View Full Version : Looking at 12" subs for trunk and don't know what I need
Andrew916
Oct 18, 2008, 04:18 PM
I obciously need the speakers but what else? Do I need a separate amp for the speakers? And what would you suggest as far as brands and models
KISS
Oct 18, 2008, 06:31 PM
This would basically be ideal, but it's discontinued.
Infinity BassLink T Class D powered subwoofer at Crutchfield.com (http://www.crutchfield.com/S-IE6fim8dvKQ/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?i=108BASSLT)
An integral class-D amplifier powered subwoofer would be ideal.
Bass is non-directional, so only one speaker is needed.
A crossover is generally required, but simple ones are in amplifiers designed for bass.
Usually bass is in both channels, but to use a single sub, you use a dual-voice coil speaker and two amps.
We can come back to this after you do a little research.
They say home and car.
http://www.infiniteelectronix.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1511
In any event, go class D.
Freeflyda
Oct 19, 2008, 06:03 PM
You need:
-enclosure
-speakers
-amp
-power wire (to battery - with fuse)
-remote wire(from amp to any 12v powersource that turns on with the keys in)
-speaker wire
-ground wire (amp - chasis)
*if you are hooking the amp up to an aftermarket headunit you will need rca jacks, if you are wiring it into the stock system you will need a LOC (low end converter) stinger makes a decent one for about $20