Need help picking the right 18'' to match with BRZ 1700.1

[Msg4lifesucka]

So im trying to plan my new build. Im thinking about the Sundown Z v.3 18 inch sub to run with my Hifonics BRZ 1700.1 i only have about 6 cubic feet to work with. would that sub sound good in a ported box tuned to around 29-32 hz? Or is there a better 18 i could go with?? here are some pictures of my current build. http://s1249.photobu...%3D084ea3d2.jpg the box is 4 cubes tuned to 32 hz. i get a fair amount of windsheld flexx with it on only 600 watts(4ohm) So any suggestions would be greatly appretiated!

Edited August 14, 2012 by Msg4lifesucka

[Kranny]

could do a Fi Q

[Msg4lifesucka]

Possibly

[jake1993]

^{or a dc}

[Msg4lifesucka]

^{or a dc}

Level 4 or 5?

[Joe X]

^{or a dc}

Level 4 or 5?

The Q and the DC work in larger enclosures ( about 6 cubes and above) the Zv.3 works in 4-5 cubes that's a big difference when lacking space, if going with those other brands better a couple of 12s which will fit in 4.5-5 cubes comfortably but two subs will cost more and need more power.

Edited August 14, 2012 by Joe X

[Msg4lifesucka]

Yea i thought of 2 12s, but an 18 sounded mean! really looking to get nasty lows

[john253a]

Meserments are a must

Just because you have 6gross doesn't mean you'll fit either,

Post some meserments, work out what you have and pick a sub bassed on that,

Then you will have something that you no will fit and work in the elected space

[ChevyBoy95]

^{or a dc}

Level 4 or 5?

The Q and the DC work in larger enclosures ( about 6 cubes and above) the Zv.3 works in 4-5 cubes that's a big difference when lacking space, if going with those other brands better a couple of 12s which will fit in 4.5-5 cubes comfortably but two subs will cost more and need more power.

where did you hear this? have you used them in smaller than recommended enclosures?

yes they work in larger enclosures but can perform extremely well in small enclosures too. level 5 18s can be ran down to 5.5 cubes if paired with the right power levels. I ran one in 5.5 and it worked wonderfully, just 3k wouldnt really move it too much.

edit: with only 1700 rms and 6 gross, i would look into lower powered 18s in the 1000rms range so the extra power in the smaller box. Getting an XL or level 5 would be pointless anyway on that power in around 5-5.5 cubes.

Edited August 14, 2012 by ChevyBoy95

[Msg4lifesucka]

^{or a dc}

Level 4 or 5?

The Q and the DC work in larger enclosures ( about 6 cubes and above) the Zv.3 works in 4-5 cubes that's a big difference when lacking space, if going with those other brands better a couple of 12s which will fit in 4.5-5 cubes comfortably but two subs will cost more and need more power.

where did you hear this? have you used them in smaller than recommended enclosures?

yes they work in larger enclosures but can perform extremely well in small enclosures too. level 5 18s can be ran down to 5.5 cubes if paired with the right power levels. I ran one in 5.5 and it worked wonderfully, just 3k wouldnt really move it too much.

edit: with only 1700 rms and 6 gross, i would look into lower powered 18s in the 1000rms range so the extra power in the smaller box. Getting an XL or level 5 would be pointless anyway on that power in around 5-5.5 cubes.

Yes you have a point there, i was looking at the Audio Que HD318. rated at only 1000 watts, not too bad?