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PoNDeR - 30 Dec 2003 10:47 GMT

If you match up the capacity of the sub enclosure to the subwoofer you have
exactly, would there be any need to stuff the box if all gaps are already
filled with sealant.

also would it make any difference if the box is ported/sealed

and in your opinions ( i say this because it's most likely subjective) does
a ported box provide sharper sound while a sealed box gives a muddier sound?

Thanks
Brett

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Mark Zarella - 30 Dec 2003 14:31 GMT

> If you match up the capacity of the sub enclosure to the subwoofer you have
> exactly, would there be any need to stuff the box if all gaps are already
> filled with sealant.

No. There isn't any need anyway.

> also would it make any difference if the box is ported/sealed

Yes.

> and in your opinions ( i say this because it's most likely subjective) does
> a ported box provide sharper sound while a sealed box gives a muddier sound?

No. If it did, everyone would go ported.

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sanitarium - 30 Dec 2003 18:32 GMT

My oppinions in line below...
Garrett

> If you match up the capacity of the sub enclosure to the subwoofer you have
> exactly, would there be any need to stuff the box if all gaps are already
> filled with sealant.

Make sure your enclosure walls have Zero air leaks between them. GE
Sillocone works well, make sure you use paintable type if you intend to
paint it. Ive been using liquid nails with 2" drywall screws.

> also would it make any difference if the box is ported/sealed

Yes, Huge difference IMHO.

> and in your opinions ( i say this because it's most likely subjective) does
> a ported box provide sharper sound while a sealed box gives a muddier sound?

IMHO its the opposite: Sealed = Clear, low, resonant, controled cone motion,
low efficiency. Ported = high efficiency, need large enclosure volume for
sub-bass extension.... Something like that

> Thanks
> Brett

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