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alex75

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Posted: April 11, 2004 at 10:32 PM / IP Logged

OK-I've been shopping for a new 12 for a week now and here's what I'm considering. (in case you didn't read my earlier post-I'm looking for a 12 w/ equal SQ and SPL, approx $130, about 5-6oo RMS/6-800 peak, and duel 2 ohm VC or single 4ohm). 1. Kicker Solobaric L5 , Kicker CVR, Alpine Type R or S, Visionik V12, Or Pheonix Gold. I found Solobarics for 120$ online, they are probably my strongest choice so far but would love to get some more input. Oh yeah-where can I find Adire subs? I've been hearing a lot about them lately-are they any good?

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adire is not sold online, you can go online to look at the models but not to purchase. adireaudio.com

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Posted: April 11, 2004 at 10:48 PM / IP Logged

I'm sure I could find a retailer somewhere-but do they fall within the parameters of what I'm looking for? I know thay are in my price range or $130 or so, but i want clean AND loud-do the Shivas add up? Any opinion on the Solobaric or Comp VR???

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Posted: April 11, 2004 at 10:56 PM / IP Logged

ive never heard any of those subs as i am limited to what the guys in my town buy and install. as cuz i dont install for a living.

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http://www.acoustic-visions.com/~acoustic/products/subwoofer_drivers/by_brand.shtml

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wow, ive never b4 been able to find them online. sry for my misinformation.

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alex75

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Posted: April 12, 2004 at 9:40 AM / IP Logged

Are the Shivas only available in 8 ohm DVC? They don't look like anything special, kinda cheap even. I know not to judge a book by it's cover-but are these quality, good sounding subs? Could I get some opinions on the Kicker Solobaric L5 12's and their lesser cousin the Comp VR 12". A local retailer has the L5s on sale right now for $160, I'm very interested in them.

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Posted: April 12, 2004 at 9:48 AM / IP Logged

Kicker subs aren't going to give you much SQ, but they do ok with SPL. I would definitely consider the shiva.

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Posted: April 12, 2004 at 9:54 AM / IP Logged

Ditto to customesuburb. Kicker subs are great for SPL but not so great for SQ. Adire is a godd compromise between the two, as is Infinity Kappa Perfect, or Image Dymanics ID line (not the ID Max, these are pure SPL oriented) or Cadence.

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alex75

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Posted: April 12, 2004 at 10:27 AM / IP Logged

Price range for the Image Dynamics? Ok here's what I'm trying to do. I want a balance between SPL and SQ and will spend up to $150 for 1 12". Right now i have a 600 W,2 Ch(2 ohm stereo) Lanzar amp to power subs(yeah Lanzar-hold your giggles!). I plan on upgrading my entire system in the near future, including a decent mono sub amp. I want a sub that will work in both applications--- Now w/ moderate power from cheapo amp, and w/. more serious power from better amp.

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