best 12" woofer for SQ? IYO

[fa5chups]

in yall opinion whats the best sounding 12 around 750w rms

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[Buck 5,000+ posts]

Depends on how much sound quality you want, if you want decently loud bass for heavier bass music, Sundown sa-12 classic would be a good one

 

[fa5chups]

me personally a good balance in the middle is what would make me happy
just asked this question for fun becuase ive wondered what audio headsa have to say

 

[mahc 10+ year member]

I had many but my Hertz ML3000s are just on another level. For something currently produced I'd consider the Raven 12XL.

 

[fa5chups]

I had many but my Hertz ML3000s are just on another level. For something currently produced I'd consider the Raven 12XL.

jeez them ravens are pricey, i guess i did say the best lol.

this was kinda for fun and kinda to help give me ideas for what to upgrade to, not ready yet but what would you go with for like the 3-400 range

 

[mahc 10+ year member]

jeez them ravens are pricey, i guess i did say the best lol.

this was kinda for fun and kinda to help give me ideas for what to upgrade to, not ready yet but what would you go with for like the 3-400 range

Idmax subs have a solid rep.

 

[1aespinoza 10+ year member]

in yall opinion whats the best sounding 12 around 750w rms

There are many opinions on which sub is King of the Hill for SQ, but I have learned that a well designed and built enclosure will make entry level subs sound very pleasing.

 

[shredder1 10+ year member]

Buy decent not esoteric quality and focus on the enclosure would be my advice. I vote for the SA-12 classic.

Enclosure makes or breaks a sub no matter how much you spend.

 

[fa5chups]

Buy decent not esoteric quality and focus on the enclosure would be my advice. I vote for the SA-12 classic.

Enclosure makes or breaks a sub no matter how much you spend.

awesome advice thanks

 

[fa5chups]

There are many opinions on which sub is King of the Hill for SQ, but I have learned that a well designed and built enclosure will make entry level subs sound very pleasing

noted bro thanks

 

[fa5chups]

Buy decent not esoteric quality and focus on the enclosure would be my advice. I vote for the SA-12 classic.

Enclosure makes or breaks a sub no matter how much you spend.

since we are at the point, what are the key points ensure the enclosure helps the subs.
i mean i know i need to match the airspace reccomended by the manufacturer, also heard spl guys like to go a little over that number but im not looking for spl just sq

 

[shredder1 10+ year member]

awesome advice thanks

Dont be this guy bro..

Unless you can afford it, enclosure helps a ton. I've heard it said enclosure is everything.

 

[fa5chups]

Dont be this guy bro..

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Unless you can afford it, enclosure helps a ton. I've heard it said enclosure is everything.

Lol u don’t have ppl say thanks? Wat u want me to say Ight den bro preciate u good looks

Not sure wat u mean if I can afford it, no I’m not paying as much as you did for your box. Just wanna know what people do wrong and sound bad

 

[shredder1 10+ year member]

Lol u don’t have ppl say thanks? Wat u want me to say Ight den bro preciate u good looks

Not sure wat u mean if I can afford it, no I’m not paying as much as you did for your box. Just wanna know what people do wrong and sound bad

Not my ride, sorry if I gave that impression. I can't throw benjies into a build beyond equipment and materials. I just designed the enclosure and weighed in regarding the setup. I don't roll like that. I am 57 with a 13yr old. Hence my hate or circumspection regarding esoteric audio and pricing. Somebody threw bux at the Escalade and it turned out astounding tho. Sorry... I thought I'd share. No shade intended

 

[1aespinoza 10+ year member]

Dont be this guy bro..

The blazon on the acrylic translates to bull testicles. Guy must identify as a stallion.

 

[shredder1 10+ year member]

The blazon on the acrylic translates to bull testicles. Guy must identify as a stallion.

I think its sayin' literally...

"Balls like a bull"

 

[1aespinoza 10+ year member]

I think its sayin' literally...

"Balls like a bull"

LOL! That makes more sense. I thought he meant a connoisseur of Rocky Mountain oysters.

 

[shredder1 10+ year member]

LOL! That makes more sense. I thought he meant a connoisseur of Rocky Mountain oysters.

Tucson Az... what can I say?

 

[nauc 10+ year member]

id get this

SA-Classic 12" Subwoofer

RMS 750 watts Dual 2 or 4 ohm voice coils Optimized for small ported, sealed, & band-pass enclosures Large aluminum Faraday ring for smooth acoustic response High strength cast aluminum frame Low distortion motor construction High-temperature voice coil wire Spring-loaded terminals Stitched-on...

sundownaudio.com

 

[mastershake575 10+ year member]

in yall opinion whats the best sounding 12 around 750w rms

Audio frog GB12, Illusion C12XL, Raven 12XL, Acoustic Elegance SPB12 are all really nice SQ subs but $600+. Just below them you'll see SQL subs like the Adire Audio Brahma which I personally love. Bang for your buck Dayton Audio has some nice budget options that sound good in both home theater and car audio applications. As some have already noted, the specs/parameters of the box will be a huge priority.