i have got 2 10" subwoofers in my car installed in a box and they sound rubbish what amplifier should i buy? i need one thats cheap and can run 2 subs
You have to look at the Rms of each sub and combine them and thats roughly the size of the apliphier youll need. You will also want to find ouut the ohm rating of the subs and how you will be hooking them up to match it with an amp that is stable at that ohm. You should have a mono block amp to.
I have two 10" reactor subwoofers they are 500watts each, im new to this so i really dont kno that much about it, im wondering whats the best amp, farad cap, and gauge to use to install them???
Im guessing thats probably 500w max so you probably need about 500w rms for both subs. Its probably 4ohm subs so you will need a mono amp that pushes about 500w@2ohms. 8gauge wire should be good and you dont need a capacitor
This store where i live has 2 10" Memphis Subs, a 700 watt amp, (not for sure what the specs are on it) and installation which may include the 60 dollar wiring kit. Is this a good price, if not here is a link to the other subs I might buy .
http://cgi.ebay.com/2-JL-AUDIO-SUBWOOFER-10-10W1-4-W-A2150-ENCLOSURE-WIRE_W0QQitemZ220333781788QQcmdZViewItemQQptZCar_Subwoofers_Enclosures?hash=item220333781788&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A0|293%3A2|294%3A50
i have two 10' subwoofers that are hooked up to a 1000 watt amp. if i buy a capacitator how exactly does it work and how do i install it and what do i need to install it
The purpose of a capacitor is to temporarily supply voltage to the electrical system when the alternator has a voltage drop. this tends to happen often when bass is amplified and sent to a subwoofer. The cap charges up to the same voltage as the alternator which will be 13-14 something volts depending on your alternator. Then when the kick drum hits and the voltage thatthe alternator supplies drops becuse it can't handle that much of a load the capacitor takes over temporarily relieveing the electrical system, then recharging back up to the same voltage as the alternator.
thats how its supposed to work anyways. to install it all you need to do is run wire from it to the amp and battery. and fusing those connections are recommended
and subwoofers dont have capacitors that "bleed off" higher tones. the subwoofer is just a speaker that does what it is told to do. if a musical signal of 1000hz is sent to a subwoofer it will try to play it, and probably damage itself in the process. Low pass filters do this "bleeding off" that you are referring to. Low pass filters cut off all frequencies above a set frequency so that a subwoofer wont try to play it and get damaged. and those are usually on amplifiers, not subwoofers
Can it be done, i know it will sound crappy because they will only get about 22watts i don't even think they will work because they are 500watts 250rms, can i just hook the subs up to the rear deck speakers to see if they will work or will it mess something up?
ok i have a 400watt amp but my amp installation kit has not got here from ebay its been 8days im tired of waiting, but will a 10gauge amp kit work for a 400watt amp?
Yea, you can do that. And your right, it will sound like crap. Let me see....400/14.5=approx 27.58. 10gage wire good for 35amps. Yea, your OK.
Can you control the volume of your exhaust with a knob?
I want to install a sealed pure SQ 10" sub in my car. After chatting to a few people the JL W7 subs seem to be coming up a lot, however what other pure SQ options are there? I'm not really too worried about budget and it has to be available in the UK. I want to weigh up all my options before investing in one!
Thanks.
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Its a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee w/ factory installed infinity system. From what I understand since its an infinity system I have to buy another amplifier. What is the best option for me to get subwoofers. 10 or 12 inch.
there is no right or wrong answer here, if there was there would only be one size. you can get 10's or 12's they can both hit really hard, and really deep. and both can sound excellent. it is more a question of compatability. what i mean is first determine what subs sound good to you, then the power you want, then match the size and power ratings of the sub to the power you choose. i like to think of it this way, first decide the sq, then decide the volume. the 12's will be louder per watt than 10's, but will take up more room. thats really the only true difference. and in some cases the 12's will hit lower, but honestly in todays market, most good subs of any size hit frequencies as low as what we can hear. so any good sub is adequate.
