Having been in car audio since 1997 and having a degree in electronics, I can say this is a good video for beginners. I like all of the explanations of the different types. Very good.
I'm officially a crutchfield fanboy. No idea what i was doing this weekend dropping that kind of money on a sytem having no idea about nothing. When i came to my senses and reached out to costumer support with my concern; they checked all the orders i made in the last 3 days and said the parts i chose would indeed go well toward making a great system. Thank you, Tom.
Thanks for the feedback and the story! We will let Tom know his help was appreciated!! We offer lifetime technical support that can help guide you through any installation hiccups or questions. Their phone number is included on the order invoice to help make it easy to reach them
You forgot to mention how it gets addicting lol I started with a single 8 on 100 watts now I’m at two 15’s on 3500 watts in a box that is so big I had to assemble it in my trunk!
The thing he didn't mention was 'free air', which is subwoofer put usually on rear deck. This option is good for guys who want low bass sub, that doesn't take so much space.
I would say get an amplifier that has at least 50% more power than the RMS rating. Because of the impedance rise caused by the box, your sub will never see anywhere near the power that your amp puts out at nominal load. Also, it’s better to have a bigger amp running low than having a smaller amp running at it’s limit all the time.
Exactly, the sub will only suck in the amount of power it needs and it is not recommended to have the amp gain at max to give some buffer so the amp will last a long time
I would never say what you said. The only reason to get a more powerful amp would be if in the future you knew you were going to add another sub. In other words, the video is correct. For instance, 200 watts = 150-200 watt amp... _NOT 300 watts!_ Regarding amp/s and upgrade/s, it would also have to deduce possibly more channels, such as going from 2 or 4 to 8, in the case of going active on the mid-woofers, tweeters, (mids), keeping the original sub amp and then replacing the other amp with enough channels, or possibly _two_ more amps, (depends). In this case, you would probably want to get rid of the original amp and just add two amps with enough power and channels (with DSP). (Again, depends.)* And, on and on and...! *If the low, deep sub sound is upgraded/more powerful and drowns out most everything else, well, some people may like that, but most people probably will not. "Also, it’s better to have a bigger amp running low than having a smaller amp running at it’s limit all the time." That, in no manner or form, applies! If it does, that's because the system was not properly configured/designed/wired/powered. And, for the most part, and the vast majority of the time, "impedance rise caused by the box" is not even relevant. Again, all of the previous. IOW, your post is bad advice. Don't get insulted. Take this as a learning experience. Obviously, someone such as yourself should have a pro do the design/installation according to your budget. Or, at least the design according to your taste/budget, choose the equipment/wiring, and you do the installation. To whoever: Crutchfield has great service!
To all you new/young drivers it’s better to be the person with the cool stereo system than to be the person that drives to fast wants to race and put peoples lives in danger every time you get into a vehicle. True playing loud music and not being considerate of other people and time of day it is can maybe get you a ticket by police. But no one with a loud stereo has gotten there license taken away or car towed or killed anyone-SPEEDING on the other hand is not an IF but A WHEN it will all go wrong and all the above could happen. And it’s a good argument for your parents to say I want a nice stereo system so I can enjoy my car and to drive slower to enjoy my music. Insurance doesn’t care what Audio you have in your car and your friends will always know when you’ve arrived-sometimes know when your around the block. But be considerate and you’ll never have a problem. And it’s a cool hobby and has a huge community all with mostly good folks always willing to help someone new to the audio world 🔊🔊
Prashanth Kolli Depends on what you call easy. A subwoofer is very easy, it’s two wires to detach per sub. The amp is taking off at least 5 wires, radio, RCAs, Power, and ground.
It’s pretty easy, just unplug two wires - one for positive terminal and one for negative terminal and remove the box. You just need to make sure those wires don’t touch each other and hopefully nothing metal
It's a hard decision because I would like the way 2 10s would hit in a sealed box, but I also like the way dual 12s in a ported box would sound. I think I would go with 12s in a ported box though. Won't hit as hard but still get kind of the best of both ..mainly sound quality.
I just got a new 12” 600watt rms with a 800 watt rms amp, and I’m very impressed by the performance, it’s only one sub and it produces more than enough bass, I can’t really listen to it at max volume because I don’t want to go deaf 😂
lol We are glad to know that you are enjoying your gear! Which sub and amp models are you using in your system? What process did you follow to set the gain on the amp?
@@crutchfield I actually blew a fuse when I tried to install it so I took it to an audio shop and they set it up. It worked great but ig they set the gain too high or something, because I burnt the voice coil in 4 days 😭. It was covered under warranty tho so I got it replaced :)
Thank you for the kind words 🥰👍. We provide lifetime Technical Support with all products purchased from Crutchfield, so we are always able to assist you in getting installed and setup properly!
Looking at getting a spare tire sub. A powered version that gives me bass, but keeps the space in the trunk. I only lose the small tool kit that sits in my spare tire while its mounted. The only issue, I wonder if my spare tire can be mounted face down?
Why would you want to mount the spare tire facing the opposite direction? With the offset on most passenger car wheels, you cannot flip the spare upside-down and still mount it in your spare tire stowage location under the rear storage area. The JBL subwoofer mounts inside the spare tire and would require your spare to be mounted in the original orientation.
Sealed is always better. Why? Sound Quality. Yes, ported can hit harder at a particular frequency. But you end up with port noise, and possible mechanical noise from the woofer itself (the excursion noise). Some people don't notice it, or simply don't care. Only get the sub in a tiny plastic housing with amp built in if you are pressed for room. Those kinds of things can fit under the seat, but they wont sound as good as a dedicated sub in a box, with an external amp. My first system I ever had was a 12" kicker in a sealed box in my 1993 del sol. I loved that system. Kicker speakers all around, single kicker 12." You could literally hear me coming down the street. My buddy would always say "I heard you coming" and it wasn't anything special. I didn't have 1000 watts of sub power. I had the door speakers connected to the headunit power (pioneer, so 15w x4) and then one of those walmart crunch amps. Way back when I didn't know shit. Got the 12" kicker from the audio shop next door, they gave me a deal. The box was a "build it yourself" kit where you glue it and it came with straps to hold it together until the glue dried. I used nails to make it stronger when I glued it along with the straps, and later cut the straps. It hit hard. It rattled your chest. And then my next car was a 06 s2000. And I had a ported box and it never sounded "right." Then after that I traded the s2k in for an 2005 subaru wrx sti.... At that point I bought a dual 12" ported box combo (subs came in the box) and again, there was port noise and just never sounded as good as sealed. Ended up being an idiot and giving the subs too much power and it fried them. Because I wanted that hard hitting bass I used to get with my sealed system. And then I finally went back to sealed. A single 12" 500 watt rms capable subwoofer, and threw 500 watts rms into it. And sure enough, it hit harder, and sounded better than that dual 12" ported box. Ported boxes are only good at one frequency. And usually its a frequency music barely ever hits. Sure great for competitions but musically, its crap. Now the idea of those double camber builds. Where you have either two separate ports for front/rear of speaker or half sealed and half ported, those might hit well musically. But a typical ported box, trash.
Finally somebody that feels the same way I do I just can't stand that fuzzy loose soft muddy base from a ported box. And yes I have tuned higher and use different subs tried it all I am not satisfied with ported base.
@@dallasjohnson7492 not at all. Ported sucks. Period. Ive been to tons of car shows and the one thing in common was ported boxes have port noise. Even when its in a trunk of a car, you still hear the port noise. In 13 years of hearing systems, ive NEVER heart a ported system beat the sound quality of a sealed system. Do ported get louder? Sure, but loud isnt always better. Quality matters more. And the best quality you can get is from sealed.
