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 So you are ready to start building your car audio system YES? Where to start? Well a good place to begin is with the Sub box. There are many types of enclosures for every vehicle and listening style and each has its advantages and dis-advantages. As just a general rule of thumb it is important to make sure your subwoofers will match the chosen enclosure so I recommend knowing what you are planning to run before starting.  So for instance before deciding on a subwoofer box you will want to check what the recommended cubic capacity & specifications are for that model.  Now we will discuss a few different options available for enclosures.

Sealed Sub Boxes  

The most common and versatile type of enclosure is sealed. This style enclosure is ideal for any application where space is going to be an issue. In some cases a sealed recommendation for subwoofer box will be half of what the ported recommendation is. They also have the advantage over ported and band pass enclosures in terms of overall sound clarity. A sealed subwoofer box will deliver a tight, clean and accurate bass response and have a flat frequency response curve. In general a sealed box will be for listeners looking for sound quality driven system that is clean across the entire frequency band.

Vented Sub Boxes 

Next up are ported or vented enclosures, “ported” & “vented” are synonymous, it just means the enclosure has a hole in it to let air escape. You know that guy you can hear from 2 blocks away? Well he is likely running ported box. This style enclosure will likely be about twice the size of a similar sealed box since the airspace inside the chamber is much larger. Ported enclosures are tuned to a certain frequency range which is determined by the port length, width and diameter. The port can be in several configurations such as rounded or a slot which is narrower and taller. Each subwoofer will have a specific frequency they are designed to run at for maximum output. Depending on what you plan to use the enclosure for it can be tuned to various frequency ranges by modifying the port.

In general most competition SPL vehicles tune to high frequencies around 45Hz or higher. This setup would be designed for absolute maximum output but sacrificing a great deal of sound quality. A ported box tuned 25Hz will still allow your system to hit the ultra low bass notes while still keeping sealed like sound quality. The disadvantage is the enclosure will then have a fairly flat frequency range. And then the most common frequency range found usually in pre-built ported / vented enclosures is around 33 – 35Hz. At this frequency the enclosure will still deliver much more bass output than a sealed box but at the same time will still retain most of the sound quality. In other words you will get the best of both worlds with a ported box run at about 33Hz.

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This is due to the fact it includes their accurate SIRF Ttian Processor for the best GPS and Gyro & Acceleration testing and for accurate positioning in tunnels or built up areas where GPS can be lost. Alpine believe this unit has the fastest start up, fastest route calculations and fastest re-routing of any comparable device on the market.

For more information contact us on sales@b-a-s-s.co.uk

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"Not for the feint Hearted"

Made in the UK using only top quality MDF. They produce extremley loud bass response and represent excellent Value for money from only £49.99 plus P&P. Not for the feint hearted these bad boys are for true BASS enthusiasts.

They come in 3 sizes 10″ (1.375 cu ft) RRP £49.99 12″ (2.00 cu ft) RRP £59.99 and 15″ (3.50 cu ft) £69.99 Double boxes available also. For more information please contact us on sales@b-a-s-s.co.uk or click here.

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Forget Trinny, Suzanna and that Gok fella, when it comes to full on, budget busting makeovers we’ve got a competition that’ll blow your socks off.
To celebrate our event on the 7th of March at Stoneleigh Park, one lucky winner will get a 10k car makeover featuring the latest super slick technology.
Checkout the list of top mods below. So get along to the show and to be in with a chance of winning this wicked kit just answer this simple question.

What date is the Auto Sound and Style show at Stoneleigh Park.? 

A) 7th March 2010 (Text STREET288 A to 87474) 

B) 4th AUGUST 1066 (Text STREET288 B to 87474)

C) 11th November 1944 (Text STREET288 C to 87474)

You can also enter via www.fastcar.co.uk/comps

THE PRIZES

Text STREET288 followed by a space then the letter you think corresponds to the correct answer then a space and your name and email address to 87474, all texts cost 50p, plus your standard network tariff and the comp ends on 10/03/10 at midnight. The winners will be drawn from all the correct entries after the closing date. You can also enter on www.fastcar.co.uk/comps. Full terms and conditions can be found on: http://www.futurenet.com/futureonline/competitionrules.asp

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There’ll also be the chance to see some of the UK’s loudest and cleanest sounding cars compete in the opening round of the EMMA UK championship, showing off how real sound addicts go at it. On top of all of this there’s also a competition to win a £10k tuning, styling and audio makeover for one lucky visitor’s car, which is sure to attract a huge amount of entries.

But don’t take our word for it take a look at some of the exhibitors and judge for yourself, with the likes of Alcar Wheelwright, Alpine, Armour, Clarion, K&N Filters, Kenwood, Midbass, Parrot and loads more Auto Sound and Style is the start of the show season.

ATTRACTIONS ON THE DAY INCLUDE:

• CAR AUDIO – First glimpse of new models of head units, amps speakers, subwoofers and accessories
• CAR ELECTRONICS – Bluetooth hands-free kits, parking aids, navigation systems and other fab gadgets!
• PERFORMANCE AND STYLING – fresh new performance and styling products including engine enhancement products, body kits, paint finishes, wheels and tyres
• 2010 PRODUCT LAUNCHES – See new products before they hit the high street
• E.M.M.A – see the first round of the 2010 Sound Off competition series with the finest SPL and SQ cars taking part
• FOUR MASTERS - “Car Sound Doctors” – Get practical advice on your sounds from three award-winning installers – Mark Turner, Paul Ellis, Luke Massey!
• UK’S TOP 10 DEMO CARS – Leading audio manufacturers bring their demonstration cars to blow you away
• GIVEAWAYS AND GREAT SHOW DEALS – See it, touch it, hear it, buy it!

TO WIN one of the tickets just send your name, email and contact number to sales@b-a-s-s.co.uk before 5.30pm on Thursday 4th March 2010 for your chance to WIN.

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We would love to feature your Blogs so If you have something to say about the industry or maybe would like to write a blog about a recent Car Stereo, Subwoofer or Sat Nav purchase positive or negative we would love to hear from you and you can email blogs for consideration to sales@b-a-s-s.co.uk .

Catch you all soon….Ian.

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