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Ported generally allows for more volume, and a deeper tone.
Sealed gives a better response and a punchier bass.
It really depends on what sort of music u listen to. Personally prefer sealed for sound quality. Also, ported boxes usually require a larger volume, and this isnt too good for ur CRX's boot space.
you can also have a ported box that incorporates a port that is designed for spl and then you can have a smaller port that tunes the box for sq. the sq port can be made to slot inside the spl port. therfore you can have the best of both worlds.
Personal opinion, i reckon the sealed box for a 12". Otherwise there will be too much distortion and vibrating coming out.
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Originally Posted by destrukshn
Absolutely correct, sealed would be much better for all sized subs. If you are planning to put them into your CRX you would be better off keeping them sealed, as the bass will bounce off the walls of your car, as it is a hatch, thus allowing the bass to pass through the parcel tray much easier hence producing more bass compared to a sedan for example.
the bass is going to bounce off the walls regardless. it just depends whether your after loud spl or a tighter bass note. also if space is a concern then definetly go sealed.
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is there like an ideal size to have for each sized/powered sub?
like stated originally i'm interested in doin a custom enclosure but am a n00b stereo wise. basically i am thinking of goin with two 10" or 12" subs.
There will be a specific size for each sub. Ported will always be larger. If size is your main concern (which it should be in a crx) go sealed. If your not entering shows etc. it wont make _that_ much of a difference. You should be happy.
Im thinking of ditching my ported 12w3 for a sealed to save space :thumbsup:
eya hi'm loking at goin sealed but wanted to know how big i should make it
in general, the bigger the box the better it sound and the more power it requires. refer to the spec for the size.
what crap are u talking man it just sounds louder the bigger u go
Should be listed in the specs with the sub.Quote:
Originally Posted by panda[CRX]
Sealed will also require more power than a ported (not sure if it was mentioned before- didnt read the whole thread :o )
cool thx. i'm a lil while off attempting my custom enclosure as i have more important things lined up first but i'll post pics n shit up when i do it :)