MTX 1501d + _________ subwoofer?

[sue bee 10+ year member]

I need to pair this amp I got here with a good subwoofer. I'm considering modding the amp, so it is important for the subwoofer to accomodate the extra wattage. If it happens to be an inexpensive subwoofer, more better. ;0) Thanks for looking.

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[squeak9798 5,000+ posts]

What is your budget for the subwoofer?

Looking for sound quality, SQL or SPL?

How much room do you have to work with for the enclosure?

Only a single subwoofer setup or is the use of multiple subwoofers okay?

 

[sue bee 10+ year member]

Well it's relatively flexible, I'd say around $150-300

75% SPL, 25% SQ

I expect to have a trunk that can accomodate most single woofer apps. However, I don't want a dumb-huge box. If the subwoofer requires a lot of space to sound right...that would ****.

And thank you squeak for the quick reply!

 

[MikeyB 5,000+ posts]

Maybe an 06 Kicker L7 15? You could get a pretty impressive setup outta that.

 

[squeak9798 5,000+ posts]

Mind buying used? Sounds like maybe a 12" or 15" Resonant Engineering MT would be right up your alley, and you can find them used for in or close to your budget.

 

[psych0ticnemes1 5,000+ posts]

Mind buying used? Sounds like maybe a 12" or 15" Resonant Engineering MT would be right up your alley, and you can find them used for in or close to your budget.

off of only 1500 watts?

 

[HotCarl 10+ year member]

if its modded...it should push a Mt pretty decently

 

[squeak9798 5,000+ posts]

if its modded...it should push a Mt pretty decently

Yes, I was basing it off of the amplifier being modded.

Also maybe look for a TC3HP based subwoofer such as the Eclipse Ti's and LA Storm series.

 

[HotCarl 10+ year member]

Also maybe look for a TC3HP based subwoofer such as the Eclipse Ti's and LA Storm series.

indeed, or...

RE SX would do you fine, or a SI Mag

 

[sue bee 10+ year member]

Is the sound splinter tc too?

Between those 3: eclipse, la storm, and ss rl-p (possibly)

which would you suggest?

I think a MT will be pushing my budget, but possibly. Speaking of pushing, I don't want to pin the gain on the amp either so I can get enough watts into the MT.

Also, what about voice call config? Will all these subs go 1ohm like the modded MTX?

 

[HotCarl 10+ year member]

Is the sound splinter tc too?
Between those 3: eclipse, la storm, and ss rl-p (possibly)

which would you suggest?

I think a MT will be pushing my budget, but possibly. Speaking of pushing, I don't want to pin the gain on the amp either so I can get enough watts into the MT.

Also, what about voice call config? Will all these subs go 1ohm like the modded MTX?

id do the LA storm cuz seems like nobody has them.

 

[SubbinNCali 10+ year member]

id do the LA storm cuz seems like nobody has them.

I have 2 LA Storm 10s and 15s. I also have a 15 Ti. Price and space wise I would do the 10" LA Storms. Price w/o space restrictions, 2 15" LA Storms. Single set-up, 15 Ti (about the same price as 2 15" LA Storms). Loudest out the bunch, 2 15" Storms. They are beast.

 

[sue bee 10+ year member]

thanks for the input so far.

Can anybody comment on the sound splinters? they appeal to me for some reason...they look like they have a lot of excursion. will a modded 1501d be overkilled on 1 12" or 15" rl-p?

I've never heard of these la storms...going to have to look into them.

Eclipse Ti is a lot of money for one sub...maybe if I find a cheap one used.

 

[squeak9798 5,000+ posts]

The soundsplinters are excellent subwoofers, and the owner, Mike, has some of the best customer service in the industry. The Rl-p's are essentially sound quality subwoofers with great output potential.

However, a 1501d at 2ohms, even unmodded, would indeed be too much power for a single Rl-p. If you ran that amplifier at 4ohms it would be more the Rl-p's style. 700-800w the Rl-p's shine. 1kw is still relatively safe if you use your head. More than 1k and you're really pushing the limits of the subwoofer, and they probably won't like it too much.

If you are more SPL oriented and want a single sub setup, I'd look into the Eclipse Ti's or the LA Storms, or something that'll take full advantage of the power that amplifier is capable of delivering. If you are more into sound quality while still having great output, then run that amplifier at reduced power to a Rl-p.

Or, if you want to go with a dual sub setup, a pair of Rl-p's would handle that amplifier.

 

[UndercoverPunk 5,000+ posts]

Does it have to be a single sub? I have a pair of SI D2 12's in great condition... come on... you want em....