[DC Audio lvl 5 m3 T/S specs]

The lvl 5s will work m2s need some adjusting, the m4 versions seam solid. I'm impressed with the 12s, so far. I used the m2 15s for several years without much issues. Takes testing and some know how. Not a simple ported box by no means

awesome! I'm excited about this build! can't wait to get started

[DC Audio lvl 5 m3 T/S specs]

http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/197191-4-dc-5ks-4-dc-lvl5-m3s-3-370-singers-yukon-on-28s-1626-51hz-testing/

You are not asking too many questions, I will gladly share what I have learned, which isn't much. Good luck with the build

thanks for all the help! i read through the whole thread and learned alot! hopefullt i can apply it.

[DC Audio lvl 5 m3 T/S specs]

Hmm ..ok I think I have the space to go with the same specs.. The reason I'm asking so many questions is because I'm going to a shop to do this build because it's the BMW and I hear that the signal is fiber optic making it difficult to work with.. Also bmw electronics are really moody with electrical so I don't want it to fall on me if I F up lol

I've seen them work with 4th orders a lot with w6's and w7's and recently sun downs.. But I'm not sure they've worked with dc and I don't think they'll be able to play with specs so id like to go with as much info as possible lol.. do you have a thread with your build so I can look at your box for ideas?

[DC Audio lvl 5 m3 T/S specs]

12s work fine too...

why is everyones builds so damn huge!

a single lvl 5 and 3.5k might be just right for me lol

[DC Audio lvl 5 m3 T/S specs]

sorry to bring up an old thread! but does this mean that the lvl won't be the best choice of DC audio gear to use in a 4th order? From what i was reading, the lvl 4 12 would be best? i was really looking forward to using 1 lvl 5 instead of 2 lvl 4's to save space in my car =(

The nubers show that it is not ideal for 4th order use, however I have four lvl 5 m3 15's in a 4th and it is nasty, plays lows (25hz) and does a 162.6 @ 51hz. I was worried that I chose the wrong enclosure for my subs but once I got the sealed side and port area correct I stood corrected. BTW, Thank you again Jeff for getting me on the right path!

nice! I saw the thread that you made about it.. wasn't sure if you went through with it or not.. what size or ratio did you end up going with for the sealed and ported sides? do you have any videos?

[DC Audio lvl 5 m3 T/S specs]

sorry to bring up an old thread! but does this mean that the lvl won't be the best choice of DC audio gear to use in a 4th order? From what i was reading, the lvl 4 12 would be best? i was really looking forward to using 1 lvl 5 instead of 2 lvl 4's to save space in my car =(

[Heres What over 1 Million Watts looks Like]

you guys should do a tractor trailer build

[Level 5 12 M3 10 Inch Spiders, AR Cone Pic]

would this be any good for daily? or just a competition setting?

so much sexy

[12" dc lvl 4 m2]

each coil reads 1 ohm? or it reads 1 ohm after being wired to your amp?

actually i didn't think to check them each individually. it reads 1 ohm after being wired negative to negative and positive to positive from coil to coil... it's a dual 2 ohm.. so i supposed this meant both coils were ok

[12" dc lvl 4 m2]

first thing i would do is measure the impedance of the voice coils

I forgot to mention that I did that and reads around 1 ohm steady when i checked.. is it possible that the coils could be rubbing but not blown? Also, it looks like a m2 lvl 4 but is it possible that its not and im pushing it to its limit?

[12" dc lvl 4 m2]

hey guys... been a while since i posted on here! about a year or two ago i bought a used 12" lvl 4 m2 after purchasing my brand new one for a dual sub build that i never got to.. When i received it i did the push test on the cone and didn't notice and noise or rubbing and i hooked it up free air and gave it some power and didn't hear anything either.. so i figured it was all ok and packed it back up..

I recently put the system back in and decided to swap the subs and open up the subs so i put the used one i bought in and at high volumes I get some kind of popping noise in the subwoofer with like none of the power of my original dc... with my 1 12 i used to get tremendous roof flex, with this the seats barely vibrate..

So I checked all my connections and voltages and I'm still getting the same issue! So i swapped the subwoofers, and what do you know! tremendous roof and windshield flex with my old lvl 4!

