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Ok so I'm planning my next build. I've figured out my next amp which is gonna be a aq3500d. I was wondering which sub would be better for this amp. I'm looking at either 2 lvl 4's or 2 xl's. I know both are underated but wanna take the chance of ordering the wrong one and regretting it later. I know the xl's would take the power but would the lvl 4's take that much power even if it was clean power? If I can save some money by getting the lvl 4's that would be great if not it's not a big deal. Just wanted to hear some experienced input

Car: 2000 Ford Focus 4 door

HU: Kenwood KDC-X395

Front Highs: stock

Back Mids: Stock

Subs: Skar VVX-12 ( 1.79 f3 tuned to 32 hz)

Amp:Audiopipe APSM 1500 mini

Wiring: KnuKoncepts Kolossus 4awg

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I'd vote XLs. As long as you have the electrical the 3500 is supposed to put out over 4k rms. So double the rms rating of the lvl 4 which isn't "as big" of a monster as the XL and 5. JMO

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XL's got my vote

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electrical will consist of a new mechman alt and a xs power d1200 under the hood with a d3100 in back. May another batt if needed

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Car: 2000 Ford Focus 4 door

HU: Kenwood KDC-X395

Front Highs: stock

Back Mids: Stock

Subs: Skar VVX-12 ( 1.79 f3 tuned to 32 hz)

Amp:Audiopipe APSM 1500 mini

Wiring: KnuKoncepts Kolossus 4awg

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how big is you box going to be? 12 cubes? I know thoes trunks are big i gotta new grand marquis, and im struggling to get 2 18s in mine...im thinking about just goin with 1, to be honest if i had to do it over id go with the 15s, 18s just need a ton of airspace, my first box for 2 looked great sounded horriable....

In all tho go with the xls they are beastly :)

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how big is you box going to be? 12 cubes? I know thoes trunks are big i gotta new grand marquis, and im struggling to get 2 18s in mine...im thinking about just goin with 1, to be honest if i had to do it over id go with the 15s, 18s just need a ton of airspace, my first box for 2 looked great sounded horriable....

In all tho go with the xls they are beastly :)

They wont be going in my caprice. They are either gonna go in a chevy colorado or trailblazer. haven't decided yet because it looks like i would prolly have to wall the colorado to get the 18's. This will only be my second build and I'm not comfortable enough with my box building skills to attempt a wall yet.

Car: 2000 Ford Focus 4 door

HU: Kenwood KDC-X395

Front Highs: stock

Back Mids: Stock

Subs: Skar VVX-12 ( 1.79 f3 tuned to 32 hz)

Amp:Audiopipe APSM 1500 mini

Wiring: KnuKoncepts Kolossus 4awg

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good choice you wont be disapointed and run 2 3500s on them

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good choice you wont be disapointed and run 2 3500s on them

Wish I had the cash for that. As it is it'll be 5-6 months before I can get my new truck. I got enough saved up for most of the system but I'm gonna wait till I get my new truck to get it all.

Car: 2000 Ford Focus 4 door

HU: Kenwood KDC-X395

Front Highs: stock

Back Mids: Stock

Subs: Skar VVX-12 ( 1.79 f3 tuned to 32 hz)

Amp:Audiopipe APSM 1500 mini

Wiring: KnuKoncepts Kolossus 4awg

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