does that vehical store the spare tire under the floor in the back? i think it does if that is the case, if it were me i would personally look into getting the largest sub 12"? that will fit in there, and i would pull the spare out, when your done it is a super clean install... you can have a custom shop do this for you. alo i believe that MTX thunderforms, and JL audio Stealth boxes have subs that fit nicely in the back were the littl storage area is with the net in the back on the side... anyway those are 10" solution i belive. Jason d mentions 2 10's or a 12 as a minimum, i total disagree. there are some very powerfull 10's even 8's out there that could do the job with just one. especially if you are not powering the mids and highs.
i already have tweeters in the front and back of the car. i want to know what kind of amp would have my car sounding like i have 2 15"s in the back instead of 10"s. any help would be appriciated.
600 watt mtx or a 1000 hifonics those two amp are the actuall wattage not like pioneer or any other of that stuff that say 2o00 watts and is reallly 400 mtx and hifonics give u the reall out put not the peak
i am wanting to get some subwoofers for my car have bout 250$
i was looking at this http://cgi.ebay.ca/2-VISONIK-10-SUBWOOFERS-SUB-BOX-AMPLIFIER-BEST-PRICE_W0QQitemZ140255423608QQihZ004QQcategoryZ32822QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
but i hear visiok is not tht good even for how cheap
if anybody can suggest any thign better plz lemme know
thanks
wel i dono how toreply to these but thanks evry body for ur opinions and the person who sead bout sony xplods- thats what my speakers are i jus heard ther subs wernt tht good
Woofer: Check out circuit city's deals with MTX now. Buy one get one free for woofers.
Box: Just a scosche dual 12"
Wiring Kit: 4 gauge, more than enough power.
Now you'll just need a little bit of speaker wire. $10 at your local wal-mart.
Good luck.
INTRO TO THE CROSSOVER
The self-appointed Crossover Queen is back with 2010 recommendations! Now
in our second year of suggesting which part-sport utility, part-car gives
women the best bang for their buck, Heels on Wheels once again puts
together an exciting list of CUVs with great style and high customer
satisfaction.
Ten years ago, the Honda CRV barely made the last slot on best-selling SUV lists. By 2006, crossovers made up of more than 50% of the overall SUV market. Today, the Honda CRV dominates the number one SUV position. Crossovers deliver what a traditional utility vehicle can't always – car-like handling without compromising space, utility style and performance (and in many cases, delivering better gas mileage).
One trend we're noticing in 2010 is that style of some crossover vehicles are getting rather boxy. So we've included a few new square-shaped rides into our crossover list for the year, including the Scion xB and Ford Flex.
2010 Scion xB. The xB is the best of the boxy rides (and I test-drove all of them). More than a trend, the "urban" utility ride with a 158-horsepower 2.4-liter DOCH 4-cylinder engine has a strong resale value according to Kelley Blue Book. The Scion xB possesses great cargo room – an amazing 70 cubic feet (beats Cube, Element and Kia Soul). Base starts at $16,700 , and a completely stocked xB can run you as high as $28,110 . What makes the 2010 xB different than its former years is upgraded its audio options. The standard Pioneer stereo features iPod or iPhone connectivity, a programmable 16-character welcoming message and an RCA unit for two after-market subwoofers. The optional Alpine Premium adds a 4.3-inch color touch screen, one more RCA hookup and HD Radio technology to view all song titles.
2010 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Limited. The base Forester made my list last year, and this year I'm stepping it up by recommending the AWD turbocharged .5-liter Boxer with intercooler engine holding a fuel estimate of 21-mpg. The 2.5X Limited brings a better automatic climate control system, the All-Weather Package (heated mirrors and seats plus a wiper de-cier) and a 6-speaker stereo with 6-CD changer. The interior design inside any Forester feels roomy, mostly due to sculpted doors and dash. Between the panoramic sunroof and second-row reclining seats with an optional center cup holder that pulls down, your passengers will be happy. A fully loaded Forester with all-wheel drive costs $29,694. When you add up all the features, options, and performance pluses, this becomes our best deal on the list.
