Halfway through my sub build, I started second guessing my design worrying that I wouldn't be pleased with how low it went. So, now I have a 1.375 cubic foot (empty) box that I'm trying to match a driver to.
I was originally going with a Dayton 8" in a cube foot tuned to 35Hz, which gave me an F3 of about 35Hz and SPL around 104dB. I figured it would be ok for a first build, but then I got to thinking how annoyed I would be if I said "meh - that's good enough for a first build" and left some on the table.
So, if you had a 1.375 cubic foot box, what would you drop in it as a good all-around sub both on a budget and unlimited?
I was originally going with a Dayton 8" in a cube foot tuned to 35Hz, which gave me an F3 of about 35Hz and SPL around 104dB. I figured it would be ok for a first build, but then I got to thinking how annoyed I would be if I said "meh - that's good enough for a first build" and left some on the table.
So, if you had a 1.375 cubic foot box, what would you drop in it as a good all-around sub both on a budget and unlimited?
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Maybe consider two drivers in push-push to minimize distortion,
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/subwoofers/140069-altair-sub-2x-trio8s.html
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/subwoofers/140069-altair-sub-2x-trio8s.html
That's just terrible.. (Laughing my @$$ off as I type.)
kcducttaper- Home or auto? Or???
Probably a pair of TB W6-1139 minisubs, with a pair of 10" PRs. Mount everything opposite each other, so you've got complete force cancellation.
Tune for ~35Hz and you should get something rather good sounding.
Alternatively, stuff a JBL GTO1214 in there and shove a rocket up it (or, a big amplifier + EQ, whichever).
Chris
Tune for ~35Hz and you should get something rather good sounding.
Alternatively, stuff a JBL GTO1214 in there and shove a rocket up it (or, a big amplifier + EQ, whichever).
Chris
To copy and paste from my post in your other thread a moment ago, check out the HST11 drivers!
HST11 11″ Subwoofer | Stereo Integrity
T/S parameters would seem to indicate ability to go into tiny sealed enclosures (0.4cuft?!) and still crank out the <20Hz bass!
Re 1.8 ohms
Fs 17 Hz
Qes 0.39
Qms 9.17
Qts 0.37
Le 2.5 mH
Sd 366 cm^2
Vas 25.6 L (!!)
BL 18.2
Mms 626 g
Xmax (1-way) 38 mm
Xmech (1-way) 50 mm
RMS Power 1350 watts
HST11 11″ Subwoofer | Stereo Integrity
T/S parameters would seem to indicate ability to go into tiny sealed enclosures (0.4cuft?!) and still crank out the <20Hz bass!
Re 1.8 ohms
Fs 17 Hz
Qes 0.39
Qms 9.17
Qts 0.37
Le 2.5 mH
Sd 366 cm^2
Vas 25.6 L (!!)
BL 18.2
Mms 626 g
Xmax (1-way) 38 mm
Xmech (1-way) 50 mm
RMS Power 1350 watts
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To copy and paste from.....yeah... lol
Dang, that looks like a beast! I'm sure I'll have to do some different port work for that!
I've only really been looking at drivers from Parts-Express just because they seem to have a solid selection (most of the time). I'll definitely check out some SI drivers though.
Dang, that looks like a beast! I'm sure I'll have to do some different port work for that!
I've only really been looking at drivers from Parts-Express just because they seem to have a solid selection (most of the time). I'll definitely check out some SI drivers though.
Right. Max spl is limited by power and driver xmax. Yes, a reflex setup can give you a little more spl, at a cost of slower transient response. I have 4 boxes, not much bigger than your 1 cu ft, each with one of those Dayton drivers in. Large living room, and I've not even come close to max spl. Yes, I do turn it up.
I used to run a mobile disco off 225WRMS !
It was fine for small to medium sized venues.
Yeah, we dust by turning it up. I've an old Phase Linear 700 running the subs. In stereo.
Here's the livingroom: http://dp-design.com/evergreen/_wp_generated/wpeae0a359_0f.jpg
Here's the livingroom: http://dp-design.com/evergreen/_wp_generated/wpeae0a359_0f.jpg
Hi kcducttaper,'
I do the other way around...Pick a good (Musical) Driver and try it in an appropriate Box, i.e. your suggested 1.375 cubic foot:
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How about something like this:
6moons.com - industry features: RoadTour Serbia, Exit Raal
I vaguely remember there's a development thread here somewhere, somehow I can't find it.
6moons.com - industry features: RoadTour Serbia, Exit Raal
I vaguely remember there's a development thread here somewhere, somehow I can't find it.
What is your budget?
If low then perhaps:
Small (8 inch?) Subwoofer Recommendation
Or this, but I'd say that this one is tuned too low for an 8":
Digger8 Sub - diggity dig it all the way to 20Hz
But with your line of thinking I'd go for something with more output.
Budget, power? Plate amp in the box or external?
If low then perhaps:
Small (8 inch?) Subwoofer Recommendation
Or this, but I'd say that this one is tuned too low for an 8":
Digger8 Sub - diggity dig it all the way to 20Hz
But with your line of thinking I'd go for something with more output.
Budget, power? Plate amp in the box or external?
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