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Component Subwoofers: How-To, FAQ, and Shopping Guides

Subwoofer Shopping Guide

Ken Nail
12/11/2012

Subwoofers are speakers dedicated solely to reproducing low frequencies. No matter what kind of music you like, or at what volume you listen to it at, they can be a crucial part of your overall listening experience.

 

Video: How to Choose a Subwoofer

Ken Nail
9/14/2010

The first step to choosing a subwoofer actually begins with the enclosure and how you want the sub to perform. In this video we'll tell you about the different types of subwoofer enclosures available, and find out which one best fits your vehicle and your needs.

 

Dual Voice Coil Subwoofers

Crutchfield Writing Team
6/19/2012

Dual voice coil subwoofers are a popular choice among car audio enthusiasts who want more flexibility in wiring their sound systems.

 

Subwoofer Enclosures

Crutchfield Writing Team
3/12/2012

The type of bass you get from your component subwoofer doesn't depend on the woofer alone. You'll need a strong, tightly constructed enclosure for optimum subwoofer performance.

 

Tuning Your Subs

Buck Pomerantz
12/9/2011

Having a subwoofer in your car is a good thing, but if the subwoofer isn't properly tuned, it won't sound as good as it should. This article describes how to adjust your amplifier so that your subwoofer will sound just the way you want it to.

 

Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams

Buck Pomerantz
12/12/2011

With the wide variety of subwoofers available, it's easy to get confused about the best way to wire up your system. These wiring diagrams will help you find the configuration that'll get the most out of your subs and your amplifier.

 

How to Build a Subwoofer Box

Erin Blanton
7/1/2003

Basic guidelines and step-by-step instructions for calculating, designing and building a car subwoofer box.

 

Subwoofer Installation Guide

Crutchfield Writing Team
6/12/2008

This article describes the steps involved in installing a subwoofer in your vehicle.

 

Big bass in a small-car world

Charlie Pastorfield
8/10/2009

Gas mileage is a big issue with an ever-increasing number of people. A smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicle is great news for your wallet, but it can really create problems if you like maximum...

 

Subwoofers FAQ

Crutchfield Writing Team
3/12/2012

Which subwoofer will sound the loudest? Which subwoofer will sound the deepest? Which hits harder: one 12" sub or two 10" subs? How much power do I need? What difference do cone materials make? Plus more...

 

Subwoofers Glossary

Crutchfield Writing Team
6/16/2003

Learn about the features and technical specifications included among today's car stereo subwoofers.

 

Amplifier Wiring Diagram

Crutchfield Writing Team
6/16/2003

Take a look at a typical amp wiring scheme.

 

Car Amplifiers FAQ

Crutchfield Writing Team
4/11/2011

Where can I mount my amp? What wiring do I need to hook up my amplifier? Does any of it come with the amp? What size power and ground wires do I need for my amplifier? How much air space do I need around my amplifier? What's the biggest amp I can hook up to my car's electrical system? Plus more!

 

How to tune a car sound system, Part 2: Adding Bass

Buck Pomerantz
7/5/2007

You had your car stereo sounding pretty good. But then you noticed that something was missing. You had enough volume and clarity, but no real bass. You like the hit in the gut you get from a real...

 

Subwoofers rule: finally, I get it

Zak Billmeier
7/28/2008

Before I started working at Crutchfield, I associated car subwoofers with punk kids that roll up on you at traffic lights, sporting that low-frequency rattle that reminds you of the Space Shuttle...

 

Shallow subs for big bass in a tight space

Ken Nail
11/27/2012

With subwoofers, size matters. If you want big bass in your system, and you've got plenty of room in your vehicle, it's a good idea to start with a large sub. But subcompact cars and...

 

Headlights Dim When the Music Plays

Buck Pomerantz
11/30/2012

When the stereo pulls too much power out of your car's electrical system, every part of the system suffers, even the amplifier itself. Here we discuss the most popular fixes for an underpowered electrical system: the big 3 upgrade, a capacitor, a larger alternator, and a second battery.

 

Wiring Subwoofers — What's all this about Ohms?

Buck Pomerantz
10/26/2011

Confusion about how to wire subwoofers has been around for as long as people have been putting them in cars. Here, we'll explain why the way you wire your subwoofer effects the output.

 

Everything About Subwoofers from A to Z

Buck Pomerantz
9/16/2011

When planning a bass system, customers ask every day about where they should start. Doing it properly takes some forethought, especially if you're starting small and intend to expand over time.

 

How to Match Subwoofers and Amplifiers

Buck Pomerantz
6/16/2012

This step-by-step guide will help you make sure that your amps and subs are evenly matched and work well together, whether you have the subwoofers and want to find the amplifier to run them, or you've already got the amp and want the right subs for it.