i use VE LXi Expert 10.0.2 - its for vinyl cutting. I actually grabbed a logo off the net and then "vectorized" it myself by retracing the whole thing. Now i have a clean copy to use whenever i want :)
Steve doesn't mess around. When he builds a box, he does it RIGHT. I also think that the LEDs look cool with the bolts showing. But by all means, cover up the edges where the lights show.
Great work. Box looks amazing. I think some people get on here and see you do it and you make it look easy so they dont respect it. You are great at your craft. Keep up the great work and videos.
Too many people worry about adding a couple hundred lbs. its not a full blown race car or a near stock honda that needs all the hp/weight ratio it can get! This is daily driven beauty right here. love it.
Very well done! It's nice to see some of the hard work that goes in to making a box like this; a lot of people probably don't think about that when they see or hear something like it.
i live in California. Unless it has a CA Carb # on it and it is commercially available, i am not putting a turbo on my car. There is probably 1, maybe 2 known ISF's out there with them and one doesn't exist anymore IIRC. Pretty crazy you happen to live by the only guy who has one. Get some pics and post them :)
sorry bro but one more thing....your comment makes me want to double the power to the sub. Was gonna do 1 T2500bdcp to it, now i might do 2. Thanks for the idea! lol
I'm currently waiting for that video. This is exactly what I want to do to my car. You make it look real easy but when I step in front of my car, I instantly start scratching my head! Lol! Great video! I'll be looking for the finishing touches!
omg too clean!!!! got to admit man, I've been watching all your build videos for a while, and you are nothing less than inspirational! you're definantly a great role model!
YES !!!!!! Your gonna have a TON of fun with this setup bro.., I love that you went big with the 15... SMD and 10 inch woofers just don't go together !!!., Damn bro., this IS-F has come a long way !!!
dude, ITS NOT DONE YET. When i seal the cabin from the interior there will be no rattle. So you are right, it is unlike me, but please let me finish. jeezus
i been following this build on SMD.... after seeing this video the pics on the forum don't do any justice so i can imagine how nice it is in prison, nice job bro.
That's gonna be so clean once you have the other panels in. Will any of the amps be displayed? I love it, the people on here who say that's ricey are just jealous. Ricey is when you do something half assed. This is true craftsmanship.
what makes you think this is an SPL car? 1 15" woofer makes it an SPL car? You don't even know what i am gonna do next but you already formed your opinion? Listen bro, thanks for watching the vids for years...but i highly disagree. Its a GREAT look for the lex. Perfect. Besides, the SMD is known for sounding GREAT, not just getting loud. It don't slow the car down any more then having a passenger so i don't know what you are worried about.
your world class brah. people wanna think thats a finished trunk from you. pssss please. people who dont know your work better start know b4 passing judgment. SMD the real deal.
+Melanie Owen some DUMB FUCKS huh? i mean the system was clearly under construction and it clearly came out dope when it was finished..sounds better than any system i have ever owned. But lets just judge it by install video #2 of like 15. Thanks for not being a dumb fuck like some of the others lol - and thanks for the comment.
im realy a guy my name is dane. melanie is my wife i just use her computer.lol. real talk your prob the best installer iv seen your most all in house. other techs use outsourced resources for alot of there many components but seeing you do most of it out of your shop and it turns out ''world class'' is awsome. if people only knew what it takes to get on your level. and stan and his bike was badass man. i commented on that too man i thought that was great. like i said in my comment ;he dont even know what hes in for;lol yor the real deal and it shows. keep bangin brah. let the haters hate.
when i isolate the cabin from the trunk, all rattles go away, unless the shit up front starts making noise. It will be 100% better when i finish thejob. stay tuned.
i think it looks really sick being able to see where it lights up around all of the bolts, i think they should be able to be seen, maybe get some bolts with chrome heads on them so they still look showy and clean.
