Optimal Sub Angle and Amp Size Options

[LastOfTheSTs]

Hey Guys,

I'm planning a 10" or 12" sub for the trunk just to round off my upgraded sound system - I was planning on probably making my own box for it and the amp but I was wondering, if there is indeed one, what is the best angle for the sub to be mounted at would be, i.e. straight up. straight back towards the end of the car, straight forward to the front or at a 45 degree angle... any thoughts?

Also does the box need to be any specific size in relation to the sub size beyond physically holding it?

Thanks for the advice

LST

This post has been edited by LastOfTheSTs: Aug 31, 2008 - 11:58 AM

[D-Man]

The size of the box needs to correspond with the requirements of the sub woofer. The angle in a hatch back will always be facing stright back, idealy with a 5-10degree angle upward as to reflect the waves ultimately to the crest of your back. G/L.

[DEATH]

The size of the box needs to correspond with the requirements of the sub woofer.

Very true - number one thing most people do wrong on their systems right there.

The angle in a hatch back will always be facing stright back, idealy with a 5-10degree angle upward as to reflect the waves ultimately to the crest of your back. G/L.

Not always true. That depends entirely on the size of the speaker, the frequency it's producing, The total output, the size and style of the enclosure [Ported/unported], the style of music the driver prefers and whether or not the seats will be down often.
For instance, I'd never point 10" sub in a ported box towards the front of the car - it just sounds like a baseball autopitcher at the batting cages
But for a 15" sub in a sealed box running approx 500 watts then yeah - facing towards the front is what I've found works best and I've had alot of 15"s facing every way you can imagine.
It's kinda all up to personal choice really.