audiobahn alum12q subs

Im thinkin about getting 2 audiobahn alum12q subs. I was wondering if you guys could give me some feedback bout these subs. Ive herd that they have good SQ and low SPL, then ive also herd they have a good mix of both with the right amp. I havent got an amp yet either and would like some thoughts about what kind to run, i can get a %35 discount on rockford and audiobahn products so it would be nice if i could run a model of those. Thanks for your thoughts.

See, i dont really know what to think, i was running a rockford 801s amp to 2 aw152t 15's. Which was a cheap way to go, but it hit good. But thats the only rockford product that ive had, every other system ive had, has been audiobahn or JL. I sold those aw152ts to one of my friends who hooked them up to a mono 1200 watt flame series amp, and it didnt sound as good as it did hooked up to my rockford amp.

Have a look again at those audiobahn subs, yes marketing says build it this way and they will come, but I bet you they have a high roll rubber surroun, aluminum frame (like the Rockford), dual voice coil (like the Rockford), aluminum cone (lighter than the Rockford & a better heatsink), designed for small sealed boxes (a little smaller than the Rockford), a way higher power handling than the Rockford and really good sq. Now I've played with both subs and have retailed both brands, they both have their +'s and -'s, but to say that Audiobahn only puts their time into looks and not quality is a definite misconception. I happen to think that the new Rockford amps are nice compared to their old gear, but you know what, it sure sucks blue whale for capabilities and build quality compared to the old gear, Rockfords answer to that is type RF, is it all time into making it look good or does it work good as well? It works fine thank you. BUy yourself what you like and what sounds best to your ears, buy what has the best value for you, all we can do is recommend and then help you after you have chosen.

An amp is designed to get hot, a natural byproduct of amplification is heat, you have a class ab amplifier that may run at 60% efficiency, the other 40% is wasted power and of course heat. I would look for a class D amp for those big alum drivers, it will have a lower heat signature and considerably more output. If you already have the 801s, great use it for now but a bigger  amp is probably in your future. I'll have a look for some amps for you when I have the time.