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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 06:16 PM
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Kaption SPL 12" sub...can I use effectively with a sealed enclosure?

Hi everyone,

New to the site, sorry if this is a moronic question but......

I have a Kaption 12" SPL sub in a Kaption box with a 4" port.

I previously had an Infinity Perfect 12.1 in a sealed box that was stolen along with my previous car.

I would like to put this Kaption in a smaller, sealed box for two reasons:

1. more trunk space, I miss how small my old 12" enclosure was compared to this huge ported monster

2. clearer bass, I liked the clean punch of the old Infinity even though it was much less powerful. the Kaption is a beast, but its also kind of indistinct.

suggestions or insults? thanks a lot
Old Dec 26, 2007 | 07:20 PM
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Old Dec 26, 2007 | 08:04 PM
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ok, cool.......now what box should I buy?

Considering the sort of sub this is and other factors....... is there a specific box I should look into? Thanks
Old Dec 26, 2007 | 09:22 PM
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Go to the Kaption website, look up your sub in the support section (download the manual if you have to), find out the required recommended volume for a sealed box, buy or build a box with that volume, enjoy.

OK, so I was bored and did it for you.

.8 to 1.0 cubic feet for a sealed enclosure.
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Originally Posted by The Wizard
Go to the Kaption website, look up your sub in the support section (download the manual if you have to), find out the required recommended volume for a sealed box, buy or build a box with that volume, enjoy.

OK, so I was bored and did it for you.

.8 to 1.0 cubic feet for a sealed enclosure.
Thanks! I went to the local audio shop and found an angled front, sealed box that will measure .9 cubic feet with the driver installed.

Appreciate the help guys!
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