I just want to go as low as I can at a reasonable db level. So I can sit and enjoy all of the music. Don’t need to rattle the trunk or make the sheet metal twerk..but hearing how the music was intended.. not too much to ask?
We offer a few different Pioneer subs and amps to help meet many different sounds and performance levels, and recommend contacting an advisor to discuss your specific goals to get a personal recommendation. Here's how to reach us for this help: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
Great video!! I just bought a DS18 1500w and two 12" subwoofers and a touchscreen pioneer radio. I have a 2004 Chevy Blazer that it's going in. They are going to be installing it next week. I hope I picked out a decent sub, amp and radio for this vehicle. As you can tell, this is my first time doing anything like this. Fingers crossed.
@@shortboy9725 It is plenty for me. I didnt want something that was going to peel the paint off the SUV every time the bass hit lol. I'm very satisfied. I really like the fact that you can still hear the song as the bass hit. It's perfect for me. I havent even had it full blast yet lol.
First I wanted to say that your video gave me an idea of what I should buy and it helped me so much. Thanks. Also I wanted to ask what is that kicker sub in the back?
I have a 2004 mazda 3.. im thinking of upgrading the stereo and speakers and maybe a sub... if i put in a sub will it be ok to just use the factory stereo? how will i go about upgrading the factory stereo on a car like this?? thanks.
Hi ihave 2 dvc subwoofers 4 ohms 400rms each if i connect to parallell 800rms combination at 1ohms my amplifier is 1800rms in 1 ohms this not overpower the amplifier thanks
Hi Sonnel, If your subwoofers can each take 400 watts RMS, you will need an amplifier that will deliver 800 watts RMS at 1ohm, or 4ohm. If your amplifier is delivering 1800 watts RMS at 1ohm, you are overdriving your subwoofers. Feel free to reach out to us if you would like product advice on which amp would best suit your application. www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
@@toffiebezzie1921 LOL?! Yes he does. A Mini has less air space than say, a truck or SUV, so a smaller sub WOULD be more appropriate, some people's tastes may vary.
What I don't understand is that good quality component speakers already can play a very strong base. Isn't that good enough for a good base sound already? I guess a good subwoofer just adds to the base, overall music quality and helps create more surround sound as if you have the subwoofer sound coming from the back of the car traveling forward?
It is true that high-quality component speakers have great bass, but you cannot equal the dynamics, impact, and low tones of large subwoofers with a properly matched amp. If you want impressive and deep bass that you can feel, aftermarket subwoofers are the move!
@@crutchfield It is just hard for me to imagine you can create a deep base you can feel without shaking the entire car. Is that what people get a subwoofer for-- just to make the entire car shake? Or as another option, does the subwoofer create (when not on high volume to shake the car) with just enough base simply a more dynamic and impactful sound experience but at the same time without the entire car shaking? Another thing I heard (still trying to understand this) is that when the subwoofer plays the base, it means you don't have to put the controls to high base for the rest of the speakers and then the rest of the speakers can focus more on the mid base and higher frequency. I can't wait to hear all of this in my new system.
The amount of vibration is related to the size and power of the subwoofer you choose to install. Tt's really all down to your personal needs. Smaller and less powerful subwoofers provide rich, deep bass without unnecessary vibration, while larger more powerful subwoofers of course will vibrate your vehicle more. You will be able to adjust your radio's EQ and turn down the bass on the radio to provide more clarity to your main speakers, it's true! This means not only does your subwoofer sound great all the main speakers will sound a little bit cleaner!
Different types of enclosure/install areas: Infinite baffle most clean less watts needed and without sacrificing much lows, sub needs to have a high qts above or around .50 Sealed right cubic feet best sound quality sacrificing some room filling lows. Ported best for boom needs right cubic feet and also huge lows can be tuned unlike out of all these with port area and length, tuning range is usually 50hz-28hz i love me a higher tuned box depthy soul filling punch less boom. Band pass need to learn more on it but from what i know most superior for the really huge lows like around 28hz Anyways after some learning and installing/experimenting I still would go with IB easiest space saved and still really good whether through rear deck or through the rear seat hole mounted with a mdf bord and sealed with some pool noodles.
Thank You.Iam confused between pioneer 1212D4,JL 12W0and DD audio 512. I want durability and Better sound quality.I have to purchase mono amp and enclosure separately.
So i just got a new car and the door speakers are real clear just not deep bass, had 2 12’s previously and was a little much. Just want something that’s a good deep bass for rap but also not shaking my whole car any suggestions?
We will be happy to help recommend one for you. What vehicle is this going into? Which radio will the new sub setup be connected to; the factory radio or an aftermarket radio?
I have an Axton CAB609 which is 2x 12" Woofers with 250W RMS, these are 2x 4Ohm so 2Ohm parallel... I have an eye on a ESX 1x 12" Woofer with 2x2Ohm and I could get 1000W @1Ohm out of it. Will the ESX be weaker because it moves less air or is it all about the Wattage? 5:02 I heard something different, that the Amp should have more Watts because it should never peak because of distortions, heat and possible protection mode. It's always good to have power to spare, like Power Supplies imo. It's not like there is no knob to reduce the volume :D
It sounds like you are saying you installed an amp and subs, but are getting no sound from them. This issue has a few different causes. We recommend contacting technical support for help. If you purchased your gear from us, we recommend contacting our technical support for help. Their toll free phone number can be found on the order invoice. If you purchased your gear elsewhere and they cannot help, we recommend contacting the manufacturer for help.
We will be happy to help make a recommendation between then. To get started: Which model Kicker and Rockford Fosgate have you narrowed it down to? How would you describe the bass sound you seek? Any other criteria you have for the bass? Also, is there a specific amp you plan on using in this system?
You absolutely can build a customer box. You want to build the box with the right internal volume for the subwoofer, and use high quality materials like MDF.
@@crutchfield awesome thanks! I want to be able to fit it in my truck, but I don’t have my truck yet so I don’t know what I’ll need, and I’m trying to make it fit as snug and incognito as possible.
Hi 👋 Sir , I am looking for Good brand Subwoofer class AB 12” for stereo amplifier Parasound pre amplifier P6. Not for car Perhaps ???Please advise which brand to buy, Lots of class D is available , waiting for your reply thanks 🙏 Sir.
@@crutchfield Sir , Yes for home use with stereo amplifier, SVS l have in mind, but I want class AB amplification, l don’t want class D. Audiophile standards. Only for music slow classical rocks.
SVS uses Class D amps in all their powered subwoofers. Keeping their typically subwoofer attributes in mind such as power, frequency range, and such, there is an ELAC Varro RS700-SB subwoofer that comes to mind: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_970RS700SB/item.html
Check this out--if you can slide it under a rear seat or perhaps behind the rear seats, this one packs a punch! www.crutchfield.com/I-rFBKc384/p_13693334/JL-Audio-ACS110LG-TW1.html?tp=114
We will be happy to help check if its possible to put them into a bigger box. Which version of the Kicker CompVR 12" subwoofers do you have? What type of box are you using now? What is the internal box volume (air space) for each subwoofer?
