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Travis Cain · 02-20-2004, 01:25 AM

It might be better if you told us how much you're willing to spend rather than ask us how much it will cost. It would also help if we knew when you would have to have it done by. I'll assume you're looking for "bang for the buck"..

That said, for an amp I would suggest a 250 watt plate amp from http://www.partsexpress.com which go for $128. If you have a couple months before your project needs to be done, it might be worth waiting to buy it as it goes on sale quite often..

For 12" drivers, I would suggest an Adire Audio Shiva, however they were just "revamped" to Mk IV and are currently out of stock until next month I think. They go for $125. One of the great things about the Shiva is that Adire offers several different box designs depending on what kind of sound you're looking for so you don't have to do the work of making the calculations. Since you're looking for that sweet 20hz, perhaps an Adire alignment ported design might work out for you as it's less than 20" cubed so you should be able to bring it to school although it'll be pretty heavy. You can find more info about the Shiva and it's box variations at http://www.adireaudio.com

If waiting for the Shiva doesn't work out for when you need your project completed, another option would be the Dayton 12" Titanic Mk III for $160 at partsexpress.com but if you chose that route you'd have to design the box yourself. It's not incredibly difficult to do, but it will take a little time and researching.

As it's your first creation I would lean towards the Shiva as the box designing and blueprints are done for you. And as it's a really popular driver in this forum you might be able to pick up a used one and save a few bucks..

There is certainly a ton of other drivers & amps that can make outstanding subs.. But you'll be hard pressed to find better value per dollar IMHO..

02-20-2004, 01:25 AM	#2 of 17
Travis Cain Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Local Time: 01:26 AM Local Date: 11-23-2008 Posts: 79	It might be better if you told us how much you're willing to spend rather than ask us how much it will cost. It would also help if we knew when you would have to have it done by. I'll assume you're looking for "bang for the buck".. That said, for an amp I would suggest a 250 watt plate amp from http://www.partsexpress.com which go for $128. If you have a couple months before your project needs to be done, it might be worth waiting to buy it as it goes on sale quite often.. For 12" drivers, I would suggest an Adire Audio Shiva, however they were just "revamped" to Mk IV and are currently out of stock until next month I think. They go for $125. One of the great things about the Shiva is that Adire offers several different box designs depending on what kind of sound you're looking for so you don't have to do the work of making the calculations. Since you're looking for that sweet 20hz, perhaps an Adire alignment ported design might work out for you as it's less than 20" cubed so you should be able to bring it to school although it'll be pretty heavy. You can find more info about the Shiva and it's box variations at http://www.adireaudio.com If waiting for the Shiva doesn't work out for when you need your project completed, another option would be the Dayton 12" Titanic Mk III for $160 at partsexpress.com but if you chose that route you'd have to design the box yourself. It's not incredibly difficult to do, but it will take a little time and researching. As it's your first creation I would lean towards the Shiva as the box designing and blueprints are done for you. And as it's a really popular driver in this forum you might be able to pick up a used one and save a few bucks.. There is certainly a ton of other drivers & amps that can make outstanding subs.. But you'll be hard pressed to find better value per dollar IMHO..