Subs And Amps

kenny · 11-09-2003, 12:41

hi all, just a quick question,

i am lookn at geting a sub and amp, but to be honest no nothing about ICE. i will replace my OE speakers too.

can you adjust the sub volume/effect independently? i dont want the sub to drown out the music or be to overpowering, are they worth the money and hassle?

**TaviaRS** · 11-09-2003, 12:49

Kenny, yes you can. Its normally done from the head unit, but if you have an amp purely for the sub, you can use that.

kenny · 11-09-2003, 13:01

cool, are subs worth buying ?

devonutopia · 11-09-2003, 13:21

Kenny - I'll let you know about the hassle when I begin to fit my sub & amp. Have bought all the cabling I think I need - just need to get my head around routing everything, without causing personal harm to myself.

Stimps · 11-09-2003, 13:40

Kenny - it is worth it, and you will notice the difference.

Depending on what size amp/sub you use, passers-by may notice too

Dr Zoidberg · 13-09-2003, 15:36

I'd agree that a good sub is money well spent.
Couldn't believe my ears the difference it made when I first fitted one to my car.

devonutopia · 14-09-2003, 09:54

I second Monsieur Zoidberg's sentiments.. well, I do NOW.

Leyland · 14-09-2003, 10:02

I installed a bazooka subwoofer (RS range) in the boot. It is an 8" driver driven by 150w rms. the bass does not overpower the rest of the frequencies. for me it just sounds right. the head unit, a clarion 738 has a sub out option which i use so that i can control the level input to the subwoofer. the sub is very compact and allows me to take out the spare wheel without first removing the subwoofer. i like it a lot.

the picture below shows the bass tube in the boot...

and this is the head unit (mp3 capable) which drives the amplified tube...

devonutopia · 14-09-2003, 10:20

I see you chose a good album to listen to on it.

" He was a sk8rboy, I said see you later boy "

I chose "Ibiza: History of Hard Dance" to give my system a test.

Leyland · 14-09-2003, 10:32

and i suggest you try out: Tiga - Hot in Here

that should give your sub and amp a good beating (:

devonutopia · 14-09-2003, 10:37

Is that the one that goes "It's getting hot in here, so take off all your clothes" ??

I gotta admit I'm not that keen on that style of music if it is what I'm thinking of. I'm more a rock/dance style person, not so much on the R&B & rap.

Leyland · 14-09-2003, 10:42

yes it's just that. nice beat though (:

Stimps · 14-09-2003, 10:44

Jason - see if you get the latest fast-car mag - it has a CD that will certainly test the sub...

devonutopia · 14-09-2003, 10:54

It's called "Fast Car" is it? - seem's highly ironic if I bought it.

Stimps · 14-09-2003, 10:56

Has a CD with 7 bass-heavy tunes, a load of crap (engines revving, etc) and then about 40 tracks of bass drops/sweeps/etc that will make the whole car vibrate

***Neo_VR*** · 24-09-2003, 13:28

Godskitchen Worldwide..
thats the first CD im gonna play when i get the vRS

devonutopia · 24-09-2003, 13:45

That Gods Kitchen group came down our way recently, but I missed them...

I'll look out for that CD as well - would be complimentary to my Ibiza collection (and I'm not alking seat here)

nczernus · 07-10-2003, 23:10

Hi ICE Mob,

My vRS sounds the dogs dangly bits. It is comprised of the following: -

Piooner P8006 - The silver dual display thing Mp3/6 disc Auto CD
Alpine Type R 12" Subwoofer and Carlsberg Basecube inclosure
Kenwod 8151D 400W RMS Amp - (Looks like that chip out of the terminator)
2 x Kenwood KAC 630 (150 WRMS Amp x 2)
Focal 165H in front doors
Pioneer SBS6995 on rear parcel shelf (150W RMS MF loud spewakers)

this was proffesssionally installed by my long time friends at Sextons White city, near MUFC.

They were totally blown away by the power and sound quality.

It took 2.5 days too complete the install.

Sorry don't mean to show off but if you see a Red vRS blasting around Manchester....

Not stupid enough to give the reg aas mr thief will be rubbing his hands.

**tfboy** · 07-10-2003, 23:30

Quote:

Originally posted by devonutopia in this post
I see you chose a good album to listen to on it.

" He was a sk8rboy, I said see you later boy "

I chose "Ibiza: History of Hard Dance" to give my system a test.

You should chose "Skoda: History of Hard Cars". No seat stuff here please. Go post on seatcupra for that :p

Alex · 08-10-2003, 04:25

if you want a bit of bass try the whitestripes new ablum or the new iron maiden wow!!!

funkyjutel · 10-10-2003, 13:42

Well my new install is coming together.....slowly.

It will be out with the 1x JL Audio 12W6 V1, Lanzar Vibe amp x 1 and in with....

