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Has anybody considered using Kicker comp series or JL Audio IB4 series free air subs?
I know that lot of members in this forum choosing kicker RMB8 since its an "easy fit". But I also noticed member "rmarin2" successfully replacing stock sub with pioneer 10" free air sub.
So will it be allright if I decide to replace the stock sub with any one of the sub above?
And if you could, which one would u recomend?
Has anybody considered using Kicker comp series or JL Audio IB4 series free air subs?
I know that lot of members in this forum choosing kicker RMB8 since its an "easy fit". But I also noticed member "rmarin2" successfully replacing stock sub with pioneer 10" free air sub.
So will it be allright if I decide to replace the stock sub with any one of the sub above?
And if you could, which one would u recomend?
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Re: Stock sub alternative
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Hi All
Has anybody considered using Kicker comp series or JL Audio IB4 series free air subs?
I know that lot of members in this forum choosing kicker RMB8 since its an "easy fit". But I also noticed member "rmarin2" successfully replacing stock sub with pioneer 10" free air sub.
So will it be allright if I decide to replace the stock sub with any one of the sub above?
And if you could, which one would u recomend?
Hi All
Has anybody considered using Kicker comp series or JL Audio IB4 series free air subs?
I know that lot of members in this forum choosing kicker RMB8 since its an "easy fit". But I also noticed member "rmarin2" successfully replacing stock sub with pioneer 10" free air sub.
So will it be allright if I decide to replace the stock sub with any one of the sub above?
And if you could, which one would u recomend?
There really wasn't that much of a large selection of free air subs a few months ago when I was looking. I'm happy with the Pioneer, even though I had to modify the stock location to make it fit.
Good luck with your choice. If you need any more info feel free to drop a line!! rmarinls@nyc.rr.com
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Thx Rich
I was just wondering if anyone had used / knows abt the Kicker F' series/Comp series OR JL Audio IB4 series subs. They all are free air or can be used as free air. As far as the wattage is concerned, i think they have lower wattage than the pioneer sub. But as u know, the stock sub is 1ohm and the stock amp is 100w. So the wattage delivered to he pioneer sub in your case will be 100W/4ohm=25w. So wont the sub be underpowered? Does your sub enough "thump"?
I was just wondering if anyone had used / knows abt the Kicker F' series/Comp series OR JL Audio IB4 series subs. They all are free air or can be used as free air. As far as the wattage is concerned, i think they have lower wattage than the pioneer sub. But as u know, the stock sub is 1ohm and the stock amp is 100w. So the wattage delivered to he pioneer sub in your case will be 100W/4ohm=25w. So wont the sub be underpowered? Does your sub enough "thump"?
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i belive that any of those would be a good choice... but i am curious why no one has tried the illusion audio 10 free air.... i mean it is slim like the kicker but a true sub like the jl or pioneer..... but either way you go i would imagine that you would deffinately need an after market amp....
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I'm having hard time finding Illusions. Does anybody know where to find them?
Also the morel hcw10 has a 2.91" mounting depth.
and try this http://www.gspr.com/blau/odwp_flat_subwoofers.html
Wonder how is it?
Also the morel hcw10 has a 2.91" mounting depth.
and try this http://www.gspr.com/blau/odwp_flat_subwoofers.html
Wonder how is it?
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Originally posted by ash3ktl
Thx Rich
I was just wondering if anyone had used / knows abt the Kicker F' series/Comp series OR JL Audio IB4 series subs. They all are free air or can be used as free air. As far as the wattage is concerned, i think they have lower wattage than the pioneer sub. But as u know, the stock sub is 1ohm and the stock amp is 100w. So the wattage delivered to he pioneer sub in your case will be 100W/4ohm=25w. So wont the sub be underpowered? Does your sub enough "thump"?
Thx Rich
I was just wondering if anyone had used / knows abt the Kicker F' series/Comp series OR JL Audio IB4 series subs. They all are free air or can be used as free air. As far as the wattage is concerned, i think they have lower wattage than the pioneer sub. But as u know, the stock sub is 1ohm and the stock amp is 100w. So the wattage delivered to he pioneer sub in your case will be 100W/4ohm=25w. So wont the sub be underpowered? Does your sub enough "thump"?
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Thats right! Stock sub is 9" and 10" sub fits with some modification. I know rmarin2 and t.diddy has successfully done it.
Here's the link
http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...threadid=45542
rmarin2
Is it possible to remove the old amp and use the power and the line level sub signal to another amp? I really don't want to run cable from the battery. Thats little too much for me right now.
Here's the link
http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...threadid=45542
rmarin2
Is it possible to remove the old amp and use the power and the line level sub signal to another amp? I really don't want to run cable from the battery. Thats little too much for me right now.
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Originally posted by ash3ktl
Thats right! Stock sub is 9" and 10" sub fits with some modification. I know rmarin2 and t.diddy has successfully done it.
Here's the link
http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...threadid=45542
rmarin2
Is it possible to remove the old amp and use the power and the line level sub signal to another amp? I really don't want to run cable from the battery. Thats little too much for me right now.
