Hey guys hows it going?
I know you are all probably sick of reading A compared to B posts. However, you guys know your stuff and I trust your opinions.
I have a JL e1400D amp running a 12" Alpine Type R (300wrms version). I came across what I think is a good deal on an Orion HP10D4 http://www.orioncaraudio.com/subwoofers/sub_p_series.asp and I wanted how you guys think this would perform as a SQL sub with more emphasis on the SQ side of things.
My amp is 500wrms as is this sub and it looks like it performs well in a small sealed enclosure (which I like). There is a lot of stats and numbers on this link I provided that look like greek to me lol.
I know Orion was pretty top of the line in past but I was wondering how they stack up these days. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jay
Replies (1)
swez on 07/9/2006 11:38:03
Orion makes some very good SPL/SQL subs.
This one mentioned, is designed for very compact enclosures. One thing I did note, this is probably more for SPL applications as it has a very low efficiency rating. (83.5 dB of SPL @ 1w/1m)
That means a very strong and heavy motor system here and needs a strong amp to get the most from it too. Also, I note the Fs (Free Air Resonance) is a bit high for an SQ sub. Many SQ/SQL subs are more efficient and have lower Fs numbers too.
Have a look at the Alpine SWR-1042D. It's probably cheaper, a lower Fs, good in compact boxes and efficiency is about the same. (85.0)
Technical Info:
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-lpOYZ0WiqkG/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?g=520&tab=features_and_specs&i=500SWR1042#Tab
Best Price:
http://www.shop.com/op/~Alpine_SWR_1042D_10_quot_Type_R_Series-prod-23154328-31161452?sourceid=298
Swez
I know you are all probably sick of reading A compared to B posts. However, you guys know your stuff and I trust your opinions.
I have a JL e1400D amp running a 12" Alpine Type R (300wrms version). I came across what I think is a good deal on an Orion HP10D4 http://www.orioncaraudio.com/subwoofers/sub_p_series.asp and I wanted how you guys think this would perform as a SQL sub with more emphasis on the SQ side of things.
My amp is 500wrms as is this sub and it looks like it performs well in a small sealed enclosure (which I like). There is a lot of stats and numbers on this link I provided that look like greek to me lol.
I know Orion was pretty top of the line in past but I was wondering how they stack up these days. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jay
Replies (1)
swez on 07/9/2006 11:38:03
Orion makes some very good SPL/SQL subs.
This one mentioned, is designed for very compact enclosures. One thing I did note, this is probably more for SPL applications as it has a very low efficiency rating. (83.5 dB of SPL @ 1w/1m)
That means a very strong and heavy motor system here and needs a strong amp to get the most from it too. Also, I note the Fs (Free Air Resonance) is a bit high for an SQ sub. Many SQ/SQL subs are more efficient and have lower Fs numbers too.
Have a look at the Alpine SWR-1042D. It's probably cheaper, a lower Fs, good in compact boxes and efficiency is about the same. (85.0)
Technical Info:
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-lpOYZ0WiqkG/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?g=520&tab=features_and_specs&i=500SWR1042#Tab
Best Price:
http://www.shop.com/op/~Alpine_SWR_1042D_10_quot_Type_R_Series-prod-23154328-31161452?sourceid=298
Swez
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