How much louder is an hdc3 vs. type r

[Jeremiah25 10+ year member]

I would take type-r's over the sdc2.5's, but that's just my opinion.
But going back to the HDC3 vs. the type-r, I wouldn't give a type-r more than 800-900 for daily. At that power level I believe the type-r would have the SPL edge. Past that though is when the HDC3 would really shine.

I don't think you would have that opinion if you ever used the SD2.5c. I do believe it is my favorite sub ATM. Type R's are OK. But in no way an SD2.5. And yes, I have used plenty of type ARRRRRGHSSSSS. I really don't know how you and Potts got those POS subs as loud as you did, with the consistancy you had.

 

[tommyk90 5,000+ posts]

One edge that the AQ has is that it is reconeable and the R isn't.

True that. But for $20 more than a recone, you can buy an entirely new type-r. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/laugh.gif.48439b2acf2cfca21620f01e7f77d1e4.gif

I don't think you would have that opinion if you ever used the SD2.5. I do believe it is my favorite sub ATM. Type R's are OK. But in no way an SD2.5. And yes, I have used plenty of type ARRRRRGHSSSSS. I really don't know how you and Potts got those POS subs as loud as you did, with the consistancy you had.

I've had a little experience with the 2.5's....

Great sub, sure, but nothing to write home about. I would take a type-r over the SD2.5 simply because I know what it is capable of and I can get them for $40 less than a SD2.5. Will they work for everybody, no. But I think I know what I'm doing when it comes to type-r's. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/wink.gif.608e3ea05f1a9f98611af0861652f8fb.gif

You may not have had any luck with them, but I wouldn't blame it on the sub. Perhaps your setup just isn't geared towards type-r's? Low tuning and the right size enclosure really helps the type-rs shine. Try to get them to play above 50 hz and you'll run into serious problems.

Nobody can argue that the type-r isn't a great sub for the money, and capable of very good SPL numbers when put into the right setup. Just for comparison sake, my DD 9510F is only ~.2-.3 louder than my type-r in the same setup. The only noticeable difference is that the DD takes the power way better for long periods of time (streetbeat/bassrace/driveby).

I don't want to get into a pissing match about this though.

 

[7ender 10+ year member]

Thanks guys. I think i'm goin to go with a type R for now. Possibly the sd2.5, but I need to do a little more research.

Tommyk, for one 12" type R, what size/tuned box would you recommend? I was thinking 2.2ft^3 @32 hz. Would this be good for a daily setup?

 

[tommyk90 5,000+ posts]

Thanks guys. I think i'm goin to go with a type R for now. Possibly the sd2.5, but I need to do a little more research.

Tommyk, for one 12" type R, what size/tuned box would you recommend? I was thinking 2.2ft^3 @32 hz. Would this be good for a daily setup?

2-2.2 cubes would work well.

 

[Skip01 5,000+ posts]

Try to get them to play above 50 hz and you'll run into serious problems.

Mannnn i used to think the EXACT same thing, like even when i had mine in my Civic and 2 15s in my Explorer they would never really like to play the upper stuff, but who can complain when the lows are OMG

But look as PStrumer............he has 4 12s in his Explorer and does 55s legal at around 53hz i believe, just bananas

For the money, ya just cant beat that with a stick

 

[7ender 10+ year member]

New idea:

I have no idea if this will work...not sure how to wire it but I thought I would ask. What if I got the cadence txa6004 which does:

4 Ohm RMS Power: 4 x 150 Watts @ 13.8 Volts

2 Ohm RMS Power: 4 x 300 Watts @ 13.8 Volts

4 Ohm Bridged RMS Power: 2 x 600 Watts

Does this mean I could bridge channels 3/4 to get 600 watts to my type R at 4 ohms, then use channels 1 and 2 for my front stage, 150 watts @ 4 ohms?

I'm pretty confused on how this would work, so anybody that can explain it to me, thank you!

 

[Anonymous 10+ year member]

Type R's are nice subs that can take moderate power and get very loud but as stated before they are a sub you will want to upgrade from as I did and I upgraded to a AQ and could not be happier they get a good bit louder can handle more power, sound better and last you a lifetime if you know what you are doing.

 

[Anonymous 10+ year member]

If on a budget get a pair of SDC 2.5's and an AQ 1200 and you will be amazed.