There's some funky things going on with the ZVX-8 when i measured one long ago the FS on the manual said it had a FS in the 90 hz range. Qts/Qes's were near 1. I threw it on the DATS v3 and this basically confirmed it. hopefully they fixed things since then. The sundown X8 is DEFINITELY my favorite 8" to use especially in compact spaces.
I have a X8 sundown as a Mid woofer in my SUV it sits in the center of my car and I also have a ZVX 15 Skar thats my main Subwoofer both are awesome subs!
Dude! You have the closest thing to a scientific subwoofer channel on UA-cam! Great work!! Maybe get a mic to measure SPL at 1 meter to validate different drivers? Your test seems to show maximum excursion on the ZXV8 at around 28 Hz, which is much lower than what's listed on the website..
Just unboxed a x8 v3 gotta say this thing is high quality. I've also owned Txl15 zvx 12 evl 15 and this is higher quality than skar that's why there's a premium. Yes it's the name but they got there name from being the best.
I cant pick honestly. Both great products and have great sound. Wanna say sundown because they are a little better but then you add in the price difference and id say they are equal imo.
That doesnt make sense. How does "a little better" offset "almost twice the cost?" "A little better" and "a little more expensive" would make them about equal...
I had 2 zvx 8s in a 386 spl box 5cft and tunable slot port. Box was made for 4 but 2 holes were plugged so I ran the 2 zvx in the box that was way oversized. I ran them on a Kicker ZX 1500.1 yes underpowered but the oversized box helped with that. Man that shit was so loud ppl thought I had 15s when I would pull up to the wash in my 03 Maxima. The look on their face when they asked what I had and I told them 2 8s. They thought I was talking about door speaker 8s lmfao
SUNDOWN AUDIO ALL DAY BECAUSE OF THE POWER HANDLING LOOKS AND I HONESTLY BELIEVE THEY ARE BETTER BUILT AND USE BETTER QUALITY PARTS DON'T GET ME WRONG THOSE LITTLE SKAR ZVX THOSE ARE BEEFY TO BUT IN MY OPINION THERE NO MATCH FOR SUNDOWN AUDIO I SEEN SOME OF THEM WITH MY OWN EYES TAKE 3 TIMES THE POWER RATED BUT IM NOT SAYING THAT THEY CAN DO THAT FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME BUT I KNOW FOR SURE THAT THEY CAN TAKE DOUBLE THE POWER ALL DAY BUT I THING BOTH OF THEM ARE REALLY NICE PRODUCTS IM NOT SAYING I WOULD NEVER BUY A SKAR SUBWOOFER OR AMPLIFIER BUT MY FIRST CHOICE WOULD BE SUNDOWN AUDIO. SORRY FOR RAMBLING ON [☣✌💪🔈✌💪🔉✌💪🔊☣]
I’ve seen so many sundown subs being blown up due to them not being able to hand the power and the same setup being switched to skar audio and it being able to handle it just fine I started off with 2 skar 12s sdrs and I loved them but needed money and sold them and now I have 1 skar 12 vxf and I indeed love it I had a single 12 sundown in between that period and it blew up and my vxf is on the same setup and it wants more power
@@uhpixr This is such a bs comment. Sundown subs are ALL far superior to skrub subs. Skrub even went as far as trying to copy Sundown subs so they can sell as the same. However sundown owns the patents, and their parameters are far superior. Buy USA made, not China made!
@@Rightn2Parabola maybe all my friends who bought sundown got fucked up subwoofers from the shipping 🤷🏼♂️ but they kept the same amps switch to skar audio and the sub never blew
SKAR by far is the most budget sub for the $$$ for the same bang! The question is how long does SKAR vs Sundown last over time? It's depends on what type of amp the user used & with the correct settings without any audio clippings, the environments that its installed in with climate's freezing cold & scorching hot weather, and how the user maintain their audio system's maintenance overtime? I've heard many audio systems horror stories during last 25 years! As I'm installer myself I'm using a single SKAR Audio 12-D2 1600w 800w RMS 2ohm using a single ported box with SKAR Audio RP-1200.1D 1600w 800w RMS @ 2ohm mono amp!
