David Jensen Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 This is probably a stupid question, but I have a 1500w amp and a 1000w RMS sub. How do I tune the amp properly using a DD-1 without going over the recommend RMS of the sub? I don't really want to be pushing too much power to the sub over the RMS.
SnowDrifter Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 The jist of it is start at -0db, see how that treats you. Slowly step your way down the chain until you get to your desired tone, paying attention to thermal limits(smell) and mechanical limits(knocking/rubbing) ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444
diegoclass2010 Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 i was gonna comment and say dd-1 and voltmeter to ac.... but i think ill bite my tongue on this one and let someone else comment.
SnowDrifter Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 Not a bad idea, though I'm not sure what could be gained by doing so ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444
Smoove Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 which sub and which amp? 2 Team Fi 15's v1 2 DD M5's 970amps of Alt 6th order blowthroughThe truck Blowthrough build : http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/155555-smooves-1996-chevy-ext-cab-c1500-slow-build/The 350z build : http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/170694-smooves-2003-nissan-350z/ My FB page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Smooves-Car-Audio-and-performance/719746144805343 Team Fi Audio http://www.ficaraudio.com/
SnowDrifter Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 You know what.... I just remembered this slick little gadget that if budget allows, could be a useful tool. VCi-1. It's an infrared temperature meter that measures the temperature of your voiceoil. http://audiosoundsystems.squarespace.com/vci/ ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444
Noel989 Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 If it was me I would just use the 0db track Play not full tilt see how it reacts slowly turn it up until reach full tilt If your sub can't handle it then turn down the gain Also you can clamp it to see how much power your getting after you set it up with the dd1 Build Log - http://www.stevemead...-cruiser-el-pt/
David Jensen Posted October 20, 2015 Author Report Posted October 20, 2015 Sundown SAZ 1500 and a T1D215
mcfalcon Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 In my opinion, granting a decent enclosure, that sub should take the 1500 all day. Still learning but have started gathering.
reedal Posted October 20, 2015 Report Posted October 20, 2015 You should be safe with the 40hz -5dB track in my opinion. Just what I would do though SMD Tool Map https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/193176-smd-tool-map-new-november-2014/ Build log https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/197217-reeds-03-tahoe-hat-sqaq-singer-xs-shca-cockbox-80prs/?page=32
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