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Old Nov 13, 2004
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audiobahn amplified subwoofer (ABASS120P)

I know you guys are all about competition level audio equipment but I just need something to fill in my low end.

Here is what i have now

Alpine 9833 HU
Polk db690 (rear) and Polk db650 (front)

The high power of the HU gives a good output but i need more bass. Not crazy gangsta' bass but just something to fill in the low end.

To avoid frustration and a whole mess of crap in my trunk, I was thinking about an all in one amplified subwoofer.

Specifically this one:

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_2652.html

Audiobahn ABASS120P Amplifier + 12" Subwoofer + Ported Enclosure by Audiobahn
12" Amplified, Ported Loaded Bass Enclosure
RMS Power output: 120 watts
120W RMS MOSFET Amplifier
Remote Bass Control ****
RCA & Speaker Level Inputs
Adjustable Low Pass Filter: 40Hz - 250Hz
Adjustable Bass Boost: 0-18dB
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Frequency Response: 25Hz - 20kHz
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How would this compare to like the infinity's basslink? I heard bazooka tubes are terrible.

The thing is, is the 120rms amplifier not powerful enough to power the subwoofer. Would it bottom out easily? would I be able to hear it from my trunk?

Any advice would be appreciated.
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I've never heard that before, but the Audiobahn I've heard, I haven't been impressed. I want to say that the Basslink will sound better. You can get the bass link for just a little more on ebay I think. What's your budget?
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preferably below 300$ but i just want an easy all in one solution that is easily thrown in the back and can be easily installed.
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Does anyone know how this amplified subwoofer stacks up against other amplified subwoofers?
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man, sorry to say this but that sub sucks. I had almost top of the line subs from audiobahn, and they are horrible. It gives you s*itload of bass, but sound quality is horrible... get the basslink. Can't go wrong w/ infinity. My friend has it in his SRT-4 and it sounds really nice
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What model audiobahn subwoofers did you have?
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Audiobahn AW1206T Flame Q series. Not the best Audiobahn sub, but definately better than the one you're thinking about. If you don't care about sound quality, go ahead and buy the Audibahn. Depends on what kind of music you listen to. I say save up a few more bucks and get the Infinity Basslink.
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how many watts were you putting to your Audiobahn AW1206T?
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800w rms @ 2ohm
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since u about polk speaker.....i would recommend like a 10" polk in that special box w/ 500rms watts
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So you think the 120rms amp for that sub is way too low and i wouldn't be able to hear anything coming from the trunk?
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