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obviously its not that badass if it broke. idc if you put 90 bajiggawatts to it. a well built box wont break. have a new box made for 2 15's. get 2 good 15's rated at 2-2500rms each. bam.

You're missing the overall point that in this case 2 subs >>>>>> 1 sub.

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it's really simple. cut sub size and get two subs. bam. cheaper options. more reliable. likely would better in just about every way imaginable. no point in sending that much power to a single sub. it really starts to get pointless

If you have space for one 18, you likely have space for 2 15's. Get 2 15's. more cone, more coil, more motor force, cheaper more than likely, and more awesomer.

Not necessarily cheap, 2 subs that will handle 3k+ each will cost more than 1 sub that will handle 6k.

two quality subs that are rated at ~2k (being realistic about the power you're making here....) will more than likely be similar if not cheaper than one big ass 4" coil sub. ESPECIALLY DD.lol.

Other than that though, I really don't see how my point could be argued. If the OP has the space, 2 15s is a better option

Not going to argue that point, I would definitely recommend 2 coils to handle 6k over just 1 coil.

Prices are where I can argue. Now I am only speaking in terms of DC, because that is what I know.

3kw split between 2 3" coils can definitely be done, but you are pushing the DAILY limits of that coil------Would be talking about XLs in this case.

6kw on 1 4" coil can definitely be done, but once again you are at the top end of the DAILY ability of that coil----Would be talking about 1 Level 6 in this case

Now for option 3.

6kw split between 2 3.5" coils, right in the happy zone for that coil with room to add a little more if you want but will have no issues beating the hell out of it all day everyday----- This would be the new m2 Level 5s

I cannot list prices on the open forum, but 2 XL 15s are more expensive than 1 Level 6 18. and 2 LEvel 5 15s are much more expensive that 1 Level 6 18. All depends what you really want to do and how much you want to spend.

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it's really simple. cut sub size and get two subs. bam. cheaper options. more reliable. likely would better in just about every way imaginable. no point in sending that much power to a single sub. it really starts to get pointless

If you have space for one 18, you likely have space for 2 15's. Get 2 15's. more cone, more coil, more motor force, cheaper more than likely, and more awesomer.

Not necessarily cheap, 2 subs that will handle 3k+ each will cost more than 1 sub that will handle 6k.

two quality subs that are rated at ~2k (being realistic about the power you're making here....) will more than likely be similar if not cheaper than one big ass 4" coil sub. ESPECIALLY DD.lol.

Other than that though, I really don't see how my point could be argued. If the OP has the space, 2 15s is a better option

My current pair of 18" subs are doing 1700+ clamped watts each. I am planning an UPGRADE, not a lateral move. Buying 2000 watt subs when I can already do nearly that is pointless and a waste of money. I like the subs I have now, but as I said in my first post, I'm planning on quadrupling my amplifier power soon.

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Two RE SX 18" subs

RF T2500-1bdCP amp, 3531watts on birthsheet

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149.4 @ 37hz, Termlab, dash, open window on two AQ3 18s all stock electrical, wired to .25 ohm on a RF T2500

148.8 @ 36hz, Termlab, dash, open window on one AQ3 18 all stock electrical, wired to .5 ohm on a RF T2500

147.8 @ 38hz, Termlab, legal, sealed on two RE SX 18s

146.4 @ 36hz, Termlab, legal, sealed on one RE SX 18

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it's really simple. cut sub size and get two subs. bam. cheaper options. more reliable. likely would better in just about every way imaginable. no point in sending that much power to a single sub. it really starts to get pointless

If you have space for one 18, you likely have space for 2 15's. Get 2 15's. more cone, more coil, more motor force, cheaper more than likely, and more awesomer.

Not necessarily cheap, 2 subs that will handle 3k+ each will cost more than 1 sub that will handle 6k.

two quality subs that are rated at ~2k (being realistic about the power you're making here....) will more than likely be similar if not cheaper than one big ass 4" coil sub. ESPECIALLY DD.lol.

Other than that though, I really don't see how my point could be argued. If the OP has the space, 2 15s is a better option

My current pair of 18" subs are doing 1700+ clamped watts each. I am planning an UPGRADE, not a lateral move. Buying 2000 watt subs when I can already do nearly that is pointless and a waste of money. I like the subs I have now, but as I said in my first post, I'm planning on quadrupling my amplifier power soon.

no. you're still missing the point. you're subs are rated at 1k. they're taking 1700 so you say. SO if you buy a sub thats RATED at 2-2500, then it will take a little more than that (AKA One of the rockford amps). get two of those subs, and wallla, magiccc

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obviously its not that badass if it broke. idc if you put 90 bajiggawatts to it. a well built box wont break. have a new box made for 2 15's. get 2 good 15's rated at 2-2500rms each. bam.

You're missing the overall point that in this case 2 subs >>>>>> 1 sub.

It was hyperbole. Jesus. And when the fuck did I ever say one sub was an option? I have two 18" subs now, and will be buying two 18" subs to replace them. That is all. Any other suggestions don't fit what I was asking in the original post, so why bother?