Those subs and a matching amp can be added to a vehicle with a Bose sound system in a vehicle with a regular engine (not a hybrid or an electric vehicle). A line output converter is recommended to help restore the bass back to unadjusted preamp level audio but technically, an amp with speaker level inputs will also work (just not as clear). We have advisors that can discuss your goals and give a personal recommendation on a setup that will work. Here's how to reach them: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
I want an enclosed woofer. But I don't know anything man. I want an enclosed sub but only 800$ to spend idk where to even start I need all the things for a car setup. Need help please
Hi Brandon, we're glad to help. To verify, you want one sub? Any fit restrictions? What types of music do you listen to? What do you plan to use for power?
@@crutchfield I figured out a setup, 2000watt mono amp paired with a 1600watt 10 inch sub, 2000 watt wiring kit and a 2.5 farad capacitor, as well as the recommended box for the sub. All Skar products
Actually you need amp that is about 30% more powerfull than your sub/subs to get the clean RMS power. Less powerfull amp will cause distortion/clipping and eventually blow your sub.
GanG914 only if u don’t kno tf u doing I’m running a 4K amp on. A 6800rms 15 and I don’t clip ? Still shaking my windows and doing 154.8 dB (or did in my old car whit same setup) haven’t tested new
I have a shallow mount rockford 10. 300 rms 600 peak, I run a prime 500x1d, which pushes 643 rms at 2 ohms.. i just know that I'm "technically" overpowering it and am careful
Hi I am looking for kind of an idea of what sub and amp I should replace the factory with I've got a 2006 Civic EX coupe I'm kind of after a sub that acts a bit more bass that's smoother
We can help with that and have advisors here to discuss your goals in greater detail to give you a personal recommendation for all the gear needed to meet it. Here's how to reach us for this help: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
A single 8" subwoofer can provide rich and punchy bass for your 4-door sedan without being overpowering. The Alpine S2-SB8 PrismaLink enclosure in the link below would be an excellent choice, and it can handle up-to 300-watts RMS! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc166/p_500S2SB8/Alpine-S2-SB8.html
Another disadvantage to a woofer is the weight. It will change your gas mileage as they're very heavy. I'm just wondering about that box on the video. Is that big enough? Don't car subs need these huge monstrosities to maximize bass response? I've also always wondered about power to the amp. I've seen videos and pics of guys actually putting 1 or 2 extra car batteries in their trunks (in addition to the normal car battery under the hood) to power their powerful systems. When do you need that extra power, and won't that put heavy stress on the alternator?
Most of the subwoofer boxes shown in this video are preloaded from the manufacturer and built for optimum performance. Ported boxes do play louder than sealed boxes. That's another way to get the most out of a bass system. Another way is to build one that needs a lot of power. Each vehicle will vary on how much aftermarket gear can be added before additional power is needed. A second battery is a way to help get that extra power without upgrading the alternator. Adding a second battery does increase the efficiency of the alternator, but does not increase the use of it. Typically, 750-1000 watts RMS is the starting point at which a second battery is needed
adding a full sound system to your car wouldnt be greater than the weight of no more than a passenger or two, so to say it would vary your mpg is almost comical. most average car audio setups use your cars normal battery for it. it does just fine as you only use your speakers when your car is on.
@@micheleberg4922 Well, there's a reason car manufacturers use "donut" spare tires rather than full-sized ones, and that's because the added weight of full-sized ones would decrease gas mileage. That's the same reason that real race cars take everything out of the interior besides the driver-side seat. The added weight changes the driving characteristics of the car. So, yes, realistically, big subs with big boxes would negatively affect gas mileage. And technically, gas mileage decreases with more people in the car. That's why car manufacturers publish MPH ratings when tested with only the driver.
You can actually get a sealed AND ported box which is like a 50/50 blend of both rather than 100% sealed or 100% ported. I have a 15 inch fusion sub (125RMS and 600 watt maximum) running on twin quad Chanel 650 (125 RMS) watt pioneer amps in a sealed and ported box and it sounds beautiful.
Is it the old or new body? Did it come with a factory Alpine system? What are you using to power the other speakers in your Jeep? What types of music to you listen to most often?
I know this is an older video but I’m curious if anyone can help me out here. I have a 2007 Toyota Avalon with the JBL synthesis system. I’m thinking about replacing the sub in the rear deck with a better quality sub but also moving it from the rear deck to a box. Would this be possible, and is it a good idea or would there be issues with the sound because of the hole in the rear deck from where the subwoofer once was?
The hole left open isn't expected to cause any issues. The biggest concern is the low power of the stock amp. Subs installed into the rear deck (free air) can produce bass at decent volume levels with less power being needed than when they are installed into a sub box. You can get around this issue by installing a new amp with the new sub/box
Hi Damien! Did that Impala come with the factory Bose system? Have you upgraded the receiver, or is it still stock? There is a decent amount of space in the trunk for a more traditional box or there are options that fit under many seats. How much thump would you like: Round out the music kind of thump or wake the neighbors kind of thump? 😀
So if the subwoof amp needs to be connected to a car’s battery would that shorten the life span of the battery over time quicker? Any body that knows more about this that can answer for me 🙏
Hello, where can i buy the Custom Trim Finishing Surround Subwoofer 10 of them? I can't find them anywhere online, and I need them for Pioneer 10" subwoofers,Thank you all for all the information
On Friday I'm getting 2 12in baseline subs and a 1500 watt Amp for 555 dollars completely installed is that decent for the price I don't know much about subs
That is always hard to gauge even with a complete list of the brand and model of all the gear because the cost of labor can widely vary in different areas of the country. We recommend getting the model numbers for all the gear and checking with other installers in your area to see what they would charge to install it
That really comes down to the amount of bass that you're looking for. For most systems, a single 12" sub will get the job done, but if you're looking for extremely strong bass output, then a pair of 12" subs is a great way to go.
I need to match of 500watts rms subwoofer on a 500watts rms monoblock at 2OHM ( 300watts rms at 4OHM & 500watts at 2OHM ) my question is : for best performance and undamaged the subwoofer and amplifier, better im running what impedance ?? 2OHM or 4OHM ?? can I running 4OHM 300watts rms monoblock on a 500watts rms subwoofer ? or better im running 2OHM 500watts rms amp on 500watts rms subwoofer ?? ( 300w pair 500w or 500w pair 500w )
For the best performance of the sub and amp ideally you want to match the rms and impedance of the sub to an amp with that same rms and impedance. You don't want to power your sub over the stated rms, but you also don't want to severely underpower the sub or you will get distortion. If your sub can wire to 2 ohms that will be best for the amplifier. A lower impedance is less resistance on the amp and the amp will not have to work as hard to power the sub. What sub and amp do you have?
@@crutchfield @Crutchfield nice info 👍👍 thanks for advice, my amp and sub : Kenwood kac-5001ps mono class D & JBL stadium 1224 of sub, cheap setup 😄😄 ( my kenwood rated 500w rms on 2OHM + 300w rms on 4OHM & same power JBL stadium sub rated 500w rms @ 1500w peak ) sorry im newbie on car audio system, all speaker is stock, im only add 1 sub and 1 amp for bass only, my friend say power amp can get overheating if running lower impedance (2OHM), im confuse now because my amp is rated can 2OHM capability
Is it ok to mix subwoofer sizes? I listen to 70's & 80's rock, 80's & 90's metal, country, and alternative. No heavy duty bass like dubstep, bassnectar, or rap. I was thinking about a 6.5" behind one front seat & 8" sub behind the other seat both in a sealed enclosure wiht the drivers pointing at the ceiling in a 17 CRV. Does it matter if you have 2 different subs that are different sizes?
