Change Subs or Stay

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Printed Date: July 16, 2025 at 7:59 PM

Topic: Change Subs or Stay

Posted By: ghs_wreslter189
Subject: Change Subs or Stay
Date Posted: July 06, 2003 at 10:35 PM

Whats up everyone? I have been doing a lot of thinking lately about selling my 2 15" Kicker XPLs and getting a nice pair of 10"s or 12"s (possibly 3). The thing is, I really like the sq and spl of the XPLs but I am an audio enthusiast and am always wanting something new. I am using an MTX 81000d (729 rms @ 4ohms, 1225 rms @ 2 ohms) which gives me a lot of flexibility.

Another thing I have to think about is getting the motivation to build a new box for 12"s or 10"s. I have built many boxes for myself and friends and it is the least fun part to me.

If anyone has some good suggestions on a new look for me let me know.

thanks

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--Adam

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Posted By: MAXST
Date Posted: July 06, 2003 at 10:46 PM

if you like it, i wouldnt change...change is bad.

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Posted By: ghs_wreslter189
Date Posted: July 07, 2003 at 3:23 PM

well i have had the same subs for about 1 1/2 years now and it would be nice to hear something different, that's why i like riding with my friends.

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--Adam

Posted By: tdsteele
Date Posted: July 07, 2003 at 8:15 PM

I've always liked the four 10's setups i have heard. They really seem to pound and being ten's they have the real tight bass that on certain notes just give you the chills... posted_image

Posted By: ghs_wreslter189
Date Posted: July 07, 2003 at 9:05 PM

ive been thinking about infinity reference 10's because i can buy them about for what i sell mine now

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--Adam

Posted By: MAXST
Date Posted: July 07, 2003 at 9:13 PM

those would be nice..

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I need quality equipment, feel free to donate.

Posted By: chevylove
Date Posted: July 08, 2003 at 12:49 AM

The easiest and most cost effective way to change your sound would be to change your box, if you have room to, that is. Go to home depot and let the guys there cut the wood for you....it helps a lot. Trust me I know what you mean about box building not being fun. Also, find ways to mix things up from the norm. Everyone has a plain ole grey carpeted box, so go and find a new color or material to work w/. I made a friend a box out of black carpet with a thin red mesh laid over it that looked black straight on, but sort of flip flopped to red at an angle. I've used formica countertop as well as vinyl, paint to match the car, even one w/ synthetic leather. Throw some neons in a ported box if you want. Just think if you switch to new subs you're going to have to build a new box anyway. Good luck!

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Drew "Fuses are only 10 cents...go for it."