2010 Ford Flex. Now in its second year of unique existence, the Flex offers space and urban style without being a traditional or bulky SUV. With three trims available, my mid-level SEL test drive came with SYNC hands-free communication, Ford's MyKey, AWD and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control for $41,555. Now with EcoBoost technology, the 3.5-liter V6 Duratec engine bumps from 262-hp to 365-hp through the turbo technology using direct gasoline injection – so V8 power with V6 gas consumption at an average of 18-mpg. The Flex has one of the most highly functional third-rows on the market, with easy in-and-out access and room for two car seats. The vista moonroof and skylights, composed of one moonroof and the three additional non-opening skylights located on both sides of the second row and one in the third, is a must-have option.
2010 Lexus RX 350. More than one million of this Lexus model has been sold worldwide. This luxury 5-passenger ride has a long list of improvements in the performance area for 2010, including an all-new six-speed transmission to increased horsepower for the 275 horsepower 3.5-liter VVT-i V6 engine. An RX 350 has great standards, such a 10-way power driver and passenger seats with lumbar, Homelink, an LCD screen for audio and ventilation settings and a 9-speaker sound system – with a few extra packages, total cost comes to $49,825. But amidst all the divine and highly-tech interior features, the real reason for moms to get this ride is for the remote open-and-close liftgate and cargo area side handles that fold the second row flat in a flash. Don’t forget that this model comes as a Hybrid also (RX450H) , with all the goodies and the great fun and do-goodies of a 28 MPG crossover.
2010 Lincoln MKT. Biggest surprise in the 3-row crossover lineup. This 7-passenger techie dream ride with the V6 EcoBoost engine is available in all-wheel drive will set you back $49,995 but delivers a long list of goodies: Reverse Camera System; fixed glass roof; adaptive high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps; genuine wood interior trim; 12-way driver and passenger heated leather bucket seats with lumbar; touch-screen audio and climate controls; and Lincoln SYNC or voice-activated entertainment system. The available Navigation Package includes a 14-speaker THX II Certified 5.1 Surround Audio System, George Lucas style. It has excellent handling characteristics, which I fully put to test on the Santa Cruz Mountains. The optional Active Park Assist takes this idea of self-parking a car one step farther than Toyota/Lexus by actually allowing the MKT to select an appropriately sized parking space before it steers you in hands-free.
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Arlington Heights
• Burglars broke into a 1999 Chevrolet Camaro in the Metra lot, 2121 W. Euclid Ave., between 6:30 a.m. and 5:41 p.m. Dec. 9 and stole the in-dash radio, subwoofer, and amplifier. Value was estimated at $600.
• Burglars pulled open the door and stole three power drills out of a storage cabinet outside the rear entrance at an apartment building on the 800 block of West St. James and damaged the lock on a storage locker in the basement between 9 p.m. Dec. 7 and 4:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Loss was estimated at $560.
• Burglars found a door key to an apartment hidden in the lobby of a building on the 800 block of West St. James between 10 p.m. Dec. 6 and 3:30 p.m. Dec. 8 and used the key to get into the apartment. They stole a record player, two computer speakers, and numerous hand and power tools. The victim was moving in; the unit was being renovated for the new tenant, who was sharing the key with the renovators.
• Burglars broke into a storage trailer at Noff's Public Storage, 627 S. Arthur Ave., and stole saws, drills, nail guns and two boxes of tools. Value was estimated at $2,150.
• Thieves stole an American flag valued at $60 from the flagpole outside the main entrance at the Daily Herald, 155 E. Algonquin Road, between midnight Dec. 4 and 6 a.m. Dec. 7.
• Thieves cut a cable lock and stole a red pipe threader valued at $900 from the Honeywell construction site at 1510 W. Dundee Road between 2:30 p.m. Dec. 4 and 7 a.m. Dec. 7.