A sealed box is the best for the accuracy with any bass audio. We have advisors here that you can discuss all your goals and get a personal recommendation on a new subwoofer system. Here's how to reach us for this help: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
I have a memphis mxamcapp hidden bluetooth reciever in 69 ford ltd. The reciever has front and rear subwoofer rca plugs. My question is if it is a 50wx4, could I push a single 10in sub without adding more power? Was going to put this in the trunk.
No, the amplifier built into the receiver is a full range signal, and is no capable of driving a subwoofer, you will need an external amplifier for a subwoofer.
Hi Jay! JL Audio makes some excellent 12" subwoofers, that can handle a lot of power, and sound amazing. Reach out to us to speak with one of our Advisors. We will be able to go over your needs a little more, and get you set up with a system that will work best for you! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
Hey, I’ve recently got a pair of 12” kickers and I have them on a Jensen 600w amp rated 250x1 rms but I cannot play my radio anything over volume 25/45 is that because my subs are receiving to much power?
@@crutchfield the amp isn’t going into protect mode, but it’s rather as if the subs aren’t able to play that type of note and it’s just vibrating a bit. When it goes over 30 it sounds shaky and the bass reduces basically 10x what it was
@@crutchfield nope, stock radio 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe sport infinity package, with a Jensen 600w amp and 2 12” kickers idk what type exactly as they were gifts. But it has yellow stitching with comp written at exactly 6 o clock of the k in the middle
If you're looking to add a sub, but don't have a lot of space, you can always use a compact powered sub that slides under your front seat. We have several of those to choose from. Have you upgraded anything else in your system or is everything still factory?
I want some subs not to big that made loud and great bass but not trunk shaking loud maybe little a bit of shake not to agressive to the point of breaking my car but I need help with what brand watt, and what amp is the best for the bass and clearness I need help!!! Also trying to install and aftermarket maybe pioneer screen!
Hi! Feel free to chat with us online or by phone. We would be happy to discuss your upgrades a little further, and make a solid, personalized recommendation! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
It is generally advisable to have more amp than the speaker calls for, not less. For. 200 watt speaker, 250 watts clean will do less damage than 150 watts distorted. Assuming, of course, you don't bottom out.
Not necessarily. You want to be close so you don’t run the risk of burn up your subs. I Called JL audio and recommends 750 watt amp for my 800 watt subs
For a nissan exterra, what size is going to sound good? There's a Rockville 10" 500watt built in amp/sub combo I'm looking at. Idk if it's going to thump or be hollowy. Or if the 6.5"300watt is ideal. Help !
Yes you just have to check dimensions to male sure it fits but u also should check the airspace for box against what is reccomended. Alot of times when a brand sells a sub n box together there usually paired pretty well. If you sub box is a little small on airspace u can still try it see how it sounds and u can also add ?fiberfill? Or something like that and it will help it sound better
How much bass you want vs how much groceries you want 😂😂😂 best level of example
Thushi Mj always got the middle seat. Unless you have a fun car that doesn’t😂
Charlie L u can but ur subs under the backseats that have ventilations holes that are on the sides of the seats they are not that bad looking
R3NyB 26 I would totally do that if I could afford it😭😂
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For example my Honda Civic with 2 15’s I can basically have 2 bags of groceries in my trunk gahaga
bought some really good speakers now i need a car
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@@navenpillay 😂😂😂😂
ay four months later... did you ever get a car?
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I knew I wasn't the only one that did that before lol 😆
this is probably the most professional video about subs on youtube. answers a lot of questions.
Facts.
Having been in car audio since 1997 and having a degree in electronics, I can say this is a good video for beginners. I like all of the explanations of the different types. Very good.
what you think about Skar audio?
@@romanperez4727dog shi although i think they've come a long way.
I'm officially a crutchfield fanboy. No idea what i was doing this weekend dropping that kind of money on a sytem having no idea about nothing. When i came to my senses and reached out to costumer support with my concern; they checked all the orders i made in the last 3 days and said the parts i chose would indeed go well toward making a great system. Thank you, Tom.
Thanks for the feedback and the story! We will let Tom know his help was appreciated!! We offer lifetime technical support that can help guide you through any installation hiccups or questions. Their phone number is included on the order invoice to help make it easy to reach them
tThese guys have some of the best customer service, hands down. Highly recommended.
You forgot to mention how it gets addicting lol I started with a single 8 on 100 watts now I’m at two 15’s on 3500 watts in a box that is so big I had to assemble it in my trunk!
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Same here went from a single 12 on around 25 to 50 W in my bedroom to 2 18’s on 6500 W
1452 u gonna go deaf that’s too much power to ur ears
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Lol
Thanks, that answers a lot of questions.
The thing he didn't mention was 'free air', which is subwoofer put usually on rear deck. This option is good for guys who want low bass sub, that doesn't take so much space.
I would say get an amplifier that has at least 50% more power than the RMS rating. Because of the impedance rise caused by the box, your sub will never see anywhere near the power that your amp puts out at nominal load. Also, it’s better to have a bigger amp running low than having a smaller amp running at it’s limit all the time.
Exactly, the sub will only suck in the amount of power it needs and it is not recommended to have the amp gain at max to give some buffer so the amp will last a long time
so for a 300rms sub you get what? 450rms amp? ahahhaa funny and waste of money on the amp.
@@tholo86😂
I would never say what you said. The only reason to get a more powerful amp would be if in the future you knew you were going to add another sub. In other words, the video is correct. For instance, 200 watts = 150-200 watt amp... _NOT 300 watts!_
Regarding amp/s and upgrade/s, it would also have to deduce possibly more channels, such as going from 2 or 4 to 8, in the case of going active on the mid-woofers, tweeters, (mids), keeping the original sub amp and then replacing the other amp with enough channels, or possibly _two_ more amps, (depends). In this case, you would probably want to get rid of the original amp and just add two amps with enough power and channels (with DSP). (Again, depends.)* And, on and on and...!
*If the low, deep sub sound is upgraded/more powerful and drowns out most everything else, well, some people may like that, but most people probably will not.
"Also, it’s better to have a bigger amp running low than having a smaller amp running at it’s limit all the time."
That, in no manner or form, applies! If it does, that's because the system was not properly configured/designed/wired/powered. And, for the most part, and the vast majority of the time, "impedance rise caused by the box" is not even relevant. Again, all of the previous.
IOW, your post is bad advice. Don't get insulted. Take this as a learning experience.
Obviously, someone such as yourself should have a pro do the design/installation according to your budget. Or, at least the design according to your taste/budget, choose the equipment/wiring, and you do the installation.
To whoever: Crutchfield has great service!
I’m watching this video because I decided to buy a sub BECAUSE I just learned this in my ECE lab 2 days ago LMFAO
To all you new/young drivers it’s better to be the person with the cool stereo system than to be the person that drives to fast wants to race and put peoples lives in danger every time you get into a vehicle. True playing loud music and not being considerate of other people and time of day it is can maybe get you a ticket by police. But no one with a loud stereo has gotten there license taken away or car towed or killed anyone-SPEEDING on the other hand is not an IF but A WHEN it will all go wrong and all the above could happen. And it’s a good argument for your parents to say I want a nice stereo system so I can enjoy my car and to drive slower to enjoy my music. Insurance doesn’t care what Audio you have in your car and your friends will always know when you’ve arrived-sometimes know when your around the block. But be considerate and you’ll never have a problem. And it’s a cool hobby and has a huge community all with mostly good folks always willing to help someone new to the audio world 🔊🔊
Sub VS golf clubs.... dude hits my middle age hard with that one.
