Thread: Thinking about a new sub...

So, I'm thinking about selling my subs to downsize to one 10" subwoofer installed in my right rear quarter area. I currently have two JL 12w6v2's and a JL 1000/1v2. I would like to use the 1000/1 on my new sub. So far, I've looked into the Image Dynamics IDMAX 10 v.3 but haven't found much else that will support the power if I want to turn it up. I like the clean bass of the JL's, but the weight and lack of trunk space are killing me. Any suggestions?

Alpine type R's for sure. A 15 inch needs a 4 inch ported box though. So a 10 would probably need a 2 inch

Looking to go sealed. Tired of not having my trunk space.

You can put ports in the side of a box too. So it only needs to fit width and depth, and not have the extra space taken up on the side. As for sealed though, I can't help you. I'm a super strong believer in ports.

The only reason I want a sealed enclosure is for space savings. Any ideas on 10" subs capable of handling 1000w continuous and capable of living in a relatively small enclosure?

DC Audio - Level 3

should be just what your needing/looking for

Fi Audio makes some solid subs that can handle a ton of power, an SSD is about $200-$250 depending on the options you pick, but it will get loud and stay clean.

https://ssl.perfora.net/www.ficaraud...iew.shopscript

The Q is a step up, the price reflects that, but after hearing one in a properly built sealed enclosure with about 1800W, I have to admit that I haven't heard a cleaner sounding sub get that loud in person since.

Then again I've also never heard the DC or the Sundown in person.

Not tryin to bag on you Kolton, Alpine is a very reputable brand that makes quality subwoofers, but after finding smaller companies like these^ I find it hard to justify the price tag of any Alpine, Rockford, Kicker, etc.

Stupid thing is that I still don't have money for my new build due to car repairs/upgrades and bills, so I actually own two Rockford P3's, the newer ones with the aluminum cone. They're loud and pretty accurate, but meh...

No biggie man I know their prices are way too high. I just usually tell people the names of companies they know, the small companies are the winners. It's really the same product but for a real, and reasonable price. I got my Polk Audio db 212-2's before I did much research into lesser known brands, and I assure you, I will be going with one of the small companies when/if my db 212-2's ever die.

Cadence is another brand to look into. Had a pair of their ~1996 UltraDrive series that were rated at 300Wrms each that took quite a pounding and are still kickin in a friend's car. My next sub will probably be from their S2 series.

If you like JL, why not get the 10w6..... you should be able to sell both 12's and get one. Or a 10w3 if you dont want as much. I am a JL guy, so I say stick with it.

Originally Posted by 1LoudGrandPrix

look into Skar Audio similar to Sundown but more SQ/sealed oriented

skar is another good brand. They have a new line coming out good for 1500w. Would be just fine on 1000w and would still have room for more power if you ever wanted to use a bigger amp.

Originally Posted by develand

If you like JL, why not get the 10w6..... you should be able to sell both 12's and get one. Or a 10w3 if you dont want as much. I am a JL guy, so I say stick with it.

It's not that I don't like JL...I've been using JL for the past 10 years. The problem is I have a 1000/1v2 that I don't want to get rid of because of its flexibility and how well it works, but I want to downsize for weight and space savings while still having the thump and sound quality I'm used to...if not more.

So far, I'm really liking the Fi Audio SSD10 for its ability to fit in a tiny enclosure while being loud and clear, and I can customize little things about it. Please keep the suggestions coming! I had no idea a lot of these companies existed.