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I would definately like to try them
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Not for me Sorry (
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Price is good
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37.65%
Price is High
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9.41%
They are missing features for my liking
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1.18%
Would like higher power handling
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20.00%
Power handling is fine
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18.82%
Need different voice coil configuration
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18.82%
Please no more new drivers
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Smartass Subwoofer Testing

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Old Mar 18, 2007 | 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by JohnnyToronto
Any new news on the subs tho?
Not yet trying to figure out where to go with this right now. Give me few.

thanks
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 12:48 PM
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I think that the price point is really good considering... I have not personally heard the sub yet but would be willing to give one audition, although I am not currently in the market to replace my 13w6, but I think its a good idea and dont let people discourage you, keep up the good work Smartass!
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 12:58 PM
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yeah, the nice thing here is your not paying for the name.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 05:49 PM
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Right!

You Dont Actually Buy Into That Whole Paying For The Name Crap ! Are You, If You Want To Say Your Overpaying Because Of Who The Manufacturer Is Well Consider It Paying For The Knowledge, Engineering, Design, And Relaibility, Lets Say Yes Someone Unknown Can Make A Product But It Will Be Cheaper Because Your Going To Be The Ginea Pig While They Iron Out There Flaws And Problems, Soo Yes Ok Knock Yourself Out And Save Yourself Money, But Dont Expect The Quality, Reliabilty, Warranty Backing And Overall Profesionalism Of A Well Nown Manufacturer!
I Woudl Prefer To Overpay And Get A Product Thats Awesome And Flawless, Then A Cheaper Product Full Of Issues!
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by UCA438
You Dont Actually Buy Into That Whole Paying For The Name Crap ! Are You, If You Want To Say Your Overpaying Because Of Who The Manufacturer Is Well Consider It Paying For The Knowledge, Engineering, Design, And Relaibility, Lets Say Yes Someone Unknown Can Make A Product But It Will Be Cheaper Because Your Going To Be The Ginea Pig While They Iron Out There Flaws And Problems, Soo Yes Ok Knock Yourself Out And Save Yourself Money, But Dont Expect The Quality, Reliabilty, Warranty Backing And Overall Profesionalism Of A Well Nown Manufacturer!
I Woudl Prefer To Overpay And Get A Product Thats Awesome And Flawless, Then A Cheaper Product Full Of Issues!
Please use proper capitolization. Trying to read that crap is a pain in the ***.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:13 PM
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did steve say he was building these subs by himself? i dont think so thats why this thread was smartass subwoofer testing. he has comissiond buildhouses. read into it a little bit before coming just to on steve and say oh your product is nothing and will never compete to a big brand name.
as far as the random jibber jabber your saying you have not done your research on cost of products from the manufacturers to stores...
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by UCA438
You Dont Actually Buy Into That Whole Paying For The Name Crap ! Are You, If You Want To Say Your Overpaying Because Of Who The Manufacturer Is Well Consider It Paying For The Knowledge, Engineering, Design, And Relaibility, Lets Say Yes Someone Unknown Can Make A Product But It Will Be Cheaper Because Your Going To Be The Ginea Pig While They Iron Out There Flaws And Problems, Soo Yes Ok Knock Yourself Out And Save Yourself Money, But Dont Expect The Quality, Reliabilty, Warranty Backing And Overall Profesionalism Of A Well Nown Manufacturer!
I Woudl Prefer To Overpay And Get A Product Thats Awesome And Flawless, Then A Cheaper Product Full Of Issues!
It's hard to debate on things like quality and engineering when nobody has even seen the woofer yet... and doesnt testing ANY new product make you a guinea pig? If you're testing out a new sub from "X" wellknown company, you're taking a chance as well. Besides, ironing out flaws is part of what makes great companies great - whether you spend 200 bucks on a newly designed woofer from a small company or 800 on a newly designed woofer from a top dog.

As for the whole reliability, warranty and professionalism issues, if you'd look into smartass' itrader, or take a look around the forum, you'd notice that its a non-issue.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:32 PM
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^^^

I have one of these woofer's in my car. its not a bad driver at all... like anything it has its strengths and weakness'. its still improving IMO and for the pricepoint its at I couldn't have found a better unused driver on the market IMO.

I may not be a judge or a super audio god of this site but i have had a few drivers in my car and do appreciate a high quality setup. This driver is an amazing value in this market.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:33 PM
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Just a fun pic I thought you guys would want to see... it's the Smartass sub vs. a DD 2510.



Next up is a pic of most of my 10's lined up for comparison. A cookie for the first person who can name them all

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Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by smooth
^^^

I have one of these woofer's in my car. its not a bad driver at all... like anything it has its strengths and weakness'. its still improving IMO and for the pricepoint its at I couldn't have found a better unused driver on the market IMO.

I may not be a judge or a super audio god of this site but i have had a few drivers in my car and do appreciate a high quality setup. This driver is an amazing value in this market.
Right, but isn't Steve doing a new sub? I guess thats what I was referring to throughout my post. If not, my bad



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