Quite the dilemma! 😃
JL Audio makes the best enclosed subwoofers from 8s to 12s.Deep clean bass.
B2audio! 12inch subs!!
This guy is cool! The way he explains things.
3:10 15s sealed in a proper box will go low and loud . Usually the same size box for a ported 12 .
Is it easy to detach and reatach a sub whenever we need to have more cargo area...
Prashanth Kolli
Depends on what you call easy. A subwoofer is very easy, it’s two wires to detach per sub.
The amp is taking off at least 5 wires, radio, RCAs, Power, and ground.
It’s pretty easy, just unplug two wires - one for positive terminal and one for negative terminal and remove the box. You just need to make sure those wires don’t touch each other and hopefully nothing metal
If you make it easy to remove the sub you make it easy to steal it too. I'm going to bolt mine in with multiple kinds of security screws.
Everything from Mozart to Metallica has bass...
...And Justice for All has left the chat
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It's a hard decision because I would like the way 2 10s would hit in a sealed box, but I also like the way dual 12s in a ported box would sound. I think I would go with 12s in a ported box though. Won't hit as hard but still get kind of the best of both ..mainly sound quality.
It's a popular choice!
@@crutchfield You guys locate in Brooklyn ??
What you end up doing?
Man. I used to have a thumping system in the back of a Jeep Wrangler. Sound was awsome!!
The fact that he commented on how much room for gold clubs is funny because that's literally my only concern with adding a sub.
Yes! That's always important!! 🙂⛳
yup thats all i need man im going to best buy tmr morning and getting sub installed with no doubt in my mind
This man explains this so damn good
Thank you! This was very helpful
You're welcome! If you need anything further, please let us know.
I just got a new 12” 600watt rms with a 800 watt rms amp, and I’m very impressed by the performance, it’s only one sub and it produces more than enough bass, I can’t really listen to it at max volume because I don’t want to go deaf 😂
lol We are glad to know that you are enjoying your gear! Which sub and amp models are you using in your system? What process did you follow to set the gain on the amp?
did u get a ported box?
@@jeremym8869 yes
@@crutchfield I actually blew a fuse when I tried to install it so I took it to an audio shop and they set it up. It worked great but ig they set the gain too high or something, because I burnt the voice coil in 4 days 😭. It was covered under warranty tho so I got it replaced :)
Thanks so much. Just got my first car. And I'm just trying to learn the basics of how to work these 😂 good thing there's youtube
Thank you for the kind words 🥰👍. We provide lifetime Technical Support with all products purchased from Crutchfield, so we are always able to assist you in getting installed and setup properly!
Looking at getting a spare tire sub. A powered version that gives me bass, but keeps the space in the trunk. I only lose the small tool kit that sits in my spare tire while its mounted. The only issue, I wonder if my spare tire can be mounted face down?
Do you have a specific sub model in mind?
@@crutchfield The JBL Basspro Hub. The powered version. I'm looking to put it into a 2015 Mazda 6. I have the non Bose stereo.
Why would you want to mount the spare tire facing the opposite direction? With the offset on most passenger car wheels, you cannot flip the spare upside-down and still mount it in your spare tire stowage location under the rear storage area. The JBL subwoofer mounts inside the spare tire and would require your spare to be mounted in the original orientation.
Sealed is always better. Why? Sound Quality. Yes, ported can hit harder at a particular frequency. But you end up with port noise, and possible mechanical noise from the woofer itself (the excursion noise). Some people don't notice it, or simply don't care. Only get the sub in a tiny plastic housing with amp built in if you are pressed for room. Those kinds of things can fit under the seat, but they wont sound as good as a dedicated sub in a box, with an external amp.
My first system I ever had was a 12" kicker in a sealed box in my 1993 del sol. I loved that system. Kicker speakers all around, single kicker 12." You could literally hear me coming down the street. My buddy would always say "I heard you coming" and it wasn't anything special. I didn't have 1000 watts of sub power. I had the door speakers connected to the headunit power (pioneer, so 15w x4) and then one of those walmart crunch amps. Way back when I didn't know shit. Got the 12" kicker from the audio shop next door, they gave me a deal. The box was a "build it yourself" kit where you glue it and it came with straps to hold it together until the glue dried. I used nails to make it stronger when I glued it along with the straps, and later cut the straps. It hit hard. It rattled your chest. And then my next car was a 06 s2000. And I had a ported box and it never sounded "right." Then after that I traded the s2k in for an 2005 subaru wrx sti.... At that point I bought a dual 12" ported box combo (subs came in the box) and again, there was port noise and just never sounded as good as sealed. Ended up being an idiot and giving the subs too much power and it fried them. Because I wanted that hard hitting bass I used to get with my sealed system. And then I finally went back to sealed. A single 12" 500 watt rms capable subwoofer, and threw 500 watts rms into it. And sure enough, it hit harder, and sounded better than that dual 12" ported box. Ported boxes are only good at one frequency. And usually its a frequency music barely ever hits. Sure great for competitions but musically, its crap.
Now the idea of those double camber builds. Where you have either two separate ports for front/rear of speaker or half sealed and half ported, those might hit well musically. But a typical ported box, trash.
Finally somebody that feels the same way I do I just can't stand that fuzzy loose soft muddy base from a ported box. And yes I have tuned higher and use different subs tried it all I am not satisfied with ported base.
yall are miscalculating the size of the ported box or the size of the trunk its going in to
@@dallasjohnson7492 not at all. Ported sucks. Period. Ive been to tons of car shows and the one thing in common was ported boxes have port noise. Even when its in a trunk of a car, you still hear the port noise. In 13 years of hearing systems, ive NEVER heart a ported system beat the sound quality of a sealed system. Do ported get louder? Sure, but loud isnt always better. Quality matters more. And the best quality you can get is from sealed.
most helpful video i’ve watched
This dude has the best tutorials I have ever seen
Glad you liked the video, Jordan! We'll try to keep 'em coming! :-)
I just want to go as low as I can at a reasonable db level. So I can sit and enjoy all of the music. Don’t need to rattle the trunk or make the sheet metal twerk..but hearing how the music was intended.. not too much to ask?
I upgraded my door speakers and head unit, now I need an amplifier and a subwoofer to complete my sound system
(The brand I use is pioneer)
We offer a few different Pioneer subs and amps to help meet many different sounds and performance levels, and recommend contacting an advisor to discuss your specific goals to get a personal recommendation. Here's how to reach us for this help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
Really good video series y’all have going on for beginners!!!
Great video!! I just bought a DS18 1500w and two 12" subwoofers and a touchscreen pioneer radio. I have a 2004 Chevy Blazer that it's going in. They are going to be installing it next week. I hope I picked out a decent sub, amp and radio for this vehicle. As you can tell, this is my first time doing anything like this. Fingers crossed.
how is it?
@@shortboy9725 It is plenty for me. I didnt want something that was going to peel the paint off the SUV every time the bass hit lol. I'm very satisfied. I really like the fact that you can still hear the song as the bass hit. It's perfect for me. I havent even had it full blast yet lol.
one 12" is all i need
A classic.
Crutchfield what amp do I need for 2 15-pr10d4v2 Memphis thanks
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@@scarletbeckett7075 i always score below average
First I wanted to say that your video gave me an idea of what I should buy and it helped me so much. Thanks. Also I wanted to ask what is that kicker sub in the back?
