Two 12's or four 10's...decisions, decisions...

[lowcel 10+ year member]

I'm wanting to add some bass to my system but I'm having trouble deciding what to go with. I am looking for a good, solid bass. I lean more towards quality than just being loud but I do want to feel it.

I currently have a single RE Audio SEX12 v2 sub. I am debating adding another SEX12 or possibly going with four tens such as Sundown E-10's, Soundqubed HDS210's, or Skar IVX-10v2's. I am open to other brands in the same price range as well.

If I go with two 12's they will get 500 watts RMS. If I go with four 10's they will get 250 watts each. I would prefer to not have to buy another amp if I don't have to. My current box *****, it is a pre-built ported enclosure. I'll be building the boxes when I upgrade.

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[supra1987]

I'm wanting to add some bass to my system but I'm having trouble deciding what to go with. I am looking for a good, solid bass. I lean more towards quality than just being loud but I do want to feel it.
I currently have a single RE Audio SEX12 v2 sub. I am debating adding another SEX12 or possibly going with four tens such as Sundown E-10's, Soundqubed HDS210's, or Skar IVX-10v2's. I am open to other brands in the same price range as well.

If I go with two 12's they will get 500 watts RMS. If I go with four 10's they will get 250 watts each. I would prefer to not have to buy another amp if I don't have to. My current box *****, it is a pre-built ported enclosure. I'll be building the boxes when I upgrade.

twelves would obviously be easier in seeing how you're already half way there and an easier install.but yes,4 tens would be nice too

 

[Umbra]

Whenever I compare multiples of different sized woofers I refer to this chart. I love this thing:



You'd get a lot more cone area with the 10s if you're looking for output, but I'd have to agree with Supra. Buying one woofer is a cheaper than buying four. Generally you'll need a bigger box for four tens; I don't know if you're strapped for space.

 

[lowcel 10+ year member]

Whenever I compare multiples of different sized woofers I refer to this chart. I love this thing:


You'd get a lot more cone area with the 10s if you're looking for output, but I'd have to agree with Supra. Buying one woofer is a cheaper than buying four. Generally you'll need a bigger box for four tens; I don't know if you're strapped for space.

Thank you. They will be going in the back of a 4Runner so space isn't too much of an issue.

 

[Umbra]

Thank you. They will be going in the back of a 4Runner so space isn't too much of an issue.

Have you considered one 18"?

It looks like CarAudioBargains still has some Sundown SA-18s at their Black Friday pricing: * NEW * Sundown Audio SA-18 600W SA Series - Car Audio Bargain. It's even cheaper than the 10 at the moment.

 

[hispls 5,000+ posts]

I'd always take fewer higher quality woofers over loading up on entry level junk. Look into a good single 15 or 18"

 

[lowcel 10+ year member]

Have you considered one 18"?
It looks like CarAudioBargains still has some Sundown SA-18s at their Black Friday pricing: * NEW * Sundown Audio SA-18 600W SA Series - Car Audio Bargain. It's even cheaper than the 10 at the moment.

I really hadn't considered an 18". In my mind the smaller subs are better at the type of bass that I am after. With that said, I've never ran an 18.

 

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I'd always take fewer higher quality woofers over loading up on entry level junk. Look into a good single 15 or 18"

Do you consider the RE SEX12 a decent quality sub or entry level junk?

 

[hispls 5,000+ posts]

I really hadn't considered an 18". In my mind the smaller subs are better at the type of bass that I am after. With that said, I've never ran an 18. 

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Do you consider the RE SEX12 a decent quality sub or entry level junk?

Provided you're using a well designed woofer and have adequate box space the size of the cone doesn't give different type of sound.

I wouldn't touch anything RE short of XXX or MX, and those are pretty high priced. they are certainly not what they used to be. I haven't seen the new MT in person so they might be OK.

Their SE X is OK, but if you could spend the money you'd throw at a pair of those at a single better sub you'd probably be better off.

 

[lowcel 10+ year member]

Provided you're using a well designed woofer and have adequate box space the size of the cone doesn't give different type of sound.
I wouldn't touch anything RE short of XXX or MX, and those are pretty high priced. they are certainly not what they used to be. I haven't seen the new MT in person so they might be OK.

Their SE X is OK, but if you could spend the money you'd throw at a pair of those at a single better sub you'd probably be better off.

Thank you. Problem is I already have one of the SE X's. I'm not stuck on using them though, it is just one option.

 

[hispls 5,000+ posts]

Thank you. Problem is I already have one of the SE X's. I'm not stuck on using them though, it is just one option.

Well from where you're sitting buying a second and building a proper box may be your best option.

 

[Wagonized 10+ year member]

depends on the enclosure and how much room you have.

What kind of vehicle??

All things equal I really think 4 10s on 1k would be louder than 2 12s on 1k. However I think 2 15s on 1k would be close. And cheaper than 4 10s too obviously.

 

[Jeffdachef 5,000+ posts]

I really hadn't considered an 18". In my mind the smaller subs are better at the type of bass that I am after. With that said, I've never ran an 18. 

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Do you consider the RE SEX12 a decent quality sub or entry level junk?

18s can sound every bit as accurate and smooth as 10s, its all enclosure design.

 

[lowcel 10+ year member]

depends on the enclosure and how much room you have.
What kind of vehicle??

All things equal I really think 4 10s on 1k would be louder than 2 12s on 1k. However I think 2 15s on 1k would be close. And cheaper than 4 10s too obviously.

It is a 2012 4Runner.

 

[dev199505]

You never did give us a budget it would be easier to recommend you stuff if we had a budget

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[lowcel 10+ year member]

You never did give us a budget it would be easier to recommend you stuff if we had a budget
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I kind of did, I said I was thinking about those four ten's or something in the same price range. So, $400ish or less for subs. Going with another RE Audio SEX12 would be around $200.