ML replacement SUB for GS
ML replacement SUB for GS
I was just looking for some insight on an Image Dynamics subwoofer to replace my blown ML sub. heres the link http://www.cardomain.com/item/IDSID10V3D4 . Now my question is would this fit in my 02 GS? and what kind of power would i need to run this? Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Im lookin to replace it soon. Also if anyone can recomend another affordable free air sub that might work that would be great too. thanks
Nolan
Nolan
Image Dynamics is a great sub. (I have one, heh heh...)
Also check out the Alumapro Alchemy free-air. www.alumapro.com
Also check out the Alumapro Alchemy free-air. www.alumapro.com
Originally Posted by engin_ear
Image Dynamics is a great sub. (I have one, heh heh...)
Also check out the Alumapro Alchemy free-air. www.alumapro.com
Also check out the Alumapro Alchemy free-air. www.alumapro.com
Originally Posted by engin_ear
Go with the Alumapro. The RF amp will drive it OK.
Nothing comes for free, except air
Ah Padawan, subs cannot be used for same purpose. They would not make two subs if that were the case, the'd just make one. No company would want to inventory two separate subs that are really the same thing.
The parameters of the sub's suspension must be different for free-air use. Generally the suspension is stiffer to compensate for less resistance due to not having the smaller box of air to compress. I'll check out the specs....
The parameters of the sub's suspension must be different for free-air use. Generally the suspension is stiffer to compensate for less resistance due to not having the smaller box of air to compress. I'll check out the specs....
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Yeah, I see your point, they look awfully similar. What I strongly recommend is that before you buy one, contact Alumapro directly (try calling their tech support, or email via the website) and ask them what the difference is. Make them tell you exactly what they do different when they build one versus the other.
Note that the MX notes specifically say 'Not recommended' for free-air use, AND, for the MX Free-Air, there is more of a power limit at 200W. This is so the woofer doesn't eat itself because of what I mentioned before, with no resistance in the form of the compression of the air in an enclosure, it is more free to flop around, unless specifically controlled/limited mechanically. This can make for some nasty overexcursions, distortion, heat, etc. if driven too hard.
Note that the MX notes specifically say 'Not recommended' for free-air use, AND, for the MX Free-Air, there is more of a power limit at 200W. This is so the woofer doesn't eat itself because of what I mentioned before, with no resistance in the form of the compression of the air in an enclosure, it is more free to flop around, unless specifically controlled/limited mechanically. This can make for some nasty overexcursions, distortion, heat, etc. if driven too hard.
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yea i spoke to a rep at alumapro and it looks like it is 2 different series of subs. He was kind of a A** so I think im just gonna order the ID10 v.3 d4 from image dynamics. Anyone currently using this in a free air setup. I know on sounddomain it says you can use it as free air but i just want to make sure befire i place my order. thanks
Originally Posted by Nolbi-Wan
yea i spoke to a rep at alumapro and it looks like it is 2 different series of subs. He was kind of a A** so I think im just gonna order the ID10 v.3 d4 from image dynamics. Anyone currently using this in a free air setup. I know on sounddomain it says you can use it as free air but i just want to make sure befire i place my order. thanks
Originally Posted by engin_ear
You can call Matt at Image Dynamics. He'll be able to give you all the info you need.
Well, i wasnt able to get a hold of Matt but was able to speak to someone else about free air setups and was advised to either go with the ID10 or ID10MAX. So i went to sounddomain because they are IDs only online retailer and put my order in for a ID10. Well turns out the item is back ordered. I called sounddomain and they said it will be 5-6 weeks..so that sucks...Guess ill try and find a alumapro FA. If not i guess i can wait for an ID. but anyways..jus wanted to thank those who replied with information.
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