I was thinking about getting a RF T2 10" sub but I really want the best SQ sub out there... ..I realize that the sound quality has a lot to do with the right sized box tuned to specs and amp, wiring, etc. but what is the best SQ sub?

 

Image Dynamics IDQ10 is a great SQ sub

 

I'm going to go check out the Boston Acoustics SPG555 this weekend to hear the SQ... what other recommendations for "SQ" subs?

 

ID or IDmax

W7 is up there to

Fi Q

budget and how much room do you have?

 

10W7 will give 99% of subs a run for their money. And they are CLEAN looking.

 

I don't find W7s very good for SQ... I find them a lil boomy - HOWEVER I've only heard them in the HO box which is meant for louder bass

 

Image Dynamics IDMAX!

 

RE Audio SE series or Fi Q

 

I still haven't bought a sub yet but have narrowed the field down...

Which sub set-up would you choose? I will be pushing the sub(s) with an Alpine MRP-M1000 - 1000 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms


1 10" Alpine type X
1 12" Alpine type X
1 JL 10 W7
2 JL 8 W7
1 Boston Acoustics SPG555 SS (racetrack design with top SQ)


I haven't heard the Alpine Xs but a lot of people say they are one of the best for SQ. What do you think?

 

alpine type x is a sick sub but IDMAX over W7 any day for SPL OR SQ.

 

I am leaning towards the Alpine type X but not sure on the size. I plan on putting them in a custom sealed box to maintain accuracy but not sure if the 10" will be enough to get the SQ lows that I am looking for...

 

I'd have to go with the JL 10W7. The W7 came about in 2001 after a long long wait. Thing has more patents on it than any other woofer on the market.

If they seem boomy to you, it's probably because they're in a vented enclosure. These sound awesome in a sealed enclosure. i guess I'm biased. I'm a JL Audio,Kicker,Alpine,Maats,Clarion, and Kenwood dealer in Omaha, Ne

BTW....went to their website. Counted 7 patents on the W7. May be more??

I'd do 10W7 personally myself, on a HD750.1.....but my G's breaking the bank on go fast mods.

 

I have considered the 10W7 too but I really want SQ and the Alpine Xs are made with SQ in mind.

Why would you choose the 10W7 over the Alpine 10s or 12s in a sealed enclosure?

Also, when I get a custom box, is fiberglass better than 1" MDF?

 

I'd go with the 1"MDF. The W7 is alot more musical than the power hungry type X. But it'll go a little something like this....this will be my good guy,right answer analogy that i tell my customers:

I love Fords, and Nissans. I used to have a Ford, Now I have a G35. You couldn't give me a Chevy. I dislike them. But you may love them, and dislike What I like....and so on and so on. It'll come down to personal preferance. I can't tell you one is better than the other. Just give advise! So truly it's up to you.

But if you look at www.jlaudio.com and read a little you'd be suprised. www.Alpine1.com doesn't have that much tech.....just sayin...

 

SQ wise, would the Alpine X 10" or 12" be better?

Why do you think the W7s are not a top choice? I've heard the IDmax and think they are nice but over a W7? Some say the JLs are overpriced and there are equally impressive subs for half the money. The only subs that I can put above the W7s are the Alpine Xs so far with IDmax a close second.

Thoughts?