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Dec 13, 2004 | 09:35 PM

fordtrucklover94

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Subwoofer specs

Ok i'm looking at subs for my truck and trying to figure out differences, I mean some are self explanatory, but i wanna make sure I understand them. First, single and dual voice coils, what is the difference between those, which is better, or is that a decision based on preference? Second, what sound differences would 1-2-4-8 ohm woofers have? i realize ohm is resistance so would that be how much of a limit of power being output?

Dec 13, 2004 | 09:45 PM

MemOrex

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Single Voice Coil (SVC) has only one '+' and one '-' terminal whereas a Dual Voice Coil (DVC) has two of each. In DVC, there are LOTS more ways to wire your sub(s). There are also Quad Voice Coil (QVC), but I find them useless

. In terms of Ohms, I dont hear any difference. Only difference could be that a higher ohm is for more quality than 'boom'. But, the Ohm's can change with wiring, where SVC or DVC comes in.

I would recommend DVC 4 ohm subs. Plenty of wiring options.

Dec 13, 2004 | 10:36 PM

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All that any of that has to do with is what amp and sub matchup you are gonna be using. If you are using an amp that work well at 2ohms then you want either two 2 ohm dvc subs, or two 4 ohm svc subs. The impedance (ohms) of a subwoofer do not affect sound quality, they are simply a way to maximize output capabilities based on your electrical setup. The arguement could be made however, that getting subs for a 4 ohm load would be your best bet for quality as this is where most amps will be very stable and this DOES affect sound quality.