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Just wondering if there are any substantial differences between the Merlin series 1 and series 2? Like build quality, component quality, country is was built, etc. Is a search for a used series 1 Merlin worth it over a series 2? Thanks

Let me ask this question: will one Sundown SD-2 10" in a sealed .5 ft^3 enclosure @ 560 watts totally out perform SPL and volume of an ID8 in a ported enclosure with 330 watts? I just would not want to make a purchase for a minimal improvement; would want a drastic improvement of SPL and volume.

I recently purchased an Image Dynamics ID8v3 and built a custom vented box with .55ft^3 tuned to 32Hz. Originally looking for SQ and feel this was a great purchase. After being "out of the game" for several years, this ID8 is sounding great. But, now after being out of the game and getting a...

Fav= JL Audio 10w3v2 in a ported box. Played every note and all music and was loud on 360 watts. Least= never personally had a sub that I ever hated. Just had some I liked more than others.

I am asking this question for my buddy. He has a 2003 GMC Denali and wants to replace the factory head unit with a double din and add a backup camera. The Denali has the factory Bose system. This is a moderate budget project and no plans to upgrade the Bose factory stuff. I have no clue what...

Ohm load= 4.1, used the 50 Hz test tone and adjusted 36.7 VAC. Much better, thanks for the help fellers.

I found a 50 Hz test tone mp3 @ 0 dB and 192 kbps. Will try it and post results shortly.

I adjusted the gain on my RE Audio DTS 1000.1 with a multimeter. Square root of 330 watts @ 4 ohm load= 36.33 VAC. Used a 60 Hz tone with no bass boost, low pass filter set to highest, sub sonic set to lowest, head unit at 75% volume and a flat curve for the EQ. After adjusting, the gain is...

Update: I purchased an Image Dynamics ID8 and spoke with their tech, Frankie. He gave me specs for a .55ft^3 ported box tuned to 32 Hz. All I got to say is wow! The SQ is great with a little SPL. Just what I was looking for. Totally pleased with this purchase.

If I go with the Sundown or Image Dynamics, I want to make certain that the proper spec'd box will fit my truck. Image Dynamics actually has a phone and I contacted a tech and discussed the proper box specs and tuning for a vented box. Image Dynamics so far has the lead just due to helpful...

After a couple more days of research, I think I have focused my choices. 1) Alpine SBR-S83V as suggested by zako. Box already built and will fit perfectly in my truck. Will only have 0.6ft^3 for the next two options: 2) Sundown E8v2, not the newer E8v3 due to mount depth. Does the E8v2...

zako, thanks for the response. Just looking over some options for the pre-fab woofer setup like the Alpine. How does the competition compare to the Alpine: Kicker TC104, Pioneer TS-SWX251, Rockford R2S-1X12, or JL CS110-WXv2. All of these boxes will fit for my specific location.

I have been researching a single sub which I will build the box. I have a 2000 Chevy S-10 extended cab, but have kids who ride in the back, so need to maintain their ability to duck and walk over to the jump seat. Was looking to remove the tire jack and relocate and free up the 7" deep shelf...

So to recap, looks like a convential 8" sub would "out play" and shallow mount 10"? What if worse case I cannot get the mounting depth needed for either an Alpine 8" or Sundown 8", which shallow 10's are above the curve for SQ and loudness staying in the $100 max range?

Alpine SWR 823D option: Looks like the Alpine SWR 823D requires 4.5" mounting depth. So this woofer should be an option. Question 1) So the Alpine 823D will outplay (SQ and loudness) either of the 10" shallow mount JBL or Kenwood mentioned? Question 2) If I purchase a budget amp to run a new...