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 Helpful Hints to Finding the Perfect Subwoofer

For many first time car enthusiasts, it was that deep bass and pounding rhythms which initially drew them in. Unfortunately, factory installed OEM speakers just don’t cut it. If you want real, quality sound, you will need to shop around for an aftermarket subwoofer.

Adding an aftermarket subwoofer can produce some massive results. Just adding one or more subwoofers to your car’s audio system can give you the single, most sonic improvement possible just by adding some real bass to your music. Here are a few points to consider before purchasing a new subwoofer system.

The first thing you’ll need to do is decide where you want to install the subwoofers in your car. Normally, they are put in your trunk, but a little modification, subwoofers can be put almost anywhere in your car.

Now that you know where you are going to put it in your car and an idea of about how big of a size you are looking at, decide upon how much you are willing to spend. You will be spending at least $300 for a subwoofer and installation, so it’s best to set a price limit.

Do you want to use one subwoofer or two? The answer to this question depends on what type of music you listen to and how much room you have in your car for two subwoofers. If you listen to like rock or country, then you can get away with using only one subwoofer but you’re better off sound wise with installing two if rap, R&B, or techno fits your music taste.

Pick a size subwoofer you want. They are commonly found in sizes ranging from 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch and 15-inch with the larger subwoofers producing the lower the frequency. Now that you know the of the subwoofer, make a decision on what kind of enclosures the subwoofers are going in. These will play a factor in deciding the subwoofer size as well.

Sensitivity of the subwoofer needs to be taken into consideration. The sensitivity is the rating of how much sound is generated for how much power is into the speaker. You typically would look for a high number since higher is better.

You’ll need to know the max wattage RMS power the subwoofer can handle. The more power a subwoofer can handle the more sound that is produced. It will also be more expensive price wise, since you are going to also need an amplifier to produce all that power.

The material the cone is made of is a factor to consider. You have a choice of Kevlar, polypropylene, aluminum, or carbon fiber cone. Never ever buy one made from paper. Now that you have chosen the make of the cone, decide on the make of the surround. Rubber surrounds the best and one made from foam work adequately. By choosing the perfect match of materials for the cone and surround, you not only improve sound but also longevity of the subwoofer.

Of all the steps, this one is the easiest and probably the most enjoyable. Sit back and enjoy the sounds of your newly installed subwoofer.