Used to own a jl w7

ddvette9 · 08-06-2009, 11:10 PM

I used to own a jl audio w7. however i cant put it in my 370. am i just going to be dissapointed with anything i put in other that the jl w7. is there any hope out there for a decent subwoofer, maybe something some what close to the w7 or something that sounds decent. also i dont really wanna break the bank with my new sub. thanks guys

shabarivas · 08-07-2009, 01:24 AM

low profile jl sub

ddvette9 · 08-07-2009, 06:29 AM

Examples?

2fast4thelaw · 08-10-2009, 12:12 PM

I am going with the 13TW5 in a downfiring enclosure where the spare tire is. My installer swears by boundary loading this sub for the best output. I will post pics after its installed. The enclosure will have a plexiglass window so you can see the back side of the subwoofer.

shabarivas · 08-10-2009, 01:52 PM

Woah - are you sure plexi will be strong enough lol... I would do 3/4'' MDF all around

speedfreak28 · 08-10-2009, 02:05 PM

jst curious. why cant you use the w7 in the z? If you were to havea box built using fiberglass and mdf you could defiantely get the proper airspace for the sub. There are plenty of options with less mounting depth if that is the issue.

ddvette9 · 08-11-2009, 07:55 AM

1. fiberglass and custom enclosres=$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
2. sub is way too heavy and needs way too much power the 370

bigaudiofanat · 08-11-2009, 08:48 AM

Image Dynamics 10 icnch Q sub FTW!! Also what kind of power were you giving that JL sub?

2fast4thelaw · 08-11-2009, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shabarivas

Woah - are you sure plexi will be strong enough lol... I would do 3/4'' MDF all around

I am sure it will be. I have a lot of faith in the guy building my box. He is the sub box master! He made me a fiberglass stealth enclosure in my Nissan Armada. It takes up the whole inside of the rear quarter panel for a total of 1.5 cu ft and I have JL Audio 12W6V2 mounted in it. It hits hard!!! and deep!!

The enclosure is removable too but it would be extensive. And yes, it was expensive! I paid $600.00 to have it done but the amount of work and craftsmanship in it is quite extensive.

speedoflife · 08-16-2009, 11:33 PM

Check out Fi Audio man:
www.ficaraudio.com
Try out their Q series of subwoofer. Very high quality, SUPERIOR customer service, and they really won't break your bank (of course, not much will compared to JL lol). I would recommend Fi to anyone, anyday. Good luck man!

Phimosis · 08-19-2009, 01:16 AM

I use a W6. they use the same space. True that the W7 is heavier and makes more bass than than needed for the stock system.

My custom speaker box:

08-06-2009, 11:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
ddvette9 Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 823 Drives: 2013 Scion FRS Rep Power: 16	Used to own a jl w7 I used to own a jl audio w7. however i cant put it in my 370. am i just going to be dissapointed with anything i put in other that the jl w7. is there any hope out there for a decent subwoofer, maybe something some what close to the w7 or something that sounds decent. also i dont really wanna break the bank with my new sub. thanks guys

08-11-2009, 08:48 AM	#8 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	Image Dynamics 10 icnch Q sub FTW!! Also what kind of power were you giving that JL sub? __________________ 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/

08-07-2009, 01:24 AM	#2 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 914	low profile jl sub

08-07-2009, 06:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
ddvette9 Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 823 Drives: 2013 Scion FRS Rep Power: 16	Examples?

08-10-2009, 12:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
2fast4thelaw Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Denver Co Age: 49 Posts: 403 Drives: 09 370Z Sport/MT6 Rep Power: 16	I am going with the 13TW5 in a downfiring enclosure where the spare tire is. My installer swears by boundary loading this sub for the best output. I will post pics after its installed. The enclosure will have a plexiglass window so you can see the back side of the subwoofer.

08-10-2009, 01:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 914	Woah - are you sure plexi will be strong enough lol... I would do 3/4'' MDF all around

08-10-2009, 02:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
speedfreak28 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: south jersey Posts: 247 Drives: 05 ram, 79 z28 Rep Power: 15	jst curious. why cant you use the w7 in the z? If you were to havea box built using fiberglass and mdf you could defiantely get the proper airspace for the sub. There are plenty of options with less mounting depth if that is the issue.

08-11-2009, 07:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
ddvette9 Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 823 Drives: 2013 Scion FRS Rep Power: 16	1. fiberglass and custom enclosres=$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ 2. sub is way too heavy and needs way too much power the 370

08-16-2009, 11:33 PM	#10 (permalink)
speedoflife Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: MS/TX Posts: 268 Drives: '06 Pontiac G.P. Rep Power: 15	Check out Fi Audio man: www.ficaraudio.com Try out their Q series of subwoofer. Very high quality, SUPERIOR customer service, and they really won't break your bank (of course, not much will compared to JL lol). I would recommend Fi to anyone, anyday. Good luck man!

08-19-2009, 01:16 AM	#11 (permalink)
Phimosis Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Oildale, CA Posts: 412 Drives: 2013 911 4S Rep Power: 415	I use a W6. they use the same space. True that the W7 is heavier and makes more bass than than needed for the stock system. My custom speaker box: