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jonbth

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Posted: August 01, 2004 at 8:30 PM / IP Logged

I don't know what size sub to get. I only have 80w rms available to drive it. I have a pick up truck so size of the box is a consideration also. Is there much difference in sound between the two sizes?

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Posted: August 01, 2004 at 9:55 PM / IP Logged

yeah, they sound different but it really depends on ur setup. With only 80watts I'd still say get a 10', I'd suggest either a rockford, JL, or comparable brand sub in a properly sized sealed box. It will not break any dB records but it should give you a nice clean bass response. Be sure to cross it over at around 50hz!

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personally I would be more inclined to crossover at about 70-80hz depending on the size of the other speakers in the vehicle and given the small size of the driver you will be using.

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Posted: August 01, 2004 at 10:04 PM / IP Logged

humm, true, but I guess it really depends on what kind of bass he's lookin to acheive.... so I change what I said before "Cross it over untill u get the sound u want" 8 or 10 inch sub -- posted image.

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jonbth

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Posted: August 01, 2004 at 11:18 PM / IP Logged

What about size? Will an 8 inch sub give me some decent bass?

xtreamcc

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Posted: August 02, 2004 at 12:07 AM / IP Logged

yeah. One of my first setups was 4 8's in a lined box. I was hittin 147 dB's with them so I know 8's will hit.

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lost_logan

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its all ur choice on what u want for sound. if u want sound find a very good 8 or and good 10. i have a chevy std. cab that im running 3 kicker solo baric l5's in (all for sale) in a bad ass box takes up the whole back of my seat and they rattle the sh*t outta every thing when cranked but wiht out it cranked it just adds a nice fluid sound to my speakers all around

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Posted: August 02, 2004 at 1:26 AM / IP Logged

Take a look at the ID8v.3. Very good SQ, low power requirements, small sealed enclosure. Will give good solid bass, but it's not going to pound. I would hesitate to go with a 10 that requires more power, you wouldn't get near the potential with only 80W. You can only do so much with only 80W on tap.

http://www.imagedynamicsusa.com/website/tech/ID8D4V3.pdf

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Posted: August 02, 2004 at 1:54 PM / IP Logged

i've had some good experiences with 75w rms

i had 2 alpine type s 10's each getting 75rms and it was disgustingly loud

shook the roof of my civic hard!! surprised me and evryone i know!!

just pick a good sub i'd go JL or possibly even alpine 80w would probably sound great in a truck!! but go for a 10!!

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