Are subs in tubes any good?

[Renthorin]

I would like to add some deep punch to my GN's system. Note - it is bone stock and I want to keep it that way.

I thought about some of those 6 or 8 inch subs in their own tubes with amps on the end. That way I can just unplug the thing and take it away without leaveing an amp somewhere.

I have seen the Bazooka tube things and that is the style I would like. I want to put it on the floor board behind the driver's or passenger's seat....or both.

Quesitons:
1) are tube type subs good?
2) what about the self powered ones?
3) would one work or do I need two?

 

[Audiowizard]

Originally posted by Renthorin
"1) are tube type subs good?"

They are OK but a subwoofer in an MDF enclosure sounds much better. I personally never liked the sound of them.

"2) what about the self powered ones?"

It is a cheap amplifier that is a permanent part of the box. Either way you will need an amplifier to power them.

"3) would one work or do I need two?"

That would be a personal preference. One may work for you and if it isnt enough, then you could add a second. I would listen to a Bazooka tube in someone else car before I would make the purchase. At least you would be able to tell whether you like it or not.

 

[Renthorin]

Wizard,

What is a subwoofer in an MDF enclosure? Do you have a picture? How much are they and how big are they?

I do have a 250w amp sitting on a shelf in the basement that I could use just trying not to add stuff that I have to remove later.

Thanks for the info.

 

[mcss383]

he just means a sub thats in a normal box. MDF is a type of wood. Its like particle board just much stronger.

whatever you can imagine is how big they can be or how much they weigh.

 

[Audiowizard]

Originally posted by Renthorin
Wizard,

What is a subwoofer in an MDF enclosure?

MDF stands for medium density fiber board and

HDF stands for high density fiber board.

Just a littly FYI in case you were wondering.