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themainevent08

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Posted: November 14, 2007 at 9:24 PM / IP Logged

Alright, so I am getting rid of the subs i have now(very cheap) and im going to buy a new amp and subs. heres what im looking at now.

Rockford Fosgate Punch P600.1bd

Kicker 05CVR122 x2

How well would the amp and subs go together? Are there subs that would work better with this amp that are under $100 each? Any input would be much appreciated. Thanks!

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 3:37 PM / IP Logged

Well, it depends COMPLETELY on what you want to do. If I were looking for a system for ME, I'd say it was crap, but I don't build bass-beavy "boom cars". Not a fan at ALL of either of those brands, either.

Now, if you can fill us in on what you are looking for, as a desired result, somebody might be able to help you a little more.

It all reminds me of something that Molière once said to Guy de Maupassant at a café in Vienna: "That's nice. You should write it down."

themainevent08

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 4:05 PM / IP Logged

Yea i shoulda been a little more specific. Well right now im working with 2 Memphis 12s 500 watts with a 500 watt amp. Basically Im looking for a louder system with pretty good SQ also.. but mainly louder :P.

I have about $400-$500 to work with on two subs and an amp, so im open to any suggestions.. seeing as i dont really know anything about this stuff. Im tryin to learn though heh.

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 5:01 PM / IP Logged

well to start...what enclosure do you have??

there is always improvement that can be made

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 7:23 PM / IP Logged

I agree with aznboi3644. What is the model # of your subs? The amp?

From what you listed, you would be downgrading. With a better amp (if you meant 'peak' or 'max' -completely useless- when you said '500 watt amp') and a better enclosure, you can get what you're looking for without spending too much money.

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 8:25 PM / IP Logged

I think it is funny how a lot of users need immediate help/advice ... not to make an informed decision but bc they are on the verge of buying something with NO advice what-so-ever.

As you are teetering over the edge of the abyss, I hope you pause to listen to our advice. We have ALL been where you are right now. With your budget you probably wont be able to drastically improve your bass by purchasing BOTH an a quality amp AND woofers. List your products and let us advise you on what to do. Most of us have worked on our systems for years, upgrading one piece at a time. It pays off in the long run!

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 8:50 PM / IP Logged

Honestly keep your money save it till your able to get some quality equipment, but if you have to spend it right now then get 1 quality sub and get the right box built for it. You could all ways sell the 2 12's you have then use the amp for the new sub.

Or find two more subs like the ones you have now and build a box for 4 of them if you have the space, since it sounds more like your just after more bass. And just use your current amp.

themainevent08

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 8:57 PM / IP Logged

Thanks guys, but one problem. Im hearing that my choices arent too good or I need to look over things a bit more.. well could i get any suggestions? Maybe someone browse and see whats the best thing, in their opinion, that they would come up with using around $400-$500. Suggestions on what types of amps/subs and what brand maybe, that kind of stuff.

Thanks again!

themainevent08

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 9:00 PM / IP Logged

dragon51 wrote:

Or find two more subs like the ones you have now and build a box for 4 of them if you have the space, since it sounds more like your just after more bass. And just use your current amp.

Could my amp power 4 seperate subs by itself?

I think this is the current amp im using http://www.memphiscaraudio.com/products/details.asp?cat=&id=98&p=2

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Posted: November 15, 2007 at 9:07 PM / IP Logged

Now we're (starting to) getting somewhere. 500Wrms @ 1ohm -70% efficiency.

Now, what are the model numbers of your subs. What are the dimensions of your subbox? Is it ported or sealed?

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