Exactly the video I was looking for, you just gained a subscriber. Wanting to upgrade my SA 8 v2s and considering Skar ZVX 8, SA 8 v3, CT Sounds Meso 8, and Sundown Audio X8 v3. Thank you for this video!
Do u still have the SA V2 if u do and u want to sell it il buy it i kno this video is a few months old but can't hurt to try and c if u still have it [☣✌💪🔈✌💪🔉✌💪🔊☣]
Hell yea I'd love to put like 3 or 4 of these in my car, now I'm rocking a AB xfl 12 big ported box tuned on a rockford p1000bd and it pounds out hard makes my smile everyday
Look at how the leads stick out from the basket far enough to catch on the 7.5 inch mounting hole these go into. This much motor needs direct leads to prevent damage from mounting the subwoofer.
@@sammy-ko6bs Ok this needs to stop! Enough with y'all "Know it all" when it comes to Auto Audio. Treat all Auto Audio the same weather you think it's shit or not. No one is forcing someone to buy the best or not the best. You like what you like and if it's crap? Then why do all these Audio company's Exist?! Then it's not for you or for someone else. You are not here to please anyone but yourself! Quit begging people because people like y'all are acting like Bullies!
Great comparison video! Never tried 8” subs in my car yet. Built boxes for 1 12, 2 10s, 4 6.5s & 1 15, but I haven’t tried 8” subs….. maybe I’ll do 4 eights next time I get the urge to mess around. I greatly appreciate your work!
I have a pair of SAV2D4’s,,,, my question is should they be in a ported box? Or sealed? The shop that installed this setup did my cut cab on my truck but left them in a sealed box..
Just got Sundown sa10 rev3 d4 AND WAS REAL DISAPPOINTED when I turned it upside down and the magnet was completely blank, I Mean the smaller sub woofer shown here has its model number engraved on the bottom, so I just don’t understand why the company doesn’t do that with all of their sub woofers? Especially since it’s the only model identification on the sub, so without it all you know is the sub size? IT FAR EXCEEDS MY EXPECTATIONS for what a 10 inch subwoofer can achieve!!
Before I bought the Sundown X8 v3s I would say not worth it, but now that I own the x8 v3s for a few months, I think they are definitely worth the extra $.
Just installed the X8 V3 D2. In a Skar Audio Kerf box. Haven't got it broke in yet, so far at low volume I think it's gonna do pretty good *Cry once, pay once*
Aint no skar gonna hold up like a sundown...I have a zv5 12 thats rated for 2000 watts and I clamped it at 5680 watts at half ohm on a crescendo 4k running at 16 volts with some limitless lithium to run it I've never had a skar last this long on this kinda power I'd like to try the Skar DNR just to see how it holds up and its rated for 5000 watts so it should take it easy then ima strap my other crescendo to it and see if it can take double the power cause my sundown is almost triple the power its rated for right now and it loves it, it gets warm on the dust cap but I never smell it so I beat the breaks off of it, love these videos and sundown audio lol
I’ve got a ZVX-8 dual ohm wired to 1ohm 730watt rms ds18 powering it, I have to say I was pretty disappointed initially but now after a week of breaking it in, sounds way better than I would think before this I had a p3 12 and it was louder, but the Zvx-8 moves more air and does deeper lows
What do you mean by that? I’m genuinely curious. I’m about to purchase 2 Zvx8 and I’m super indecisive on whether or not to go with sundown. Is worth the difference? Or am I just paying for a name? A hype? Hence why I. Asking what you mean. I appreciate your feedback.