• Burglars broke into a 1995 Ford Windstar in a condominium lot on the 2200 block of South Goebbert Road between 5:30 and 6:40 p.m. Dec. 9 and stole a GPS valued at $150.
Buffalo Grove
• Allison Sandy Arroyo, 28, of the 1100 block of Pleasant Run Drive, was arrested on the 200 block of West Dundee Road and charged with DUI, possession of marijuana, speeding, illegal lane usage and uninsured motorist.
• A landlord in the 200 block of South Buffalo Grove Road stated that two renters moved out and when he checked the house Dec. 14, he found damage in excess of $4,500. The landlord was advised to contact his attorney.
• While visiting a 91-year-old friend about 4:45 p.m. Dec. 11 at Belmont Village, 500 McHenry Road, a man noted that a number of Lladro figurines were missing. The complainant has power of attorney and suspects that a family member may have taken the figurines, valued at $3,000 to $5,000.
• Three juveniles entered The Plaza, 830 S. Buffalo Grove Road, after hours about 3:45 p.m. Dec. 12, went into a bathroom and vandalized the premises. The juveniles agreed to clean up the mess and were subsequently turned over to their parents.
• Burglars forced the side service door of the garage the evening of Dec. 12 in the 1-1- block of Newfield Drive. Missing from the master bedroom were several pieces of gold jewelry.
• Vandals damaged and destroyed Christmas decorations valued in excess of $300 overnight Dec. 12 in the 300 block of University Drive. That same night, vandals also damaged Christmas decorations valued at $25 in the 100 block of Downing Road and $50 in the 1200 block of Eton Court. The next night, vandals damaged lights valued at $30 in the 400 block of Estate Drive.
• Burglars smashed the driver's-side window of a vehicle parked at a business at 270 N. McHenry Road the evening of Dec. 13 and removed the navigation system and the radar detector, for a loss of $525.
• Burglars broke the passenger-side window the evening of Dec. 13 in the 0-100 block of Villa Verde Drive and removed a radar detector and cell phone charger valued at $320.
Des Plaines
• Aimee N. Palmer, 24, of the 1600 block of Queens Court, Wheeling, and Frank A. Pierri, 25, of the 1200 block of Basswood Lane, Mount Prospect, were arrested around 1:35 a.m. at Pierri's home. Reports said Palmer kicked a manager at MGM Billiards, 647 N. Wolf Road, around 1:20 a.m., and the two drove away before officers arrived. Officers reported finding marijuana and a drug pipe in Pierri's car, and he was charged with obstructing a peace officer and possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Palmer was charged with battery. Their court date is Jan. 20.
• Vandals poured sugar into the gas tank of a 2005 Mazda 3, possibly while it was in the owner's employer's parking lot at 250 Wieboldt Drive, between Dec. 8 and 11. Damage was estimated at $6,000. This is the second time someone has poured sugar in the gas tank.
• Thieves stole a white 2007 Vanguard trailer out of a tractor/trailer parking lot at 1801 S. Elmhurst Road between noon Dec. 3 and 8 a.m. Dec. 9.
• A burglar cut a hole in a chain-link fence at a freight dock at 2300 S. Mount Prospect Road between Dec. 9 and 11 and rifled through three empty trailers. Nothing appeared to be missing. Damage was estimated at $200.
Elk Grove Village
• Burglars damaged the door lock the morning of Dec. 6 and entered Elk Grove Theater, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, damaging two computers, a safe and a security camera. Damage was $7,600.
• Burglars pried open a door at the southwest end of SPM Heating, 1501 Lively Blvd., Dec. 6-7, opened the loading dock door and took three metal baskets for a loss of $5,600.
• Burglars broke into seven vehicles in the 900 and 1000 blocks of Charlela Lane on Dec. 5, for a loss of about $3,000 in damage and theft of stereos, GPS units and other items. Vehicles included a 2004 Honda Accord, 2000 Kia Sephia, 2000 Chrysler Voyager and Dodge Voyager vans, a 1999 Chevrolet pickup, a 2008 Toyota Highlander and a 1995 Saturn. Also, between Dec. 5-7 in the same area, someone stole a 2003 Audi A6, for a loss of $13,000.
