#389989 - 02/13/04 11:37 AM
Competition FAQ
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*DomainDiva*
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Since many topics are asked ad nauseum, I am posting this to eliminate a few repitive questions.
1. Should I compete?
Yes. Why not? While it's great to come out of the box as a beginner and win like mad, it doesn't happen often. One thing about competitions - it makes you better and you learn more about what you're doing. It's a gathering of like-minded people who share your hobby and interests. In addition to the education factor of learning about new and better ways to do things, you'll make a lot of friends/meet a lot of people.
2. What is SPL?
SPL is abbreviated for Sound Pressure Level - the test of "loudness". SPL is measured in deciBels (dBs).
3. What is SQ?
SQ is abbreviated for sound quality. It is subjectively judged by trained officials from the show's sanctioning body. The judges will use the same media (cd) and track in your vehicle as every other vehicle in the competition. The judging is based on how well and accurately the sound is reproduced. Most judging CDs have stage maps and information that will tell you what you should be hearing, coming from where. In most sanctioning bodies, there is an SPL component to the SQ judging. Each organization does it a little differently. Most sanctioning bodies also judge installation, the amount it weighs into your score is dependent on the class you are competing in.
4. What's the difference?
Pretty self explanatory - one measures how loud, one measures how clear.
5. Where do I find shows?
Most of the national and international competition organizations have regional strongholds, with other shows scattered about the country. The following Web sites will take you to the organizations listings:
dBDrag racing. SPL only. Strongest in Cali, Missouri, Southeast (Fla.). Many shows around the country.
IASCA - strongest on east coast/south east. Has both SPL and SQ competition.
MECA - strongest in Appalacians, shows in southeast, midwest
SLAP - Sound Looks and Performance. Offers not just SPL and SQ, but also a car-show component to competition. Strongest in eastern and midwest
USACi - strongest in midwest. Also has SPL/SQ/car show.
I am sure there are some topics that I have missed. Please feel free to add questions/answers.
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#389990 - 02/13/04 01:48 PM
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Holy sh!t, i can't believe they are actually having events near me!
If anyone is going to the MECA events that are in Union Grove, WI let me know, they are held at the dragstrip thats in my backyard!
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#389991 - 02/13/04 08:24 PM
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Smokey1226
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Originally posted by its_hey_ma:
Holy sh!t, i can't believe they are actually having events near me!
If anyone is going to the MECA events that are in Union Grove, WI let me know, they are held at the dragstrip thats in my backyard!
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#389992 - 02/13/04 10:13 PM
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its_hey_ma
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the meca events at the dragstrip are on the following:
April 18th
May 16th
June 13th
July 11th
August 22nd
September 26th
October 17th
Anyone that goes, hit me up. I'll meet you thier, i plan to go to all of em! 
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#389993 - 02/13/04 10:29 PM
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its_hey_ma
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Originally posted by *DomainDiva*:
SPL is measured in deciBels (dBs).
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#389994 - 02/15/04 05:51 AM
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npo3061066
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dont forget
NSPL National Sound Pressure League
www.nsplcompetition.com
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#389998 - 03/17/04 06:33 PM
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Gregory Rakestraw
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how exactly do the classes work. for instance, i have 2 12 inch mtx thunder 9500 and a 1501d in a 2 door blazer. Will i be competing against others that have abou the same power and only 2 12s? how does all of that work? sorry if this is a repetative answer.
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