Hey a quick question, I got a JL W7AE-3 12” in my civic and had an option to change to Sundown’s SA-8 V.3 D4 dual 4 ohms subs. Should I keep my W7 or change to the sundowns? Thanks in advance! Btw just subbed so I might even consider getting whatever is the winner of this vid. Never finished it yet aha
The skar is more in line with the sundown SA 8 V3. I have 6 of those wired down to .67 on a 5000 watt amp. Takes the power like a champ on those as well
They perform different from each other the evl is more efficient and doesn't need as much power as the zvx and the sound quality is different that's why I wanted the review on it
I would get the zvx over the evl tho I 100% agree with that but keep that in mind the zvx 8 and evl 8 are different from each other and some people might wanna save that $10 to put towards the amp and everything else
Speaking from someone who has/is bumping both. The Sundown does what ( lore ) says and pounds, but it has its limits as it seems to sound better in all ranges, but only so loud. The Skar is like a rock, and handled properly it can take some seriouse watts and not skip a beat. But in its recommended enclosure it does sound muddier than the Sundown. In a custom box though it's a completely differant story, the Skar takes it hands down in all category's.. get 2 for the price of 1 Sundown and you will crack a windshield In a custom box and sound good doing it. P.s the Skar has a long break in period. It is stiff for up to a month of playtime.
I've always enjoy JL Audio products I recently tried some skar audio subs I've heard so much about Sundown Audio and seen a lot of videos on Sundown Audio so I ended up selling the skar subs and I ended up getting sundown and by far the Sundown Subs can handle more and I personally believe they hit the lows and hit harder then the skar audios. But for the price skar audio is not a bad product. Personally I like my DD audio 8 inch subs my personal opinion they are better than Sundown and skar audio as far as how they sound don't get me wrong with Sundowns hit really hard and get the lows but the DD audio's have the best of both worlds SQ and SPL when you want it.
@@BudgetBassHead Apreciate your timely response sir. Have you ever encounter thus manufactures products to agree/disagree with what he, himself believes anyway, to have any merit or validity? Just curious on your thoughts before I take time out to look into his claim. Thanks again for what you do. You had me vacuumed in, upon watching the first video I seen you in. Very well articulated teachings it was about Bandpass methodology. Just now finished my first, Passive Radiator build. Utilizing a, JL 12W6V3D4 w/ 2 Dayton 12PR's powered by a SVS 2000's Amp Board. After having to add two (2) extra weights on top of the SIX (6), that came with each of the 12" Dayton PR's... It surprisingly out performs much nicer than my Klipsch sw15 that wasnt really doing it for me. Well until I Frankenstein'd, Parts Express' SPA1000 Amp into the ass of it. Getting chatty now. So let me finish by SAYING.... Learning from you some key speaker/sub dynamic understanding. I removing the 12" ULTIMAX from the build upon disappointment upon completion and incorporating the JL. Thank you. Was not expecting the result. Keep drivin man and don't stop. Except for a lady once in a while. Doing great.
@@winstonpratt604 hey I have a JL W7 in my trunk rn lol my boys wants it back and he’s offering to give me SD SA-8 V.3 D4 4-ohm sub. Should I keep the W7 or take the SD? Honestly the bass on the w7 is crazy but idkI want to hear your opinion. Thanks!
Hey man i was just hoping you could tell me which sub to go with… im going with with either the sundown x12 or the skar zvx12. I have a gately 2.25 enclosure tuned to 36 hz. In your opinion which is the best bet for sound in that case?? Also i dont mind spending the extra money but is it worth it? Thanks for any help you can throw my way
I have a Sundown SA-8 D2 V3 running at 1ohm on a Skar RP800.1D, which has been dyno'd in excess of 900w rms, I daily that SA-8, which is rated for "500w rms", daily at over 800w in my 89 baby DeVille....it doesn't care, it doesn't get warm, it just gets low. I was going to go with 2 of their U-10'S but stupidly wanted as much room left in my trunk as possible....I never use the space lol, so this summer I'm looking at grabbing a pair of 10s or 12s, but that single SA-8 gets down, trunk is just a bit too large and completely sealed so I'm thinking of upgrading. People still think I'm running a pair of 10s in the trunk with that single 8 though.
