help with a powered sub

sonic370 · 03-06-2011, 07:37 PM

i know most true audio guys will won't to flame me sorry....

but if you just had to what would you suggest in the way of a powered sub...

so far my setup is a JVC DD with a set of JBL component speakers....
just trying to round it out a little. thanks for any help

90 ST · 03-06-2011, 10:58 PM

Depends how much bass you want...i have heard a couple, that for the money are not tooooooo bad.

Mike · 03-07-2011, 08:38 AM

I've got a bazooka powered sub slotted in the space under the floor mat right behind the strut bar. It sounds great, and I might be interested in selling it if you want, as I am moving in a different direction with the car now and no longer need a stereo system.

RockStarKick · 03-07-2011, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike

I've got a bazooka powered sub slotted in the space under the floor mat right behind the strut bar. It sounds great, and I might be interested in selling it if you want, as I am moving in a different direction with the car now and no longer need a stereo system.

What size speaker is in there ?

XwChriswX · 03-07-2011, 04:40 PM

You could do a powered box, but honestly, the SQ/clarity of that setup might not be as good as just getting a matched sub/amp. You don't really have to get biggest/best out there, but even a good pair would be less than $500 and sound better. Just my

bigaudiofanat · 03-07-2011, 06:46 PM

If you are just looking for some good quality bass I would look into either a stealth box or something like the kenwood slim stealth sub. I installed one in a z last year, it was not crazy bass but gave music a warmer tone than without one. I would recommend that over the bazooka tube as they can be very "boomy" nothing against yours rockstar.

Mike · 03-07-2011, 07:18 PM

its mine, not Rockstars, and its not boomy at all, plus it takes up zero room in the car.

Rockstar, its a 6.5" sub.

speedfreak28 · 03-07-2011, 08:05 PM

JL Audio Mobile - PWM112-WXJX
these just came out, heard one local and its a solid amount of output for the money.

RockStarKick · 03-08-2011, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike

its mine, not Rockstars, and its not boomy at all, plus it takes up zero room in the car.

Rockstar, its a 6.5" sub.

Thanks, I am looking for something that takes up zero room in the car too...

A buddy of mine had a bazooka tube and I liked the sound of it...

RockStarKick · 03-08-2011, 10:05 AM

These are other options;

Kenwood - KSC-SW10

Infinity - Car Audio

Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT 120-watt compact powered subwoofer at Crutchfield.com

90 ST · 03-08-2011, 11:27 AM

As are these, MTX Car Audio - X ThunderLink Amplified Subwoofer Enclosure
And MTX RT8PT XThunderLink 120-watt powered 8" subwoofer at Crutchfield.com

jeffhatton · 08-28-2011, 08:17 PM

How did you get that Bazooka to fit? I took some measurements and at 8" high ... it doesn't work in either direction. Does it stick up some above the foam level in your car? I think this is an awesome place for a subwoofer, but I would like it to completely fit under the carpet without sticking up if possible.

Thanks!

nismonster · 08-29-2011, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeffhatton

How did you get that Bazooka to fit? I took some measurements and at 8" high ... it doesn't work in either direction. Does it stick up some above the foam level in your car? I think this is an awesome place for a subwoofer, but I would like it to completely fit under the carpet without sticking up if possible.

Thanks!

I saw Mike's bazooka install, so I went ahead and bought my own. Once it was wired up, I just cut the foam and plopped the sub down in there...the carpet fits perfectly, and you can't even tell there is anything in the trunk at all. You kind of have to twist the sub back and forth to get it to wedge down in the hole, but it is not hard and once it is down there and supported by the remaining foam, it will not move at all.

I have been used to ported 12" subs pushing around 600 watt rms prior to this sub. I have to say, there are certain songs that make me wish I had spent more on a stealth box with a full sized sub, but honestly for 95% of the music I listen to this bazooka is PLENTY. I got it for $190 shipped, so you cant beat that price for an amp+sub+box (plus weighs very little)...especially if you want stealth. Also, I consider this cheaper sub as a health plan for my ears

bigaudiofanat · 08-29-2011, 09:39 AM

The tube is fine like I said if you just want some boom but for clear bass you like you said would have wanted a stealth box.

jeffhatton · 08-29-2011, 11:21 AM

It is pretty amazing, it is almost like that size of Bazooka was made specifically for the car! Did you go with the 100 watt amplified or the 250 watt amplified bazooka tube? They both look to be the same dimensions. Did you put any foam around the Bazooka on the bottom and around the sides to prevent vibaration or rattles since it is plastic up against the metal of the car?

