SubsonicSounds 10+ year member
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First post, so hello to all.
I am thinking about getting a new sealed enclosure for a single 10 inch Alpine Type R. My goals for this enclosure are based on my personal tastes in the total sound experience, which are probably different from many.
I listen to many types of music, but the most important genre to me for the purpose of this project is bass music. I have been listening to bass on a variety of different setups since the days of techmaster p.e.b.
Before describing what i am trying to accomplish, let me start by explaining that I understand I am not using what many would consider the optimal driver for obtaining very low frequencies such as those below 20Hz. I understand the limitations of cone area and the direct relationship between that and movement of air. However, I am still attempting to meet my goal so...
What I am trying to accomplish from this enclosure:
1. Having something unique that suits my personal interests.
2. Using the 10 inch Type R driver in a sealed enclosure.
3. Tuning in the lowest of frequencies as much as possible. I love the lowest note on Bass I Love You, and actually can hear it decently well with my current box, with the left-side back seat in the down position. I do want more if possible.
4. Audio system is commonly used with engine off, windows cracked for best frequency response. I do not necessarily listen to this system very loud, although I am still getting alot of rattling inside the cabin.
Here is what I came up with.
1. Large box to allow the most unrestricted cone excursion, therefore propogating the cleanest possible low frequency sound waves for this sub..
External Dimensions:
H - 13.0 in
W - 15.0 in
L - 24.0 in
Assuming 3/4 inch MDF, that would give me approx 2.8 cubic feet if i calculated right.
Please post a response telling me what you think, and if there is anything I should know about accomplishing this goal of trying to go as low as possible. Am I on the right track or am I somewhere out in left field wandering aimlessly.
Thanks in advance.
I am thinking about getting a new sealed enclosure for a single 10 inch Alpine Type R. My goals for this enclosure are based on my personal tastes in the total sound experience, which are probably different from many.
I listen to many types of music, but the most important genre to me for the purpose of this project is bass music. I have been listening to bass on a variety of different setups since the days of techmaster p.e.b.
Before describing what i am trying to accomplish, let me start by explaining that I understand I am not using what many would consider the optimal driver for obtaining very low frequencies such as those below 20Hz. I understand the limitations of cone area and the direct relationship between that and movement of air. However, I am still attempting to meet my goal so...
What I am trying to accomplish from this enclosure:
1. Having something unique that suits my personal interests.
2. Using the 10 inch Type R driver in a sealed enclosure.
3. Tuning in the lowest of frequencies as much as possible. I love the lowest note on Bass I Love You, and actually can hear it decently well with my current box, with the left-side back seat in the down position. I do want more if possible.
4. Audio system is commonly used with engine off, windows cracked for best frequency response. I do not necessarily listen to this system very loud, although I am still getting alot of rattling inside the cabin.
Here is what I came up with.
1. Large box to allow the most unrestricted cone excursion, therefore propogating the cleanest possible low frequency sound waves for this sub..
External Dimensions:
H - 13.0 in
W - 15.0 in
L - 24.0 in
Assuming 3/4 inch MDF, that would give me approx 2.8 cubic feet if i calculated right.
Please post a response telling me what you think, and if there is anything I should know about accomplishing this goal of trying to go as low as possible. Am I on the right track or am I somewhere out in left field wandering aimlessly.
Thanks in advance.