Help Deciding Skar vs Dayton Audio

[s.abushaikha]

It's about time for me to upgrade my setup, I have 2 Skar SDR 10"s from their loaded bass package powered by their 1200watt amp. They hit like crazy but I wanted even deeper lows with a more quality cleaner sound. While trying to remain on a budget I was looking at Rockford Fosgate but everything would be pricer than expected. I'm looking at the dual 12" Skar SVR loaded enclosure and like how they player lower, more accurate, and sound cleaner. However I also researched about the Dayton Audio MX12-22's and love how much higher quality they appear, they don't scream SKAR. I heard very good things about these but there's not much media online covering them. Wondering if anyone has experience with either of these subs that can vouch for one or the other, or guide me into other related budget subs that would satisfy my wants.

I really am focused on the overall quality of the bass, quality>spl, while still wanting to be able to show off and play low and loud.

Daytons:

Dayton Audio MX12-22 12" Max-X High Excursion DVC Subwoofer 2 Ohms Per Coil

Dayton Audio MX12-22 12" Max-X High Excursion DVC Subwoofer 2 Ohms Per CoilDayton Audio MX12-22 12" Max-X High Excursion DVC Subwoofer 2 Ohms Per CoilDesigned to Punch Above It's Weight ClassKey Specs:Nominal Diameter: 12"Power Handling (RMS): 600WPower Handling (MAX): 1200WImpedance: Dual Voice...

www.parts-express.com

Skars: (I really like how the port is on the side of the box, reducing the length of the box allowing it to fit in my trunk better and further back than my current box)

SVR-2X12D4 | Dual 12" Loaded Vented Subwoofer Enclosure | Skar Audio

One of the most popular dual 12-inch loaded subwoofer enclosures on the entire market, our SVR-2X12D4 redefined what competition grade bass was in a daily driver. Featuring elements like a double front baffle and kerfed port, this enclosure exemplifies quality and craftsmanship. Rated at 3,200...

www.skaraudio.com

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[spokey9 5,000+ posts]

Daytons are far better subs, carry a 5 year warranty...and the only thing "budget" about them is the price

I ran a Dayton ho 10" as a front in a box barely big enough for it to fit in and it still played lower than I wanted or needed it to

 

[s.abushaikha]

Daytons are far better subs, carry a 5 year warranty...and the only thing "budget" about them is the price

I ran a Dayton ho 10" as a front in a box barely big enough for it to fit in and it still played lower than I wanted or needed it to

Plus I love how they have the clean smooth face to the driver like a JL

 

[spokey9 5,000+ posts]

Plus I love how they have the clean smooth face to the driver like a JL

I like the quality customer service from parts-express on top of the performance of dayton

Right now I've got the ho 10", a pair of Dayton shallow 10's, and a pair of 7" epiques

 

[s.abushaikha]

I like the quality customer service from parts-express on top of the performance of dayton

Right now I've got the ho 10", a pair of Dayton shallow 10's, and a pair of 7" epiques

SQ wise how do you think they sound?

 

[s.abushaikha]

After reading more and comparing specs I think the Daytons are the clear choice... Trying to keep the cost low, if I'm running 2 of these, what amp should I pair them with? Is there a place I can get a good box that will actually fit how I want... Or should I ask my local shop.

 

[deez283 10+ year member]

You are gonna want a custom box built to the subs specs to get all you can out of them, If rolling with a pre fab box you might not be happy with the results.

 

[s.abushaikha]

You are gonna want a custom box built to the subs specs to get all you can out of them, If rolling with a pre fab box you might not be happy with the results.

I might have to get my local audio shop to help me design one

 

[fa5chups]

I might have to get my local audio shop to help me design one

subxsounds offers designs for like $80