fi audio n2 18"

[dimpthepimp 0]

Hey whats going on. had a question since fi audio came out with there new version n2. is there a need for a double 1" mdf baffle like there spec cut-sheets say. since the n2 is less weight?

[smashedz28 110]

Hey whats going on. had a question since fi audio came out with there new version n2. is there a need for a double 1" mdf baffle like there spec cut-sheets say. since the n2 is less weight?

wouldn't hurt. sure if you braced it well inside the box you wouldn't have to double baffle it.

If your using 1" MDF then dont think a double baffle is needed. But again.. wouldnt hurt.

[dimpthepimp 0]

yeah don't think so neither. seems like overkill...since fi audio went with this new n2 version which is way lighter than there original design. I think i'm going to go with a single sheet of 1" mdf and a piece over top to flush fit the sub. and there is two speaker boxes on the sides to screw it to.

[smashedz28 110]

1" MDF you should be good to go. Im sure if the n2 is anything like my generation 2 BTL it will make alot of pressure in that box. bracing is a good idea for it regardless of its weight.

[dimpthepimp 0]

yeah your probably right on that..thinking some round stock x-up inside the box?

[reelfish92 54]

I don't want to hi-jack your thread, but i am bout to have a box built for a N2 BTL 18", 8 cubic foot box in a yukon. Are you going to have your sub fire up, and the port face rear? And is 33 hz really the best tune? Any input would be appreciated!!

Good luck with the 18"!

[Ohjay 116]

I would double baffle and brace but that's just me. I do believe Fi recommends a 33hz tune, so depending on your application, that's probably a good starting point, is this going to be for daily or comps?

[ssh 924]

I don't want to hi-jack your thread, but i am bout to have a box built for a N2 BTL 18", 8 cubic foot box in a yukon. Are you going to have your sub fire up, and the port face rear? And is 33 hz really the best tune? Any input would be appreciated!!

Good luck with the 18"!

Just because someone bought the same driver as you doesn't mean their putting it in the exact same box and car as you.

What your asking isn't dependent on the specific driver as far as sub placement and port placement. Most people in SUV vehicles do subs up and port back. I'm not going to say it's the best or loudest way, but in most suv scenarios it works well.

Tuning depends on what you listen to? classic rock? rap? dubstep/electronica? country? It's country isn't?

I suggest you start your own topic to get some more help, instead of saying "I don't want thread-jack, but I'm going to any ways"

[ssh 924]

yeah don't think so neither. seems like overkill...since fi audio went with this new n2 version which is way lighter than there original design. I think i'm going to go with a single sheet of 1" mdf and a piece over top to flush fit the sub. and there is two speaker boxes on the sides to screw it to.

What thickness is the top panel going to be? 1" as well? , 3/4"?

If you do 1" panel and 3/4" or 1" for the flush mount, I'd say the mounting panel is rigid enough, but you must add internal bracing, whether it be 45s in the corners, steel bars, wooden dowels, etc.