SicAudio Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 got a debate with some people over sub break in at low power. I know it is recommended but it isnt in a single manual for mainstream products. (im not talking spl super high end stuff here) so what do you guys think? for daily driver setups under 1000 wrms per sub no break in needed or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sri3850341 Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 i dont..i play at low volume for few minutes to make sure everything is in order,then just hit it Quote 07 mote carlo.. deh-p800prs hu-cdt gold 6.5's-cdt 6x9 2 ways-mcintosh mc431m(mids/highs) bxi2608,2 10w7's in 4rth order(designed by pete k)ported into cabin via armrest cutout dc power 260 amp alt-missing link module (15.4v)kicker 1/0 kit deka intimidator under hood metered 141.0 @ 32hz windows down @ kick,termlab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkolfo4 Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 Break in is loosening up the suspension. Not going to happen if you are playing it with low power. Have to get everything moving. As already stated, take it easy to make sure everything is connected correctly, then let it rip. Quote Current system: 1997 Blazer - (4) Customer Fi NEO subs with (8) American Bass Elite 2800.1s Previous systems: 2000 Suburban - (4) BTL 15's and (4) IA 40.1's = 157.7 dB at 37 Hz. 1992 Astro Van - (6) BTL 15's and (6) IA 40.1's = 159.7 dB at 43 Hz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr hypothesis Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 Depends on who you ask. I used to do it, don't anymore. I say let 'em wang. Quote 2001 Chevy Impala Eclipse CD7200 mkii Cactus Sounds 5kw Sundown 100.4 (2) Fi BTL 18s (walled) ID 6.5s (2 sets) Iraggi 320 amp Alt XS Power Batts KnuKonceptz Wiring MidwestSPL Scores: 152.0 Advanced 2 136.1 Extreme 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forevrbumpn Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 another issue from what my old boss just told me is the settling of glue. You don't just get a engine rebuilt, and take it straight to the track and race it do you? you let the engine break in, start off slow, and slowly over a period of time/miles push it harder and harder Quote I have a ritual called "terminator". I crouch in the shower in the "naked terminator" pose. With eyes closed I crouch for a minute and visualize either Arnie or the guy from the 2nd movie. I then start to hum the T2 theme. Slowly I rise to a standing position and open my eyes. It helps me get through my day. The only problem is if the shower curtain sticks to my terminator leg. It sorta ruins the fantasy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HondaxPower Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 i broke in mine 50 hours .. 25 on low 25 on med and then what ever..theres a lot of threads everywhere on the net about this Quote Like Slowed Songs? Check out Mine and Bassaddict's Slowed Songs Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Namosh Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 another issue from what my old boss just told me is the settling of glue. You don't just get a engine rebuilt, and take it straight to the track and race it do you? you let the engine break in, start off slow, and slowly over a period of time/miles push it harder and harder Actually, no. I've always heard that on a engine re-build, you should break it in the way you intend to drive it. Same thing goes for breaking in subs IMO. Quote My Ram Quad Cab Blow-through Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skittlesRgood Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 you can just drive a car without breaking it in. it just helps it last longer if you break it in (or so that's the myth). subs DO break in. do you need to start slow? i dont think so. i might give it a week b4 going full tilt on new subs but im at 80% for that week. Quote If I answered you in a well mannered, informative way, you asked a good question or had a good attitude. If I was an asshole, you asked a stupid question or you had a fucktard attitude... or I was in a bad mood. Team BassickHU: Pioneer AVIC Z110Front: Peerless SLS 6.5", Peerless HDS 4", Rainbow tweeter - running activeAmp: JL HD600/4 and DC 4 channel (bridged to midbass)Processor: JBL MS-8Subs: 2x 12" AA MayhemsAmp: DC 3kElectrical: DC power 270xp alt. 1/0 big 4. XSpower D3400 and six D680s. http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/121795-29-update-the-buick-is-getting-a-rebuild/ Top career scores: DBdrag 151.7 MECA SQ 82.25My SOTM build Yeah. im pretty sure they dont warranty retarded people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MunkeyQ Posted May 2, 2009 Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 Touchy subject this. Anyone familiar with the high-end home audio scene will know it supposedly goes for capacitors in xovers and amps, and interconnects too. IMO, subs do need a certain amount of break in as they are mechanical things. A good designer will design the sub to have the published parameters once the surround and spider have been flexed and softened up a bit. Playing a test tone at a high enough volume to move the cone a bit will break it in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SicAudio Posted May 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2009 pretty much what I was telling the guy, His whole argument is this: call the tech line for any brand and they will tell you not to rip on a sub out of the box. well duh. but if it was required like he says it is why isnt it in the damn manual? he had no answer other than "call tech support and ask them" he thinks because he is a dealer he knows it all and he doesn't lolz. 20+ yrs installing systems for a living and I have never broke in a sub. btw race engines dont get broke in. we race 1/4 mile and circle track here in colorado and race engines get rebuilt so much it doesnt matter, for a daily driver you break it in when you first fire it up and get the cam and lifters seated then you drive it no special treatment required for 90% of the engines. if it was rebuilt right it is already broke in during the install. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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