What's the best amp to power 2 of these 12's? And do they sound better in a sealed box or ported?
252356
I've had many amps powering different kinds of subs , to b honest I've had everything from jl to alphasonic and all preformed same to me and I love lot of bass in system. Just make sure you match amps output to sub's . I have a sound stream powering all my full range speakers and alphasonic mono on sub's now ...hits hard
252357
OK..well ported box moves lot of freaking air in truck so b prepared for screws coming loose and rattling.. Lol... I like the sealed box just deeper sounding bass to me.
2260594
For the preamp you may want something with a bit less gain than a 12AX7. I keep a selection of 12AU7s, 12AT7s, 12AY7s etc. I have an RCA made metal can 6V6 in the power stage and its unbelievable. The dynamic range is huge.
223103
I am using this amp to power four 6x9 speakers. I think this amp will power two 12'' subs. If you want the subs to hit hard and the system to last, I would use a larger amp.
318890
well if your looking to go to the peak power 1600 true watts i have 2 on a 1200 watt amp and they sound good id probably get a 1500 watt mono block hifonics amp the one thats one ohm stable and wire the subs to one ohm and they will sound great
613616
Just my 02 since I have them. Mine are hooked up to a low power amp. 45wpc if I remember right. That sound good but do not produce a lot of bass. I'm thinking without an amp they would produce even less bass. Hopefully someone has tried them without an amp. The good point on these is I'm hearing far more detail in the music than I ever heard from 2 way and 3 way all in one speakers. I would recommend them even without an amp for that reason. I have the tweeters mounted on the plastic cover behind the side mirrors. It's easier when you keep the wiring within the doors.
104812
For a sealed enclosure like for 1.25cu.ft and 1.5cu.ft for ported. I personally have mine in this box, http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004X63LQ2 gives some good clean bass while still delivering strong bass.
985639
everyone is gonna have different opinions but it's also gonna depend on what kind of enclosure you have it in, right now I have mine in a ported enclosure with an mrx m110 giving it 1100 watts and it sounds amazing, these things loveee power so if you go sealed Id probably reccommend something with a bit more juice. in my opinion.
1060467
I would consider a bigger amp because of the 2 12's and you need more power. If you bring to 2ohm load then you can power with any 2 channel or mono with sufficient power. Check the power rating of the drivers and will help in your decision. Hope this helps.
1640842
A ported box is better because then the sub doesn't heat up. The box I used I found at MobileSoundWorks.com for $124.
77567
This subwoofer has specs that offer both sealed and ported applications. They were bought for a small sealed box in a Dodge Ram. Sound great.
1220952
Sealed boxes will produce a better sound quality based on what type of subwoofer you use, but a ported box will be louder.
1712360
I run two mofo 12's, they run great with these amps, I have two of them. I'd suggest a ported box, but then again that's me. I have a Chevy hhr, so it's a little much for my small car, but I love it. Hope this helps you. Enjoy them if you do get them, I know I do.
840283
More ported I'd say to be honest. They'd hit harder, give you more of that deep rich bass sound. Although if you have them in a sealed box they still hit really well. I have 3 in a sealed box and they smack but I'm switching to a ported box.
256904
Depends on the watts of the subs. Personally, I would go with something current. Do some research and try to get the most outta your subs. They push my cheepo 12s nice.
886749
My honest opinion. I like mine ported so I'm more of a SPL guy who loves his music loud. But the details are still there even when you driving at almost distortion levels. You need a good box and amp to begin with.
111219
Well, really, these subs are rated to HANDLE 350 watts RMS from an amplifier... but I've had 2 of these hounding hard in a ported box with about 500 clean watts to EACH from a Rockford Fosgate P1000x1D (love these amps). The coils will smell for a few days but they'll work-in fine, just watch the power. In a sealed box they can take 600 watts RMS each ok, but again, use common sense with the bass boost & gains. A very accurate and clean tone to these subs... even better than JL Audio in my opinion. They compete with Infinity Kappas. Put them in the correct sized box (right around 1.75 cu. ft. for ported box for each sub.)
531259
I have tried a dynaco St120 clone (60 watts) and it worked great. I currently use a M125 tube amp with 120 watts and that works perfect. Plenty of power to drive these speakers.