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Old Mar 20, 2009 | 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by PHXF
whoops, there are actually some 8's of the kciker same subs. Same problem with response, however.

also, pioneer does make a sub that will fit... it's just a matter of whether or not it will function as a free air sub without any problems: http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PU...llow/TS-SW841D

Any thoughts on how to choose a sub for free-air that isn't specified as such?
Are you going to do the install or are you going to have a shop do it? I would take the F to a respected custom sound or even just a sound shop and let them look at the sub and space and offer you recommendations on subs, types of, power needed, etc. My last car had 4 11" Focal Subs (I was hesitant to put them in since I was used to JL and Kicker) in it and they were awesome subs. I would pick up another set of Focal's any day.
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Old Mar 20, 2009 | 01:59 PM
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Are you going to do the install or are you going to have a shop do it? I would take the F to a respected custom sound or even just a sound shop and let them look at the sub and space and offer you recommendations on subs, types of, power needed, etc. My last car had 4 11" Focal Subs (I was hesitant to put them in since I was used to JL and Kicker) in it and they were awesome subs. I would pick up another set of Focal's any day.
yeah but your rich!
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Old Mar 20, 2009 | 02:23 PM
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dude.. dont buy kicker subs.. there sh1ty
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Old Mar 20, 2009 | 03:08 PM
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JL all the way.. or Boston Acoustics...
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 08:13 AM
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hey, did you ever replace your sub? i gotta get more sound out of this car also

has anyone just installed an amp and box with speakers in the back? last time i did this nonsense was back in high school like 8 years ago and i had to swap the head unit but i don't want to do all that with the ML package i have...
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 09:31 AM
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this thread would be better served in the audio section of the forum. i was reading about a replacement for 100 bukcs that works with factory amps and is same size and is better made.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by DFLORES
this thread would be better served in the audio section of the forum. i was reading about a replacement for 100 bukcs that works with factory amps and is same size and is better made.
Do have more information on the sub brand or a link?
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 02:07 PM
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Arc audio has a nice 8" sub and mini amps that are amazing
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 02:23 PM
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you're probably goin to need a free-air sub for it to sound rite. a normal sub needs an enclosure for sound quality...the ML should be free-air, if I'm not mistaken
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by verals05
Do have more information on the sub brand or a link?
http://www.diycable.com/main/product...107b74f51c4975

i saw this.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by DFLORES
how can you tell the dimensions of this sub? It says it's a 10"...seems like it would be way too big. Doesn't say anything about depth...
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 11:24 PM
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Any more update on this. The pioneer looks like the way to go but has anyone tried this yet?
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by verals05
JL all the way.. or Boston Acoustics...

BA sound like crystals exploding in your ears


JL is the best but pricey!
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by 8speed
BA sound like crystals exploding in your ears


JL is the best but pricey!
so are pioneer and alpine good alternatives to the pricey JL's? then kicker? there are so many brands, i just wanted more bass at a reasonable price.
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by malujerry
so are pioneer and alpine good alternatives to the pricey JL's? then kicker? there are so many brands, i just wanted more bass at a reasonable price.


IMO the stock ML system sounds awesome, and I wouldn't change a thing other than doing the DVD/Nav hack so I could have "on the fly capabilities". Why add weight and void your warranty with an aftermarket set up? If you must, add a decent sized amp under your seat or in the trunk and run a custom box with 10's or 12's in the small of the trunk. If you're going to do it, do it right. No other sub install will work and look the same as doing this

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