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The Subwoofer and Your Car Audio System
One of the most essential elements of any solid car audio system is the Subwoofer. The Subwoofer is the device that provides the deep, heavy bass sound that so many people love to hear with their music. The challenge is that most automakers do not include the subwoofer as a standard part of the car stereo system - thus leaving the individual to figure out the best way to upgrade their ride.
Here are some quick tips to help you choose the perfect subwoofer for your ride!
1) Think about the type of music that you like to listen to the most. If this music heavy on the bass, then you should consider a more powerful subwoofer system.
2) Work within your budget by determining how much you can afford to pay for your subwoofer system (and then sticking to it!). If you go into debt over your car audio system, you won't enjoy it nearly as much.
3) Do you want one subwoofer or two? The number of subwoofers you place in your car depends on two key factors, the size of your ride (if you don't have a lot of interior space, you will probably want only one subwoofer) and the type of music you enjoy. Fans of classical and heavy metal music can generally get by with just a single subwoofer, while fans of hip-hop and rap or techno may choose two in order to get the richest audio experience possible.
4) Make sure the subwoofers are a good match for your speakers. Do your homework before purchasing your subwoofers to make sure that they will fit into the confines of your existing car audio speaker system.
5) Choose a durable subwoofer cone. The subwoofer cone is the device that protects your subwoofer over the years in whatever harsh conditions may come along. There are a number of different cones to choose from, each of which has a different price point. Subwoofer cone types include: kevlar, polypropylene, aluminum, and carbon fiber. Car audio experts agree that it is best to avoid paper cones due to their low durability.
6) Pick the right subwoofer size. The most common sizes of subwoofer are 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch and 15-inch. Again, choosing the right one has a lot to do with the type of music you enjoy listening to in your car. As a general rule, larger subwoofers produce a lower frequency (which may be ideal if you are a big fan of techno music).
7) Choose a reputable brand. While every car audio enthusiast has their favorite brands, there are a few that are preferred by critics and music lovers around the world. In particular, check out the subwoofer products made by Polk Audio, Infinity and MTX to see if they offer a system that meets your needs and your budget.
When selecting a subwoofer for your car audio system, the most important thing of all to remember is to do your homework. By researching all the different types of subwoofer systems, you will be much more likely to find the perfect fit for your car.
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My Technical Pro Xtreme-15 Powered Subwoofer Issue
home stereo prob - can setting a regular (15 inch subwoofer) speaker facedown on the floor ruin it?
I put my 15 inch subwoofer face down to get added base (and man was it great!) but now im not getting as much power?
was it made to lay face down? When you set it face down was it a couple inches off the ground or was the speaker actually touching the carpet/floor? If the speaker was hitting the floor when it moved in and out then it could have messed up the coil in the speaker. This is why a sub that fires towards the floor has the 1-2 inch legs on them. hope this helps
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