Should keep with a plexiglass/lights theme. Maybe do a stairstep amp rack out of plexiglass in the spare tire area? That way all the amps can be shown while still keeping it compact. Have to do some major fans in there though...
i think that guy is smoking his fathers crack pipe. I don't know where that rant came from. Crazy, motherfucking WEIRDO'S all over the web. Its getting pathetic. Its hard to believe there are such cowardly people out there with such big ass mouths.
you do realize that just because your enclosure is tuned to 38hz, it wont play a 38hz tone the loudest out of all the frequencies in the responsive bandwidth, you tune for a specific response curve, the only thing significant that happens at the enclosure's tuning frequency is that its the frequency of minimal piston travel.
Holy shit bro that box came out sick as hell as always Steve u out did urself the led came out really clean and sounds great my hat goes off to u sir hell of a job!!!!!
Ill see if i can find the guy. Its a white isf w/ a huge fmic, not sure if its a sc or a turbo, but forced induction none the less. Thats crazy, i forgot about the whole carb number thing out there. You can slap a turbo on anything in PA for the most part.
Wtf only 2 likes with mine ???? Most people can't afford your car hell they can't even afford that smd 15 lmao great build !! Like watching your builds ...if I had some stacks thats what I would be into all day ...own shop with sick and very functional sound systems period !!!!
i use VE LXi Expert 10.0.2 - its for vinyl cutting. I actually grabbed a logo off the net and then "vectorized" it myself by retracing the whole thing. Now i have a clean copy to use whenever i want :)
Just watching these older videos is my real motivation to work towards my dream and do what you do, just as good!
Steve doesn't mess around. When he builds a box, he does it RIGHT.
I also think that the LEDs look cool with the bolts showing. But by all means, cover up the edges where the lights show.
Straight up honesty, I wish I had half the skills you had right about now. Just the pride you take into your work I don't see how anyone can hate.
actually the ISF was built for speed. I just added some extra weight to it but its still very fast.
i have some mad respect for steve. already built up a great business and still young. going big.
Not only do I think it looks badass right now, but I know it will be freaking awesome when you are done. Can't wait.
Great work. Box looks amazing. I think some people get on here and see you do it and you make it look easy so they dont respect it. You are great at your craft. Keep up the great work and videos.
amps will be displayed.....haven't decided exactly how yet. Thanks bro i appreciate the comment.
I've always been a fan of your sound systems and u just took it to another level with the Lexus, TIGHT WORK.
Steve canny stop watching this build amazing this my bucket list build over the pond in glasgow scotland.
Too many people worry about adding a couple hundred lbs. its not a full blown race car or a near stock honda that needs all the hp/weight ratio it can get! This is daily driven beauty right here. love it.
1 hand work 1 hand filming you are pro steve jeje amazing videos saludos de monterrey ,mexico
Im proud to be a bass head. Thanks to you im always up to date on latest techs and ideas. Im lookn at doing more vids after i do a rebuild.
Very well done! It's nice to see some of the hard work that goes in to making a box like this; a lot of people probably don't think about that when they see or hear something like it.
Steve that is a NICE setup man! I'm not much of a big sound guy, but when it's done right like that, I give mad props sir! Hats off to you.
So far so good, and I'm surprised how well the LED's light up the logo, very well done, can't wait for part 3...
i live in California. Unless it has a CA Carb # on it and it is commercially available, i am not putting a turbo on my car. There is probably 1, maybe 2 known ISF's out there with them and one doesn't exist anymore IIRC. Pretty crazy you happen to live by the only guy who has one. Get some pics and post them :)
sorry bro but one more thing....your comment makes me want to double the power to the sub. Was gonna do 1 T2500bdcp to it, now i might do 2. Thanks for the idea! lol
I'm currently waiting for that video. This is exactly what I want to do to my car. You make it look real easy but when I step in front of my car, I instantly start scratching my head! Lol! Great video! I'll be looking for the finishing touches!
omg too clean!!!! got to admit man, I've been watching all your build videos for a while, and you are nothing less than inspirational! you're definantly a great role model!
The light source and bolts look good all ready but i bet the finish result is gonna look great!
