snackeyg Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 I keep hearing how much better a custom one is and I'm wondering if I should ask. I've never had a sub before so I feel like a prefab wouldn't bother me. Since I can't DIY one I also assumed getting one built isn't cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdsa23 Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 If you dont ask them they will give you a 50 dollar prefab box. What equipment are you getting? XS Power D5100, 2 D2700s, & 2 D975s MechMan 220a Alt DC 5K Kicker 650.4 2 12 Ascendant Audio Mayhem's Pioneer DEH-P7200HD Rockford Fosgate 3sity.1 Build log: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/166792-88-nissan-maxima-trunk-build/#entry2430899 https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/191439-lexus-is300-fi-crescendo-shca-rf-pics/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmizzle99 Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 It's ridiculously easy for guys who build them all the time, and simply easy for everyone else. It also shouldn't cost too much, most of the cost would be on finishing. A rectangular box wrapped in just carpet is cheapest way. I would guess 150-200 Camaro SS Build Altima build 2.0 Altima build 1.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 pfft, i saw a shop take a 3 sub prefab, cut the back off, add a couple cubic feet and some tiny ports and called it a custom box. Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snackeyg Posted September 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 http://www.hertzaudiovideo.com/car-audio-amplifier-hcp1d/ and http://phoenixgold.com/catalog/ti-series-subwoofers/ Sub will be a 12. No idea if it will be 2 or 4 ohm. This is what they had in their store. I'll ask about a custom box next time I go there. If it only costs me $100 to $150 more I'd be ok with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triticum Agricolam Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 I'd ask to see some examples of their work before you have them build you a box. Better yet see if they have any builds in progress and ask to see what their boxes look like on the inside. Building boxes isn't particularly difficult to do, but I've sure seen shops screw it up. There definitely a difference between your average shop made "custom" box and a really well designed and built box by someone who has the knowledge and experience to do it right and builds because its what they love to do. "Nothing prevents people from knowing the truth more than the belief they already know it.""Making bass is easy, making music is the hard part."Builds: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandpride684 Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 Just make sure they don't charge you for a custom box, but give you a prefab like what strange said, or you could ask for a design on here and give it to them to build it.... Build Log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/186921-blk9te-07-yukon-slo-mo-build/page-3?hl=%2Bblk9te#entry2881410 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frogcase2002 Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 pfft, i saw a shop take a 3 sub prefab, cut the back off, add a couple cubic feet and some tiny ports and called it a custom box. Yea its crazy what shops will do . Iv seen them just take the carpet off a prefab and fiberglass everywhere and paint it Clarion cz702 Ssa evil mids and tweeters ppi 900.4 2 zcon 18s Taramps 10k 3 big dekas 1 xs 3 runs of 4/0 and big 3 300+ amp ohio generator 155.7 on dash at 36 (peak) 152 at 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xpoppadaddyx Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 Just get one of these guys on here to build and ship you one. They just might work with that budget or a little more for 1 driver. 2002 Chevy Trailblazer (Build) 2013 Nissan Altima (Build) Poppa's YouTube Channel Poppa's FB Page Poppa's Instagram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadeTreeMechanic Posted September 2, 2016 Report Share Posted September 2, 2016 Supporting your local economy is an excellent idea. They should not be afraid to show you their shop with an install in progress. They should be proud to show their workmanship. 91 C350 Centurion conversion ( Four Door One Ton Bronco) 250A Alternator (Second Alternator Coming Soon) G65 AGM Up Front / Two G31 AGM in Back Pioneer 80PRS CT Sounds AT125.2 / CT Sounds 6.5 Strato Pro component Front Stage CT Sounds AT125.2 / Lanzar Pro 8" coax w/compression horn tweeter Rear Fill FSD 5000D 1/2 ohm (SoundQubed 7k Coming Soon) Two HDS315 Four Qubes Each 34hz (Two HDC3.118 and New Box Coming Soon) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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