McIntosh, SSD10's & a/d/s/ 336ix Q's

[garrettpf 10+ year member]

I purchased 1 SSD10 from a member here and ordered another. They are dual1 subs (.75ohm per coil, dual voice coil). I have a/d/s/ 336ix in front. I have 1-a/d/s/ PQ20 amp which runs 200x2, 1-McIntosh MCC302 amp which can do 200X2 or 600x1, both amps at 4ohm only. I also have an Alphasonik PMA800DA which can do 1 ohm @ 1600w.

So, I was initially thinking of running the SSD10's from the Mc amp at 3 ohms (all coils in series) which I am sure Mc can do but would call them first to assure. But the more I think about it, I would almost rather run the 336ix's from the Mc for the cleanest sound and then run the Alphasonic at 1.5ohm load (series-parallel at about 1500w rms) until I get a better sub amp. The PQ20 would then power my rear fill and rear mid bass 8" (at 80x4).

Oh, since I am new to this sub, anyone have ideas on box size? I like my bass tight and low and these replace a/d/s/ S10 subs and are going in a VW Jetta. I also like to be able to get at my spare and would probably try the .6 size first and not go ported.

anyone?

thanks

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[msrpIZtooMUCH 10+ year member]

All that and all you want to know is box size??

Since you want a tight sounding sub keep the box small and make sure the box is sealed. Keep it under 1 cubic foot...better yet check with the manufacturer.

 

[garrettpf 10+ year member]

manu says .6-1.0cu ft

I ask the question here in hopes that other Jetta owners, or people with cars that have extremely well sealed trunks, will chime in and share their experience with box size compared to manu specs. It does seem that this brand off sub is or has been owned by a good number of members on these forums. I live 30 miles away from any place that I can get MDF so getting it right the first time would be a benefit //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

Plus explaining the wattage and ohm as well as looking for tight bass, will also determine the box size.