Skar is garbage in my point of view never had good luck with them had two 8s in my fox body they lasted a month I upgraded to two 8 sundown handle a lot more sound a lot better like the old saying you get what you pay for
I have 3 zvxv2 18s, I got them for $380 each, I like their power handling, w4500 at .67 ohms, I'm sure they could handle a 9k, I believe the sun downs are also more expensive at this size, so it depends if you want want to pay more for them
Hey bro. The CT sounds meso 8 will fit perfect in this class. It's 800 watt rms, and $200. I just had my birthday and got a full system for my ride. I about got the vfl 8 from American bass, but didn't fit the budget. I had just 600 bucks. I got a double din head unit, two amps, two 4 gauge wiring kits, hushmat, two pair of Orion xtr four inch, 0 gauge for big 3, 8 gauge for the sub, prefabbed box, and American bass xd 1044. So I got a bit of work ahead.
I cant wait until you get up to the ZVX-12v2. They may be my next set of subs, the specs are perfect for the cost ratio. I'd like to see a face off of the ZVXv2 12, Fi Q 12, Sundown U12 or X12, and maybe an American Bass Xmaxx 12 I've got 2 EVL 12s with a RP2000.1 (will be getting a second RP2000 in this week), along with some SK6.5s and FSK6.5s in my doors powered by a RP75.4AB. It sounds better than expected, I've had Rockford, Alpine and Orions throughout my life and I've always wanted some Sundown subs...but Skar is like the cheaper version of Sundown - everything you want out of Sundown for half the cost. I cant wait for the second RP2000 to arrive, I'm excited to see what it does with a bit more power. I'll have to strap the Amos or just run them at 2ohms individually (I've got D4 EVLs), which isnt optimal but it's better than spending almost $700 and over powering them with a SK-4500 or getting the same performance with a RP3500.1. If you have suggestions, lay them on me. FYI, Ive already got OFC 0g Big 3, 250a Mech Man Alt, and a Full Throttle FT680-48 AGM Battery
You got a pretty good plan. However, the RP2000 isn't strappable. But you can wire both subs, individually, in parallel and get each sun to 2 ohms. Then connect them in parallel, with a final on load of 1 ohms. You may have already done this. However the reason I went with the Audiopipe 2000.1d over the RP 2000 by Skar Audio is because the RP series 2000.1 was not strappable. Still a great amp though 🤟
No way kemosobby the u series and the x series sundown will absolutely kill the zvx...have you not seen Derek at sundown audio he runs the u series subs 4 of them on 6 scv 7500.. 🤣🤣 bro you need to watch sundown unofficial channel on UA-cam and you'll see sundown ina whole new way...cheap subs is like buying off brand cereal it looks the same but it don't taste the same
@@BudgetBassHead I appreciate the heads up, the reason I thought it could be strapped because its shown in the manual (page 6) that comes with the amp (it doesnt mention that the RP2000.1D cannot be strapped. So I assumed it could. I will run them @2ohms for now, atleast until I can get my hands on a RP3500.1, thank you for the response and keep up the amazing work my man - I love listening while Im working.
great video....i think they both did an amazing job im looking at the skar svr-8 .and thinking of buying 6 to 8 of them for my hometheater...what do you think..?...on a tight budget lol
Just remember, with lower frequencies, surface area is more important. a weaker, cheaper 15 inch sub will outperform 3 smaller, more expensive subs... generally speaking.
@@juan_f150 surface area is King always go with the larger diameter subwoofer if you have space for it the smaller subwoofer would need a tremendous amount of x-max or mechanical throw to compete with a larger diameter subwoofer.
