Want a new audio setup with more room
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Want a new audio setup with more room
I currently have 2 12 inch subs in my cherokee and it sounds good and all, but i want this giant box out of the way so i actually have room to put stuff in the back if i go camping or whatever. What are some good setups you guys have that give you good sound quality but dont have to sacrafice room for it?
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A company called SubThump makes a stealth style cubby mount box;
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthrea...1051301&page=2
Throw one of these SoundQubed 8" in there with 500w RMS or more from the amp and it should hit pretty hard.
https://www.amazon.com/SoundQubed-HD.../dp/B00TA2WW3M
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthrea...1051301&page=2
Throw one of these SoundQubed 8" in there with 500w RMS or more from the amp and it should hit pretty hard.
https://www.amazon.com/SoundQubed-HD.../dp/B00TA2WW3M
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A company called SubThump makes a stealth style cubby mount box;
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthrea...1051301&page=2
Throw one of these SoundQubed 8" in there with 500w RMS or more from the amp and it should hit pretty hard.
https://www.amazon.com/SoundQubed-HD.../dp/B00TA2WW3M
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthrea...1051301&page=2
Throw one of these SoundQubed 8" in there with 500w RMS or more from the amp and it should hit pretty hard.
https://www.amazon.com/SoundQubed-HD.../dp/B00TA2WW3M
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Here's my setup. I originally ran a RE 8" sub but when I blew it I went with the infinity which had a deeper mounting depth, hence the funky lil spacer. I'm not rattling windows, but sound quality is excellent. Those little infinity subs are surprisingly powerful.
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They have a spacer ring to bring that depth to 5.75", and I plan to run a .25" thick rubber ring for a bit more depth for cooling (and some dampening). I was planning on using a rubber mud flap I have lying in my garage that should work perfectly, but I think Soundqubed would say that their woofer is fine with .25" of rear clearance (maybe ask them). They did say that .25 cu-ft per subwoofer was perfect for the 208 8".
Space makes bass - not subwoofer cone size. A solid 8" setup will outperform a thrown together 10" setup easily.
Alternatively, the Sundown SD2 8" would be the perfect sub but is a bit more expensive. 4.75" mounting depth, likes a .25 cu-ft box, will handle 500w+ RMS.;
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SUNDOWN-AUDI...-/400395122147
Space makes bass - not subwoofer cone size. A solid 8" setup will outperform a thrown together 10" setup easily.
Alternatively, the Sundown SD2 8" would be the perfect sub but is a bit more expensive. 4.75" mounting depth, likes a .25 cu-ft box, will handle 500w+ RMS.;
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SUNDOWN-AUDI...-/400395122147
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Here is my setup. 12 inch sub with 600 watts. It sounds great in my opinion, not winning any awards but it hits pretty good. I can fit full golf club bags and all sorts of stuff in there no problem, and the sub is set up to be quick release so I can pull it out in 30 seconds and have that space back. (Excuse the tools and junk, I live in a dorm so I have to keep it there).
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I plan to use as many security screws as I can for the enclosure mounting, and I am considering sacrificing the box by gluing the subwoofer in place when mounting it so it is a permanent install (or you have to mangle the box to get it out). Probably will use some of these security self-tappers;
http://www.albanycountyfasteners.com...m?1=1&CartID=0
At least slow the thieves down. Most of em are only to smash-and-grab, not spend time trying to remove a permanently installed subwoofer, or disassemble my interior to try and remove the enclosure
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Also, Just FYI
Soundqubed is having a black Friday/cyber Monday sale. The HDS208 4 ohm model sold out on Friday, but they are back in-stock on Amazon.
$88 shipped vs $120 normal retail price. I just bought one because I missed out, and its less than half the price of the Sundown SD2 which was my top choice for a small SPL optimized sealed enclosure. Both subwoofers are designed for .25 cu-ft boxes which the SubThump enclosure roughly matches.
https://www.amazon.com/SoundQubed-HD.../dp/B00TA2WW3M
General rule is to leave half diameter of the pole-vent for clearance behind the subwoofer. .25" should be enough but I will probably use a 1" round paddle drill bit to clearance a 1/4" divot for better airflow since the MDF is probably 3/4" (rough math)
Soundqubed is having a black Friday/cyber Monday sale. The HDS208 4 ohm model sold out on Friday, but they are back in-stock on Amazon.
$88 shipped vs $120 normal retail price. I just bought one because I missed out, and its less than half the price of the Sundown SD2 which was my top choice for a small SPL optimized sealed enclosure. Both subwoofers are designed for .25 cu-ft boxes which the SubThump enclosure roughly matches.
https://www.amazon.com/SoundQubed-HD.../dp/B00TA2WW3M
General rule is to leave half diameter of the pole-vent for clearance behind the subwoofer. .25" should be enough but I will probably use a 1" round paddle drill bit to clearance a 1/4" divot for better airflow since the MDF is probably 3/4" (rough math)
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There is ample room under front seats for a slim powered subwoofer or two.
I settled on a sealed and powered 10" Rockford Fosgate in cargo area. Box is angled to fit seatback. Sealed boxes are smaller than a ported box, sound different as well. Being self-powered it does not require a separate amp or wiring. A single 10" sub is plenty, an 8" would be more fitting.
I settled on a sealed and powered 10" Rockford Fosgate in cargo area. Box is angled to fit seatback. Sealed boxes are smaller than a ported box, sound different as well. Being self-powered it does not require a separate amp or wiring. A single 10" sub is plenty, an 8" would be more fitting.
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For me, that usually ends up meaning that thieves can also quick-release it in about 30 seconds
I plan to use as many security screws as I can for the enclosure mounting, and I am considering sacrificing the box by gluing the subwoofer in place when mounting it so it is a permanent install (or you have to mangle the box to get it out). Probably will use some of these security self-tappers
At least slow the thieves down. Most of em are only to smash-and-grab, not spend time trying to remove a permanently installed subwoofer, or disassemble my interior to try and remove the enclosure
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Thanks for the info guys! Now if i go with the setup that goes in the little cubby in the cargo area will i need to get new wiring for the sub? Or could i just use the wiring from the subs i have and just re route them? I have no knowledge of electrical things of this nature. And i still gotta get my transfer case issue fixed before i do anything
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Thanks for the info guys! Now if i go with the setup that goes in the little cubby in the cargo area will i need to get new wiring for the sub? Or could i just use the wiring from the subs i have and just re route them? I have no knowledge of electrical things of this nature. And i still gotta get my transfer case issue fixed before i do anything
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