myths about sub sizes

[seedubs1 10+ year member]

Good to see the same threads being started that I was reading when I started 10+ years ago.

Seriously, isn't there a sticky or a search function? I swear they haven't got rid of those hahaha

 

[Dave88LX 10+ year member]

Well at least in my defense, I found this thread via search, read it, and asked my question at the end. ;o)

 

[Why So Cereal? 5,000+ posts]

What a mess! I'm in the 10 vs 12 stage right now. All myths point to 10s being "cleaner and harder hitting", but I know there is so much more to it than that. I'd rather have 12's (I think), I just need to convince myself, or be convinced, that it's the way to go.

Go with what fits...space and budget....

 

[Dave88LX 10+ year member]

I've noticed that 12's are not very much more than 10's. (Example, SSA GCON 10" = $189, 12" = 199). Space is not an issue, going behind the rear seats of a 2007 Dodge Ram Megacab...so neither are really limitations on me.

 

[seedubs1 10+ year member]

Just get the 12's and put them in a proper box. /thread

No need for 10's if you can properly fit 12's.

 

[FlexnInLa 10+ year member]

I've noticed that 12's are not very much more than 10's. (Example, SSA GCON 10" = $189, 12" = 199). Space is not an issue, going behind the rear seats of a 2007 Dodge Ram Megacab...so neither are really limitations on me.

Get the 12's. More cone area. /thread //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[Dave88LX 10+ year member]

That was easy...thanks guys. Now to find someone to build my box.

 

[jockhater2 10+ year member]

That was easy...thanks guys. Now to find someone to build my box.

dbeez, or rabbit

 

[seedubs1 10+ year member]

Build it yourself. Good skills to have if you're going to be in the car audio game. Honestly, I look down on people that don't design and build their own systems that say they're into car audio.

All you need is a circular saw, a drill, and some patience.

You're not really in the hobby if all you do is buy crap and slap it in your car.

 

[JoeK 10+ year member]

Build it yourself. Good skills to have if you're going to be in the car audio game. Honestly, I look down on people that don't design and build their own systems that say they're into car audio.
All you need is a circular saw, a drill, and some patience.

You're not really in the hobby if all you do is buy crap and slap it in your car.

I disagree. First 2 times i built a box it blew to pieces. Id rather to pay for top quality. This hobby is all about $$, so why does purchasing a box make it less of a hobby?

 

[seedubs1 10+ year member]

I disagree. First 2 times i built a box it blew to pieces. Id rather to pay for top quality. This hobby is all about $$, so why does purchasing a box make it less of a hobby?

This hobby is not all about money. It's about making the best system for your needs with what you have.

And because you can't build your own system, it means you don't know **** about car audio. All you do is pay others to do it for you instead of learning.

I don't know a single older member on these boards that knows their **** who couldn't build and design their own system. You are not a car audio guy. You are someone who pays car audio guys to build your system for you.

 

[Chriszle 10+ year member]

This hobby is not all about money. It's about making the best system for your needs with what you have.
And because you can't build your own system, it means you don't know **** about car audio. All you do is pay others to do it for you instead of learning.

Some people do not have the time,space, or tools needed to build their own boxes. I do not look down on those who would rather pay to get a box designed/built. At least they aren't throwing their subs in a prefab.

 

[seedubs1 10+ year member]

Some people do not have the time,space, or tools needed to build their own boxes. I do not look down on those who would rather pay to get a box designed/built. At least they aren't throwing their subs in a prefab.

The cost of the tools is more than covered by the cost of having someone professionally build you a box. A craftsman circular saw/drill combo can be had for $75. And I've built in apartments. So those are null and void excuses.

Not having the time....

If you don't have the time for your hobby, then it's not your hobby or way of life.

People that don't build/design their own systems are not car audio guys. They are people who buy it and throw it in their car.

It's like me saying I'm a construction worker (I am not) because I bought a house.

 

[JoeK 10+ year member]

The cost of the tools is more than covered by the cost of having someone professionally build you a box. A craftsman circular saw/drill combo can be had for $75. And I've built in apartments. So those are null and void excuses.
Not having the time....

If you don't have the time for your hobby, then it's not your hobby or way of life.

People that don't build/design their own systems are not car audio guys. They are people who buy it and throw it in their car.

It's like me saying I'm a construction worker (I am not) because I bought a house.

Poor anology. "Being a homeowner" would be the same if you built your house or paid somebody. Doesnt make you less of a homeowner for buying your house rather than building it.

 

[4OZGLOVES 10+ year member]

I disagree. First 2 times i built a box it blew to pieces. Id rather to pay for top quality. This hobby is all about $$, so why does purchasing a box make it less of a hobby?

That just means your a shitty builder who didn't do reasearch on how to build a proper enclosure. It's pretty simple buddy , titebond , screws and a couple hours.