dose any one know of a descent spl metter that isnt all that expensive
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Victor on 05/8/2006 02:13:20
How much is expensive for you?????
Victor.
swez on 05/8/2006 09:25:40
Radio Shack has a useful hand held model. However, its max input is 126dB. $50.00
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?parentPage=search&cp=2032057&f=Taxonomy%2FRSK%2F2032057&productId=2103667&categoryId=2032057&kw=spl+meters&kwCatId=2032057&tab=summary
We use this one for live sound mixes and zone SPL control. It's fine for stage monitor mixing, mains and remote fill speakers. If you need a meter for high SPL readings above 126dB, it'll cost a lot more. Check out Audio Control. (Epic-160)
http://mobileaudiocontrol.com/product.asp?Product_Id=14152&d_Id=5250&l1=5250&l2=
Swez
cybersailor420 on 05/8/2006 12:49:47
I have been using the Epic-160 for quite a while now. I have tested it against a couple diffent meters, and it always seems to read about 3 decibels high. Knowing this, I would definitely recomment getting one. The other features are nice too. My car didn't come with a voltage meter, so that was an added bonus with the Epic-160. I hardly ever use the built-in Epicenter, but when I do, man does it scare the hell out of my passengers ;)
raulbustos on 05/8/2006 20:02:55
well under or around $50 that Epic-160 sounds great but $150 is a bit to much for what i want to do for now but that may be some thing to look in to getting later down the line
raulbustos on 05/9/2006 00:46:26
wouldent like 2 12s and a 500rms amp be over 126 db more or less i know this would depend on which subs and amp but generaly speaking 126db is all that much right? i would just like to know what my systems are pushing hey swez how many db do you think i would get out of those alpines in a sealed box more or less of coarse
ps hey guys just thought id let you all know i just finished my last final for the year summer break here i come hope fully ill have a lot more time to work on my vehicles
swez on 05/9/2006 12:21:58
Yes, your system should exceed 126dB as noted. (probably low to mid 130's, depending on cabin gain effects)
The Epic-160 is a good tool. May be cheaper if you can find one off e-bay. However, if you can find a shop to meter your system for say $20.00 or less, why not?
Swex
Replies (6)
Victor on 05/8/2006 02:13:20
How much is expensive for you?????
Victor.
swez on 05/8/2006 09:25:40
Radio Shack has a useful hand held model. However, its max input is 126dB. $50.00
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?parentPage=search&cp=2032057&f=Taxonomy%2FRSK%2F2032057&productId=2103667&categoryId=2032057&kw=spl+meters&kwCatId=2032057&tab=summary
We use this one for live sound mixes and zone SPL control. It's fine for stage monitor mixing, mains and remote fill speakers. If you need a meter for high SPL readings above 126dB, it'll cost a lot more. Check out Audio Control. (Epic-160)
http://mobileaudiocontrol.com/product.asp?Product_Id=14152&d_Id=5250&l1=5250&l2=
Swez
cybersailor420 on 05/8/2006 12:49:47
I have been using the Epic-160 for quite a while now. I have tested it against a couple diffent meters, and it always seems to read about 3 decibels high. Knowing this, I would definitely recomment getting one. The other features are nice too. My car didn't come with a voltage meter, so that was an added bonus with the Epic-160. I hardly ever use the built-in Epicenter, but when I do, man does it scare the hell out of my passengers ;)
raulbustos on 05/8/2006 20:02:55
well under or around $50 that Epic-160 sounds great but $150 is a bit to much for what i want to do for now but that may be some thing to look in to getting later down the line
raulbustos on 05/9/2006 00:46:26
wouldent like 2 12s and a 500rms amp be over 126 db more or less i know this would depend on which subs and amp but generaly speaking 126db is all that much right? i would just like to know what my systems are pushing hey swez how many db do you think i would get out of those alpines in a sealed box more or less of coarse
ps hey guys just thought id let you all know i just finished my last final for the year summer break here i come hope fully ill have a lot more time to work on my vehicles
swez on 05/9/2006 12:21:58
Yes, your system should exceed 126dB as noted. (probably low to mid 130's, depending on cabin gain effects)
The Epic-160 is a good tool. May be cheaper if you can find one off e-bay. However, if you can find a shop to meter your system for say $20.00 or less, why not?
Swex
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