Wiring, Stereo & Electronics Audio Components | Radars | Alarms - and things that spark when they shouldn't

subs that make the most BASS

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 7, 2002 | 09:19 PM
  #41  
Snootch's Avatar
TECH Resident
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 863
Likes: 0
From: Showing Italians the power of LS1
Default Re: subs that make the most BASS

This was a cool post until it turned into a "I have a larger shlong than you" war. hey everyone, If any of you knew a damn thing about generating low frequency sound waves in vehicles, than you would know that THERE IS NO "BEST" WOOFER!! As far as the highest rated RMS power handling, and largest Xmax, this changes every year, or better yet, every quarter. I have heard a guy's system at the Installer Institute in Daytona Beach using 300 watts, 4 - 5-1/4" midbasses in a proper enclosure that would knock your socks off. The key to loud, low bass is, Sufficient clean power, and proper enclosure design based on subwoofer and vehicle types. Just ask Richard Clark or David Navone. So, as far as the average guy goes who wants to put some loud bass in his ride, these are the important things.

1- Buy alot of amplifier power.

2- Know how to build a good enclosure for your woofer/vehicle, or hire a pro to build it for you.

3- Use a decent speaker, and realize that the gain control on an amplifier is an "Input sensitivity control" and NOT A VOLUME CONTROL!!!
Ok, I feel better now.

<small>[ December 07, 2002, 09:20 PM: Message edited by: Snootch ]</small>
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2002 | 01:59 AM
  #42  
Shady93z's Avatar
Teching In
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
From: NW Indiana
Default Re: subs that make the most BASS

I agree with Josh. The stroker probably wouldn't be the best choice beings that it was only designed to play higher frequncies for short periods of time as in an SPL competition. It is very inefficient and needs a huge ported box. I have heard them play low frequncies but that was only with 4 Dei 1100's running each one.
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2002 | 02:10 AM
  #43  
Shady93z's Avatar
Teching In
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
From: NW Indiana
Default Re: subs that make the most BASS

Hey stavman, I think the only smart thing you've said so far is that DEI amps rock. As for everything else, car audio has come a long way since the stroker. That hunk of crap was designed for SPL competitions only and that was like 10 years ago. Just incase you didn't know, there are subs out now that can actually play loud without plugging them into the wall!!!!
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2002 | 02:17 AM
  #44  
stavman's Avatar
Teching In
20 Year Member
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 49
Likes: 0
From: Louisville, KY
Default Re: subs that make the most BASS

</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by Shady93z:
<strong>Hey stavman, I think the only smart thing you've said so far is that DEI amps rock. As for everything else, car audio has come a long way since the stroker. That hunk of crap was designed for SPL competitions only and that was like 10 years ago. Just incase you didn't know, there are subs out now that can actually play loud without plugging them into the wall!!!!</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">I think your bitching at the wrong guy.....
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2002 | 02:18 AM
  #45  
Shady93z's Avatar
Teching In
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
From: NW Indiana
Default Re: subs that make the most BASS

Sorry stavman, that comment was for 2fast4u. I apologize.
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2002 | 02:28 AM
  #46  
Shady93z's Avatar
Teching In
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
From: NW Indiana
Default Re: subs that make the most BASS

Hey Loyd, while I was at this years dB Drag Finals Jamie Delapez's van maintain 170 dB for five straight minutes during the deathmatch. Very impressive. Another impressive sight was the van from Germany that also hit over 177 dB and held 170 dB for 5 minutes.
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:55 AM.

story-0
Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

Slideshow: We take a close look at the ONE and Artidiag 800BT2 diagnostic tools from Topdon and the reasons to buy one over the other.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 11:05:11


VIEW MORE
story-1
Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

Slideshow: The controversial Ferrari F6 swaps its original flat-12 for a Corvette Z06-derived LT4 V8 and sends power to four rear wheels through a custom-built drivetrain.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 18:23:54


VIEW MORE
story-2
7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

Slideshow:These GM engines didn't just make huge power, they survived abuse, boost, track days, and six-digit mileage with a reputation for refusing to quit.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-21 16:45:27


VIEW MORE
story-3
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-4
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-5
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-8
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE
story-9
Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

Slideshow: A one-off sports car that looks like a vintage Italian exotic-but hides a C6 Corvette underneath-just sold for the price of a new mid-engine Corvette.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-23 18:53:41


VIEW MORE