DR.TINGTING!!! Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 I decided to purchase one of these subs http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/146551-dc-m2-level-4-15s-250-shipped/. Now I'm trying to design and build a box for it. Which I've never done before with any woofer. I know it's a level4 with an XL coil but what all does that change? Does the sub have similar T/s parameters to a XL or do I build a box for a normal level4? Any information is appreciated. I decided to post here because this is a DC audio sub but enclosures fits too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OG BudBone Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 The xl coil allows it to handle more power, not sure how much. i would assume it has similar t/s parameters. im sure a dc rep will chime in Quote 1997 Trans Am WS6 Pioneer DEH-P5200HD 2 DC Level 4 M2 12s 4 cubes tuned to about 34hz DC 3.5k 1/0 Welding Supply Ultra Flex Stock 140A alt Stinger Fuses & Fuse Holders XS Power D5100 XS Power XP3000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ18 Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 You are going to build your box based on the power you are running to the sub. What amp are you going to run on the sub? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR.TINGTING!!! Posted September 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 You are going to build your box based on the power you are running to the sub. What amp are you going to run on the sub? I plan to run two RF T1000-1bdCP's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ18 Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 Strapped on 1 sub or on 2 subs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zydrix Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 (edited) Strapped on 1 sub or on 2 subs? he plans on doing it to 1 sub or at least 1 for now. glad he asked the question cuz i just bought the same exact sub an was wondering the same thing Edited September 19, 2012 by zydrix Quote My build 98 s10 2.2 3 american bass HD 15s with psi soft parts. (on there way here) atomic at-3000.1 (soon) 146.2 outlaw @39hz., bad alt an bad batt when termed (old 2 12" build) alpine 6.5s in doors infinty 4x6s in dash. clarion cz201 HU. mechman 240a H/O alt stuff i still need. SHCA 2/0 wire SHCA 1/0 to 2/0 adapters Atomic AT-3000.1 Lots of sound deadner new mids an highs, still debating on what to do. A few Deka g31 batts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ18 Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 You will be just fine. The sub you are buying is a dual 1 ohm, so you will be running at 2 ohms strapped. I would go with 3.25ft3 net airspace for the sub. The t/s specs will be different than the stock Level 4 or stock XL since it is a blend of both subs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR.TINGTING!!! Posted September 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 Ok coolness. Now how much can I throw at one sub? The way I plan to hook up the sub the two amps will probably be putting out 2800rms and I know the XL is rated at 2200rms. Will a level4xl take that? What size should the port be? I would try to calculate it but I'm not to sure how... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ18 Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 Ok first off let me clarify something. There is no such thing and a Level 4 XL. There is a Level 4 and the is an XL. These are 2 completely different subs. What you are buying is a Level 4 sub with the XL upgrade. This is still a Level 4 motor, but is built using the XL coil and in some cases 1 extra spider. I would say that you can safely put 1850-2000w. If you are looking at putting 2800w to 1 sub, you need to go with the full XL sub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR.TINGTING!!! Posted September 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 I know it's a level 4 with XL upgrade it's just a lot easier to type level4XL when I'm on my phone. As I expected just changing the coil wouldn't raise the power handling to that of an XL... I guess I was hoping it would though. I probably will be upgrading to an XL or 2 in the future. Thanks for the help I really do appriciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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