Which sub?

[extski]

I just got finished installing two sets of Polk Audio db6501 today. They are powered by a Sony Xplod 60x4 amp (this amp will be replaced eventually, but got it for free from a friend to get started).

Anyway, now I'm looking to fill in the low end and wanted to see if anyone had any experience/opinions on these JL Audio enclosures I was thinking of getting.

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/CompareTo.aspx?g=510&cc=01&compareItems=01|136S110 R33&compareItems=01|136S210R12

Was not sure if the quality of the one 10" JL Audio w3v3 would be that much better over two w1v2 10" subs or at least comparable. If I go with the w3v3, I'm currently looking at getting the MTX 1000XD amp to power them (MTX 1000XD X Thunder mono subwoofer amplifier — 1,000 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms at Crutchfield.com). I have not decided on an amp yet if I were to go with the w1v2's since the 1000XD at 2-ohm's would be too much for them. But I would get something which is at the max RMS the speakers could handle since the PT is running at 12V and the advertised watts are usually at 14V, so the wattage would end up being less than advertised.

I used to have two 12w6's in a custom sealed enclosure in my old car which caused me to have to tighten down my rear view mirror often, bolts, etc, but I've kind of grown out of that now So I'm not necessarily looking for real loud, booming bass, just something to fill in the low end for better sound and to be able to hear the full range of audio while driving with the windows down on the highway. Looking for just tight and decently loud bass. I listen to a broad range of music; from rock, country, some pop, etc.

Thanks.

[YoungCruiserrr]

I just got the JL w1 single sub with an amp along with the package. Sounds good enough for me. I don't need to break glass, just shake it =P

[extski]

Not sure why the comparison link does not seem to want to work, I tested it before pasting it.

Anyway, here is a link to each of them instead of the comparison link.

JL Audio CS110RG-W3v3 Sealed PowerWedge™ enclosure with one 10" W3v3 subwoofer at Crutchfield.com

JL Audio CS210RG-W1v2-2 Sealed PowerWedge™ hatchback-style enclosure with two 10" W1v2 subwoofers at Crutchfield.com

[extski]

Originally Posted by YoungCruiserrr

I just got the JL w1 single sub with an amp along with the package. Sounds good enough for me. I don't need to break glass, just shake it =P

Yeah, I guess that's kind of what I am looking for, just something to shake things up a little but don't need to be heard coming down the block My old system I had to keep the volume down, cause my rear window was bowing out when you put your hand on it from the outside

[YoungCruiserrr]

Yeah I don't have any good pictures but it also doesn't take up much trunk space. I'll try to get some tmrw.

I lied, I got a very bad picture to show how it fits, but I'll get better tmrw, it's a 12 inch W1 Sub from JL with an Amp Mounted on the back


here are more pictures, it fit's pretty snug.

[rte662006]

you can also look into the jl audio stealth box.It takes up no room at all and hits decent for a 10.Its what i have in my car and i am happy with it

[YoungCruiserrr]

yeah probably a lot better then Mopars kicker.

and as you can see, My extra storage with the stealth box goes, supplies me with my wrenches for my wheels and a towel. you never know when you might need a towel!

[extski]

Thanks so much for the pics, extremely helpful in getting an idea of how much space it will take.

[djdan74]

It really depends on your needs, sound and functionality. I know for me, a 10` sub wouldn't cut it.

As it stands, I have a Kenwood 1600W amp with 2x12" Polk audio subs (along with factory tweets and mid range) and find it insufficient. I have looked (and tested) at 15" and 18" but found that the accomodating sub boxes are typically too big. Generally you would need to remove your last row of seating in order to fit them properly.

I am about to test Bose highs and will let you all know what I find.

[chris15]

You find the bass lacking in a hatchback with a 1600-watt amp and two 12" subs? Your amp or subs must be crap then, or your amp's gain is turned way, way, way down..

If your trunk were isolated from your car, I could completely understand but considering 15s and 18s in a hatchback?