I'm trying to find a 12" sub to replace my 2 Infinity reference 1230w's. Ive been looking at a Boston acoustic G5, I like the fact that it's good for a small box (1 cu ft) and you cann add a Gtr tunavle radiator that is supposed to add 3dB. I've also thought of the new ascendant arsenal but it has about 1/2 the xmax the boston does and requires more power (3" Peak to peak for boston and about 1.6" for the arsenal) has anybody heard the arsenal yet? the boston also has a user replaceable cone and voice coil assembly. What other subs are there in the $350 price range?
I drive an 89 Nissan Maxima, but I'd like to keep my trunk space because I work in a camp about 7 hours from home and have to haul clothes and gear. and DEFINATELY SQL, I like the small box then I could add a second sub in the future easily
So I know it's subjective but out of these three (I'm only able to get the boston locally) which would be the best for sql and what size of ported box would do justice for the RE and Arsenal?
Ascendant Arsenal ($160)
Qts .538 Qes .59 Qms 5.01 Fs 27 Hz Xmax 20.5 mm Voice coil diam. 2.5 inch aluminum Mms 196 g Vas 71.1 L Spl 85.6 dB Rec. power 500 W Rms 750 W
ive only heard the se's and they sound great and if u get a couple of 12's they may be loud enough for u
Bob365
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I'm tempted to try the Arsenal myself. I do have the Atlas and have been very satisfied. If you want that price though you will have to order within a week or so. Once it starts shipping, prices are supposed to go up.