Just had a few questions. First one I made some custom speaker boxes for my 97 ranger p/u. Here Is the size for one box 15" tall 14" wide and 12" deep.. there are 2 boxes and they are housing 10" sub woofers and are sealed enclosures. I was trying to maximize My sound and get a quality bass sound. should I install dyna-mat inside the box or is this a bad Idea I didn't want to waste my time trying this if it will not work. I had read some stuff on putting something inside the sealed enclosures.
I will ask my other question in another forum
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Need some more specs...
10" subs
Manufacture?
Model #
Enclosure
What material did you use (MDF, Fiberglass, etc...)?
What thickness was the material (1/2", 3/4", etc...)?
Are your dimensions the outside or inside dimensions?
Did you use any type of interior bracing (structural support on the inside seams)?
Fill material
I wouldn't suggest Dyna-mat on the inside of any enclosure. I think you're referring to Polyfil or Fiberglass insulation. These are fine to use. They allow you to change the pitch/harmonics of just about any enclosure, but work best in sealed enclosures. It makes the sub think it's in a larger box than it is in (changes the way the soundwaves travel through the enclosure). I believe someone mentioned 1lb/cu. ft. in another post. Run some searches on this site for Polyfil, I don't think you'll be disappointed with the results!
I know I asked alot, but it's essential info for optimizing enclosures and getting you the correct info.
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Squirrel
"No more Cpt. Kirk chit chat"
If its too loud, then you're too old
Donate to the12volt.comThanks. that does clear up some things I had questions on.
the dimensions are outside dimensions. the wood is MDF 3/4", and I used liquid-nails wood glue If there is more info you have I am always open to hearing It.
Thanks again for the fast response.
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--ZX9R
actually Dynamat is used by some ultra SQ buffs in their stereos for extra deadening, and it does work a bit...
I personally wouldnt use Dynamat if I were to do it...Brown Bread has superior adhesion qualities and is much cheaper than Dynamat...
also, if this is your goal, you may want to look at Cascade Audio Engineering Deflex Pads...they do work very well, especially in door pods/kick panel installations for speakers...I havent yet used them in a sub box, but have been told they do work very well in that application too...I have Deflex pads in my door pods and they make a noticeable improvement...
I started reading a little more on more uses for Dynamat and other sound dampeners. I guess more people use it in enclosures or on the back of speakers than I realized. I still wouldn't personally use anything other than fill inside an enclosure, but don't discount what Big Purds recommended. If all else fails, and you try it but don't like the sound difference, you'll only be out a few bucks. But then again, it could be worth it's weight in gold...
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Squirrel
"No more Cpt. Kirk chit chat"
If its too loud, then you're too old
Donate to the12volt.comI think that sound dampner would be better utilized if you used in other speaker applications, ie doors, rear deck, trunk.
I think that sound dampner would be better utilized if you used it in other speaker applications, ie doors, rear deck, trunk.