YES !!!!!! Your gonna have a TON of fun with this setup bro.., I love that you went big with the 15... SMD and 10 inch woofers just don't go together !!!., Damn bro., this IS-F has come a long way !!!
dude, ITS NOT DONE YET. When i seal the cabin from the interior there will be no rattle. So you are right, it is unlike me, but please let me finish. jeezus
i been following this build on SMD.... after seeing this video the pics on the forum don't do any justice so i can imagine how nice it is in prison, nice job bro.
ur craftsmanship is insane, mad respect
Speed, Sound, and Looks... jeeeez the whole package. Amazing progress.
That's gonna be so clean once you have the other panels in. Will any of the amps be displayed? I love it, the people on here who say that's ricey are just jealous. Ricey is when you do something half assed. This is true craftsmanship.
what makes you think this is an SPL car? 1 15" woofer makes it an SPL car? You don't even know what i am gonna do next but you already formed your opinion? Listen bro, thanks for watching the vids for years...but i highly disagree. Its a GREAT look for the lex. Perfect. Besides, the SMD is known for sounding GREAT, not just getting loud. It don't slow the car down any more then having a passenger so i don't know what you are worried about.
That's a freaking badass box. I love the lighting and It actually looks real cool with the bolts. Nice work Meade
You really know how to make a car pound. This looks stunning.
That is by far the best looking box ive seen , nicely done!
that box is looking sweet.. very nice touch with the glowing F logo
your world class brah. people wanna think thats a finished trunk from you. pssss please. people who dont know your work better start know b4 passing judgment. SMD the real deal.
+Melanie Owen some DUMB FUCKS huh? i mean the system was clearly under construction and it clearly came out dope when it was finished..sounds better than any system i have ever owned. But lets just judge it by install video #2 of like 15. Thanks for not being a dumb fuck like some of the others lol - and thanks for the comment.
im realy a guy my name is dane. melanie is my wife i just use her computer.lol. real talk your prob the best installer iv seen your most all in house. other techs use outsourced resources for alot of there many components but seeing you do most of it out of your shop and it turns out ''world class'' is awsome. if people only knew what it takes to get on your level. and stan and his bike was badass man. i commented on that too man i thought that was great. like i said in my comment ;he dont even know what hes in for;lol yor the real deal and it shows. keep bangin brah. let the haters hate.
meade916 where can I get some of those screw inserts That you used to hold down the pexiglass
when i isolate the cabin from the trunk, all rattles go away, unless the shit up front starts making noise. It will be 100% better when i finish thejob. stay tuned.
so badass, the blue or red looks best on the LED's, goes well with the nos tanks
DISCOVERY CHANNEL is coming to my shop today - gotta run. Thanks everyone, more updates soon!
This is the TRUTH. And it's a work in progress that is tight right. Kudos.
damn thats gonna be sick when its finished that thing is flexing hard already and its not even sealed off yet
Such a clean set up man, i love the blue led's with the blue nitrous bottles next to it
Sick! I can't wait to see it finished. One day I want to come to California just to visit your shop!
Clean, quality work. I've learned much by watching this master craftsman
i think it looks really sick being able to see where it lights up around all of the bolts, i think they should be able to be seen, maybe get some bolts with chrome heads on them so they still look showy and clean.
YES, YES, YES, the ISF has real deal bang in it that's what's up can't wait to see finished product!!!!!!!!
Window flex with 1 15! Beast mode,looking real clean bro
You're my idol dude! LOL!
Seriously, I like to see you put in work, you show the true definition of work hard/play hard.
I actually like the look of the bolts. Looks pretty badass
Bolts look sick especially since the are spaced perfectly ,I say keep"em
amps aren't in yet. Thanks man!
Nice. I actually like the way it is. Seeing the bolts gives it that special look. Thumbs up.
dude if I ever want a custom box like that in my car I'd definitely come see you thats wicked
Should keep with a plexiglass/lights theme. Maybe do a stairstep amp rack out of plexiglass in the spare tire area? That way all the amps can be shown while still keeping it compact. Have to do some major fans in there though...
Its good to see an artist at work bro. Nicely done
i think that guy is smoking his fathers crack pipe. I don't know where that rant came from. Crazy, motherfucking WEIRDO'S all over the web. Its getting pathetic. Its hard to believe there are such cowardly people out there with such big ass mouths.
