Are "Enclosed Subs" Good?

[dan7532 10+ year member]

Aahhh, I had a space between bass and link. Didn't know it was basslink. Thank you.

 

[supa_c 5,000+ posts]

not a problem //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[dan7532 10+ year member]

Dude, $225 USD here minus $5 pricegrabber rebate = $220 sub.

http://www.soundmasterinc.com/infinity/subwoofer/basslink.html

That seems like a pretty good deal. I don't know how much bass it puts out though. And would it sound any better if I had the sub in the cabin anywhere or is the trunk the best spot?

Sorry, I'd love to keep chatting (you guys reply really quick!), but I got to go to bed. School in the morning (dangit). Catch'ya later.

 

[dan7532 10+ year member]

OK, with more thought, I think that two 12"s would be my best bet. I want bass that I can feel. Everyone I know has gone from one 12 to two 12s, so wouldn't it be smart to just start off with the best? I'm going to listen to a few of my friends' set ups first to see what I like. And the only people that like 10s are the ones who listen to a lot of rock. I like rap more and I want to really feel the bass. I'll just make sure to keep it down at night.

And here's an example of the Rockford Fosgate dual 12" enclosed subs. Are these bandpass boxes or are they ported boxes (noob Q)?:

Stage 1 - $290

Loaded with Two 12" Punch Stage 1 Woofers

Dual 8-Ohm Impedance (can be wired together for a single 4-ohm load)

High-Flow Air System

Larger port cross-sectional area

Longer port length

Minimum noise and distortion

Maximum acoustical output

Precision Enclosure Construction

Full 5/8" MDF

Computerized CNC routing

Dado locked joints

Specialized adhesives

High Density Automotive-Grade Carpeting

Custom Molded End Panels with Embossed RF Logo

Computer Aided Subwoofer, Port, and Enclosure Design

Large Gauge, Gold-Plated Binding Post Connectors

Internally Wired with RF Connecting Punch Speaker Wire

Dimensions: 16.5" L x 34" W x 15.5" H

Shipping Weight: 50 lbs

Warranty: 1 year

Stage 2 - $430 (OUCH! Can't afford that)

Same Stats, but 10 pounds heavier

The big question: can I get comparable subs and a separate box for cheaper? Will it sound as good?

 

[supa_c 5,000+ posts]

seprate subs/amp/ box will sound better and be louder.

There is alot of B.S in those specs

 

[dan7532 10+ year member]

OK then, separate subs, box, and amp is the way to go. I just have no idea what brand of stuff to get. I really can't spend more than $400. Lower price is better unless it means sh*tty subs. I drive a mazda 626, if that helps. I'm guessing the trunk size is between that of a civic and an accord. I could measure it if it'd really be helpful.

 

[supa_c 5,000+ posts]

Shiva $125

Tempest $150

both like bigger boxes and little power

 

[brandontw 10+ year member]

i know excatly how you are cause i was the same way. i started out with one 10 cause i thought that was all i needed then i needed more so i got 2 12's, but i blew them, so i got 2 more 12's(nicer this time) and then i could blow the lid of my trunk open with the sound pressure, but i still need more. you will end up upgradig once you get started, so you might as well skip the 2 cheap 12's stage and go for a little better. ive heard those rockfords that you have for 290 and they sound suprisingly good. i think you would be happy with that for now.

 

[LBX2G 10+ year member]

yeah the rockfords will be fine. I have heard them. I mean it is cheaper and better to buy seprate. But i seems llike u just want advice and nice setup. It does not seam like u are trying to get in the life we live :=) . But go with that set up and get nice amp for millionbuy.com. I can recommmed a power house amp for cheap.

p.s. And for the info 2 10s can slam. Brother has 2 10 and that shit is killer it give me a headache when turned up half way.

 

[supa_c 5,000+ posts]

p.s. And for the info 2 10s can slam. Brother has 2 10 and that shit is killer it give me a headache when turned up half way.

wimp j/k...

 

[dan7532 10+ year member]

I mean it is cheaper and better to buy seprate.

Well then, I guess I'll have to buy separate. The only thing I am unsure about is how to get a sub box made correctly for the subs (I plan to buy one, not build one). And my total is (hopefully) $400 or less for subs, box, and amp all together. I'll pay a visit to CC soon to listen to some subs for myself. Until I've heard good subs, I can't justify spending too much money on them.

But i seems llike u just want advice and nice setup. It does not seam like u are trying to get in the life we live :=)

Umm, I guess you mean the really heavy bass lifestyle. I want a nice setup that won't be a waste in the long term (if I grow out of it and end up buying new subs). But I'm not looking for blow-your-ears-out give-me-a-headache bass. Definitely not. I do not want to damage my hearing and if I get a headache from my stereo, I turn it down immediately. Yes, I'm a wuss. I don't care. I want bass that sounds good, feels good (gotta have that rumble), and doesn't break my ears or the bank. It's gotta rock the car, but not feel like it's rocking my brain. For refrence, I never even turned my stock speakers up enough to distort. My friend showed me how high they could go before they started distorting, but I had never even taken it that high previously. And you know stock speakers distort easier than aftermarket (while I would consider my mazda's stock speakers better than average). Since I don't play it REALLY loud, I'm thinking I'll need 12-inchers to make the rumbling bass at lower volume levels. That's not to say I listen to my music whisper-quiet. I drive with all the windows down except when on the highway, so my stereo usually plays louder than the outside noises.

 

[LBX2G 10+ year member]

well what i mean by use is. Like me and Supa c for example, We are always lookin to upgrade. WE are fiends for car audio. But i really would go with the that rockford prefab. IT looks hella good, it would have great resale value, and most of all it is easy to use. U will be happy with it. But i am here just for advice. Do what u wish.

 

[supa_c 5,000+ posts]

yep, its never good enough.

Integrated amp means your stuck with added weight if you dont use it

 

[LBX2G 10+ year member]

yeah that is why i say go with that box and get an nice power amp.

 

[dan7532 10+ year member]

No, no, no. The rockfords don't come with an integrated amp. They are just subs in a special-made box. I think the wires all come into one spot to make it simple, but there's no amp. I'll buy a quality amp separate. And when you say the Rockfords I mentioned sound good, do they FEEL good? I want powerfull bass (sorry if my description earlier sounded like otherwise, I was just scared of pissing people off and cops, but I realize no one cars before sunset). Is the Rockford box anything special? It looks like it has fancy ports that you normally wouldn't find in a regualar box.

And why does everybody hate audiobahns?

My friend told me to go to http://www.cardiscountstereos.com to get killer deals. Has anyone used this site before?