suggestions on 15" sub for 3.5 cubic foot box 35hz

[blakgtp]

So I currently have 1 sundown sa-15 in a 3.5 cube box tuned to 35hz. with 1.8k rms available I'm assuming it wont last forever. Which subwoofer would work well in that box and that power? budget is <$350

my other thought was to go with 2 12's and make a new box. but that would require more work and time. I'm assuming output would be fairly similar between, say 2 sa-12's on 1.8k watts vs a beefier 15 on 1.8k? opinions appreciated!

[blakgtp]

I've come across this sub , though it's a bit over budget

Havoc 15 Ascendant audio 15" 1250W Havoc Series Subwoofer - SSA STORE

[VWGolfMKVI]

Try and find a used American Bass HD15

[cxa0897]

havoc or the icon would be excellent choices

[blakgtp]

Originally Posted by cxa0897

havoc or the icon would be excellent choices

I was looking at the icons. at $360 it's the most affordable option. I've heard that the SQ on these are quite amazing. How would the output compare to my current sa-15?

[blakgtp]

Originally Posted by VWGolfMKVI

Try and find a used American Bass HD15

That looks like it's quite a beast. I'll keep my eyes open for a used one. I prefer to buy new stuff though

[666WMD]

Talk to Alan Hall or Taylorfade on Caco.com about the Tantric subs. You can have it built how you want to fit the space you have and shouldn't cost you more than $300 to take that power.

[KingPen]

What amp are you using?

[blakgtp]

RE xtx 5000.1,which I've been skeptical about. So I finally convinced my friend to test it for me. he said just under 1800 at 14 volts.

[VWGolfMKVI]

Originally Posted by blakgtp

RE xtx 5000.1,which I've been skeptical about. So I finally convinced my friend to test it for me. he said just under 1800 at 14 volts.

You have PM

[cxa0897]

icon would definitely outperform the sa in output and sq.

tantric would also be a good choice, if you can get over the looks of em.

[KingPen]

Originally Posted by blakgtp

RE xtx 5000.1,which I've been skeptical about. So I finally convinced my friend to test it for me. he said just under 1800 at 14 volts.

Thats about on par if it were Wire to 1 ohm and rising. Thats a lot of Power for an SA.

[blakgtp]

Originally Posted by jcarver1112

Thats about on par if it were wire to 1 ohm and rising. Thats a lot of power for an SA.

the sa-15 was a dual 4 wired at 2 ohms

[blakgtp]

so guys there's was a misunderstanding. after talking to the builder of the box, and taking measurements to confirm... the box is 4.2 cubes and tuned to 36.7hz. Also, I acquired a fi bl 15 fully loaded. It will be going into that box. Will the re amp be ok to wire down to 0.5 ohm, or should I get a different amp?

[cxa0897]

I would not wire to .5 on that amp, unless you have a very good electrical system, and even then it is iffy

[OVER 160db MISSION]

I dont trust 0.5 on that amp. It seems U.S. Amps made the new RE Amps more for profit(if there even making them). It sure has alot of power though. But i mean REALLY? Do you really expect 5000watts at 300 dollars lolol.

[nkrell11]

Originally Posted by OVER 160db MISSION

I dont trust 0.5 on that amp. It seems U.S. Amps made the new RE Amps more for profit(if there even making them). It sure has alot of power though. But i mean REALLY? Do you really expect 5000watts at 300 dollars lolol.

Well I mean since the 5000 watts is peak power then you really wouldn't expect that if you can read the specifications sheet.

[Aaron Clinton]

Originally Posted by cxa0897

havoc or the icon would be excellent choices