I'm not quite sure what you're saying, but if you're saying that the Dayton Audio RS1202K is able to get away with such a small enclosure because of the equalization of the SPA1000 plate amp, I concur. Generally speaking, it's pretty obvious that sealed subwoofers need more low-end equalization than ported subwoofers.
It's my assumption since sealed designs start rolling off at higher frequencies that ported designs.
Is not obvious.
In this case is not because of that, but because you are using a sealed enclosure smaller than ideal with a high Qtc. The same for ported.
What is obvious is that almost all the times the sealed systems don't need correction when using the correct driver in a convenient enclosure. The room gain does it's job. EQ it's a gimmick for the s-t-u-p-i-d HT subs.
(uploaded demo pics from sealed enclosures by Petoin Dominique)
In this case is not because of that, but because you are using a sealed enclosure smaller than ideal with a high Qtc. The same for ported.
What is obvious is that almost all the times the sealed systems don't need correction when using the correct driver in a convenient enclosure. The room gain does it's job. EQ it's a gimmick for the s-t-u-p-i-d HT subs.
(uploaded demo pics from sealed enclosures by Petoin Dominique)
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My experimentation with WinISD contradicts what you're saying. In every case, the sealed designs start dropping off earlier than the ported designs. Perhaps you can point me to an example of a subwoofer that does the opposite. Also, it's obvious that not everyone worships at the alter of 0.707 Qtc as you do as eveidenced by the 1.00 Q of the Dayton Audio RS1202K.Is not obvious.
In this case is not because of that, but because you are using a sealed enclosure smaller than ideal with a high Qtc. The same for ported.
What is obvious is that almost all the times the sealed systems don't need correction when using the correct driver in a convenient enclosure. The room gain does it's job. EQ it's a gimmick for the s-t-u-p-i-d HT subs.
(uploaded demo pics from sealed enclosures by Petoin Dominique)
I didn't know WinISD gave opinions. My bottom line question is why Dayton Audio's best subwoofer kit consists of two of these subwoofers in a 2.1 cubic-foot cabinet? If you or anyone else here can provide an objective well-reasoned answer, I would appreciate it.
No idea. It's a rather poor design IMHO. Cabinet is too small, it's sealed, and it's MDF.
Never heard (of) a sub better than my stereo. Much less for Jazz. I guess that's how good they are... or they are just something to spend your money on?! Confused? When you have a small house/room you need a small sub, or think you need. If you dig it, awesome. If you don't, awesome. - Status
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