ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!!
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Safety Car
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From: Orlando Fl
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!!
I've heard most and had a JL Audio 12w3 sub in my C5.
Just installed their new 12w7. This thing is so clean an
hits so hard, I feel like I just went 10 rounds with Tyson!
A Must for audiofiles and base nuts alike!!
[Modified by webdzynes, 10:42 PM 2/20/2002]
Just installed their new 12w7. This thing is so clean an
hits so hard, I feel like I just went 10 rounds with Tyson!
A Must for audiofiles and base nuts alike!!
[Modified by webdzynes, 10:42 PM 2/20/2002]
Safety Car
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From: Windermere FL
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (webdzynes)
Where did you pick it up? How much? What type of enclosure? How much power and what amp/model? What's its mounting depth?
Signed Jealous one needing trans work first.
Signed Jealous one needing trans work first.
Le Mans Master
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From: Joplin MO
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (92TripleBlack)
Yes, I want to see this install as well. I am still investigating my subwoofer options as we speak. I also want to know how much power you are driving it with and how much you had to give for it. :cheers:
Le Mans Master
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From: Joplin MO
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (DPC5)
DPC5,
How much air space did you give the L7 and how much power are you feeding it? I am still trying to decide my sub setup. I was leaning towards 2 10" L7s but I haven't ruled out a single 12" L7 like your setup.
I still really like the JL W7 but you can't buy a grill for it and that is just to much of a risk to take since I do carry stuff in the back of my car every now and again.
How much air space did you give the L7 and how much power are you feeding it? I am still trying to decide my sub setup. I was leaning towards 2 10" L7s but I haven't ruled out a single 12" L7 like your setup.
I still really like the JL W7 but you can't buy a grill for it and that is just to much of a risk to take since I do carry stuff in the back of my car every now and again.
Le Mans Master
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From: Arizona
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (mr.vet)
The 10w7 is like 800 bucks a piece. The problem is that they require sooo much airspace that you may not have enough in the rear center compartment. Also the 10w7 is not a typical 10"sub (wont fit in a 10" hole). Im my case I cannot get them because of the mounting depth. They are very tall if you have ever seen one in person compared to a typical woofer. Most of us dont have enough power to move one more less two.... :cry
I do agree... they are some of the badest woofers on the market, but I think I'll pass...
I do agree... they are some of the badest woofers on the market, but I think I'll pass...
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Le Mans Master
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From: Joplin MO
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (ICULUKN-C5)
ICULUKN-C5,
Not sure where you are getting your information from but the 10W7 can be yours for $499. Still not cheap but it is definately not $800. It also only requires 1.25 cubic feet for a sealed enslosure which will easily fit into the center hole. Now, it you want a ported enclosure, then the install becomes a little more tricky as you need 1.5 cubic feet. They do require a mounting depth of 9" (8" for the driver plus an inch of space for the polepiece vent to the panel behind the driver) which is rather deep but still possible.
I am strongly considering a 10W7 right now. :cheers:
Not sure where you are getting your information from but the 10W7 can be yours for $499. Still not cheap but it is definately not $800. It also only requires 1.25 cubic feet for a sealed enslosure which will easily fit into the center hole. Now, it you want a ported enclosure, then the install becomes a little more tricky as you need 1.5 cubic feet. They do require a mounting depth of 9" (8" for the driver plus an inch of space for the polepiece vent to the panel behind the driver) which is rather deep but still possible.
I am strongly considering a 10W7 right now. :cheers:
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Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (mrkln)
Mr. Vet: Thanks
I'm running a Soundstream 1000sx at 2ohms mono (1000 clean watts :yesnod: ) to the sub. It's in the Kicker supplied wedge
box. I'm also running a optima yellow top, but the only thing
missing now is a cap.
I'm running a Soundstream 1000sx at 2ohms mono (1000 clean watts :yesnod: ) to the sub. It's in the Kicker supplied wedge
box. I'm also running a optima yellow top, but the only thing
missing now is a cap.
Burning Brakes
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From: Bryan, TX
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (webdzynes)
I have two 10W7 going into my truck now in a fiberglass box with two Arc Audio 1500 going to each. I will be putting a 12W7 in my vette as well soon. They sound unbelieveable.
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From: Arizona
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (MHLY01)
Sorry about the price misunderstanding .. you are right .. they are 499.. The 12 was closer to number I quoted earlier. In the rear of a C5 you only have 1.6 cubic feet of space. Are you only going to run 1- 10"? I currently have 2 10's now. Do they not require big power to drive it??
