Time to build a sub. I know a fair bit about them and have done a few in the past, but I can't seem to get winisd pro working for me. It complains about parameters (screen shot's below) when I try and manually enter the info from the affordable drivers ixl-18 page (can't do a link - noobie here)
I just ordered a single IXL 18.2.2 (dual 2 ohm) from affordable drivers Australia. I want pretty much the smallest box I can with a response down to 20hz as I guess I'll get an in room boost to 10hz or so.
I already own a Behringer ep2500 which even with a RScomponents spec - 21db fan - is still a bit noisy (I might have to reverse it to vent out the back rather than push air in). Also it is a complete pain to get the screws in on the top section of the back plate - anyone know the trick?
I was thinking 24-27" cube sealed to make it easy (taller slimmer shallower might be good as well if I move). I've always found ported boxes sound less tuneful and would be annoying to make the port anyhow, but perhaps with this limited quality sub it won't matter much. I might use it for hifi if it sounds any good, my warehouse flat is huge (30'x60'x22' !!) and my transmissions line speakers can't cope. It would just be nice to get some opinions or help with ISD so I can see what I might be expecting before I start covering everything in MDF dust. Also I'd be keen to know the 'minimum - read easiest' amount of bracing required. Dacron / Dynamat / fitting binding posts sealing tips also appreciated.
I'm pretty surprised there isn't a decent sealed IXL 18 project here already (I've searched a fair bit).

I just ordered a single IXL 18.2.2 (dual 2 ohm) from affordable drivers Australia. I want pretty much the smallest box I can with a response down to 20hz as I guess I'll get an in room boost to 10hz or so.
I already own a Behringer ep2500 which even with a RScomponents spec - 21db fan - is still a bit noisy (I might have to reverse it to vent out the back rather than push air in). Also it is a complete pain to get the screws in on the top section of the back plate - anyone know the trick?
I was thinking 24-27" cube sealed to make it easy (taller slimmer shallower might be good as well if I move). I've always found ported boxes sound less tuneful and would be annoying to make the port anyhow, but perhaps with this limited quality sub it won't matter much. I might use it for hifi if it sounds any good, my warehouse flat is huge (30'x60'x22' !!) and my transmissions line speakers can't cope. It would just be nice to get some opinions or help with ISD so I can see what I might be expecting before I start covering everything in MDF dust. Also I'd be keen to know the 'minimum - read easiest' amount of bracing required. Dacron / Dynamat / fitting binding posts sealing tips also appreciated.
I'm pretty surprised there isn't a decent sealed IXL 18 project here already (I've searched a fair bit).