How far away should my subwoofer be?

Ideally, your subwoofer should be placed a distance of 1-2x the diameter of the port away from a wall. For example, if your subwoofer has a 6” port, it should be placed 6-12” away from a wall.

How much airspace does my subwoofer need?

According to the JL Audio website, the recommended volume space for a 12-inch subwoofer is 1.25 cubic feet. For a 10-inch woofer, the volume recommendation is 0.625 cubic feet, and the recommendation for an eight-inch speaker is 0.375 cubic feet.

Does port location matter sub box?

If you are placing the subwoofer such that the port faces the wall, the distance to the wall will affect (lower) the box tuning, as the small area in between the wall and the port effectively extends the port length.

How does a subwoofer move air?

A subwoofer makes bass by moving air in front and behind the speaker. These waves are equal, but 180 degrees out of sync. What tends to happen when free air mounting a standard sub is the sound is better behind the speaker than in front of it. Great for tailgating parties, not so good for driving around.

Which way should subs face in trunk?

Facing Upward – Towards The Trunk Hatch Facing the subwoofer upward while in the trunk, gives you big bass without consuming a lot of space. This direction offers crisp sound with a slight advantage to high frequencies and treble, and won’t rattle loose parts in your vehicle as much.

Does box size matter on subwoofers?

When it comes to subwoofers, the answer’s yes; size matters greatly. If you have a couple of 8″ drivers in a box you’re calling a subwoofer, you’re going to be disappointed if you follow the setup steps we’ll be discussing – because you won’t get the results we’re getting.

Can a subwoofer port be too big?

Remember, there is such a thing as too big. As the size of the enclosure increases, the mechanical limits of the woofer will be easier to reach. If the port becomes too small, it may result in port noise, or allow the woofer to simply unload.

Does a ported box make subs louder?

PORTED / VENTED SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURES These types of enclosures, when built with the properly calculated volume and tuned to the correct frequency for the subwoofer, are generally louder than a sealed enclosure. They allow subwoofers to reproduce the lower frequencies found most often in Rap and Hip Hop music.

Does a subwoofer have to be enclosed?

Subwoofers should not be used without a box as they require an enclosure to balance the front and back frequencies that are emitted. Using a subwoofer without a ported or sealed box can result in negligible sound.

Can subwoofers be enclosed?

The simple answer is yes. A subwoofer can be placed inside a cabinet. However, there are those metrics you’ll have to adhere to to ensure that your subwoofer performs at its best without causing any sound distortions or reverberations.