The one shown around time 2:04 is the Kicker CompC loaded box:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_206DCWC122/item.html
Can you Please do a video rating the best all inclusive Powered Sub/Amp kits for under $500
No
I have a 2004 mazda 3.. im thinking of upgrading the stereo and speakers and maybe a sub... if i put in a sub will it be ok to just use the factory stereo? how will i go about upgrading the factory stereo on a car like this?? thanks.
Sounds like you could use more personalized help! Get in touch with one of our advisors! bit.ly/2KP1zS3
@@crutchfield Thank you, ive decided to keep the factory stereo and speakers and just add a sub, im getting a powered subwoofer installed on thursday😊
Hi ihave 2 dvc subwoofers 4 ohms 400rms each if i connect to parallell 800rms combination at 1ohms my amplifier is 1800rms in 1 ohms this not overpower the amplifier thanks
Hi Sonnel,
If your subwoofers can each take 400 watts RMS, you will need an amplifier that will deliver 800 watts RMS at 1ohm, or 4ohm.
If your amplifier is delivering 1800 watts RMS at 1ohm, you are overdriving your subwoofers.
Feel free to reach out to us if you would like product advice on which amp would best suit your application.
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
I got Skar 18” in my Mini Cooper
WTF?! How's is that even possible?!
No more trunk for you
To big budd may sound good but a smaller speaker is better
Stiffe lol no😂 Do you know what you’re talking about? No, no you don’t 😂
@@toffiebezzie1921 LOL?! Yes he does. A Mini has less air space than say, a truck or SUV, so a smaller sub WOULD be more appropriate, some people's tastes may vary.
Super helpful video, thank you JR!
We are glad JR's video helped! Let us know when we can help again
I have the small angled 1x11 kicker speaker in my kia soul and it works good, but it gets hot even with maxed out AC. Nothing is set too high.
What I don't understand is that good quality component speakers already can play a very strong base. Isn't that good enough for a good base sound already? I guess a good subwoofer just adds to the base, overall music quality and helps create more surround sound as if you have the subwoofer sound coming from the back of the car traveling forward?
It is true that high-quality component speakers have great bass, but you cannot equal the dynamics, impact, and low tones of large subwoofers with a properly matched amp. If you want impressive and deep bass that you can feel, aftermarket subwoofers are the move!
@@crutchfield It is just hard for me to imagine you can create a deep base you can feel without shaking the entire car. Is that what people get a subwoofer for-- just to make the entire car shake? Or as another option, does the subwoofer create (when not on high volume to shake the car) with just enough base simply a more dynamic and impactful sound experience but at the same time without the entire car shaking? Another thing I heard (still trying to understand this) is that when the subwoofer plays the base, it means you don't have to put the controls to high base for the rest of the speakers and then the rest of the speakers can focus more on the mid base and higher frequency. I can't wait to hear all of this in my new system.
The amount of vibration is related to the size and power of the subwoofer you choose to install. Tt's really all down to your personal needs. Smaller and less powerful subwoofers provide rich, deep bass without unnecessary vibration, while larger more powerful subwoofers of course will vibrate your vehicle more. You will be able to adjust your radio's EQ and turn down the bass on the radio to provide more clarity to your main speakers, it's true! This means not only does your subwoofer sound great all the main speakers will sound a little bit cleaner!
I just got alpines put in every speaker now I need an amp and the woofer itself nd I think this helped with what I’d need 🤙🏽
Alpine is a great choice! Would you like help choosing an amp?
@@crutchfield yes I’m new when it comes to subwoofers, what amp and subwoofer would u recommend that would be cheapest to go with the speakers?
Do you want to power the new speakers with the amp too? If so, what model are they and how many? Do you need a sub box?
Different types of enclosure/install areas:
Infinite baffle most clean less watts needed and without sacrificing much lows, sub needs to have a high qts above or around .50
Sealed right cubic feet best sound quality sacrificing some room filling lows.
Ported best for boom needs right cubic feet and also huge lows can be tuned unlike out of all these with port area and length, tuning range is usually 50hz-28hz i love me a higher tuned box depthy soul filling punch less boom.
Band pass need to learn more on it but from what i know most superior for the really huge lows like around 28hz
Anyways after some learning and installing/experimenting I still would go with IB easiest space saved and still really good whether through rear deck or through the rear seat hole mounted with a mdf bord and sealed with some pool noodles.
I'm watching this thinking, "I should be writing this stuff down so I know what to look for when I upgrade my bass"
Thank You.Iam confused between pioneer 1212D4,JL 12W0and DD audio 512. I want durability and Better sound quality.I have to purchase mono amp and enclosure separately.
We had seen your other post and replied there with our questions to help choose between the two we are familiar with how they sound.
So i just got a new car and the door speakers are real clear just not deep bass, had 2 12’s previously and was a little much. Just want something that’s a good deep bass for rap but also not shaking my whole car any suggestions?
We will be happy to help recommend one for you. What vehicle is this going into? Which radio will the new sub setup be connected to; the factory radio or an aftermarket radio?
I have an Axton CAB609 which is 2x 12" Woofers with 250W RMS, these are 2x 4Ohm so 2Ohm parallel...
I have an eye on a ESX 1x 12" Woofer with 2x2Ohm and I could get 1000W @1Ohm out of it.
Will the ESX be weaker because it moves less air or is it all about the Wattage?
5:02 I heard something different, that the Amp should have more Watts because it should never peak because of distortions, heat and possible protection mode. It's always good to have power to spare, like Power Supplies imo. It's not like there is no knob to reduce the volume :D
What model amp are you planning to use?
my pick is the dual 13W7AE-D1.5 with custom ported box and sound deadening for the trunk
I insert a app and a subwoofer for not the door speakers doesn't make no sounds what should I do
It sounds like you are saying you installed an amp and subs, but are getting no sound from them. This issue has a few different causes. We recommend contacting technical support for help. If you purchased your gear from us, we recommend contacting our technical support for help. Their toll free phone number can be found on the order invoice. If you purchased your gear elsewhere and they cannot help, we recommend contacting the manufacturer for help.
Ok i get it this is how we chose the right one but how do we chose the left speaker
I have a extended cab toyota and im trying to get 4 10's and 2 1200 wat amp but I can't decide between kicker and rockford Fosgate
We will be happy to help make a recommendation between then. To get started:
Which model Kicker and Rockford Fosgate have you narrowed it down to?
How would you describe the bass sound you seek?
Any other criteria you have for the bass?
Also, is there a specific amp you plan on using in this system?
Can you build your own custom box? Or is the construction really important to the sound quality and durability of the sub?
You absolutely can build a customer box. You want to build the box with the right internal volume for the subwoofer, and use high quality materials like MDF.
@@crutchfield awesome thanks! I want to be able to fit it in my truck, but I don’t have my truck yet so I don’t know what I’ll need, and I’m trying to make it fit as snug and incognito as possible.
Hi 👋 Sir , I am looking for Good brand Subwoofer class AB 12” for stereo amplifier Parasound pre amplifier P6. Not for car Perhaps ???Please advise which brand to buy, Lots of class D is available , waiting for your reply thanks 🙏 Sir.
Just to make sure we understand, you are looking for a 12" powered subwoofer that uses class AB amplification?
@@crutchfield Sir , Yes for home use with stereo amplifier, SVS l have in mind, but I want class AB amplification, l don’t want class D. Audiophile standards. Only for music slow classical rocks.