2 X JL Audio 12W6 Wired to a Directed Audio Class d 1100watt mono block amp, running at 1.5 Ohms

1 x Either Phoenix Gold or Genesis 2 channel amp to run front Crystal CSC60s's components (still not decided which one..hmmmm!!)

1 x Phoenix Gold EQ215 Gold Line Equaliser

1 x 1 M Farad Hotwires Power Cap

and lots of nicely fitted and covered MDF to make it all look pretty. With luck i'll finish it before Christmas...U never know!! Might even chuck in a neon!! Only joking!!

Can anyone suggest a good 2 channel amp, as still playing with this and not sure what to go for??

:vamperic:

Dr Zoidberg · 10-10-2003, 13:49

Quote:

Originally posted by fabia in this post
if you want a bit of bass try the whitestripes new ablum or the new iron maiden wow!!!

Not heard the White stripes one , but the Maiden album wasn't all that great sounding.

Now the new Wildhearts album on the other hand.....

naan · 16-10-2003, 13:43

I have:

2 Pioneer TS-W304C 300w RMS Subs
1 1000w RMS Sony Amp
1 Vibe 1F power cap
Pioneer TS-E2095 Speakers
1 JVC 400w Amp.

The whole lot is controlled by my sexy new sweet HU, Pioneer AVH-P6500DVD
Sounds spot on for me very loud, bit of a bass junkie!! he he

click for a closeup!

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pi...500DVD_big.jpg

Alex · 16-10-2003, 13:45

that is sweet darent ask how much it cost though!

naan · 16-10-2003, 15:19

Expensive believe me, everytime some1 gets into the car i fold the display away in fear thinking that some halfwit might accidently damage it !

Only problem now is: i have to plan to move all the ice outta my fabia into my new octy coming in a couple of months time ! never mind, its all gud fun

11-09-2003, 12:41	#1
kenny Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 3,795 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Subs And Amps hi all, just a quick question, i am lookn at geting a sub and amp, but to be honest no nothing about ICE. i will replace my OE speakers too. can you adjust the sub volume/effect independently? i dont want the sub to drown out the music or be to overpowering, are they worth the money and hassle?

11-09-2003, 12:49	#2
TaviaRS Dinosaur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North of the Watford Gap Posts: 14,942 Thanks: 19 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	Kenny, yes you can. Its normally done from the head unit, but if you have an amp purely for the sub, you can use that. __________________ A jolly sensible Mercedes E class saloon in a rather fetching bluey grey colour. No it isn't fast, no it isn't modded, and yes, it will still eat your Fabia for breakfast. Official mobile chicane for Briskoda trackdays

11-09-2003, 13:01	#3
kenny Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 3,795 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	cool, are subs worth buying ? __________________ Ive seen a lot of good things die and im in an over emotional way So please hand me the bottle I think im lonely now, and please give me direction I think the hurt has set in, and I don’t feel nothing

11-09-2003, 13:21	#4
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,077 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	Kenny - I'll let you know about the hassle when I begin to fit my sub & amp. Have bought all the cabling I think I need - just need to get my head around routing everything, without causing personal harm to myself. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

11-09-2003, 13:40	#5
Stimps Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Colchester Posts: 5,091 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Kenny - it is worth it, and you will notice the difference. Depending on what size amp/sub you use, passers-by may notice too __________________ Steve « Nature Green 1.4 16v Fabia Comfort »

13-09-2003, 15:36	#6
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,734 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	I'd agree that a good sub is money well spent. Couldn't believe my ears the difference it made when I first fitted one to my car. __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

14-09-2003, 09:54	#7
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,077 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	I second Monsieur Zoidberg's sentiments.. well, I do NOW. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

14-09-2003, 10:02	#8
Leyland Briskodian Join Date: May 2003 Location: Malta Posts: 55 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I installed a bazooka subwoofer (RS range) in the boot. It is an 8" driver driven by 150w rms. the bass does not overpower the rest of the frequencies. for me it just sounds right. the head unit, a clarion 738 has a sub out option which i use so that i can control the level input to the subwoofer. the sub is very compact and allows me to take out the spare wheel without first removing the subwoofer. i like it a lot. the picture below shows the bass tube in the boot... and this is the head unit (mp3 capable) which drives the amplified tube... Last edited by Leyland; 14-09-2003 at 10:06.

