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HT Rambler · 12-01-2009, 10:07 PM

I dropped the cash on a 500-5 today. I want to do a ten inch sub i believe. Still undecided on components?? I think i'm gonna do a a slim line sub. (Save as much space as possible)
any suggestions would be appreciated.

bigaudiofanat · 12-01-2009, 10:31 PM

What is your budget, what do you listen to? Also what are you going to use to power your components? All that can help me help you find a good set of components. I would say you could go with either a 10 inch or a 12. Both will sound good with a z enclosure.

Matt · 12-02-2009, 03:17 PM

I'm using an IDQ10 in a Zenclosure. Check my pictures to see how much space it takes up. I definitely recommend both of these products, the sub sounds absolutely amazing. Depending on your music, any more than the 1 10" might be overkill.

For the components, I went with Focal, but there are plenty of good speakers out there to choose from. Like Big said, what's your budget? There will be a completely different field to choose from if you're looking at $150 instead of $500 or $2000.

SlikNik · 12-02-2009, 03:46 PM

I am using the JL 12w6v2 in a Z Enclosure. 500 watts to the sub.
Slams hard and clean, Rock/Rap/Country

2fast4thelaw has a the 13"JL slimline sub I believe in a custom box. Check his threads on his system. Plus there are loads of Youtube videos of different subs out there.

Having had a 10" sub ( Boston g2) in the 350Z the 12"JL hits much harder in my 370 and has better sound. If you have more cash go to a 1000 watts and get the 12W7. Definitely go with a 12" if you go with 1 sub

Some say JL is overpriced, well so are Italian sportscars, and I wouldn't mind owning one of them, or you could buy a Ford Focus, both will get you from point A to point B

bigaudiofanat · 12-02-2009, 05:14 PM

I second the ID Q subs they absolutely smoke the JL's. "sorry slik but they are overpriced IMO" They get my vote and I personally had one.

Matt · 12-02-2009, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlikNik

Definitely go with a 12" if you go with 1 sub

I have a single 10" and it sounds better than many of the dual 12" setups I've had in the past (lower quality subs, but still 12"). I listen to everything, and even on hip hop/pop music, the bass can almost be too much for me.

So I think a single 10" can be plenty for some, but i can see how others may want more bass.

bigaudiofanat · 12-02-2009, 05:22 PM

I had the 12 inch ID Q sub and it was great either 10 or 12 will be solid and tight from Image dynamics.

SlikNik · 12-02-2009, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

they absolutely smoke the JL's.

Not a chance bro

Plus the guy is actually looking for a slim design. Hopefully 2fast will chime in.

bigaudiofanat · 12-02-2009, 05:52 PM

LOL everyone has opinions. (^_^) And they do

Matt · 12-02-2009, 07:20 PM

I know my IDQ10 beats out a previous W6 I had a while back (7+ years). Haven't read anything but negative stuff about the W7's and I've never done any of the research on any of the slim subs.

HT Rambler · 12-02-2009, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

What is your budget, what do you listen to? Also what are you going to use to power your components? All that can help me help you find a good set of components. I would say you could go with either a 10 inch or a 12. Both will sound good with a z enclosure.

Don't have a budget , i buy if i think it's worth it. If it too much i buy lesser , if i really want it ill save and get it.
"What are using to power the componenets" 500-5.

I have not made up mind on box , really want to save space. May have to get custom box made in spare well. So i'm sure it will have to be slim line.

HT Rambler · 12-02-2009, 08:28 PM

I listen to all kinds of music probably 85% rap. but i'm not a base head , i like tight base. I don't want to rattle the cars next to me.
My truck is dynomatted !! i'm gonna do the same to the z.

bigaudiofanat · 12-02-2009, 09:36 PM

So your looking for a full system?

If you have no budget you can put together a killer system.

For speakers I would look at image dynamics xs, rainbow, and polk sr series.

Amps higher end ones are audison and zapco. But as you said you already have one.

Subs imaged dynamics Q series now because you listen to rap I recommend a 12 inch as it will go deeper and lower.

Now I am being sort of open to the selection as I have said a lot about choices in previous threads. Also if I had a actual budget to go on I could help you more. The sub boxes I recommend looking at z enclosures as they can go in and out easily and no modifications are needed. If you would like a more detailed selection just ask. "little busy tonight that is another reason I have not went into details"

2fast4thelaw · 12-03-2009, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

I second the ID Q subs they absolutely smoke the JL's. "sorry slik but they are overpriced IMO" They get my vote and I personally had one.

ID Subs are good, but they do not smoke JLs unless you are talking W-1's or W-0s. JL Audio has made subs longer than anyone in the market and have always set the bar for sound quality and performance. JL subs are expensive because they are one of the very few manufactures that are manufactured in the US. They also do NOT cut corners on quality or materials.

