Decrease in subwoofer output
02-15-2018, 10:47 AM
#1
Three Wheelin'
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Decrease in subwoofer output
It seems as if my sub is not providing as much bass as it used to. I can hear the difference when adjusting the sub output by itself, but even at max it is not adding much to the overall sound mix. It used to fill the car with bass (obviously not magathump, but it was perfect for my needs), but on bass-heavy songs it now only adds a presence. On regular songs it adds almost nothing unless bass and sub are both maxed. (Usually have sub all the way up with bass at +0 to +2 depending on my mood).
Anyone familiar with audio can suggest a starting point? Bad sub, bad amp, bad head unit? All sound is otherwise clear and I cannot pick up any distortion. My first thought is perhaps a defect in the actual enclosure, but I'd love any educated opinions before I start tearing shit apart.
Thanks!
Anyone familiar with audio can suggest a starting point? Bad sub, bad amp, bad head unit? All sound is otherwise clear and I cannot pick up any distortion. My first thought is perhaps a defect in the actual enclosure, but I'd love any educated opinions before I start tearing shit apart.
Thanks!
02-21-2018, 08:40 AM
#2
IF I had to guess, I would say that the OEM is starting to fail due to bad internals that aren't built to endure prolonged heavy use. If you liked the stock sound prior to the decrease in performance then you should replace with another stock amp and see if that restores your favor.
02-22-2018, 08:40 AM
#3
IF I had to guess, I would say that the OEM is starting to fail due to bad internals that aren't built to endure prolonged heavy use. If you liked the stock sound prior to the decrease in performance then you should replace with another stock amp and see if that restores your favor.
Last edited by Bchester6; 02-22-2018 at 08:46 AM.
04-12-2018, 04:26 PM
#4
It seems as if my sub is not providing as much bass as it used to. I can hear the difference when adjusting the sub output by itself, but even at max it is not adding much to the overall sound mix. It used to fill the car with bass (obviously not magathump, but it was perfect for my needs), but on bass-heavy songs it now only adds a presence. On regular songs it adds almost nothing unless bass and sub are both maxed. (Usually have sub all the way up with bass at +0 to +2 depending on my mood).
Anyone familiar with audio can suggest a starting point? Bad sub, bad amp, bad head unit? All sound is otherwise clear and I cannot pick up any distortion. My first thought is perhaps a defect in the actual enclosure, but I'd love any educated opinions before I start tearing shit apart.
Thanks!
Anyone familiar with audio can suggest a starting point? Bad sub, bad amp, bad head unit? All sound is otherwise clear and I cannot pick up any distortion. My first thought is perhaps a defect in the actual enclosure, but I'd love any educated opinions before I start tearing shit apart.
Thanks!
04-12-2018, 07:28 PM
#5
CSmoney28
It seems as if my sub is not providing as much bass as it used to. I can hear the difference when adjusting the sub output by itself, but even at max it is not adding much to the overall sound mix. It used to fill the car with bass (obviously not magathump, but it was perfect for my needs), but on bass-heavy songs it now only adds a presence. On regular songs it adds almost nothing unless bass and sub are both maxed. (Usually have sub all the way up with bass at +0 to +2 depending on my mood).
Anyone familiar with audio can suggest a starting point? Bad sub, bad amp, bad head unit? All sound is otherwise clear and I cannot pick up any distortion. My first thought is perhaps a defect in the actual enclosure, but I'd love any educated opinions before I start tearing shit apart.
Thanks!
Anyone familiar with audio can suggest a starting point? Bad sub, bad amp, bad head unit? All sound is otherwise clear and I cannot pick up any distortion. My first thought is perhaps a defect in the actual enclosure, but I'd love any educated opinions before I start tearing shit apart.
Thanks!
04-12-2018, 11:21 PM
#6
Three Wheelin'
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04-12-2018, 11:25 PM
#7
Three Wheelin'
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Funny thing is, it may have all been in my head. I've tested with some other songs and found no issue. The DVD-A still sounds amazing, as limited as it is since the media never really caught on. Reading today about the 3G being able to read 5.1 flac and wav off USB storage has be very psyched about making the most of the ELS in the car if/when I get one. No real reason to get rid of mine since it's in great shape, but at the same time all the improvements are so tempting...can't wait to pay the dealer a visit and get some hands on time in a few months.
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04-16-2018, 04:06 PM
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I didn't realize the subwoofer had an output control from the head unit until yesterday (ironically the last day i owned the car) but it sounded wayyyyy better turned up. The whole time I had it (13 months) it was about half way up lol.
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