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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 12:23 AM
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Default Dillema...what Subs To Go With???

I need some help deciding on which subs to get for my subthump wall enclosure box (ported)...i know im going with 2 10's jl10w3v3's....the only thing that i dont know is............

the difference with 10w3v3-2 ohms, 10w3v3-4 ohms, 10w3v3-8 ohms

whats the best way to go? each sub has a 300 watt rms (continuous)

help!!!
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 12:48 AM
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what amp were you considering? you'll want the first or second option mentioned..
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 12:51 AM
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im looking at getting the jl 500/1 amp..but thats not set in stone..what do you recammend
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 12:24 PM
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If you have the money for that amp (whether it's new or slightly used) and that's the power you are looking for -- I would set that option in stone without question.
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Right. The whole reason for different ohm ratings on subs is to match it with an application and amplifier. You've already spec'd the application (2 subs in a ported box) now you just have to choose the amp and see how to extract the max power from it rms wise. Some amps can handle 1 ohm. Some can handle 2 ohm Some 4 ohm. With the choices above, you can choose the subs to get the ohm's you need.

So, we really need to know what amp you are going to use to let you know what subs to get.
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 11:55 PM
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I Plan On Getting The Jl 500/1 Amp..which Sub Ohms Are Best Suited For That Amp? Thanks
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Originally Posted by HIZPANICGUY21
I Plan On Getting The Jl 500/1 Amp..which Sub Ohms Are Best Suited For That Amp? Thanks
With that amp, sub selection is less of an issue since it uses a technology called Regulated Intelligent Power Supply. It can match the impedence of the load unlike MOST amps out there. It's very very flexible. Can handle anywhere from 1.5 - 4 ohms.

With that being said, you'll do well with having either the 10w3v3-4 ohms or 10w3v3-8 ohms. Wired in parallel the 2 4ohm subs would yield 2 ohms. The 2 8ohm subs would yield 4 ohms. I would choose the 2 4 ohm subs though. It would be easier to sell the subs independently when you do.
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Thanks A Lot..thats What I Was Looking For..i Can Get A Killer Deal On Jl 10w3v3-4 Ohm...thanks
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maybe this will help. This is for 2 dvc subs only. I can get you others if needed.


Dual subs
Dual Voice Coil
2 ohms = .5 ohm load
2 ohms = 2 ohm load
2 ohms = 8 ohm load

3 ohms = .75 ohm load
3 ohms = 3 ohm load

4 ohms = 1 ohm load
4 ohms = 4 ohm load

6 ohms = 1.5 ohm load
6 ohms = 6 ohm load

8 ohms = 2 ohm load
8 ohms = 8 ohm load

I can get you wiring diagrams for any of those also.
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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 12:43 AM
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Does $200 For A Slightly Used Jl 500/1 Amp Sound About Right? A Co Worker/ FRIEND Of Mine Just Sold His Show Silverado And Kept His Sound System..so Does That Sound About Right?
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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 02:00 AM
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hey man im working on getting my system too, im going with 2 10 in l7 kickers and a Hifonics BXi 1206D 2400W Mono Amplifier, the amp is only $235 at caraudiocraze.com
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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 11:22 AM
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It sounds about right. Those amps go for $420 at woofersetc. JL amps are good amps just overpriced when new imo.
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That's a a very fair price for the amp.
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