What Size Box For My Subs?

[KevinH]

I was just wondering what size box i should build for my two 12" audiopipes they are the 1600 watt max models, right now they are in a two cubic foot center vented box, so 1 cube for each sub, which i think is way too small for them, i have subs in a jeep cherokee and they are powered by a spl 1600 watt amp , and i was wondering if making the box bigger will make the subs louder and sound better, so basically the pros and cons of a smaller box vs a bigger box any box designs and help is apprecitated, thanks

[banginAltima]

I would go up to 4 cubes. should sound better too

[KevinH]

are there any particular port designs that are better than others, im looking for the most spl possible out of the subs

[Bills]

big box, big port tunned high.

Bills

[KevinH]

Round port? Square Port?

[Chris]

Make it a slot type port, but round all the edges that have airflow passed them & if the port requires a bend, make all angles into a maximum 45 degree angle.

[Boon]

im looking for the most spl possible out of the subs

By most SPL do you mean biggest number on a meter or just loud with music?

If you want to tip the Termlab, make a smallish box (maybe 2 - 2.5 cubes after displacement) tuned to 50+hz with a big ass slot port or 1, maybe 2 6" Aeroports.

If you want it loud for music, go for 3-4 cubes total, slot port to 40hz.

[KevinH]

yea im going for loud with music, i get how to build a box with a slot port and all, but i dont get the part of tuning the box, can someone walk me through this?