Need help chosing a sub for C5 Z06
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Heel & Toe
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Need help chosing a sub for C5 Z06
Right now I have the JL Stealthbox in my C5 Z06. JL put a 10W3v3-2 in a 0.6 cu ft sealed enclosure and runs it at 500 rms. It's ok but I want more bass and I could use some suggestions for selecting the best sub set-up. Here are some options that I am considering right now:
(1) 1 x RE SXX12 1000rms in 2 cu ft ported
(2) 2 x RE SRX12 600rms (each) in 1 cu ft sealed
(3) 1 x JL12W6 600rms in 1.5 cu ft ported
(4) 1 x JL13W7 1500rms in 2.4 cu ft ported
The box sizes are what the manufacturers recommend and with any of those options will require a custom box. I will worry about the amp later. Probably use the Kenwood I already have but don't mind upgrading to whatever is best. My main concern right now is getting the right sub.
I have mostly ruled out #4 because it's so much more expensive than the other options and I think it's too much for the car anyway. I like #2 because of the small size but if I spend any money on this project at all I want to make sure I get something that sounds significantly better than the setup I have now, otherwise I might as well keep what I have.
So right now I am leaning towards #1. I have read good things about RE subs and it should be a big step up from what I have now.
Any thoughts or suggestions?
(1) 1 x RE SXX12 1000rms in 2 cu ft ported
(2) 2 x RE SRX12 600rms (each) in 1 cu ft sealed
(3) 1 x JL12W6 600rms in 1.5 cu ft ported
(4) 1 x JL13W7 1500rms in 2.4 cu ft ported
The box sizes are what the manufacturers recommend and with any of those options will require a custom box. I will worry about the amp later. Probably use the Kenwood I already have but don't mind upgrading to whatever is best. My main concern right now is getting the right sub.
I have mostly ruled out #4 because it's so much more expensive than the other options and I think it's too much for the car anyway. I like #2 because of the small size but if I spend any money on this project at all I want to make sure I get something that sounds significantly better than the setup I have now, otherwise I might as well keep what I have.
So right now I am leaning towards #1. I have read good things about RE subs and it should be a big step up from what I have now.
Any thoughts or suggestions?
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Heel & Toe
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I prefer a ported box. To me, the main benefit of a sealed box is that it can be flush with the floor but since it looks like any of the options that I am considering will require a box that rises above the floor, I might as well get the benefits of a ported box.
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From: Hazel Green, Wi www.doubledmods.com
St. Jude Donor '12-'13
this one
(2) 2 x RE SRX12 600rms (each) in 1 cu ft sealed
is out if your planning on a normal sub box in the well
the box is only 23 inches wide
so you would need a custom box for sure
(2) 2 x RE SRX12 600rms (each) in 1 cu ft sealed
is out if your planning on a normal sub box in the well
the box is only 23 inches wide
so you would need a custom box for sure
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Heel & Toe
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All of the options I listed need a custom box due to the mounting depth of the sub. But I see your point. I think 1 x 12" is better for the sound I like anyway.
