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Jodean wrote:
 Wow.... the Tempest X has 27mm of xmax?? The dayton has 15.1mm
Is there that much difference and worth the extra $60?
Thats almost double the movement...... |
More is better BUT xmax isn't everything. Other parameters like Fs and efficiency can be just as important. Ported subs often are not as dependant on xmax as sealed ones. Also, twice the xmax sounds like a lot (and it is) but remember that excursion has to
quadruple for each additional octave down you go. All that being said, more xmax is always nice to have.
As to whether the Tempest-X (with it's superior xmax) is worth $60 more to you is a question only you can answer. I'd suggest modelling both in WinISD or Unibox, checking cone excursion and output and seeing if you need the extra capability for what you are trying to do.