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Now that I've found a site just for converts, I thought I might inquire about everyone's solution for BASS in their droptops (we all know the stock system is a slacker in this area). I've designed a custom box that fits in the space between the trunk and rear seat (above the rear axle "tunnel") and doesn't take up any space in the trunk. It uses either 2 or 4 8" subs and pumps some serious bass into the passenger compartment, even w/ the top down.
I've got a couple pics of the box on my web-page (FLASH), but you can email me for a .zip file w/ better pics and more info.
Any other cool solutions for bass in a ragtop?
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Yeah i would really like to see how you did that.. I have no bass.. but more importantly no money.. What is the cheapest way to get a little thump for the poor college student?
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I installed an MTX Thunderform 10" sub with a built in 100W amp...it is intended for non-convertibles, since it fits in the area where the pump for the top goes. I extended it out into the center of the trunk a bit and built a cover for it. It is pretty respectable in performance and leaves most of the trunk space open. I will post pics on my website (in my signature) shortly....
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hell i didnt know it was hard to fit 2 12's in a convertible. btw guys that box is for sale. it look factory too. same color carpet as the trunk email if interested being as i dont rember this site very often
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I just finished making a fiberglass and MDF box for a fosgate 12 running off an mtx 250w amp. I'll eventually get the install pics and finished pics up on a website. With the top up, and crossed over at 80hz im definitely hittin close to 138db, and when i put the top down, i switch the crossover to 125 hz, so that more signal can pass through the top. At highway speeds, its definitely respectable, expecially only on 250w. If anyones interested, i can email out pics in the meanwhile till i get the website up and running. another good idea to get bass up in the cabin is to have good midbass drivers. I have mb quarts all around in my car, and they definitely make a difference as well. I've also had the idea of creating a small fiberglass enclosure to fit in place of the part of the console where the convertible switch is, there is a lot of wasted space there, and could easily hold a small but efficient 8" woofer.
*Stereo* MB Quart DSD216 Components up front Pioneer DHP-7000R Head MTX 250W amp Fosgate HLC 12" in custom fiberglass in the "trunk" Phoenix Gold Connections
Got ?s on how I got the sub and amp all pretty in the trunk? Message me and we can talk. Pics to be up soon. _ _ _ _ ___________________ _ _ _ _
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