JL vs Powerbass

[lionel2 10+ year member]

Which is a better sub: The Powerbass S-12D or JL Audio 12w6v1??

I have never seen the Powerbass S series 12's. But they look like they are better than the JL 12w6v1's, because the powerbass S series has a bigger surround and looks as if it has more excursion. And will push more air and hit harder. I have 3 of the JL 12w6v1s, looking to get rid of them and get new subs. I have no idea what subs to look for, My shop carries JL, RE, Powerbass, RF, bunch of others. Right now, I have a 1700w amp powering my subs, it does 500x1@4 ohms and 850wx1@2ohms. I would like to get the most outta my amp, so i need (3) dual 4's for a 2.67 ohm load. Looking to spend like under $140 per sub. My subs are getting old, I mean they look brand new, but i would like some current stuff. Just let me know what you think i should look at as far as subs. Thanks.

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[teedot231999 10+ year member]

Bro you may want to look into dayton subs. Your amp may put some limits on what you may be able to get. Have you thought about getting a bigger amp? What are those JL subs you have rated rms?

 

[lionel2 10+ year member]

They are 300w rms each and 600w Peak each. I bought them used about umm 3 years ago, they are from 2000. Mint condition too. Just looking for something new that is 300w rms each, New amp means new wires, fuses, and all that. I would like to keep everything I have, just swap for new 300w rms subs.

 

[chris.db 10+ year member]

I have powerbass S12 on mac audio z2200... is good wofer for entry level.....

the good one is old hight series PB ES D12-D2 that win all test in German autohifi...

but I think that JL 12w6 will better....

 

[lionel2 10+ year member]

Yeah, I like my JL Audio W6's, Nothing like having some 8 year old subs that still pound. I have a quick question, I have a 4 channel that is a 40A fuse rated amp, I would like to get a 60A fuse rated amp, a US-AMPS 4300x. What should i do as far as electrical to make the swap?? I am pretty sure i have to swap 2 fuses. The one in the distro block, take out the 40A and put in a 60A fuse, and Under the hood, I have a 100A Maxi Fuse, Do they make a 120A Maxi fuse?? And will 8 gauge power and ground be good enough for the 4300x?? Thanks.

 

[ThatChevyGuy 5,000+ posts]

You might want to put more power to your w6's and port them. Those mofvckas wang!