14-09-2003, 10:20	#9
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,077 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	I see you chose a good album to listen to on it. " He was a sk8rboy, I said see you later boy " I chose "Ibiza: History of Hard Dance" to give my system a test. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

14-09-2003, 10:32	#10
Leyland Briskodian Join Date: May 2003 Location: Malta Posts: 55 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	and i suggest you try out: Tiga - Hot in Here that should give your sub and amp a good beating (:

14-09-2003, 10:37	#11
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,077 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	Is that the one that goes "It's getting hot in here, so take off all your clothes" ?? I gotta admit I'm not that keen on that style of music if it is what I'm thinking of. I'm more a rock/dance style person, not so much on the R&B & rap. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

14-09-2003, 10:42	#12
Leyland Briskodian Join Date: May 2003 Location: Malta Posts: 55 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	yes it's just that. nice beat though (:

14-09-2003, 10:44	#13
Stimps Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Colchester Posts: 5,091 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Jason - see if you get the latest fast-car mag - it has a CD that will certainly test the sub... __________________ Steve « Nature Green 1.4 16v Fabia Comfort »

14-09-2003, 10:54	#14
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,077 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	It's called "Fast Car" is it? - seem's highly ironic if I bought it. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

14-09-2003, 10:56	#15
Stimps Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Colchester Posts: 5,091 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Has a CD with 7 bass-heavy tunes, a load of crap (engines revving, etc) and then about 40 tracks of bass drops/sweeps/etc that will make the whole car vibrate __________________ Steve « Nature Green 1.4 16v Fabia Comfort »

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Running 2 Subs Anyone??	funkyjutel	ICE, Security and Insurance	15	29-09-2003 13:55

24-09-2003, 13:28	#16
*Neo_VR* Om nom nom nom Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 12,418 Thanks: 77 Thanked 176 Times in 125 Posts	Godskitchen Worldwide.. thats the first CD im gonna play when i get the vRS __________________ ColGod the UberMod ,___, [O.o] /)__) -"--"- ORLY??

24-09-2003, 13:45	#17
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,077 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	That Gods Kitchen group came down our way recently, but I missed them... I'll look out for that CD as well - would be complimentary to my Ibiza collection (and I'm not alking seat here) __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

07-10-2003, 23:10	#18
nczernus Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 36 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hi ICE Mob, My vRS sounds the dogs dangly bits. It is comprised of the following: - Piooner P8006 - The silver dual display thing Mp3/6 disc Auto CD Alpine Type R 12" Subwoofer and Carlsberg Basecube inclosure Kenwod 8151D 400W RMS Amp - (Looks like that chip out of the terminator) 2 x Kenwood KAC 630 (150 WRMS Amp x 2) Focal 165H in front doors Pioneer SBS6995 on rear parcel shelf (150W RMS MF loud spewakers) this was proffesssionally installed by my long time friends at Sextons White city, near MUFC. They were totally blown away by the power and sound quality. It took 2.5 days too complete the install. Sorry don't mean to show off but if you see a Red vRS blasting around Manchester.... Not stupid enough to give the reg aas mr thief will be rubbing his hands. __________________ Kind Regards Nick Cz RED Octavia vRS MW03??? standard 180 gidi googoos you will not only see me but you will also hear me, courtesy of the following mob, Mr. Pioneer, Mr. Kenwood and Mr. Focal.

08-10-2003, 04:25	#20
Alex Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Peak District Posts: 2,733 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	if you want a bit of bass try the whitestripes new ablum or the new iron maiden wow!!!

10-10-2003, 13:42	#21
funkyjutel Detail Doctor Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Just round the corner from Willie Shakespeare, close to his mum's gaff and not far from the centre of england.... Posts: 646 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Ice Ice Baby.... Well my new install is coming together.....slowly. It will be out with the 1x JL Audio 12W6 V1, Lanzar Vibe amp x 1 and in with.... 2 X JL Audio 12W6 Wired to a Directed Audio Class d 1100watt mono block amp, running at 1.5 Ohms 1 x Either Phoenix Gold or Genesis 2 channel amp to run front Crystal CSC60s's components (still not decided which one..hmmmm!!) 1 x Phoenix Gold EQ215 Gold Line Equaliser 1 x 1 M Farad Hotwires Power Cap and lots of nicely fitted and covered MDF to make it all look pretty. With luck i'll finish it before Christmas...U never know!! Might even chuck in a neon!! Only joking!! Can anyone suggest a good 2 channel amp, as still playing with this and not sure what to go for?? :vamperic: __________________ Funky Fathering Is Where It's At

16-10-2003, 13:43	#23
naan Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: UK - North East Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I have: 2 Pioneer TS-W304C 300w RMS Subs 1 1000w RMS Sony Amp 1 Vibe 1F power cap Pioneer TS-E2095 Speakers 1 JVC 400w Amp. The whole lot is controlled by my sexy new sweet HU, Pioneer AVH-P6500DVD Sounds spot on for me very loud, bit of a bass junkie!! he he click for a closeup! http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pi...500DVD_big.jpg __________________ Adnan

16-10-2003, 13:45	#24
Alex Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Peak District Posts: 2,733 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	that is sweet darent ask how much it cost though!

16-10-2003, 15:19	#25
naan Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: UK - North East Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Expensive believe me, everytime some1 gets into the car i fold the display away in fear thinking that some halfwit might accidently damage it ! Only problem now is: i have to plan to move all the ice outta my fabia into my new octy coming in a couple of months time ! never mind, its all gud fun __________________ Adnan

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Subs And Amps

Subs And Amps

Similar Threads