Sub x-over frequency
07-30-2010, 03:57 PM
#1
Sub x-over frequency
Just wondering where you all like to set your cross-overs at... I have a pair of 8 inch jl audio 2w3 and I cross them at 57 with a 12 db slope. I find if I go much higher, my ears hurt before I can feel it in my chest.
07-30-2010, 05:04 PM
#2
Right now i have an Fi Q 12inch in a ported box tuned to 32 and have my crossover set at 63 or 67 with a 24 db slope. Its punchy and pretty tight on intense drum beat nu metal like mudvayne and such, and for being ported is about as far from a fart box as it could be.
07-31-2010, 09:31 AM
#5
I was always a 18 or 24 db slope kind of guy but recently I'm prefering 12. Seems to make the subs sound a bit smoother. Maybe not as punchy but I think that is because the 12 slope starts the frequency dip earlier compared to the 18 or 24
07-31-2010, 11:55 AM
#7
After much tuning i've found the best setting for my system is 70hz, 12 db/oct lp, and 25 hz, 30 db/oct hp(infrasonic) filter. 0' phase and a slight cut at 55 hz of 3db (caused a bit or resonance at low volumes on the rear deck). I haven't touched it in a year now, and i'm very happy with the sq and output.
07-31-2010, 12:27 PM
#8
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If i want to go crazy and really crank it up i put it to 63 but then at those level localization is not a problem anymore.
08-02-2010, 04:57 PM
#10
this thread had me thinking about my subsonic and proper settings. I know in a sealed box there is no need for a subsonic but on ported what is ideal? I have always assumed via some post i read awhile ago that proper subsonic should be set a few hz below tuning so for example myself i have my box tuned to 32 and subsonic set at 28 on a 18db slope.