That really looks good bro! Looks like you got some windshield flex going on too! Clean and classy install as usual, SMD ftw!
U need to open up your own custom audio shop. U do some high end work, plus u will get crazy paid for it. Can't wait for video 3!!!
the same lol - if you use the same materials and spend the same time/labor on it.
Yet another amazing Steve Meade build.
That box looks so clean man, really good job!
thats so sick steve. Not obnoxious either perfectly tasteful, well done so far!
There you go again Steve always doin it BIG!
I bet the factory speakers sound really good with some clean power going to them also!
I’ve watched this video countless times & it never gets old!!
Absolutely beautiful work Steve. Can't wait to come out to Cali and see it for myself! Keep the videos comin' man!
Dang, sounds like you have some rattles to hunt down now! Good luck, and awesome build man.
Good shit bro! Youre now the owner of a street sleeper and a street pounder all in one :)
I have to say you do some badass work. Keep it up cause it looks great and sounds awesome.
you do realize that just because your enclosure is tuned to 38hz, it wont play a 38hz tone the loudest out of all the frequencies in the responsive bandwidth, you tune for a specific response curve, the only thing significant that happens at the enclosure's tuning frequency is that its the frequency of minimal piston travel.
Is their anything you don't know how to do, u are inspiring man, I wish I worked faith you sir
nice and clean! love it! i think the bolts actually make it look pretty cool.
keep it up man! love your build videos!
Idk but I'm feeling the way it looks with the bolts showing. That box came out real hott.
thanks man. Check out the other video's though and see it finished....this is still WAYYY under construction :D
It always cracks me up when Steve says "yeeuh"
that's first green color looked really cool
-Treo
Cant wait to see you make the front stage for that beast Steve! Great looking build!
If I lived in Cali, I would pay you to do a custom install in my vehicle. I love your work.
beautiful work man! wood looks nice, pride in your work, router-ed edges,fiberglas, lighting, etc. nice!
if you can keep the Internal box size big enough using 2" and you dont mind the weight stronger is always better when it comes to boxes.
Soooo good looking, cant wait to see it fully finished!!
I heard the Eagles "Already Gone" playing in the background amongst all that rap... Nice!
Damn Meade your work is always hella CLEAN.
You've got major talent man.
Hell man, that is awesome, killer bass! Makes me wish I bought the ISF now...
Holy shit bro that box came out sick as hell as always Steve u out did urself the led came out really clean and sounds great my hat goes off to u sir hell of a job!!!!!
just fyi, the pic you posted on twitter, thats my wallpaper on my phone now lol. i am in love with that box
dam you went all out on this... cant wait for the finished product
Ill see if i can find the guy. Its a white isf w/ a huge fmic, not sure if its a sc or a turbo, but forced induction none the less. Thats crazy, i forgot about the whole carb number thing out there. You can slap a turbo on anything in PA for the most part.
Damn! Just another reason why I'm subscribed to your channel. Turned out sick as hell
EEEYUP!, that rear view mirror will be sittin in your lap in no time lol. Sick bro!
It's amazing, you are amazing, what you did there is pure awsomeness
Steve! this is an amazing job bro!!!! keep up the great work...cant wait to see the finished product
Wtf only 2 likes with mine ???? Most people can't afford your car hell they can't even afford that smd 15 lmao great build !! Like watching your builds ...if I had some stacks thats what I would be into all day ...own shop with sick and very functional sound systems period !!!!
the bolts look awesome,,,thats a mad setup
Wish i could build a box like that. Awesome work man!!!
I'm happy for you man! Good car, good system. Props man!
One of the best vids iv ever seen steve. These r the vids I can spend hours watching keep it up. I Honestly love watching this shit
that's a whole lot of work! Really nice and tidy. Best regards, Patrick (Netherlands)
you have got some serious talent sir
Steve, you are one sick dude!!! Keep up the good work man
Every time I wash this video.men I said wow Steve keep doing this men and thanks for sharing.and f.k the haters. ...