The eXtremes of what to tune the Fi lineup

[ronrico418 0]

Question What is the highest and lowest tuning that you all know of for the differnet series of the Fi lineup? AA would also be considered.

Personally I would be most concerened with 18s and 15s

I currently have 1 15" BTL dual mag in 3.8CF and tuned to 35hz

Many people including myself (surprise) are really impressed by the output of this sub/enclosure combo

I however have realised that (to know surprise) the cabinet is not capable of playing the lowest notes. Really needing more airspace for lower simpler tuning abilities, the box is great for "most people" and say a "rocker" type listener. Now since I myself am a rocker, Staind, Linkin Park, Korn, come to mind more popular rocker bands to demo would be Pink Floyd, Judas Priest, (PAINKILLER, A Touch of Evil)) or some Metallica w/ Lars' awesome tight double bass kicks.

I know in advance in setting up my car for daily driving this would be good tuning for me since I do like various types of music. In setting up my S10 Blazer I know in advance that I'm willing to sacrifice my "metal" listening abilities (for the most part) for the greater good of being able to play those lowest frequencies like Techmaster PEB, MC A.D.E., and L'Trimms car's that go booom.

So again the lowest know tuning frequencies any of you may definately know of and also the highest frequencies. Wanting to here of anything you got in the Fi family (AA included) Personally I want to run 4 18s at the lowest frequency but I have an enclosure I am building soon with either 2 BTL 18s or 2 Havoc's in 10 CF with "metal music" in mind subs up port back (vented with square port center bottom. Would love to tune higher as Jeezy won't find his way in the CD player very often. 36 - 37hz what is KNOWN?

My own system 4 18's up in the air anywhere between SSDs and Havoc's. BTL dual mags a slight option. Would have to get another Sundown Saz3000D though. Definately tuning this enclosure lower with around 20 CF 4th order single reflex bandpass. 25-27 hz What is KNOWN?

Could definately use alot of help on this one so if you know PLEASE POST if you have some definate knowledge on the different types of music listened to at the extemes of tuning and the happiness of the owner with thier settup.

THANKS IN ADVANCE TO EVERYONE ~Ronrico

Edited March 13, 2008 by 418FIs

[BKOLFO4 29]

For a daily driver that you are going to compete with (looking for best SPL, but want to play music), I have found subs can work tuned up to 40-42 Hz, but definitely need the subsonic filter set correctly and you will find songs that are not as strong as they are with a box tuned to 35 Hz. If you are not going to compete with the system on a regular basis, I would not bother tuning above 35 Hz.

For SPL only, there really is not a limit to the tuning. Music may sound terrible, but if the subsonic filter is set correctly, you will be ok.

[tejcurrent 13]

I've dropped the tuning on my 18" BTLs from 36hz to 32, and while it picked up just slightly on the low lows, it didn't give me the sound I wanted from music, and didn't sound as loud to the ear. I got slightly better hair tricks with the higher tune as well. This was just my vehicle, I'm sure it might be different in different vehicles and to others tastes.

[JimJ 11]

Question What is the highest and lowest tuning that you all know of for the differnet series of the Fi lineup?

Anything from subsonic tunings in the 15-19Hz range for home use, to 45Hz and up for competition...

Personally, for what you describe, I think you're choosing the wrong subs and the wrong enclosure, I'd rather go with SSD's with copper coils, sealed...

[ronrico418 0]

I am about to start a build on 2 18" Havocs w/ a RF 40001. Guy listens to Heavy Rock. 35hz is what we've decided on so far. I ahd a bandpass tuned to 28hz and I loved it. It was in an S10 so I agree w/ Tejcurrent. Probably wouldn't have been as nice in a bigger vehicle like his.

Shizzzon you have a PM.

Ronrico