Thanks for the comments ... I really appreciate them. I agree, a health plan for the ears. I am just looking for good solid/tight bass.

03-06-2011, 07:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
sonic370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Orange Texas Posts: 1,574 Drives: 09 370Z Sports PGK Rep Power: 18	help with a powered sub i know most true audio guys will won't to flame me sorry.... but if you just had to what would you suggest in the way of a powered sub... so far my setup is a JVC DD with a set of JBL component speakers.... just trying to round it out a little. thanks for any help

03-07-2011, 08:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	I've got a bazooka powered sub slotted in the space under the floor mat right behind the strut bar. It sounds great, and I might be interested in selling it if you want, as I am moving in a different direction with the car now and no longer need a stereo system. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

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XwChriswX WFLYIDNNE Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: In The Fastlane Posts: 50,648 Drives: 02 GDB WRX Rep Power: 451	You could do a powered box, but honestly, the SQ/clarity of that setup might not be as good as just getting a matched sub/amp. You don't really have to get biggest/best out there, but even a good pair would be less than $500 and sound better. Just my __________________ Bonnie - Stage 2, Audio build coming this fall! R.I.P. Abby 3/29/10 - 3/30/14

03-07-2011, 06:46 PM	#6 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	If you are just looking for some good quality bass I would look into either a stealth box or something like the kenwood slim stealth sub. I installed one in a z last year, it was not crazy bass but gave music a warmer tone than without one. I would recommend that over the bazooka tube as they can be very "boomy" nothing against yours rockstar. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

03-07-2011, 07:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	its mine, not Rockstars, and its not boomy at all, plus it takes up zero room in the car. Rockstar, its a 6.5" sub. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

03-06-2011, 10:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
90 ST A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary Posts: 1,861 Drives: 90 and 15 GMC Sierra Rep Power: 420	Depends how much bass you want...i have heard a couple, that for the money are not tooooooo bad.

03-07-2011, 08:05 PM	#8 (permalink)
speedfreak28 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: south jersey Posts: 247 Drives: 05 ram, 79 z28 Rep Power: 15	JL Audio Mobile - PWM112-WXJX these just came out, heard one local and its a solid amount of output for the money.

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RockStarKick Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 298 Drives: it like a rental Rep Power: 14	These are other options; Kenwood - KSC-SW10 Infinity - Car Audio Sound Ordnance™ B-8PT 120-watt compact powered subwoofer at Crutchfield.com __________________ 2013 Mustang GT, 6M, Track Pack & Leather Recaros 2011 Pearl White 6M /Sport Pkg - SOLD

03-08-2011, 11:27 AM	#11 (permalink)
90 ST A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary Posts: 1,861 Drives: 90 and 15 GMC Sierra Rep Power: 420	As are these, MTX Car Audio - X ThunderLink Amplified Subwoofer Enclosure And MTX RT8PT XThunderLink 120-watt powered 8" subwoofer at Crutchfield.com

08-28-2011, 08:17 PM	#12 (permalink)
jeffhatton Base Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 4 Drives: 2011 Nismo Rep Power: 13	How did you get that Bazooka to fit? I took some measurements and at 8" high ... it doesn't work in either direction. Does it stick up some above the foam level in your car? I think this is an awesome place for a subwoofer, but I would like it to completely fit under the carpet without sticking up if possible. Thanks!

08-29-2011, 09:39 AM	#14 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	The tube is fine like I said if you just want some boom but for clear bass you like you said would have wanted a stealth box. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-29-2011, 11:21 AM	#15 (permalink)
jeffhatton Base Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 4 Drives: 2011 Nismo Rep Power: 13	It is pretty amazing, it is almost like that size of Bazooka was made specifically for the car! Did you go with the 100 watt amplified or the 250 watt amplified bazooka tube? They both look to be the same dimensions. Did you put any foam around the Bazooka on the bottom and around the sides to prevent vibaration or rattles since it is plastic up against the metal of the car? Thanks for the comments ... I really appreciate them. I agree, a health plan for the ears. I am just looking for good solid/tight bass.

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