Thats right! Stock sub is 9" and 10" sub fits with some modification. I know rmarin2 and t.diddy has successfully done it.
Here's the link
http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...threadid=45542
rmarin2
Is it possible to remove the old amp and use the power and the line level sub signal to another amp? I really don't want to run cable from the battery. Thats little too much for me right now.
As for the line inputs, i tapped into the low inputs that run to the stock amp and ran it to my crossover and then outputted that signal into the amp.
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Thx Rich
I guess u r right. Looks like I'll have to run wire thru the battery anyway. One more question.
Lets say I want to drive this Pioneer free air sub (4Ohms) using a 2-channel amp in bridged configuration. So now each amp channel will see the load of 2Ohms. Will it works without any problem?
I guess u r right. Looks like I'll have to run wire thru the battery anyway. One more question.
Lets say I want to drive this Pioneer free air sub (4Ohms) using a 2-channel amp in bridged configuration. So now each amp channel will see the load of 2Ohms. Will it works without any problem?
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What is the model number of the amp?
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Originally posted by rmarin2
Well I'm not using the stock amp. I bypassed it and am using an old phoenix gold amp. I believe the amp is rated for at least 250W (it's really old model and can't find any info on it).
Well I'm not using the stock amp. I bypassed it and am using an old phoenix gold amp. I believe the amp is rated for at least 250W (it's really old model and can't find any info on it).
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Originally posted by ash3ktl
Thx Rich
I guess u r right. Looks like I'll have to run wire thru the battery anyway. One more question.
Lets say I want to drive this Pioneer free air sub (4Ohms) using a 2-channel amp in bridged configuration. So now each amp channel will see the load of 2Ohms. Will it works without any problem?
Thx Rich
I guess u r right. Looks like I'll have to run wire thru the battery anyway. One more question.
Lets say I want to drive this Pioneer free air sub (4Ohms) using a 2-channel amp in bridged configuration. So now each amp channel will see the load of 2Ohms. Will it works without any problem?
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Originally posted by autophile1
What is the model number of the amp?
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What is the model number of the amp?
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No other info on it.
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here is some info on that amp
http://www.phoenixgold.com/webfaq/Sapphire.htm
hey what sub are you pushing with this amp
i am considering buying one from ebay for 60 bux
to push a jl audio 15w0 rated at 150wrms 4ohm
right now im using a punch 40.2 and ithink its only rated at 40wrms 4ohm bridged
and want a little more power
l8r
http://www.phoenixgold.com/webfaq/Sapphire.htm
hey what sub are you pushing with this amp
i am considering buying one from ebay for 60 bux
to push a jl audio 15w0 rated at 150wrms 4ohm
right now im using a punch 40.2 and ithink its only rated at 40wrms 4ohm bridged
and want a little more power
l8r
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Originally posted by backwerd
here is some info on that amp
http://www.phoenixgold.com/webfaq/Sapphire.htm
hey what sub are you pushing with this amp
i am considering buying one from ebay for 60 bux
to push a jl audio 15w0 rated at 150wrms 4ohm
right now im using a punch 40.2 and ithink its only rated at 40wrms 4ohm bridged
and want a little more power
l8r
here is some info on that amp
http://www.phoenixgold.com/webfaq/Sapphire.htm
hey what sub are you pushing with this amp
i am considering buying one from ebay for 60 bux
to push a jl audio 15w0 rated at 150wrms 4ohm
right now im using a punch 40.2 and ithink its only rated at 40wrms 4ohm bridged
and want a little more power
l8r
That amp is no longer in use. I've been using an MTX 302 which is rated at 300W RMS bridged w/ a 4ohm load. Im using a Pioneer 10" free-air sub with it. Check out sig or my website for more details.
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the power handling does not change. the coil is still going to handle as much power as the "non-freeair" brothers. only thing changes is the mechanical power handling, unless the company added a stiffer suspension or something.
as far a infinite-baffle subs go, there are many out there on the market.
RE XXX-series
Adire audio Brahma
Elemental design O-series
Image Dynamics IDMAX
Image Dynamics IDQ
JL audio W7
Kicker CompVR
etc...
A LOT more subs out there. depends how much you're willing to pay. out of those subs, the ED O-series is probably your best bet. sounds similar to the idmax in an IB setup. not to mention its only about $150+shipping. that a heck of a deal for a high quality sub. u don't regret it (as far as SQ and output). 17mm of xmax i believe. not too bad eh?
as far a infinite-baffle subs go, there are many out there on the market.
RE XXX-series
Adire audio Brahma
Elemental design O-series
Image Dynamics IDMAX
Image Dynamics IDQ
JL audio W7
Kicker CompVR
etc...
A LOT more subs out there. depends how much you're willing to pay. out of those subs, the ED O-series is probably your best bet. sounds similar to the idmax in an IB setup. not to mention its only about $150+shipping. that a heck of a deal for a high quality sub. u don't regret it (as far as SQ and output). 17mm of xmax i believe. not too bad eh?
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