MAW-15 on 400w

[UCF52 0]

hey guys, im getting ready to order a Kicker KX700.5 to run my components and a sub (possibly a MAW-15). I was curious if you guys think 400 watts would be enough to push the MAW-15 in a 2.2 ft^3 sealed enclosure. i tried searching over on caraudio.com, but couldn't really find much, so i figured i would ask here first. thanks for any help.

[ANeonRider 3]

I think so.

If not, can always build a ported enclosure.

[UCF52 0]

I think so.

If not, can always build a ported enclosure.

well thats the thing, i am aiming for an LSQ setup and have read reviews that the MAW-15 sealed fits the bill. plus, i am working with the trunk of a mustang and i am already going to have to aim the sub upwards if i seal it due to lack of height in the trunk.

Edited August 31, 2007 by Matt

[ANeonRider 3]

It is really hard for me to say if it will be enough for you... which is why most of the time you have to try it & gain experience with what you want/desire.

[UCF52 0]

It is really hard for me to say if it will be enough for you... which is why most of the time you have to try it & gain experience with what you want/desire.

oh, i meant will 400 watts be enough to push the MAW. i should have made it more clear in the original post. 400 watts should be enough for me as far as power in my substage. i was just curious if i would be severely under powering the sub specifically.

[ANeonRider 3]

No such thing as underpowering. In all actuality, it is better to not push a sub to its limits to reduce distortion & increase accurate reproduction of the intended sound.

I think you'll be fine.

[UCF52 0]

No such thing as underpowering. In all actuality, it is better to not push a sub to its limits to reduce distortion & increase accurate reproduction of the intended sound.

I think you'll be fine.

great! thanks a lot man for the quick responses.

[ddeitz 0]

No such thing as underpowering. In all actuality, it is better to not push a sub to its limits to reduce distortion & increase accurate reproduction of the intended sound.

I think you'll be fine.

great! thanks a lot man for the quick responses.

somewhere near 400 should just be fine ull get it moving good

[UCF52 0]

No such thing as underpowering. In all actuality, it is better to not push a sub to its limits to reduce distortion & increase accurate reproduction of the intended sound.

I think you'll be fine.

great! thanks a lot man for the quick responses.

somewhere near 400 should just be fine ull get it moving good

good to know man, thanks.

[Aaron Clinton 2,372]

I agree with Scott, 400w is plenty, is it enough for you? That is for you to decide.

[UCF52 0]

I agree with Scott, 400w is plenty, is it enough for you? That is for you to decide.

400w should be plenty for me, I was just looking for reassurance that it was enough to move the MAW. Thanks!