Wanting to run 2 10s...opinions?

[bass_lover 2]

I'm currently running an 05 XXX 15 in a sealed 2.2 cubic foot enclosure, power by my Linear Power 2.2HV @ 8ohms...I'd guess about 800 watts rms. The output is great, however, the added weight of a 55lb driver and I guess another 20-30 for the box is whats killing me.

So I think I've decided to run 2 10s or 2 8s, though good 8s are hard to find, and I don't want to run an Rl-i, I've used TC products before and weren't too impressed with them.

I'm kinda leaning towards an Icon or SSD/Q, but am having a hard time deciding.

I listen to heavy metal, so large amounts of output are not truly necessary, but it is nice every once and a while...and by that I mean maybe 5 mins a week.

I plan to run sealed, to save some trunk space, as well as weight. Basically, I'm looking for something that fits the following criteria:

1) SQ is my main concern, I didn't spend 600 dollars getting my front stage where I wanted it, for no reason. I want a very accurate and detailed driver, something that WILL blend well with my front stage.

2) Wont break the bank, was looking at about 400 total, or if I'm lucky find someone that has said drivers and is willing to trade. I do not mind buying used.

3) Uses smallish sealed boxes, less than 1 cube per driver is preferred.

4) Dual 2 configuration, the LP runs more efficient @ 8ohms, with hardly a reduction in power.

Oh and if it matters, my current setup is:

Pio 880PRS

LPG 26NA

Peerless HDS Nomex 7s

Diamond Audio D3 400.2

(2) Linear Power 2.2HV

Thanks in advance every one.

[Aaron Clinton 2,372]

The FI Q, SSA ICON and Fi SSD are all solid choices for a 10". I was going to mention the SI BM, but it is a dual 4, there are not many dual 2 10" drivers out there, but honestly the RL-i 10 S4 is an option. The RL-i has had a long track record of happy customers.

[bass_lover 2]

I've looked into the SS RL-i, but I really want to try something different, I'm not much of a fan of TC...though I do enjoy their underhung motors, sadly they are very hard to find these days.

[JimJ 11]

What are you driving that that much weight is causing problems?

[Aaron Clinton 2,372]

I've looked into the SS RL-i, but I really want to try something different, I'm not much of a fan of TC...though I do enjoy their underhung motors, sadly they are very hard to find these days.

The first 3 drivers I listed would be at home in smaller then a cube.

[bass_lover 2]

98 VW Passat 1.8T is what I drive, I've decided to tune it more, and want to shed some weight, also I feel it would be better used by someone that actually listens to a lot of bass heavy music, I don't so I feel like I'm wasting it. The single Dayton HO 12 that it replaced, was plenty of output for me, the XXX is even more so, but I just don't need it.

The first 3 drivers I listed would be at home in smaller then a cube.

Yea, I'm tryin to find someone that will trade me two SSD 10s, but haven't found anyone yet. Might just end up selling the XXX and buying the SSDs from Fi, or Shawn, which ever.

Edited October 13, 2007 by bass_lover

[JimJ 11]

SQ takes weight

[bass_lover 2]

SQ takes weight

Har har...

Ya I've already got 3 layers of RAMMat on my front doors. It's more so that someone else could get better use of it than me, but the weight is an issue as well.

Plus I can get some of my trunk back going to 2 10s.

[bass_lover 2]

Well I've narrowed it down to either Q or SSD 10s...now the hard part is deciding between the two. SQ is my first concern, and I'd like to save some space and weight, does anyone have the weight of these drivers off hand?

[bass_lover 2]

Since my mind never stops working, I've decided I will not be going with Fi drivers. Instead however, I will be using Dayton again, going with the HO 10s this time around. I already have an idea of what they will sound like, since I've used the 12" version before (the motor is still sitting behind me), and they can be had for a GREAT price, so to me this seems like the logical choice.

As an added bonus, w/ the money I get from the XXX, I can purchase the 2 Daytons, and still have cash left over for a well built box, makes sense from every angle here.

And since they only weigh 12 lbs each, I'm shedding that weight that I wanted to get rid of.

Thanks for your thoughts guy