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<blockquote data-quote="mat3833" data-source="post: 8786345" data-attributes="member: 587645"><p>Speaking from a strictly base level point of view, if you are getting a 3db gain or less at port tuning(musical setup tuned around 31-32hz) having the extra sub will offer essentially the same output to a point. 8 inch subs are a compromise on many fronts, so ported is usually the go-to for lower-end extension and output. If you are tuning higher, say 35hz or so then ported is going to offer you more than the extra sealed sub can. </p><p></p><p>It really depends on what you like. I'm about to run a pair of 18's on 2500w. But I'm getting a DSP so I can cut the output from about 40hz and up and tame them for general music while being able to really feel the low end. It's kinda counter-intuitive, but its how I like my substage to sound and blend with my front. </p><p></p><p>Matt</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mat3833, post: 8786345, member: 587645"] Speaking from a strictly base level point of view, if you are getting a 3db gain or less at port tuning(musical setup tuned around 31-32hz) having the extra sub will offer essentially the same output to a point. 8 inch subs are a compromise on many fronts, so ported is usually the go-to for lower-end extension and output. If you are tuning higher, say 35hz or so then ported is going to offer you more than the extra sealed sub can. It really depends on what you like. I'm about to run a pair of 18's on 2500w. But I'm getting a DSP so I can cut the output from about 40hz and up and tame them for general music while being able to really feel the low end. It's kinda counter-intuitive, but its how I like my substage to sound and blend with my front. Matt [/QUOTE]
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