• Burglars broke the passenger-side door latch on a 2004 Chevrolet work van overnight Dec. 9 at J&S Plumbing, 370 Bond St., and took work tools for a loss of $9,725.
• Burglars smashed the passenger-side window on a 1996 Plymouth Voyager van the morning of Dec. 4 in the 300 block of Bennett Road and took art supplies for a loss of $550. In that same area during that same time, burglars smashed the passenger-side window on a 1993 Toyota Previa van and took the AM/FM CD player from the dashboard, causing damage to the dashboard, for a loss of $1,200.
• Someone broke the window on the south side of Becker Specialty, 2526 Delta Lane, about 1:20 a.m. Dec. 6 and pulled two alarm boxes in the main hallway off the wall, doing $1,800 damage.
500 Block of Landmeier Rd.
• Thieves took various Christmas ornaments, lights and Santa hats from an attic in the garage of a home in the 500 block of Landmeier Road sometime during the last year for a loss of $1,000.
• Burglars broke into a 2001 Chevrolet Express van and a 2009 Chevrolet Express van early Dec. 5 in the lot of Northwest Floor Care Inc., 200 Joey Drive, stealing power drills from each for a loss of $1,200.
• Thieves took a 1998 Fruehauf Trailer from the dock Dec. 5-7 at Driessen Services, 1300 Morse Ave., removed scrap aluminum, and parked the trailerit across the street, for a loss of about $2,500.
• Burglars damaged the rear door lock assembly on a J. Livingston Co. 2001 Ford E250 van and took a saw Dec. 4-7 at 850 Lee St., for a loss of $350.
• Burglars smashed the window on a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix overnight Dec. 7 in the 2800 block of Touhy Avenue and stole a GPS unit, radar detector and other items for a loss of $2,000
• Thieves took the spare tires overnight Dec. 8 from two 2007 Ford Ranger Trucks parked in the lot of Orkin Pest Control, 751 S. Lively Blvd. Loss was $600.
100 Busse Rd.
• Thieves took a snowblower from Quality Inn and Suites, 100 Busse Road, Dec. 9 for a loss of $400.
370 Bond St.
• Philip A. Maggiore, 38, of the 700 block of Perrie Drive, Elk Grove Village, was arrested at 12:30 a.m. Dec. 6 in the 800 block of Biesterfield Raod and charged with assault and criminal damage to property. His court date is Jan. 15.
• Samantha R. Kroll, 28, of the 1700 block of Forest Cove Drive, Mount Prospect, was arrested at 4:43 p.m. Dec. 6 at 980 Elk Grove Town Center and charged with retail theft. Her court date is Jan. 11.
• Mariusz Kubowicz, 34, of the 2400 block of Landmeier Road, Elk Grove Village, was arrested at 12:55 a.m. Dec. 5 at his home address and charged with possession of cannabis. His court date is Jan. 5.
• Christopher S. Thornton, 36, of Monrovia, Ind., was arrested at 12:10 a.m. Dec. 4 in the 2400 block of Landmeier Road and charged with possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia. His court date is Jan. 25.
• Oliver L. Rhone, 29, of the 500 block of Cambridge Drive, Schaumburg, was arrested at 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4 in the 1000 block of Devon Avenue and charged with possession of cannabis. His court date is Jan. 25.
Mount Prospect
• A man smashed a front window at Balzano Liquors, 2316 S. Elmhurst Road, between 6:10 and 6:20 a.m. Dec. 13 and stole money and the cash register. Loss was estimated at $6,000. The burglary was videotaped by a security camera in the store.
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I've had the subs in storage since I bought them from Crutchfield in June, however, I never had a box for them. $20 later problem solved. I might as well keep them, god knows what I'll do with them.
My Kenwoods were unhooked, and the amp was at 20% Gain when this...
