ID vs Kicker vs Alpine vs Boston Acoustics

[ARK_SWAMP_RIDER 10+ year member]

I am looking at moving down from 2 10's to a single more efficient 10. Not sure on box, but I am going after SQ so it will probably be sealed. Right now I am planning on using my Rockford Fosgate 360a2 amp (2 channel, 400 watts rms @ 4 ohms bridged), but I may upgrade to an Alpine amp either a 400 or 500 watt if it would help. I am looking at the ID10v3, Kicker CVR, Alpine Type R, and Boston Acoustics G2. Which of these would be the best for SQ? I am not worried about loudness, which is why I am not keeping my dual 10's. Most of my music is rock/alternative/county/old school rap. Which sub would you suggest, and also would the amp upgrade be recommended? Thanks for all of your help thus far.

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[LaserRed38 10+ year member]

Boston or ID. Forget the other two. Maybe even 10W6..

 

[UCF52 10+ year member]

Boston or ID. Forget the other two. Maybe even 10W6..

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[Trey803 5,000+ posts]

look into the idq's

 

[ARK_SWAMP_RIDER 10+ year member]

I love the IDQ but it is out of my price range, I have $200 for sub and box. Thanks for the suggestions, any more?

 

[skateboardkid 10+ year member]

Mach 5 audio have pretty good SQ. and its 350 rms and only comes in dual 4.

The ID is a SQ sub and has proven to be so for many years. the latest version just gets better.

A used DIYMA 12" shoudl only run $100

Shop the classifieds around here hourly and snatch up some deal unheard of.

 

[BEAVER.989 10+ year member]

I know I've mentioned it to you before, but have a look at the Dayton HO 10. They are great subs... and on sale at Parts Express for $115, right now.

 

[James Bang 5,000+ posts]

Mach 5 audio have pretty good SQ. and its 350 rms and only comes in dual 4.The ID is a SQ sub and has proven to be so for many years. the latest version just gets better.

A used DIYMA 12" shoudl only run $100

Shop the classifieds around here hourly and snatch up some deal unheard of.

do you mean the company as a whole has good sq? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/confused.gif.e820e0216602db4765798ac39d28caa9.gif

 

[memphisman 10+ year member]

mtx thunder 5500 would be a very goo sub ive owned 2 of them n i love em they r 300rms 600max 60oz. magnet

 

[ARK_SWAMP_RIDER 10+ year member]

I am gonna throw the Elemental Designs sub in this as well. Please make some suggestions, thank you.

 

[kmanian 5,000+ posts]

mtx thunder 5500 would be a very goo sub ive owned 2 of them n i love em they r 300rms 600max 60oz. magnet

not trying to bust your bubble but not in the same catagory as the other subs mentioned.//content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/crap.gif.7f4dd41e3e9b23fbd170a1ee6f65cecc.gif

 

[kmanian 5,000+ posts]

I am gonna throw the Elemental Designs sub in this as well. Please make some suggestions, thank you.

I've use the ED's there alright but personally I would run with the ID, and you may find a Q for a decent price used, just look for good seller

 

[bamaboy 5,000+ posts]

dont know if its out of your price range but a Boston G5 and the GTR radiator sounds really nice, dosent need a big box, and still get pretty loud, surprised me

 

[ARK_SWAMP_RIDER 10+ year member]

I was actually leaning towards the type r, but yet no mention of it. I have been told it is awesome. How would it compare to the regular ID in a sealed enclosure? Thanks.

 

[bigbangtheory 5,000+ posts]

I was actually leaning towards the type r, but yet no mention of it. I have been told it is awesome. How would it compare to the regular ID in a sealed enclosure? Thanks.

Can't compare them really. Unless you are talking about the IDMax. Even then, the ID would shit all over the type R. If you are on a budget, then the R's will suffice, they get loud and sound decent. Probably want a nice ported box so they shine.

I personally would go Q ID, but you already mentioned you couldn't afford it. What about a Kicker CVX? I have 1 12 and love it to death and have owned ID, Typr ARRRRRRRGHS and other mainstream, internet based brands and put this up there as one of my favs.