starting my 1st sound system build- need assistance plz

[Isaac 10+ year member]

I've got two SA12's for 300$, they get very loud and low especially in the right box. They sell for around 200$ each new. Rated at 600 watts each.

D2s?

 

[quackhead 10+ year member]

D2s?

lol...of the two you posted, the Quart.

 

[cobaltitaliano 10+ year member]

is that a good amp? I cant seem to find any reviews on here for it.

And what dual subs would you reccomend pairing with that?

 

[cobaltitaliano 10+ year member]

also found this one:

1500W RMS Class D Monoblock HFi Series Amplifier (HFi 1500D)

onyx still better?

 

[armykyle1 10+ year member]

hifi is over rated and does not do power....

aq1200 would be my pic personally. SA12s are great subs, even used

gcons or dcons would be great as well

 

[quackhead 10+ year member]

..a sub that works and takes good power daily:

Obsidian Car Audio

2 12's d4 at 1500 watts or 1 15" D4 on the Quart at 1000watts would be perfect. They look pretty good from behind too....l am just showing you what is out there, look around and do some homework.

 

[quackhead 10+ year member]

and like armyKyle1 said, the AQ 1200 would be a great choice I ran a AQ 2200 for several yrs without issues.

AQ1200D Amplifier

probably on par with the Quart power wise, but better build quality, IMO

 

[TheUnderFighter 10+ year member]

also found this one:
1500W RMS Class D Monoblock HFi Series Amplifier (HFi 1500D)

onyx still better?

the link didn't work there. Those are all mediocre amps at best. They get the job done, But I'd rather spend the same amount on a piece of used equipment and get something top notch.

For the box you're looking for, you'll need to raise your budget. It'll cost at least $200. We've got several designers and builders on here that can help you accomplish exactly what you need.

For a sub, I'd personally recommend a 12" Gcon with D2 coils: GCON-12 Sound Solutions Audio 12" 750W GCON Series Subwoofer - SSA STORE

And for an amplifier, kinda a tough one. The ones you listed are nowhere near Rockford quality... Here's actually a really good deal on an amp for you, and it's still brand new: http://www.caraudio.com/forums/amplifier-classifieds/549814-clearance-deals-solid-audio-mono-amp-new-600x1.html

It won't push your sub to the max, but I think it's your best option on your budget.

Again, the Audiopoop and MB Quart are fine, but they are of the lowest acceptable quality. They will get the job done however. And should last for a couple years at least.

If you could really afford it, I'd be all over the AQ1200, top notch amp. Underrated power: AQ1200D Amplifier

Also, I guess another subwoofer option would be the Alpine Type R, D2 of course: Alpine SWR-12D2 (swr12d2) 12" Dual 2-Ohm Type-R Series Car Subwoofer

..a sub that works and takes good power daily:
Obsidian Car Audio

One or 2 of these would actually be my primary choice, I didn't link them because I thought they were out of stock.

 

[cobaltitaliano 10+ year member]

Kicker DCVR122 (07DCVR122)

2 ohm Final Impedance: Dual 12" CompVR Loaded Vented Subwoofer Enclosure/Box

from sonicelectronix. How would that go with that onyx amp?

 

[TheUnderFighter 10+ year member]

Kicker DCVR122 (07DCVR122)2 ohm Final Impedance: Dual 12" CompVR Loaded Vented Subwoofer Enclosure/Box

from sonicelectronix. How would that go with that onyx amp?

Nope. Crumby subs, one of the worst boxes. You need a custom box built for whatever you get, unless you want to run sealed.

The Obsidian Audios or the Type Rs are your best bet if you want anything decent and to stay under $150 each. If you don't mind giving up a good portion of your trunk, I suggest a single 15" of either one. If you want to only give up about half your trunk or less, I'd say two 10" Type Rs.

 

[quackhead 10+ year member]

I knew it was coming...I knew it..lol

 

[cobaltitaliano 10+ year member]

just wondering why i would need a custom box? I thought ported boxes were better than sealed..?

 

[cobaltitaliano 10+ year member]

also found these:

Rockford Fosgate P2-2X12 (11P2-2X12)

1200W Max Punch P2 Dual 12" P2D4-12 Subwoofer Loaded Enclosure

 

[winkychevelle 10+ year member]

i would do two ssa dcon 12 d4 and an ia 5.1 the amp is rated for 450 at 1 ohm but has been clamped in the 6-700w range and its small throw in a custom box tuned around 32hz and you will be happy as well as decently loud

this adds up to right over 500 minus the box but i have installed this a few times in various cars and its made me happy customers every time

 

[winkychevelle 10+ year member]

also found these:
Rockford Fosgate P2-2X12 (11P2-2X12)

1200W Max Punch P2 Dual 12" P2D4-12 Subwoofer Loaded Enclosure

not in the loaded ported box. that box is tumed to like 38hz and is built with rather poor quality. the only pre-fabricated box i would buy is a sealed one