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From: Joplin MO
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (ICULUKN-C5)
The local shop told me a minimum of 750W for a 10W7 and 1000W for a 12W7. I didn't even want to know about the 13W7. :eek:
I was going to go with a single 10W7 in a 1.5 ft3 ported box but I think I have decided on a pair of Image Dynamics IDQ10D4v.2. I can get them online for $200/pair. I just can't justify the extra $300 to own a 10W7. :rolleyes:
I was going to go with a single 10W7 in a 1.5 ft3 ported box but I think I have decided on a pair of Image Dynamics IDQ10D4v.2. I can get them online for $200/pair. I just can't justify the extra $300 to own a 10W7. :rolleyes:
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Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (Tracy Focht)
Thanks Tracy, I did all of the work myself. I love the L7, I've got plenty of power to it. I think my next project will be a slightly larger box than the original Kicker Wedge. I would like to get 1.5 or 1.75 cu ft, I know it would help with some of the lower frequency's.
Jim
Jim
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From: Stillwater ok
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (DPC5)
True...and if it's sealed, the 2.0 sealed is the optimum (.707 SQ alignment) enclosure, but if you use the 1.75 vented...you'll really be amazed! :eek:
Awesome install! :cheers:
Awesome install! :cheers:
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From: Orlando Fl
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (Tracy Focht)
Sorry for the delay -
I picked my sub up for $545 including tax out the door!!! I built a VERY solid 1.5 Cubic foot box (which isn't very big) just to try this out. (I'm going to rebuild the box changing the dimensions a bit so it will sit nicely in the center well.) The real news is that I am powering it with a JL Audio 500/1 and it hit so loudly (and I like it LOUD) that I had to turn the gain down!! The JL reps say it could use more power to really get the best out of it. Well, I can't imagine getting "more" out of this - that is if I still want to hear afterwords.
Here's the best part -
Percussion feels like you been punched
Extended base guitar notes make you feel like an Alka Setzer tablet in water - makes your hair stand on end!!!
..and NOTHING I have ever heard compares to the sound quality - and thats my main interest!! ( I run the sub along with 2 sets of MB Quarts and an ADS amp). GET THIS SUB!!!
I'll post pics after I make the new box!
I picked my sub up for $545 including tax out the door!!! I built a VERY solid 1.5 Cubic foot box (which isn't very big) just to try this out. (I'm going to rebuild the box changing the dimensions a bit so it will sit nicely in the center well.) The real news is that I am powering it with a JL Audio 500/1 and it hit so loudly (and I like it LOUD) that I had to turn the gain down!! The JL reps say it could use more power to really get the best out of it. Well, I can't imagine getting "more" out of this - that is if I still want to hear afterwords.
Here's the best part -
Percussion feels like you been punched
Extended base guitar notes make you feel like an Alka Setzer tablet in water - makes your hair stand on end!!!
..and NOTHING I have ever heard compares to the sound quality - and thats my main interest!! ( I run the sub along with 2 sets of MB Quarts and an ADS amp). GET THIS SUB!!!
I'll post pics after I make the new box!
Burning Brakes
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From: Bryan, TX
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (webdzynes)
The sub sounds unbelievable and is worth every penny in my mind. I have two 10W7 in a rather small box, 1.1 cubic ft each with only 450 watts to each. We are trying to stay in the 301-600 class when we compete. Anyway, this sub sounds tremendous and has the best impact and SQ of any sub I have heard, and I have competed in and out for over 8 years. You would never guess they are 2 10"s 450 is enough power to each, but the sub can take way more and you can feel it. There is way more potential there.
In a vette, you could do a 12W7 in the center storage compartment, The mounting depth will be close though and remember, this thing is not light. It will add some weight to your car. I will probably be putting a 10W7 in my vette along with 6 Focal 5.25" mini subs in the front. I will post some pics of my truck soon and will keep you updated on the vette system.
In a vette, you could do a 12W7 in the center storage compartment, The mounting depth will be close though and remember, this thing is not light. It will add some weight to your car. I will probably be putting a 10W7 in my vette along with 6 Focal 5.25" mini subs in the front. I will post some pics of my truck soon and will keep you updated on the vette system.
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From: Joplin MO
Re: ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE SUB!!! (MHLY01)
Hey, have any of you guys heard about the Image Dynamics IDMAX. It is 12" SQL driver. I know that it is not a W7 but I heard that it is pretty much the #2 sub this year (behind the W7 of course). I can pick one up for $300. Quite a bit cheaper (and lighter) than a W7.
Hmmmmmm............
Hmmmmmm............