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<blockquote data-quote="quackhead" data-source="post: 7920453" data-attributes="member: 573547"><p>before spending that much cash on just another replacement sub to compare to the JBL GTi (which, IMO is a superior sub to the ones you mentioned), you should seriously reconsider getting the best sql possible out of it. Look at the system design, is there any way to modify the rear deck or seating area to allow more air movement to influence the cabin area? Would it be possible to increase the box size to 1.5 cubes and run a ported box using Aero port with a tuning around 34-36hz? If not, look to a 10" sub that can utilize the space you have with a ported box. SQ wise, IMO, a ported enclosure will produce better sound quality than a sealed box while being more efficient. Just by porting alone, you will gain almost twice the SPL output with the sub you have. Just swapping it for one of those others in the same sealed box seems like a major waste of time and $$ for what miniscule changes you may or may not even realize....not to mention just dropping another sub in there under the exact same conditions may produce ill desired effects (less output).</p><p></p><p>PS, If you are seriously looking at SSA subs, look to the GCON instead of the ICON on that power for a sealed application.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="quackhead, post: 7920453, member: 573547"] before spending that much cash on just another replacement sub to compare to the JBL GTi (which, IMO is a superior sub to the ones you mentioned), you should seriously reconsider getting the best sql possible out of it. Look at the system design, is there any way to modify the rear deck or seating area to allow more air movement to influence the cabin area? Would it be possible to increase the box size to 1.5 cubes and run a ported box using Aero port with a tuning around 34-36hz? If not, look to a 10" sub that can utilize the space you have with a ported box. SQ wise, IMO, a ported enclosure will produce better sound quality than a sealed box while being more efficient. Just by porting alone, you will gain almost twice the SPL output with the sub you have. Just swapping it for one of those others in the same sealed box seems like a major waste of time and $$ for what miniscule changes you may or may not even realize....not to mention just dropping another sub in there under the exact same conditions may produce ill desired effects (less output). PS, If you are seriously looking at SSA subs, look to the GCON instead of the ICON on that power for a sealed application. [/QUOTE]
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