Opinions on over powering subs
10-27-2010, 02:06 PM
#26
We have to defince what is meant by over powering.
If by over power we mean giving it more then the subjective safe rms rating written on the subwoofer, then yes.
If you mean driving it past its mechanical and or heat dissapation limits then the answer is no.
If by over power we mean giving it more then the subjective safe rms rating written on the subwoofer, then yes.
If you mean driving it past its mechanical and or heat dissapation limits then the answer is no.
10-27-2010, 02:14 PM
#27
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Yes and no what?
10-27-2010, 03:20 PM
#28
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He's referring to the latter comment not fitting under the heading of overpowering. There are situations where lower than rated power can push the driver beyond the physical limits of the driver (over excursion due to too low of a frequency, for example) or a situation where the thermal capabilities are exceeded. Personally I think going into this kind of depth is splitting the hair too fine, but I'm sure you can get more info if you want