SVS uses Class D amps in all their powered subwoofers. Keeping their typically subwoofer attributes in mind such as power, frequency range, and such, there is an ELAC Varro RS700-SB subwoofer that comes to mind:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_970RS700SB/item.html
What should I get for a 1999 f250 crew cab I want to hear bass and I want the amplifier alll in one
Check this out--if you can slide it under a rear seat or perhaps behind the rear seats, this one packs a punch! www.crutchfield.com/I-rFBKc384/p_13693334/JL-Audio-ACS110LG-TW1.html?tp=114
After a lot of research i am now ready to get a sub
Which sub did you land on?
I have 2 kicker compvr 12's, sundown audio sfb1000d im looking for box dimensions to help produce more bass
We will be happy to help check if its possible to put them into a bigger box. Which version of the Kicker CompVR 12" subwoofers do you have? What type of box are you using now? What is the internal box volume (air space) for each subwoofer?
can i add the kicker dual 12s on top of my bose system i have in my nissan?
Those subs and a matching amp can be added to a vehicle with a Bose sound system in a vehicle with a regular engine (not a hybrid or an electric vehicle). A line output converter is recommended to help restore the bass back to unadjusted preamp level audio but technically, an amp with speaker level inputs will also work (just not as clear). We have advisors that can discuss your goals and give a personal recommendation on a setup that will work. Here's how to reach them:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
Very good and clear video
Thanks!
I want an enclosed woofer. But I don't know anything man. I want an enclosed sub but only 800$ to spend idk where to even start I need all the things for a car setup. Need help please
Hi Brandon, we're glad to help. To verify, you want one sub? Any fit restrictions? What types of music do you listen to? What do you plan to use for power?
@@crutchfield I figured out a setup, 2000watt mono amp paired with a 1600watt 10 inch sub, 2000 watt wiring kit and a 2.5 farad capacitor, as well as the recommended box for the sub. All Skar products
Actually you need amp that is about 30% more powerfull than your sub/subs to get the clean RMS power. Less powerfull amp will cause distortion/clipping and eventually blow your sub.
Only if you turn the gain up. Underpowering a sub can't hurt it.
GanG914 only if u don’t kno tf u doing I’m running a 4K amp on. A 6800rms 15 and I don’t clip ? Still shaking my windows and doing 154.8 dB (or did in my old car whit same setup) haven’t tested new
@@stiffe9608 What sub are you running?
@@silvereagle90000 unless it clips
I have a shallow mount rockford 10. 300 rms 600 peak, I run a prime 500x1d, which pushes 643 rms at 2 ohms.. i just know that I'm "technically" overpowering it and am careful
Hi I am looking for kind of an idea of what sub and amp I should replace the factory with I've got a 2006 Civic EX coupe I'm kind of after a sub that acts a bit more bass that's smoother
We can help with that and have advisors here to discuss your goals in greater detail to give you a personal recommendation for all the gear needed to meet it. Here's how to reach us for this help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
Very informative video 👍🏼
Thanks for checking it out, Prashanth!
Great Video! Thank you 🔥👏💪🫶
You're welcome. It's great to hear that you found it helpful! 🙂
What subwoofer can I put on a smart for the best performance?
We are happy to help. It seems like you are working with a Smart car. What is the year and model of yours?
What yall think about a single 8inch for a 4 door sedan
A single 8" subwoofer can provide rich and punchy bass for your 4-door sedan without being overpowering. The Alpine S2-SB8 PrismaLink enclosure in the link below would be an excellent choice, and it can handle up-to 300-watts RMS!
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc166/p_500S2SB8/Alpine-S2-SB8.html
Another disadvantage to a woofer is the weight. It will change your gas mileage as they're very heavy. I'm just wondering about that box on the video. Is that big enough? Don't car subs need these huge monstrosities to maximize bass response? I've also always wondered about power to the amp. I've seen videos and pics of guys actually putting 1 or 2 extra car batteries in their trunks (in addition to the normal car battery under the hood) to power their powerful systems. When do you need that extra power, and won't that put heavy stress on the alternator?
Most of the subwoofer boxes shown in this video are preloaded from the manufacturer and built for optimum performance. Ported boxes do play louder than sealed boxes. That's another way to get the most out of a bass system. Another way is to build one that needs a lot of power. Each vehicle will vary on how much aftermarket gear can be added before additional power is needed. A second battery is a way to help get that extra power without upgrading the alternator. Adding a second battery does increase the efficiency of the alternator, but does not increase the use of it. Typically, 750-1000 watts RMS is the starting point at which a second battery is needed
adding a full sound system to your car wouldnt be greater than the weight of no more than a passenger or two, so to say it would vary your mpg is almost comical. most average car audio setups use your cars normal battery for it. it does just fine as you only use your speakers when your car is on.
@@micheleberg4922 Well, there's a reason car manufacturers use "donut" spare tires rather than full-sized ones, and that's because the added weight of full-sized ones would decrease gas mileage. That's the same reason that real race cars take everything out of the interior besides the driver-side seat. The added weight changes the driving characteristics of the car. So, yes, realistically, big subs with big boxes would negatively affect gas mileage.
And technically, gas mileage decreases with more people in the car. That's why car manufacturers publish MPH ratings when tested with only the driver.
You can actually get a sealed AND ported box which is like a 50/50 blend of both rather than 100% sealed or 100% ported. I have a 15 inch fusion sub (125RMS and 600 watt maximum) running on twin quad Chanel 650 (125 RMS) watt pioneer amps in a sealed and ported box and it sounds beautiful.
I never thought of that how was the box built half sealed half ported ?
What are you talking about? Sealed is sealed. You can't have a sealed box with a port. That makes it UNSEALED.
What would you guys recommend for a 4 door 2018 Jeep sports Wrangler? Best brands? Best size?
Is it the old or new body? Did it come with a factory Alpine system? What are you using to power the other speakers in your Jeep? What types of music to you listen to most often?
I know this is an older video but I’m curious if anyone can help me out here. I have a 2007 Toyota Avalon with the JBL synthesis system. I’m thinking about replacing the sub in the rear deck with a better quality sub but also moving it from the rear deck to a box. Would this be possible, and is it a good idea or would there be issues with the sound because of the hole in the rear deck from where the subwoofer once was?
The hole left open isn't expected to cause any issues. The biggest concern is the low power of the stock amp. Subs installed into the rear deck (free air) can produce bass at decent volume levels with less power being needed than when they are installed into a sub box. You can get around this issue by installing a new amp with the new sub/box
@ Thank you so much!
We are always here to help!👍🥰
Love your video I gotta 06 impala I'd like to know where to put one 10" subwoofer and box in
Hi Damien! Did that Impala come with the factory Bose system? Have you upgraded the receiver, or is it still stock? There is a decent amount of space in the trunk for a more traditional box or there are options that fit under many seats. How much thump would you like: Round out the music kind of thump or wake the neighbors kind of thump? 😀
6.5 sinful sound sub, 500 watt Audiopipe amp in a 2017 tacoma
talk about feeling it in the front seat
So if the subwoof amp needs to be connected to a car’s battery would that shorten the life span of the battery over time quicker?
Any body that knows more about this that can answer for me 🙏
You'll want to wire the amp so it comes on when you turn the car on to ensure you don't drain your battery.
Great video, about to look at crutchfield for a sub
Hello, where can i buy the Custom Trim Finishing Surround Subwoofer 10 of them? I can't find them anywhere online, and I need them for Pioneer 10" subwoofers,Thank you all for all the information
Hi Brad, sorry to tell you, we do not offer them. You may want to try the manufacturer directly for other options to fit your subs.
