Reviews - Alpine Type-R SWR-1042D Car Subwoofer
User Reviews
by biscuitfarmer on Nov 4, 2006
| Pros |
Hard hitting bass, excellent lows, very durable |
| Cons |
none really |
| Bottom Line |
Extremely high quality, hard hitting 10" subwoofer. You just aren't going to find too many that can surpass the Type-R. |
by shillbra on Jul 21, 2006
| Pros |
Tight accurate bass, sleek design, competition ready, rock solid performance. |
| Cons |
None |
| Bottom Line |
If you are looking for tight accurate bass or just have limited space there isn't a better sub for the money. Properly set up out-performs 2 lesser 12"s. |
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Key Features
Coaxial speakers, also known as two-way speakers, usually have more than one speaker mounted together but driven separately. This generally allows for better sound quality, especially at higher frequencies. Component speakers are independent speakers that need to be coupled with others for a full range of sound. Component systems are combinations of individual speakers that have already been selected to work well with one another.
Car Speaker Type
Component
This is the number of actual projecting devices. The greater the number of elements, usually the higher the quality of sound produced.
These different types of speakers produce certain frequencies of sound. Subwoofers are best at the lowest bass frequencies, tweeters are for the highest, and mid-range are for everything in between.
Car Speaker Function
Subwoofer
This is the amount of power (which is closely related to volume) that a speaker is capable of.
Nominal Power Handling
500 Watt RMS
A powered speaker includes a built-in amplifier to drive it.
Technical Features
Peak Power Handling
1500 Watt
Frequency Response
26 Hz - 500 Hz
Impedance
4 ohm (Dual Coil)
Components
The type of material your woofer is made out of depends on the sound quality you are looking for and how much money you are willing to spend. Paper Paper (pulp) woofers are the least expensive, but if properly engineered can provide great sound. However, they should not be overused in car speakers because of their susceptibility to moisture. Poly / Plastic Possibly the most-used material for car speakers, poly and plastic are weather-resistant and have good internal damping. Composite Mica, CMMD (Ceramic Metal Matrix Diaphragm), Glass-imides, HCL (Honeycomb-Laminate), and IMPP are all types of composite materials used for speakers cones. These materials are non-resonant, stiff and strong. They all create uncolored sound with excellent dispersion. Metal Cast metals have greater resistance to resonance than stamped metals. Cast aluminum is not only lightweight but also very strong.
Woofer Material
Composite
Mounting
Decide whether you want the speaker component itself, or the casing as well.\r\n
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