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Krusial · 03-23-2013, 07:59 PM

So I just recently purchased my brand new 2013 2SS/RS and opted not to get the $1000 audio upgrade. Seemed WAY overpriced for what you get. After listening to my music for a few weeks, I definitely want some sort of subwoofer. I primarily listen to rock music and I'm 100% all about sound quality. Which leaves me to my question, what sub should I shop for? A lot of reading I've done, recommends W6s or W7s from JL Audio. Any other brands/models to consider for sound quality? Also, recommendations for an amp wouldn't hurt my feelings either. I don't want to shake the car next to me or anything, like I said, sound quality is all I'm after. I also want to add, price isn't a big deal if there's quality to be had. I just know I can get way more for my $1000 than what GM was offering. Thank you for reading.

usranger80 · 03-23-2013, 09:01 PM

I'm no audiophile, but I have a 10" shallow mount pioneer premiere, it was inexpensive but the bass is very tight. Not shaking the ground by any means but adds the needed bass. Just make sure you get the settings right on the amp for any sub and you really can't go wrong. Whole setup was under 500.

CWI · 03-23-2013, 09:39 PM

I have (had) two 12" type R Alpines in a ******** box. The voice coils are toast on both of them. Sometime soon, I plan on changing to a 12W7 in a stealth box to replace them. Should take care of it.

CWI · 03-23-2013, 09:40 PM

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2012InfernoSS · 03-24-2013, 11:40 AM

Ive had both w6's and w7's and they are nice sounding subs

lscamaro · 03-24-2013, 12:39 PM

If you want sound quality, look up image dynamics subs. Some of the best around. Those or the arc black series as well.

For amps, it depends. If u want an amp just for the sub then just match it to what you need. If u want to replace the factory one as well, the jl audio 700/5, 600/4, and 600/6 should all fit in the factory location and be good candidates

darkrider01 · 03-24-2013, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by lscamaro

If you want sound quality, look up image dynamics subs. Some of the best around. Those or the arc black series as well.

For amps, it depends. If u want an amp just for the sub then just match it to what you need. If u want to replace the factory one as well, the jl audio 700/5, 600/4, and 600/6 should all fit in the factory location and be good candidates

+1 - good advice.

I will add that W6's are great for SQ as well - that's why I bought them. For amps, there are lots of great choices these days. You could go with an all-in-one 5-channel like the JL HD900/5, Alpine PDX-V9 - or you could do multiple amps. Best thing to do really is set a budget and build around it.

For the near-ultimate SQ subs, check out Focal and Morel - they make some truly incredible subs in the SQ realm, but they are costly.

noeg92 · 03-24-2013, 05:11 PM

I have a set up of two 10inch JL Audio Subs and a JL amp. It sounds really good! They are some of the best subs out there and the whole set up was less than $500. Including the install and the box. Once you have a set up like this in your car you won't want to listen to music on other cars.

2010SLVRBULIT · 03-24-2013, 05:20 PM

ARC audio sub, KAR series, one of the better sounding subs I've heard..other brands, Image Dynamics, POLK reference line, etc..

03-23-2013, 07:59 PM	#1
Krusial Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 38 View My Garage	Hunting for a sub So I just recently purchased my brand new 2013 2SS/RS and opted not to get the $1000 audio upgrade. Seemed WAY overpriced for what you get. After listening to my music for a few weeks, I definitely want some sort of subwoofer. I primarily listen to rock music and I'm 100% all about sound quality. Which leaves me to my question, what sub should I shop for? A lot of reading I've done, recommends W6s or W7s from JL Audio. Any other brands/models to consider for sound quality? Also, recommendations for an amp wouldn't hurt my feelings either. I don't want to shake the car next to me or anything, like I said, sound quality is all I'm after. I also want to add, price isn't a big deal if there's quality to be had. I just know I can get way more for my $1000 than what GM was offering. Thank you for reading. __________________

03-23-2013, 09:01 PM	#2
usranger80 Drives: 2011 1LT "Bumblebee" Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Angelo, TX Posts: 699 View My Garage	I'm no audiophile, but I have a 10" shallow mount pioneer premiere, it was inexpensive but the bass is very tight. Not shaking the ground by any means but adds the needed bass. Just make sure you get the settings right on the amp for any sub and you really can't go wrong. Whole setup was under 500. __________________

03-23-2013, 09:39 PM	#3
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2013 Duramax 3500HD Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Freeport LPG Export Posts: 3,839 View My Garage	I have (had) two 12" type R Alpines in a ******** box. The voice coils are toast on both of them. Sometime soon, I plan on changing to a 12W7 in a stealth box to replace them. Should take care of it. __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

03-23-2013, 09:40 PM	#4
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2013 Duramax 3500HD Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Freeport LPG Export Posts: 3,839 View My Garage	Don't go this route, __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

03-24-2013, 12:39 PM	#6
lscamaro Drives: 2011 CGM Camaro LS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 10,305	If you want sound quality, look up image dynamics subs. Some of the best around. Those or the arc black series as well. For amps, it depends. If u want an amp just for the sub then just match it to what you need. If u want to replace the factory one as well, the jl audio 700/5, 600/4, and 600/6 should all fit in the factory location and be good candidates __________________ Click Picture for Build Thread

03-24-2013, 11:40 AM	#5
2012InfernoSS Drives: 93GMC sierra stepside/ ctsv3 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 914	Ive had both w6's and w7's and they are nice sounding subs

03-24-2013, 05:11 PM	#8
noeg92 Drives: 2012 Camaro LS Coupe Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: LA County/Riverside County Posts: 147	I have a set up of two 10inch JL Audio Subs and a JL amp. It sounds really good! They are some of the best subs out there and the whole set up was less than $500. Including the install and the box. Once you have a set up like this in your car you won't want to listen to music on other cars.

03-24-2013, 05:20 PM	#9
2010SLVRBULIT Drives: G5(LLT) & C6(LS3) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MARS Posts: 7,527 View My Garage	ARC audio sub, KAR series, one of the better sounding subs I've heard..other brands, Image Dynamics, POLK reference line, etc..