Search results matching tags 'JL Audio' and 'installation'

HELP!!!!!!!!!!!! JL Audio Sub Options Cant decide!!!!!!

ArmyPog — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:20:39 GMT

Ok heres the story. I have a 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (Third Gen) T-Top hatchback.

I have avenues of approach for subwoofers. I have the Choice between a single JL Audio 12W7 or...

A pair of JL Audio 12W6V2's

Either would be powered with a JL 1000/1 amp but im torn between the two. I have not been into car audio since high school and forgot just about all i learned. What are the pro's and cons VS the two. Will 2 W6's hit harder then a single W7? should i go ported or unported? Should i hook up all three? Im lost in this area and would appreciate any help??? do i need to spend this much on an amp or is there a comparible amp for a fraction of the Price?

I Appreciate the input!!! ~ Jon

2008/2009 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab - Complete Strereo Upgrade

tacoma247 — Sun, 18 May 2008 19:40:16 GMT

I need some help, I am planning on upgrading the entire sound system in my 08/09 Tacoma Double Cab.

Here are the parts I am looking at,

Alpine IVA-W505 Head Unit

JL Audio VR600-CSi Component System for both front doors and back doors

JL Audio A Series A4300 4 Channel AMP for the speakers above

JL Audio Stealth Box Dual 10"

JL Audio A Series A1800 Mono Sub for the Sub box above

The 09 Tacoma Double Cab w/ TRD Package and Towing has a 130Amp Alternator, do I need to put a capacitor on this system, or will the factory alternator handle it???

Need help with Sub humming VERY loud when I turn off my stereo....

Jesse — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 20:49:46 GMT

Ok, I can't seem to figure out the problem... I just recently installed a JL Audio 1000/1 amp to a JL Audio 13.5" W7 sub to my '06 Cherokee. I'm using my factory radio (had to use an adapter to connect the amp) and a capacitor. When my stereo is on, the sub sounds great, even when I turn the volume all the way down to zero, it is silent. In addition, when I turn my car off, the amp will turn off & my stereo will continue to say on until I open a door (which is normal for my car), and the sub is silent. Now if I turn off my stereo manually while my car is running, the amp will turn off & the sub will faintly/slowly hum and eventually VERY loud to wear my ears hurt. So to avoid this, I just don't turn off my stereo and just turn the volume down when I need to.... Any ideas?

Having my Alpine 9887 Imprinted (KTX 100EQ)

justjarv — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:04:23 GMT

I have been anxiously awaiting this final step to my setup. Currently have in my Ford Explorer (2 door) the following:

HU: Alpine 9887

Speakers: 5x7 Alpine R's (front and back)

Subwoofer: JL audio 10w7 in custom ported box

Amps: 1 Alpine MRP-F450 (running the speakers) and 1 JL audio 500/1 (for the sub)

I am very happy with my choices so far and the sound is good.......but from reading the reviews on the Imprint option, I know that I have one last step (Imprint). Presently, I almost never have the volume up halfway, and my sub is typically never louder than 1/3 of the way up (i.e., turned up to a 5 out of a possible 15.... through the HU). Let me clarify by stating that this is not because I don't like to hear my music loud.......however, turning either the volume and/or the bass up causes the overall sound to be compromised (gets distorted and I'm afraid I'm going to wreck the amps, speakers, and/or sub). Most frustrating is the fact that without Imprint I can't even control the bass or treble. Granted, I knew this before I actually bought the HU, thanks to other people's reviews of the 9887. Long story short......I had most of the install on my setup down around X-mas and have been waiting for my local audio store to be able to install the Imprint. Initially, they had problems with getting the program to run (had Vista but needed Windows) and they finally have it "figured out"......or so they tell me. I am aware that the system will become more "directed" (to borrow a phrase from another reviewer) and the volume will be much lower. This is fine for me because as I've said, right now, I can't even turn it up more than halfway because the sound starts to get distorted. However, my biggest concern is the reviews I've read in relation to the bass being significantly decreased. I have read several different recommendations regarding where to set the subwoofer gain prior to Imprint. As best as I can see....setting the sub to 1/4 gain (instead of the alpine recommended 3/4) is the best way to go to ensure that afterwards you'll still be able to turn up the bass. Finally, my audio store admits that I will be their first formal install (and for this reason I've waited as long as I have for them to learn the process and become comfortable). I've also read several disgruntled consumers who complained that they had to have their setup done multiple times and it's still not right. I really want to avoid this so any advice that anyone has would be greatly appreciated. And thank you to CF staff and all the regulars on the forums as you've all been extremely helpful. Wish me luck!!

PS---- I get my car Imprinted on Thursday 2/21..........so the sooner the advice the better! Thanks again,

Justin

How to power a single 12 ohm subwoofer?

boarderx — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 17:49:58 GMT

I have an old JL Audio 12 ohm subwoofer sitting around and I want to install it in my truck. I have a few amps but I'm not sure how to power a 12 ohm woofer. The one amp that I'm thinking of using puts out a mono 4 ohm load. Can I use this to power the 12 ohm sub? If not, what's the best way of powering the sub? Is it even possible or do I have to think about buying a new 4 ohm subwoofer?