SQ Set-up need Sub Advice

 

Comp98
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I know people are tired of hearing this question but it seems like all these 'kids' want an SQL setup. Looking for a pair of 12 inch subs that will not only get loud but sound great. Listen to mostly everything (except Rock and Country!!). Found these subs:

Diamond Audio D612D*
RE SE 12inch
Alpine Type-R 1242D*

Most I want to spend is around 200 for 1 sub.
That RE amp looks great, probably gonna get that or Orion 1200D.
Thanks and sorry if its a repeat question.
 

Anonymous
 
alot of RE fans out here. heard alot of good reviews on them/ but i wonder how they play coz ive never heard em... compared to alpine type r / rf punch stage 3 / and kicker compvr / mtx 8500 ?? what would everyone choose.. the re is pretty expensive for a similar setup in the above brands..

im also lookin for a pair of 12's.. what do u guys suggest to buy..?


lol sorry comp im in a similar dilema..wonder if we both get out answers... HELP guys!!!
 

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Username: Hondarider

Glidden, Iowa U.S.

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bump
 

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Username: Comp98

Philadelphia, PA USA

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looks like everyone that uses these boards are all for SQL....sucks.

ohh i registered!
 

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Username: Comp98

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why'd it post my email...dammit
 

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Username: Cenus

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just get the RE se subs, i'm sure every1 will agree cause thats all u ever hear on this forum.
 

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Username: Southernrebel

Monroe, Louisiana USA

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i havnt had a chance to hear the diamond sub, but the RE and alpine subs are both good choices. Its just your choice...but arnt type-R more expensive?

If you looking into SQ mainly, i would say go sealed...it will be "tighter" and more punchy than vented.
 

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Username: Southernrebel

Monroe, Louisiana USA

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oh...and you may wanna look into Imaging Dynamics subs too.
 

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Username: Invain

Michigan United States

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Image Dynamics IDQ
Adire Audio Shiva
Ascendant Audio Atlas
JL W6v2
 

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Username: Asotaddict

MumbaiIndia

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i wonder how, 2 RE SE 12inch's would perform to a rockford fosgate punch stage 3? who would have better sq / spl? lol or spl... the power series perhaps T112D4? or do u guys think 2 sx 12's would beat them?
 

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Username: Southernrebel

Monroe, Louisiana USA

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oh...and SQ is totally subjective.

ex...if you're used to the sound of sony xplods, then you may think some guy's audiobahns have amazing SQ the first time you hear em.

but then you get to hear something like a properly installed/powered Adire Brahma or something of the likes...then you'll realize what people REALY mean when they talk about SQ and SQL.
 

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Username: Asotaddict

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plz plz someone answer this.. i wanna know :D
 

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Username: Comp98

Philadelphia, PA USA

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I'm a little scared of Alpine.....just because they're being sold at BestBuy. Anytime i think of BestBuy i think of cheap car audio. Just an opinion! And the alpine Type-R's are cheaper if you get them off of ebay $110 each
 

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Username: Comp98

Philadelphia, PA USA

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ohh and this is my first car sound system being this is my first car : ) but I do have a descent home audio set-up. I still don't want lousy sh*t!
 

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Username: Asotaddict

MumbaiIndia

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what about infinity's .. clean SQ!
 

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Username: Comp98

Philadelphia, PA USA

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but no spl.

I still want a bass line : \
 

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Username: Rovin

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Then what u are really after is SQL & not just SQ .

I'd also suggest IMAGE DYNAMICS subs , cause i read ALOT of reviews & its been said they are the closest subs that can step up to JL (@ about 1/2 the price btw) . Go to thier website & check them out - i myself am seriously considering buying 2 12s IDQ series ....
 

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Username: Hondarider

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Will 2 2 12 IDQs get louder and sound better than 2 12 type Rs???????
 

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Username: Hondarider

Glidden, Iowa U.S.

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bump
 

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Username: Jonathan_f

GA USA

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They sound much better IMO, the SPL between the two is very close, Type Rs will usually be slightly louder, though, but the difference is little enough that I'd take the IDQs every time.
 

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Username: Basshead86

Ocala, FL USA

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"Will 2 2 12 IDQs get louder and sound better than 2 12 type Rs???????"

not sure, but they will sound better imo.

i myself am going to buy a 12" IDMAX.:-)

and WHY THE HECK does Alpine not show the T/S Parameters for any of their subs?Upload
 

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Username: Doug_w

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Registered: Mar-05
definatly go with the IDQ's. I have 2 12"s in my car and they sound amazing, I thought my alpines sounded good untill I got these. I'm only putting 300 watts into each sub and they can get pretty loud when I want them to.I'm saving up so I can get 2 12" ID MAX. Oh man I can't wait.
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