Sundown X-6.5SW Video and Pictures

[sundownz 197]

We got the first prototype in here to test and I LOVE IT !!!

Cannot wait to get rolling with this project

They should cost $130 MAP from an authorized dealer.

* With Blackberry Z-10

[nem 2,019]

Might be time to redisign a tube for tight applications with this?

[stevemead08 752]

Interested

[stevemead08 752]

Do you have box, tuning, and rms on these?sorry if I missed it in another thread.

[sundownz 197]

Our life-test at the factory passed 300-watts RMS for 12-hours full bandwidth in a sealed box -- so I will probably rate it around that.<br /><br />JUST got the e-mail in confirming that -- we'll also do our own tests.

[stevemead08 752]

Perfect for what I have planned. Thanks

-ps I found the other thread.

[sundownz 197]

Spec sheet from factory LMS :

I measured Le on my Woofer Tester II as that was not included at 1.81 mH

[frogcase2002 393]

When can I get them?

[jonbearsmt 919]

nice

[dragon123443 3]

is there anyway to get a dustcao of one of those on the component set for sa

[sundownz 197]

No there is not. It would not glue to the cone properly as it glues to a flat diaphragm.

[cobra93 47]

I understand the Idea behind smaller diameter subs.

There is a market for them.

The thing that I don't understand is the the motor is to big to fit the possible application the driver could be used in.

 

I know it's been stated that neo is more expensive, but if people are looking for a smaller driver to fit the application the size of the motor will negate the application most of the time.

At least that's my opion.

 

I would love to kick/door mount some of these smaller subs, but can't due to the motor size.

I believe someone looking in this market would pay for the smaller driver (mounting depth and width) and you'd have a more versitile product that more serious buyers would jump on.

 

I'm courious what your thoughts are on my observations.

You are the designer/builder and have better understanding on the topic.

I would like to hear you thoughts as well as others.

[sundownz 197]

Based on the market segment I am hitting on -- a true sub-woofer -- the motor size isn't much of an issue.

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When you move on to something that is, by design, also a midbass / midrange the smaller motor is a consideration; see NS-6.5CS :

http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/1721077-post10.html

Even then the motor is still fairly large (for reference the NS-6.5CS set has about 12mm linear). Obviously alot smaller than the X-6.5SW but not a tiny motor at all.

For reference; the NS-6.5CS midrange costs ~2x to produce than what the X-6.5SW does -- I don't see that hitting the market niche of the X-6.5SW.

[cobra93 47]

TY for the response Jacob.

[OuTLaWeD 110]

Do I see carbon fiber cones in the background? New project for the future?

[quiet 0]

any update on these?

[Fi 4 life 0]

Or tweets?

[OuTLaWeD 110]

These would be great to replace my factory "subwoofers" with in the GTO. Too bad they are only a S4. My factory speakers are all S2ohm and I don't want to put a real sub in there and add weight. Any chance of a single 2ohm 6"?

[sundownz 197]

Revised prototype is on the way -- suspension is a little stiffer (ported F3 is nearly identical) with re-enforced glue joint and a few other modifications as well.

I will post up testing on it when it's here

[sundownz 197]

Rev.2 Prototype is here -- not 100% where I want it but closer

[sundownz 197]

Third prototype is done -- specs coming in between the first two prototypes. The box model graph is essentially identical to the original. Hopefully I have reached the perfect balance of mechanical durability and response -- should have it after new year some time in my hands

Gray is the first prototype I published spec on which was a bit too soft.

Yellow is the 2nd prototype that was way too stiff.

Green is the 3rd prototype that I hope achieves the best balance.

[Dexter Chaos 14]

Pre orders open when???

[SacredTanakh 67]

The reference component set looks very impressive, those crossovers...

[sundownz 197]

Third revision prototype is in :

** Free air test **

** Test Bench test in-box **

[suicidal 0]

has anyone used these? i have a project that has limited space and i'm curious as to how they perform before I spend the money on a couple of these subs.