2006 Cadillac Escalade

2/3 drop on 28" wheels

Two RE SX 18" subs

RF T2500-1bdCP amp, 3531watts on birthsheet

Custom carbon fiber sub box

EVERYTHING else is stock, for now

149.4 @ 37hz, Termlab, dash, open window on two AQ3 18s all stock electrical, wired to .25 ohm on a RF T2500

148.8 @ 36hz, Termlab, dash, open window on one AQ3 18 all stock electrical, wired to .5 ohm on a RF T2500

147.8 @ 38hz, Termlab, legal, sealed on two RE SX 18s

146.4 @ 36hz, Termlab, legal, sealed on one RE SX 18

Link to my hack-built, stupid, carbon fiber wasting project.... http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/149946-carbon-fiber-box-update-1494db-37hz-on-tl/

http://gifsoup.com/NDM3MTc1MQ

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it's really simple. cut sub size and get two subs. bam. cheaper options. more reliable. likely would better in just about every way imaginable. no point in sending that much power to a single sub. it really starts to get pointless

If you have space for one 18, you likely have space for 2 15's. Get 2 15's. more cone, more coil, more motor force, cheaper more than likely, and more awesomer.

Not necessarily cheap, 2 subs that will handle 3k+ each will cost more than 1 sub that will handle 6k.

two quality subs that are rated at ~2k (being realistic about the power you're making here....) will more than likely be similar if not cheaper than one big ass 4" coil sub. ESPECIALLY DD.lol.

Other than that though, I really don't see how my point could be argued. If the OP has the space, 2 15s is a better option

My current pair of 18" subs are doing 1700+ clamped watts each. I am planning an UPGRADE, not a lateral move. Buying 2000 watt subs when I can already do nearly that is pointless and a waste of money. I like the subs I have now, but as I said in my first post, I'm planning on quadrupling my amplifier power soon.

no. you're still missing the point. you're subs are rated at 1k. they're taking 1700 so you say. SO if you buy a sub thats RATED at 2-2500, then it will take a little more than that (AKA One of the rockford amps). get two of those subs, and wallla, magiccc

Bro you are the one missing the point.

He asked a question based on what he has and what he is planning to do. Why are you trying to tell him what he should do? Maybe just give advice/recommendations based on what he is wanting to do instead of telling him what you think he should do.

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it's really simple. cut sub size and get two subs. bam. cheaper options. more reliable. likely would better in just about every way imaginable. no point in sending that much power to a single sub. it really starts to get pointless

If you have space for one 18, you likely have space for 2 15's. Get 2 15's. more cone, more coil, more motor force, cheaper more than likely, and more awesomer.

Not necessarily cheap, 2 subs that will handle 3k+ each will cost more than 1 sub that will handle 6k.

two quality subs that are rated at ~2k (being realistic about the power you're making here....) will more than likely be similar if not cheaper than one big ass 4" coil sub. ESPECIALLY DD.lol.

Other than that though, I really don't see how my point could be argued. If the OP has the space, 2 15s is a better option

My current pair of 18" subs are doing 1700+ clamped watts each. I am planning an UPGRADE, not a lateral move. Buying 2000 watt subs when I can already do nearly that is pointless and a waste of money. I like the subs I have now, but as I said in my first post, I'm planning on quadrupling my amplifier power soon.

no. you're still missing the point. you're subs are rated at 1k. they're taking 1700 so you say. SO if you buy a sub thats RATED at 2-2500, then it will take a little more than that (AKA One of the rockford amps). get two of those subs, and wallla, magiccc

What part of quadrupling my power do you not understand? Did you not see in my original post that I plan to put one T2500 to EACH VOICE COIL? a 2000-2500 RMS rated sub isn't going to cut it, period.

Fuck off and stop derailing my fucking thread.

2006 Cadillac Escalade

2/3 drop on 28" wheels

Two RE SX 18" subs

RF T2500-1bdCP amp, 3531watts on birthsheet

Custom carbon fiber sub box

EVERYTHING else is stock, for now

149.4 @ 37hz, Termlab, dash, open window on two AQ3 18s all stock electrical, wired to .25 ohm on a RF T2500

148.8 @ 36hz, Termlab, dash, open window on one AQ3 18 all stock electrical, wired to .5 ohm on a RF T2500

147.8 @ 38hz, Termlab, legal, sealed on two RE SX 18s

146.4 @ 36hz, Termlab, legal, sealed on one RE SX 18

Link to my hack-built, stupid, carbon fiber wasting project.... http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/149946-carbon-fiber-box-update-1494db-37hz-on-tl/

http://gifsoup.com/NDM3MTc1MQ

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woahhhhhhh with the butthurt. i understood the OP wrong. Thought you were going to ONE 18 sub. hence suggestions. Didn't mean to step on too many toe's here... best of luck OP

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I think a ton of subs could handle the power I think it would more so depend on how much you play your system.....

I have fi n2s 15s and im gonna run a vlf 750.1 to each.... im looking to clamp 5k+ to each sub

Ran a dc lvl 5 m1 with a sd 8k and dc 5k....

I ran a fi n2 18 with 5k and it took it.... I wish I had the box longer I would have loved to play around with it more the n2 loved the power

I also would bet a fi sp4 could take the power prolly the subs im gonna switch to or new aa team sub :)

Fi n2 maybe... depends on how much ur actually clamping and clean matters if ur gonna use a single 3" coil

Aa mayhems can take the power

Crossfire v2s

In my opionon ur gonna need a spare recone for basically any sub you get if you wanna be careless... if ur reallly careful it can be done

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That being said. Look up tantric sounds on faacebook. Newer company out of Louisiana. They have a nice 4" coil woofer. Big portential

Crossfire XS V.2's. Another great 4" coil woofer. Steve Mick won 159.9 bassrace this year as well as bassboxing finals and he uses them. Great woofers at nice prices

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