I dont care what anyone says, JL subs are the bomb!

2fast4thelaw · 12-03-2009, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HT Rambler

Don't have a budget , i buy if i think it's worth it. If it too much i buy lesser , if i really want it ill save and get it.
"What are using to power the componenets" 500-5.

I have not made up mind on box , really want to save space. May have to get custom box made in spare well. So i'm sure it will have to be slim line.

The perfect match to the 5/500 amp is the 12W3v3. I had this combo in my 350z and it sounded amazing. The bass is painfully tight and hits incredibly low. This sub rocks on 250watts rms, any more would be a waste.

Just get a good set of components and DONT skimp! Get some Focal's in those doors and you will have one killer system.

12-01-2009, 10:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
HT Rambler Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pearland TX. Posts: 257 Drives: 2009 370z red auto Rep Power: 16	Getting started I dropped the cash on a 500-5 today. I want to do a ten inch sub i believe. Still undecided on components?? I think i'm gonna do a a slim line sub. (Save as much space as possible) any suggestions would be appreciated.

12-01-2009, 10:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	What is your budget, what do you listen to? Also what are you going to use to power your components? All that can help me help you find a good set of components. I would say you could go with either a 10 inch or a 12. Both will sound good with a z enclosure. __________________ 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/

12-02-2009, 03:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
Matt A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Augusta, GA Age: 41 Posts: 1,680 Drives: 2010 Avalanche LT Rep Power: 19	I'm using an IDQ10 in a Zenclosure. Check my pictures to see how much space it takes up. I definitely recommend both of these products, the sub sounds absolutely amazing. Depending on your music, any more than the 1 10" might be overkill. For the components, I went with Focal, but there are plenty of good speakers out there to choose from. Like Big said, what's your budget? There will be a completely different field to choose from if you're looking at $150 instead of $500 or $2000. __________________ "Any man who can drive a 370z while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the Z the attention it deserves." Albert Einstein....modified.

12-02-2009, 03:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
SlikNik Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 294 Drives: 2015 Corvette Z51 Rep Power: 18	I am using the JL 12w6v2 in a Z Enclosure. 500 watts to the sub. Slams hard and clean, Rock/Rap/Country 2fast4thelaw has a the 13"JL slimline sub I believe in a custom box. Check his threads on his system. Plus there are loads of Youtube videos of different subs out there. Having had a 10" sub ( Boston g2) in the 350Z the 12"JL hits much harder in my 370 and has better sound. If you have more cash go to a 1000 watts and get the 12W7. Definitely go with a 12" if you go with 1 sub Some say JL is overpriced, well so are Italian sportscars, and I wouldn't mind owning one of them, or you could buy a Ford Focus, both will get you from point A to point B __________________ Enjoy my Audio Install Videos. http://www.the370z.com/audio-video/1...ll-videos.html

12-02-2009, 05:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	I second the ID Q subs they absolutely smoke the JL's. "sorry slik but they are overpriced IMO" They get my vote and I personally had one. __________________ 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/ Last edited by bigaudiofanat; 12-02-2009 at 05:16 PM.

12-02-2009, 05:22 PM	#7 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	I had the 12 inch ID Q sub and it was great either 10 or 12 will be solid and tight from Image dynamics. __________________ 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/

12-02-2009, 05:52 PM	#9 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	LOL everyone has opinions. (^_^) And they do __________________ 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/

12-02-2009, 07:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
Matt A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Augusta, GA Age: 41 Posts: 1,680 Drives: 2010 Avalanche LT Rep Power: 19	I know my IDQ10 beats out a previous W6 I had a while back (7+ years). Haven't read anything but negative stuff about the W7's and I've never done any of the research on any of the slim subs. __________________ "Any man who can drive a 370z while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the Z the attention it deserves." Albert Einstein....modified.

12-02-2009, 08:28 PM	#12 (permalink)
HT Rambler Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pearland TX. Posts: 257 Drives: 2009 370z red auto Rep Power: 16	I listen to all kinds of music probably 85% rap. but i'm not a base head , i like tight base. I don't want to rattle the cars next to me. My truck is dynomatted !! i'm gonna do the same to the z.

12-02-2009, 09:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	So your looking for a full system? If you have no budget you can put together a killer system. For speakers I would look at image dynamics xs, rainbow, and polk sr series. Amps higher end ones are audison and zapco. But as you said you already have one. Subs imaged dynamics Q series now because you listen to rap I recommend a 12 inch as it will go deeper and lower. Now I am being sort of open to the selection as I have said a lot about choices in previous threads. Also if I had a actual budget to go on I could help you more. The sub boxes I recommend looking at z enclosures as they can go in and out easily and no modifications are needed. If you would like a more detailed selection just ask. "little busy tonight that is another reason I have not went into details" __________________ 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/

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