 PM

help Out A newbee at Building a box/ subwoofer

Stunt Monkey
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hey Im looking for some help builing a box and choosing the right speakers and amps, i decided to build 2 as shown in this video... lemme know if thats a good idea..(your opinion)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vE7znacJAU , now im thinking 2 800 watt 12's and a 1800 - 2000, watt amp off of ebay so if anybody could help me out with my choices and walk me throug some of this online that would be great. i have got a sheap of MDF wood for startes and was wondering would it sound better with 2 of those as shown in the video or 1 sub Box

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#1721173 - 10/19/09 05:15 AM

Re: help Out A newbee at Building a box/ subwoofer [Re: Stunt Monkey]

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i watched the first 4 minutes of the 16 minute video.

they are using Sonotube as a sealed enclosure with plywood endcaps. those are awkward to place in a vehicle, and don't maximize the space available. Also, while Sonotube enclosures may sound good when done correctly, i believe they need fiberglass reinforcement, cardboard alone does not make for a sturdy sub enclosure (especially if it ever gets wet).

if you have MDF, use that. build a simple rectangular box, sized to the woofer specs. build the box to fit perfectly in your vehicle. i use 3/4" for sub boxes with a double thick front baffle.

don't get caught up with max wattage ratings, you only care about RMS wattage ratings.

JL Audio makes nice stuff. If you're looking for gear on a budget look at Powerbass, it will perform.

avoid Ebay unless you're buying used. you don't get a warranty, so if you have a problem, you have to buy it again.

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#1724108 - 10/23/09 12:49 PM

Re: help Out A newbee at Building a box/ subwoofer [Re: keep_hope_alive]

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What vehicle do you have?
What is the goal of your finished system?
What music do you normally listen to?

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