[KrazyBassKevin]

I understand your logic David but unfortunately the ep4000 doesn't offer that s-converter is a guy thing to have too.

Cheers,

KrazyBassKevin

 

[salvasol]

I understand your logic David but unfortunately the ep4000 doesn't offer that s-converter is a guy thing to have too...

You're right, there's a lot of pro-amp (including ep4000) that will require the converter to work the way is supposed to work, I was just saying that if others want to avoid using more equipment/connections just to look for pro-amps or external amps with RCA connectors.

After reading your post I was wondering why I didn't use the S converter when I connected my SonoSub, then I realized that my amp (BKA 1000) has RCA's.....

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Yeah the Behringer ep 4000 is just such a steal for 300

 

[Mike P.]

Kevin, depending on what you are up to you may also need a Hi-Pass filter. What sub are you building?

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Well currently 2 kicker cvr's but i have a FI Q coming fro Xmas, but im focused on building it for the Kickers and i do beleive i need a HP filter which the amp has i believe.

Cheers,

KrazyBassKevin

 

[Mike P.]

The EP amp has a HPF at 30 hz. Are you building a sealed music sub?

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Yeah the sub are already in a 3/4 in mdf sealed 2.5 cubic foot box

 

[Mike P.]

What are the parameters of the Kickers and what are your plans for the Fi Q that you're getting?

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Heres the kickers

Model CVR12

Size (IN.,CM) 12, 30.5
Impedance (OHMS) 4 DVC
Max Rec Amplifier Power (WATTS PEAK/RMS)* 800/400
Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m) 86.7
Frequency Response (Hz) 25-500
Mounting Depth (IN.,CM) 6 5/16, 16.1
Mounting Cutout (IN.,CM) 11 1/8, 28.3
Min Rec Sealed Box Volume (CU. FT., Liters) 1, 28.3
Max Rec Sealed Box Volume (CU. FT., Liters) 4.6, 130
Min Rec Vented Box Volume (CU. Ft., Liters)** 1.75, 49.6
Max Rec Vented Box Volume (CU. Ft., Liters)** 2.25, 63.7

and this is what i would idealy like to use for the music and the woofer for my HT system

and for the FI Q the dual 2 ohm

Q18

DUAL 1 | DUAL 2

Fs: 24.5 Hz | 23.8 Hz
Re: 0.7 Ohms/coil | 1.4 Ohms/coil
Qms: 5.66 | 5.73
Qes: .64 | .63
Qts: .58 | .57
Mms: 322g | 342g
Cms: 0.13mm/N | 0.13mm/N
Sd: 1210cm^2 | 1210cm^2
Vas: 268 l | 268 l
Spl: 89.7dB 1W/1m | 89.4dB 1W/1m
Bl: 10.4 N/A | 15.1 N/A
Xmax: 27mm
Rms: 1000W
Sealed box: 4-8 cuft
Ported box: 6-10 cuft @ 28Hz
Sub OD: 18.500”
Cut ID: 16.750”
Mounting depth: 10.000”
Displacement: 0.24cuft

and the box i would like to replicate this one created by Dan

http://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/exodus-audio/12134-my-sealed-maelstrom-x-build.html

 

[Mike P.]

First things first. I found the parameters for the CVR12 DVC 4 ohm subs. Do you have them wired separately for a 2 ohm load or a 8 ohm load?

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Currently i think 2 separate?...I was think about making a new box maybe tuned lower towards 35 32ish with dual 6 in ports (flares) in about 4-5 cubic feet also i would like this box to easily be modified to fi the 18 if possible or a box that could keep all 3 and when i rid of the kickers just board it and seal...The box i have is good and durable but the binding plates are garbage and the box it small.

Any ideas?

 

[Mike P.]

i think 2 separate?

Are the Kickers wired separately or are they wired together?

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Currently separately cause u want to do 8 omh each channel on the ep4000 to be at around 550 watts each....

Hows that sounds...

Also i want to make a new box ideas anyone?...No sonotubes though

Cheers,

KrazyBassKevin

 

[Mike P.]

For music a Q of .7 is considered best. The sub will take 350 watts if the 30 hz HPF is used on the amp.

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

350 watts i was going to push 1450 ish through the q probably more and if i get a btl more like 2800!

but thats the future im trying to build a box and the system for what i currently own so thats the Kickers Mike what would be best for the kicker their 800watts peak i was wondering about running 550 to them on 8 omhs non bridged

 

[Mike P.]

i was wondering about running 550 to them on 8 omhs non bridged

For a music sub as shown in the model above they'll never take 550 watts. They'll bottom out long before that.

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Well this is not only for music its for a HT sub as well and i was hopefully going to make a new box and 350 watts yes for blasting music that a lot and i wont have it at 100 anyways...gain come in affect there.

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Any Box ideas yet guys? i saw some crazy ones in the DIY subs section....

 

[Mike P.]

Well this is not only for music its for a HT sub as well

You previously said the Kickers were for music and you were getting a Fi Q for HT. I'm lost.

 

[KrazyBassKevin]

Oh sorry no i dont have the q yet I have Kickers, but id like the box to be for music and HT.

And for the box to be easily modified to fit the Kickers and the Fi Q when I get it.

Sorry for the confusion guys

Cheers,

KrazyBassKevin