what are some of the best 10" subs for sound quality in a car?

[Kaido]

I have a Saturn ION 1 that I use mostly as a work car. I want to put two 10" subs. I don't need them to be super-loud, just good sound quality. Currently considering the 10" Adire Shivas, any suggestions? Also what amp would you recommend?

 

[minendo]

Depends on how much you want to spend.

 

[Kaido]

Originally posted by: minendo
Depends on how much you want to spend.

assuming price isn't an issue. not unreasonably expensive, but I can save.

 

[Goosemaster]

JL

 

[minendo]

Originally posted by: Kaido

Originally posted by: minendo
Depends on how much you want to spend.

assuming price isn't an issue. not unreasonably expensive, but I can save.

Well, what amp are you planning on using? How much space do you have?

 

[Kaido]

I'd say under $700 for two subs and an amp. As far as the rear of the car goes, should I put coaxials in? Take out the stock speakers and leave it as an empty hole? Put passive radiators in em?

 

[Falloutboy]

JL 10w3 are nice
Infinity Kappa Perfects are also a nice choice (this is what I run)

if you got the money JL 10w7 are awsome

 

[Kaido]

Originally posted by: minendo

Originally posted by: Kaido

Originally posted by: minendo
Depends on how much you want to spend.

assuming price isn't an issue. not unreasonably expensive, but I can save.

Well, what amp are you planning on using? How much space do you have?

Amp isn't selected yet. What would you recommend? It's a big trunk, I'm googling for size now. It's huge though.

 

[lokiju]

JL hands down.

 

[cjgallen]

Infinitys are good.

I got some MTX 10s, they suck. I got an 8" sub in my other car that sounds better (and louder!) than two MTX 10s.

 

[Zebo]

Subs? They pretty much all sound the same...doubt you pass an A/B test.. Buy the cheapest you can find from a name brand manufacturer and used saved to buy good speakers.

I use ADS 12" subs in my F350 and infinity in my lincoln...The guy who installed them assured me I could have saved a bundle with some cheap MA Audio 2 x 12 for $100.

 

[ShotgunSteven]

Quizno's.

 

[shortspanishguy]

Image Dynamics IDMAX (does not have the XBL^2 motor) or RE XXX or Adire . Anything with the XBL^2 motor has a nice flat BL curve. IMHO, these sound better than anything JL makes. JL is def overpriced. But then again SQ is very subjective.

 

[Borealis316]

JL and Infinity Kappas

I've always been a fan of Precision Power too. Their amps are top of the line. I took a 200x2 and a 75x4 on a nonstop road trip to colorado from minnesota full volume the whole time and they withstood the test like true champs, never died, needed a break or even whimpered the whole trip. Mind you that was in July or August so the trunk was obviously a littler hotter then usual.

 

[Drakkon]

Infinity Kappas seem to be the best price/sound combination imho...you can find em usually locally at stores for something like 2 for $100 (or at least thats what there always doing around here)

 

[aphex]

I have a JL 10" W3 and i am VERY happy..... Good price too, got it for around $169...

 

[MikeMike]

Originally posted by: shortspanishguy
Image Dynamics IDMAX (does not have the XBL^2 motor) or RE XXX or Adire . Anything with the XBL^2 motor has a nice flat BL curve. IMHO, these sound better than anything JL makes. JL is def overpriced. But then again SQ is very subjective.

newbie knows his stuff.

also check out Ascendant Audio. XBL^2, and very inexpensive, requiring a small amount of power, but pounding like no other from all i hear.

 

[shortspanishguy]

Originally posted by: nourdmrolNMT1

Originally posted by: shortspanishguy
Image Dynamics IDMAX (does not have the XBL^2 motor) or RE XXX or Adire . Anything with the XBL^2 motor has a nice flat BL curve. IMHO, these sound better than anything JL makes. JL is def overpriced. But then again SQ is very subjective.

newbie knows his stuff.

also check out Ascendant Audio. XBL^2, and very inexpensive, requiring a small amount of power, but pounding like no other from all i hear.

Yes, I forgot Ascendant. I need to try them out soon.

 

[voodoochylde]

IDMAX is definitely a good choice. As mentioned earlier, Resonant Engineering XXX (or MT...more spl/sql than pure sq though), Adire Audio's Brahma, Ascendant Audio's Atlas or Avalanche are all awesome. Coupl'a Eclipse Ti's are pretty damn good as well. Also, aside from being overpriced, a W7 from JL is hard to beat.

Mostly it comes down to budget, power requirements, and free space. Well, that and whether or not you're a fanboi.

 

[IHateMyJob2004]

Originally posted by: Goosemaster
JL

Seconded.

 

[IHateMyJob2004]

No votes for Velodyne? Now that's a sub, but $$$$$$$$

 

[Mrvile]

I like Subway and Quiznos the best but you'll have to cut off two inches if you want them to fit.

 

[ThisIsMatt]

Originally posted by: Zebo
Subs? They pretty much all sound the same...doubt you pass an A/B test.. Buy the cheapest you can find from a name brand manufacturer and used saved to buy good speakers.

I use ADS 12" subs in my F350 and infinity in my lincoln...The guy who installed them assured me I could have saved a bundle with some cheap MA Audio 2 x 12 for $100.

Sound the same? Ha. Please refrain from offering any more advice on the subject.

 

[shortspanishguy]

Originally posted by: ThisIsMatt

Originally posted by: Zebo
Subs? They pretty much all sound the same...doubt you pass an A/B test.. Buy the cheapest you can find from a name brand manufacturer and used saved to buy good speakers.

I use ADS 12" subs in my F350 and infinity in my lincoln...The guy who installed them assured me I could have saved a bundle with some cheap MA Audio 2 x 12 for $100.

Sound the same? Ha. Please refrain from offering any more advice on the subject.

qft

 

[Last Rezort]

Originally posted by: Goosemaster
JL

Yup, their j12's are plain awsome, and you would only need 1 ten.