@@crutchfield Thank you very much for your answer and have a nice day
Anytime!
Where can I find a sub box for my standard cab pickup
Hi Trevor, we're glad to help. What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle? What model sub do you have?
On Friday I'm getting 2 12in baseline subs and a 1500 watt Amp for 555 dollars completely installed is that decent for the price I don't know much about subs
That is always hard to gauge even with a complete list of the brand and model of all the gear because the cost of labor can widely vary in different areas of the country. We recommend getting the model numbers for all the gear and checking with other installers in your area to see what they would charge to install it
I cant decide if i should get two 12’ or one 12’😩😩
That really comes down to the amount of bass that you're looking for. For most systems, a single 12" sub will get the job done, but if you're looking for extremely strong bass output, then a pair of 12" subs is a great way to go.
I need to match of 500watts rms subwoofer on a 500watts rms monoblock at 2OHM ( 300watts rms at 4OHM & 500watts at 2OHM ) my question is : for best performance and undamaged the subwoofer and amplifier, better im running what impedance ?? 2OHM or 4OHM ?? can I running 4OHM 300watts rms monoblock on a 500watts rms subwoofer ? or better im running 2OHM 500watts rms amp on 500watts rms subwoofer ?? ( 300w pair 500w or 500w pair 500w )
For the best performance of the sub and amp ideally you want to match the rms and impedance of the sub to an amp with that same rms and impedance. You don't want to power your sub over the stated rms, but you also don't want to severely underpower the sub or you will get distortion. If your sub can wire to 2 ohms that will be best for the amplifier. A lower impedance is less resistance on the amp and the amp will not have to work as hard to power the sub. What sub and amp do you have?
@@crutchfield @Crutchfield nice info 👍👍 thanks for advice, my amp and sub : Kenwood kac-5001ps mono class D & JBL stadium 1224 of sub, cheap setup 😄😄 ( my kenwood rated 500w rms on 2OHM + 300w rms on 4OHM & same power JBL stadium sub rated 500w rms @ 1500w peak ) sorry im newbie on car audio system, all speaker is stock, im only add 1 sub and 1 amp for bass only, my friend say power amp can get overheating if running lower impedance (2OHM), im confuse now because my amp is rated can 2OHM capability
I got 2 12kickers, theyre only rated 300watts a piece but i have a 1100 watt 1 channel amp
Is it ok to mix subwoofer sizes? I listen to 70's & 80's rock, 80's & 90's metal, country, and alternative. No heavy duty bass like dubstep, bassnectar, or rap. I was thinking about a 6.5" behind one front seat & 8" sub behind the other seat both in a sealed enclosure wiht the drivers pointing at the ceiling in a 17 CRV.
Does it matter if you have 2 different subs that are different sizes?
You certainly can mix subwoofer sizes. Although you will get the best results using multiple so the same sub.
Whats the best for the clearest lyrics on bass
A sealed box is the best for the accuracy with any bass audio. We have advisors here that you can discuss all your goals and get a personal recommendation on a new subwoofer system. Here's how to reach us for this help:
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He’s pretty good 😂💪🏽
I have a memphis mxamcapp hidden bluetooth reciever in 69 ford ltd. The reciever has front and rear subwoofer rca plugs. My question is if it is a 50wx4, could I push a single 10in sub without adding more power? Was going to put this in the trunk.
No, the amplifier built into the receiver is a full range signal, and is no capable of driving a subwoofer, you will need an external amplifier for a subwoofer.
I need 12 inch speaker just loud and clear what kind do i need?
Hi Jay!
JL Audio makes some excellent 12" subwoofers, that can handle a lot of power, and sound amazing.
Reach out to us to speak with one of our Advisors. We will be able to go over your needs a little more, and get you set up with a system that will work best for you!
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I want two skar 12in subs that are 1200w max each. If I want the most out of them what should I get a 2500w max power amp?
What's the true continuous RMS power rating for your subs? (not peak/max power) Do they have single or dual voice coils?
Hey, I’ve recently got a pair of 12” kickers and I have them on a Jensen 600w amp rated 250x1 rms but I cannot play my radio anything over volume 25/45 is that because my subs are receiving to much power?
What's happening when you get to that volume level? Does the bass stop playing like the amp is shutting off?
@@crutchfield the amp isn’t going into protect mode, but it’s rather as if the subs aren’t able to play that type of note and it’s just vibrating a bit. When it goes over 30 it sounds shaky and the bass reduces basically 10x what it was
What are the specific amp and sub models? Are you using an aftermarket radio with pre outs?
@@crutchfield nope, stock radio 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe sport infinity package, with a Jensen 600w amp and 2 12” kickers idk what type exactly as they were gifts. But it has yellow stitching with comp written at exactly 6 o clock of the k in the middle
@@crutchfield kicker kisloc2 loc
I got a 2005 nissan frontier and i only have 2 seats so what do you think i should do?
If you're looking to add a sub, but don't have a lot of space, you can always use a compact powered sub that slides under your front seat. We have several of those to choose from. Have you upgraded anything else in your system or is everything still factory?
I want some subs not to big that made loud and great bass but not trunk shaking loud maybe little a bit of shake not to agressive to the point of breaking my car but I need help with what brand watt, and what amp is the best for the bass and clearness I need help!!! Also trying to install and aftermarket maybe pioneer screen!
We're glad to help. What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle? What are you using to power the other speakers?
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I just don’t know how to set it up
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Too many damn wires
@@Cageboygo to a stereo shop
Very well done. Thanks
So if I’m not a bass head and just want a solid, balanced amount of bass, would a single 12 inch enclosed woofer be good?
One subwoofer is definitely a good choice for a balanced system. 12" is a bit bigger than is needed. A 10" can do this job
@@crutchfield thanks!
Happy to help any time! If you have other questions, feel free to reach out. 😀
I have a 2008 tahoe. I'm looking for 2 12s and a amp. *limited trunk space* Any suggestions
Hi!
Feel free to chat with us online or by phone. We would be happy to discuss your upgrades a little further, and make a solid, personalized recommendation!
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It is generally advisable to have more amp than the speaker calls for, not less. For. 200 watt speaker, 250 watts clean will do less damage than 150 watts distorted. Assuming, of course, you don't bottom out.
Not necessarily. You want to be close so you don’t run the risk of burn up your subs. I Called JL audio and recommends 750 watt amp for my 800 watt subs
@@mildaudiophile3879 I second
whats the sub in the video with the 2 big kicker subs? like is there a model or something?
Yes, it's this one! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc384/p_206DCWC122/Kicker-44DCWC122.html?tp=64078
Any idea what subwoofer would work with a Sentra? My Kia spectra had 1200watts which was way too much.
One of our advisors would love to help you get the right set up for you car! bit.ly/2KP1zS3
For a nissan exterra, what size is going to sound good? There's a Rockville 10" 500watt built in amp/sub combo I'm looking at. Idk if it's going to thump or be hollowy. Or if the 6.5"300watt is ideal. Help !
Can i use the same amp..for 2 12s or 10s for bass. ..and two little speakers for the voice??
For help picking out amps for your subs and speakers, one of our advisors would love to help! bit.ly/2KP1zS3
Can I take out my sub woofer out of its original box and put in to a better box to save space
Yes you just have to check dimensions to male sure it fits but u also should check the airspace for box against what is reccomended. Alot of times when a brand sells a sub n box together there usually paired pretty well. If you sub box is a little small on airspace u can still try it see how it sounds and u can also add ?fiberfill? Or something like that and it will help it sound better