8 replies to this topic

[Mr_Bob]

i'm on the lookout for a decent SQ sub, it needs to go low (-3db ~25Hz), and handle about 200WRMS.
i'm limited to ~70L max enclosure volume, and a budget of $200.
i have never seen a sub that goes that low in a sealed box, so i'm assuming i need something with relatively low QTS, under 0.45 (so it will suit porting), and low Fs.
anyone got any ideas?

i'll also consider 2nd hand, if someone happens to have something of interest, PM me.

[Anonymous]

dude at that price their are very few (if any) audiophile quality subwoofers....

for new the best quality would be an Alpine S Type 12"

however you may be able to find a nice focal sub or an xtant sub for maybe around the $350.00 mark??

i dont think they will go that low very comfortably with such little power though.

[Mr_Bob]

it doesn't need to be audiophile, believe me 240WRMS will be plenty for my bedroom
i want a relatively flat response down to 25Hz. volume isn't terribly important, as this is already overkill for my room.

the type s doens't wanna tune nicely and low enough for me, group delay isn't pretty.

[r2dwee2]

have you looked into drivers that are more specifically geared towards home use? the vifa M26WR-09-08 can be had for around your price range

this woofer has a pretty good reputation in home DIY circles, and having used vifa drivers before, i can vouch that you'd be hard-pressed to find better quality and value for your dollar (unless, of course, you find something nice second-hand)

IMO, well worth checking out

Australian Vifa Distributor

i'd also give peerless drivers a try ... i'm not too sure of the aussie distribution/availability for peerless, though ... peerless is owned by the same parent company as vifa, so i'd suspect the quality and value-for-money would be quite similar

[shiny_car]

a few people have recently been talkig about pioneer subs in their cars, but looking at the specs, it may suit:

pioneer TS-W304C 4ohm SVC 12"
*Fs 22.30Hz
*Qts 0.275
*Vas 134L

might suit your needs.

in the home? cooool. good luck

[LongWay]

look into ADIRE shivas'. they will do what you want at the price you want. They sell them from thier website...good luck

[Mr_Bob]

i looked at the shiva first, too dear ($300, memba we're in Oz, and we get to pay extra

pioneer hey shiny? i'll check that out, thanks.

KrasE the venom's a bit boomy for my liking and the hertz didn't wanna tune nicely for the available enclosure space, might have another play with that though.

R2, i'll check out peerless and Vifa. thanks.

[Jay]

FYI, Vifa can be got throught Jaycar (email them, I don't think the woofers are in the catalouge, but they could hook you up, as the stock the tweeters)

And Peerless are available through Altronics australia.

www.jaycar.com.au

www.altronics.com.au