Do you guys think one of the coils on the used on i bought is burnt? and what are some solutions? I tried reconing some old cerwin vega woofers i had laying around and that was a horrible fail so i don't want to do this on my own lol

If it helps the amp is a brand new crescendo symphony 1500.1 and voltage never goes below 12.5 on full tilt.. usually hovers around 13.0-13.2

[Anyone have a lvl 4 or xl in a 4th order?]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZfHFZ5VZJo&feature=youtu.be

Two 12" level 4's on a bc 3500. Was even louder on 2 bc 3500's...lol

damn man that looks real loud! any shots of the trunk?

http://www.floridaspl.com/forums/showpost.php?p=440209&postcount=47

http://www.floridaspl.com/forums/showpost.php?p=440268&postcount=54

Thanks man! i like that build, looks clean, but how about trunk space? I heard that if i want to do two in a 4th order it'll take up the whole trunk

[Anyone have a lvl 4 or xl in a 4th order?]

Look up CJ F-150 build. He as 8 xl's in a 4th

I dont think I count since I have 8 XLs

LOL I've seen his build and it definitely does not count lol.. but on a side note, if you decide to sell two of those XL's and they're 12's ( i cant remember if they are or not) then i call dibs!

[Anyone have a lvl 4 or xl in a 4th order?]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZfHFZ5VZJo&feature=youtu.be

Two 12" level 4's on a bc 3500. Was even louder on 2 bc 3500's...lol

damn man that looks real loud! any shots of the trunk?

[Anyone have a lvl 4 or xl in a 4th order?]

Sorry, I'm running 2 level 4's.in a blow through in a honda ridgeline. FYI 2 is definitely better than 1.lol they do sound good and have a pretty wide pass band.

lol do you have any videos of it? I'd still like to see it.. i figured two would be better than one, the problem is its going in a 08 bmw 550i and i dont have that much space to play with... im not trying to rip my trunk apart or use up all the space lol

[Anyone have a lvl 4 or xl in a 4th order?]

I wanna see some videos! preferably of a single 12 or 15 since I can only find videos of 2 or more lol... im trying to do a 4th order ported through the rear deck to lower the pressure in my trunk

[DC Audio On Line Dealers list]

Awesome! But, I hope the increase in availability- and increase in demand- does not cause a decrease in product quality as in other brands!

We built our name on Quality, and that wont change

Glad to hear that from the boss himself!

[DC Audio On Line Dealers list]

Awesome! But, I hope the increase in availability- and increase in demand- does not cause a decrease in product quality as in other brands!

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[2 12 inch lvl 4 m2's box questions]

Because that is the optimal airspace for the given driver on rated power. If you want to over power a driver, then you need to take away airspace to help the driver be able to handle the power. If you want to run less power, then you can add airspace to make the driver more efficient with the power that you have.

If your box is too big on rated power or more, you are going to have problems.

O i see what you mean now.. that's good to know! thanks for the help.. so if i give the woofers more power but in the smaller box they would play the same lows as a bigger box with lower power?

[2 12 inch lvl 4 m2's box questions]

I would stick with the recommended airspace.

I guess what i'm trying to find out is why the recommended airspace is recommended lol

What exactly is after displacement? Wouldn't port bracing and the subs lower my cu ft because it's taking up space? And so you're saying that I should lower my power with a bigger box? Or does it not matter?

It means everything is gonna take up more space than just 3 cu ft. Yes, all that is going to lower your cubic feet. I suggest getting friendly with Torres and mocking up a few designs, easiest way to know the volume of the box before and after displacement.

thanks.. that's what i thought.. i was trying to use Torres.. i think i kind of got the hang of it.. i guess i could use the extra space i have and build an amp rack or something

[2 12 inch lvl 4 m2's box questions]

What exactly is after displacement? Wouldn't port bracing and the subs lower my cu ft because it's taking up space? And so you're saying that I should lower my power with a bigger box? Or does it not matter?

[2 12 inch lvl 4 m2's box questions]

hey, I know that it is recommended 1.5ft³ for a ported build for each sub.. that would put me at about 3ft³ for the total box.. i was thinking of building a box that is about 4.5-5ft³ because i want to hit the lows louder and i have space for the box.. ill be throwing about 1700w at 1ohm to each sub.. anyone know what would happen if i give it this much space? like will the sub get damaged?