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The Workshop => Audio / Security / Electrical => Topic started by: Anonymous on November 8, 2006, 10:50

Title: Need help choosing powered sub
Post by: Anonymous on November 8, 2006, 10:50
I have already been through active subs, the 1st being the Blaupunkt which blew up, and the 2nd was a Kenwood/Pioneer (cant remember now!), which completely filled the rear bin, therefore pushing the boat too far for practicality.
Im after choosing another because of the vast improvement  in sound that they give, but obviously want one that can cope with the volume, and is still slimline.
I have 3 on my shortlist (starting with least favourite)

Pioneer TS WX11A
Alpine SWD 1600
Infinity Basslink X Active Bassbox

TBH, all the different ratings and figures baffle me, is there anybody who can shed light on what I should be looking for, and what the figures/ratings mean? and which of the above you could recommend?
ta muchly
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Post by: proeliator2001 on November 8, 2006, 16:05
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That one gets my vote - has the biggest speaker which will create better, less boomey bass.  I've got the Alpine myself and whilst I'm happy with it, for an extra few quid the Infinity looks like it would deliver a far better and natural sounding thud
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Post by: Anonymous on November 8, 2006, 16:18
Would that fit on the floor behind the pax seat?

And, more to the point, would it work effectively in that position?
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Post by: Anonymous on November 9, 2006, 10:39
proeliator2001
Thanks, I thought the same, not only for the brand name but also the high power output; but like mentioned above, I am clueless to the ratings!!

I reckon it would fit, but your pax seat wouldn't go all the way back. However, this is pure guess work.
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Post by: proeliator2001 on November 9, 2006, 18:34
I shoved the alpine in the luggage bins and it makes no difference to the bass wether the door is open or closed so I guess it wouldn't make a difference to the big boy Infinity either - assuming it could stand upright in there.