Time for a new woofer...

[VP500]

It's been awhile since I have done any research on subwoofers. I currently have a MTX 8500 in a sealed box. I prefer more sql than spl and the 8500 didn't really satisfy it. I'm back in the market and looking for something not overly expensive but something that is great sounding.

I will be powering these subwoofers with a MTX TA81001. (1000wx1 @2ohms)

I have been looking at:

JL 13" W7 - I know someone selling far below the retail price but I heard that these suckers are power hungry.

IDMAX - There are tons of mix reviews for this sub so I really can't make a good decision.

some DD sub - I have no idea about DD but I heard they are great contenders with the IDmax and the W7.

I prefer to have a sealed enclosure since I have and SUV so I don't want it to be highschool-rattling loud but something where I can really beat when I want too.

I would prefer a 12".

So the veterans of this forum, tell me what you would do in my shoes.

Thanks,

Viraj

[ItalynStylion]

W7....no, never liked the way they sounded

IDMAX....I tried one but it was DOA. Bad experience and a long story but I still plan on giving it another shot.

DD....good SQ but the overwhelming majority of their stuff is SPL. That's not to say they don't sound good (because they do) but let's just say it's not THE priority of a DD woofer.

My vote would either be a JBL GTI MKII 12" sub or a Peerless XXLS 12" sub. I have never heard the JBL but I want to baaaaaaaaaad because I've read nothing but good reviews on it. The Peerless I own myself (I have two at home) and it's the most beautiful sounding woofer I've ever had the pleasure of listening to.
JBL W12GTi MkII (w12gtimkii) 12" Subwoofers Car Subwoofers Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix
Peerless 830847 12" XXLS Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer from Madisound


Honestly, my vote would be for the Peerless sub since I know it's wonderful. Plus, at about half the cost it's certainly a bargain. I modeled the sub out in 1.5cuft and it looks damn good!

[eggyhustles2]

what does the amp do @ 1 ohm?

[ItalynStylion]

Originally Posted by eggyhustles2

what does the amp do @ 1 ohm?

1500RMS MTX Audio TA81001 Thunder 81001 Mono Subwoofer Amps Car Amplifiers Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix

[eggyhustles2]

I'd say ssa xcon

[ItalynStylion]

The Xcon is a nice sub indeed....a bit pricey though at $375. Not saying it's not worth it but it's performance might not be realized in a normal everyday application.

[eggyhustles2]

Very pricey sub. cheaper than the id max, w7, and dd subs though.

an 18" sealed on a sundown 1500 would be amazing

[ItalynStylion]

The IDMAX 12" that I bought was $350 locally I believe. I'm going to get another one someday. The one I bought was flawed from the factory. I called up Eric Stevens and didn't have a problem returning it. They sent me another.

[eggyhustles2]

not bad for 350.

[VP500]

thanks for all the responses.

It's hard looking for woofers after you been away for sometime but I had some good alternatives but you guys gave me more options to take a look at.

Italynstylion, I might just have you make me the perfect sealed enclosure. I trust your recommendations.

[followtheis300]

two 12 w6's should the trick or even single w7 will make you happy

[ItalynStylion]

Originally Posted by VP500

thanks for all the responses.

It's hard looking for woofers after you been away for sometime but I had some good alternatives but you guys gave me more options to take a look at.

Italynstylion, I might just have you make me the perfect sealed enclosure. I trust your recommendations.

Yeah man, you can't go wrong with any of the suggested subs in this thread. I don't know eggyhustles2 personally but he appears to know his stuff too.

Just gimme a holler when you decide what you want and I'll bust out the table saw and git'r done.

[deesz]

Originally Posted by followtheis300

two 12 w6's should the trick or even single w7 will make you happy

i think this sub would blow away a w7

XXX12 - RE Audio 12" XXX Series Dual 2 Ohm Subwoofer

[deesz]

Originally Posted by ItalynStylion

W7....no, never liked the way they sounded

and i agree. i have had a few experiences and I have never heard them sound just right as a sq sub.

[VP500]

Originally Posted by deesz

i think this sub would blow away a w7

XXX12 - RE Audio 12" XXX Series Dual 2 Ohm Subwoofer

I was looking into that sub but I figured it was more on the SPL side than the SQ. I want it the other way around.