Need some help designing an enclosure.

[MrPleb]

I have an Apocalypse DB-3512R 2ohm and I want to try to build a decent enclosure for it but I don't know where to even start. I tried watching some videos but everything tends to rely on using winISD and I can't even begin to understand how to use it to actually design an enclosure. I also can't seem to find all the parameters that it needs for my subwoofer anywhere and I don't know what to do without them.

 

This is a call for someone willing to sit down for a while with me and help me learn how to use the software and if you are willing, to help me design the enclosure. I'm eager to learn but I need to ask questions as things are explained to me which makes learning from YouTube videos really difficult for me. I primarily use discord but I'm willing to accommodate any form of communication. I understand this may not be the proper way to use the forum but I don't have anyone in my life to personally help me out and I don't know where else to ask for help.

 

Thank you to anyone who may consider my offer.

[Karkov]

Joe X will be along shortly......

[Joe X]

On 5/10/2023 at 12:55 PM, MrPleb said:

I have an Apocalypse DB-3512R 2ohm and I want to try to build a decent enclosure for it but I don't know where to even start. I tried watching some videos but everything tends to rely on using winISD and I can't even begin to understand how to use it to actually design an enclosure. I also can't seem to find all the parameters that it needs for my subwoofer anywhere and I don't know what to do without them.

 

This is a call for someone willing to sit down for a while with me and help me learn how to use the software and if you are willing, to help me design the enclosure. I'm eager to learn but I need to ask questions as things are explained to me which makes learning from YouTube videos really difficult for me. I primarily use discord but I'm willing to accommodate any form of communication. I understand this may not be the proper way to use the forum but I don't have anyone in my life to personally help me out and I don't know where else to ask for help.

 

Thank you to anyone who may consider my offer.

 

I will need some details about your car and your audio system:

 

1 what is your vehicle model.

2 maximum dimensions for a box (height,width,depth)

3 what amplifier model you intend to use

4 what music you listen most.

 

 

 

[MrPleb]

On 5/12/2023 at 4:03 AM, Joe X said:

 

I will need some details about your car and your audio system:

 

1 what is your vehicle model.

2 maximum dimensions for a box (height,width,depth)

3 what amplifier model you intend to use

4 what music you listen most.

 

 

 

Hi Joe, sorry for the late response, I got quite busy lately and forgot to check the post. Thank you for showing interest in helping me!

 

1: I drive a 2009 Toyota Corolla.

2: Max dimensions are in inches; H|15 1/4 | D|26 | W|32

3: I'm using an Apocalypse AAB-4900.1D

4: I mostly listen to spanish Reggaeton but when I have friends riding with me it can be any kind of music like english rock or pop. I mainly feel a lack of low end when listening to music. I tested different frequencies with a tone generator app and 45hz was the most powerful frequency in the current box. I thought I would add as much information as possible, sorry if it wasn't needed.

 

Thank you again for even considering helping me out

[Joe X]

Bear in mind that lack of bass can come from many causes different than an improperly designed  box, some of them are:

 

1   improperly set subsonic filter on your amp,

2  other amp settings as well.

3  improper setting in your head unit or any signal processors you may have like Eq, DSP, electronic crossover.

4  if you are using a LOC with your stock unit.

5  improper location or orientation of your box.

6  playing improperly recorded music or playing a music type that lack deep bass.

7  sourcing music to your head  unit via wire from a phone tablet or other device.

8  using wired bluetooth converter.

 

Again not a complete list:

 

Here is the design:

 

Figure is just an assembly guide:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[MrPleb]

On 5/19/2023 at 11:03 AM, Joe X said:

Bear in mind that lack of bass can come from many causes different than an improperly designed  box, some of them are:

 

1   improperly set subsonic filter on your amp,

2  other amp settings as well.

3  improper setting in your head unit or any signal processors you may have like Eq, DSP, electronic crossover.

4  if you are using a LOC with your stock unit.

5  improper location or orientation of your box.

6  playing improperly recorded music or playing a music type that lack deep bass.

7  sourcing music to your head  unit via wire from a phone tablet or other device.

8  using wired bluetooth converter.

 

Again not a complete list:

 

Here is the design:

 

Figure is just an assembly guide:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you so much Joe, I'll let you know when I get it built or if I have any questions about the design.

[Joe X]

As before I don't have enough information to tell your current box is the problem, make sure you read and check all the causes for lack off bass I left you. Also I recommend building a cardboard test box to make sure the real box can get inside your trunk once built. Best of luck.