Many factors are involved. Length of subwoofer cone spider rubber surround voice coil would have to be literally identical in measurement because I believe these Subs are made with very tight tolerance. First see if the voice coil diameter is the same next see the measurement of Excursion to see if you have the proper clearance. Just look at each one and do a comparison on the measurements. That should lead you to a Direction if it's feasible or not.
I appreciate your videos and information! I have an '03 Avalanche that I wanna put subs in, two (12s). I am on a budget, but I would like your opinion on what type of woofers and amp. I was was thinking of the American Bass XFL, but have no idea on the amp. I would want an amp probably under $400. Again, what's your opinion?
I honestly can only afford the skar. Does anyone ready this think it’s worth me buying it? I’ve heard mixed reviews. I’ve heard it’s a good sub for the price but cheap motor parts. I’ve heard they draw the line with skar and do not buy. I’ve also heard they’re great and to buy one. I’ve heard nothing but great things about sundown but as I mentioned i am on a budget and currently cannot afford a sundown x8. I would need to purchase two of them as in running them on a dual 8 ported box. Suggestions appreciated
With either of these subs, you get more than you pay for. The motor on the SKAR is easily comparable to that of a 12-in subwoofer. However the motor on the sundown is easily comparable to most 15-in subwoofers. So keep in mind that sundown is more expensive because it offers a bigger motor with most subwoofers in car audio you are mainly paying for the motor
Gregory I found a 'new in box' CT Sounds BIO 15 on eBay, won it for 27 bucks put it in a hybrid folded horn/ported box I made and it was crazy loud! I had it on a VFL COMP 2K American Bass amp so it would occasionallylt peak near the 2000 watt mark and it then or was rated for less than 1000 mad (sorry I just can't recall I've had quite a few lately and they all gonna run together in my mind) but I eventually burned up the copper connection near the voice coil but I did everything to this sub that the manufacturer would likely tell you not to and it was an impressive sub. ESPECIALLY for the price point they sell for and for what I paid it was the best and I'll likely never get that kind of value for my money again. I'd say yes to CT Sounds anything! Good luck and keep me informed if you do! Good luck!
Both of those are not even close to the quality of DD audio. Here is a 6.5 sub comparison between DD and Memphis tinyurl.com/yydp4hh3 If you want a proper comparison to DD you have to go American Bass, DB Drive, etc. For larger subwoofers 10s and higher the competition field becomes very large and hard to find definitive winners.
Your "$150.00" category isn't even a fair comparison the sundown 8 retails for $300.00 & the skar is only $170.00!!! So the skar won before the challenge began!!! Your bench test the speaker isn't in a box!!! The 1000 watt rating isn't a free air rating!!! I have 2 zvx 8 powered by a 2000 watt skar amp & they take every bit of it like a boss!!! So if u have $$$$ to throw away by all means go sundown!!! On the other hand if u want the most bass for your $ the skar zvx are the way to go!!! I would luv to hear 2 of the sundowns 8s in a box & in a trunk to compare the 2!!!
BBH, my man! As always your videos are very extensive and in depth reviews. A++ I would love to find a good 'free-air' sub to save me some weight in my little speedster. I was loving the P3 15 I had but the box and sub were just too much weight considering I've taken Potter comforts out of her interior so I can't feel ok about adding to it like that when I'm doing without the luxuries like leather bank seat and door panels. You get me, when you're thinking about your next subwoofer shootout please give some thought to the 'infinite baffle' cousins to these quality subs... I know from past personal experience that a good sealed and strong baffle can make a subwoofer a real ground shaker. This was I've of my first builds in my first car but it was satisfying to watch people eat their words especially when they knew I was pushing 2 mtx 12's on a Punch 45! Lol.. I know the 'free-air' idea gets a lot of skepticism but it's all unwarranted when you come across a build where the concrete is off the free air design is maintained and the front and back waves are truly sealed off from reach other. Just an idea felt another bbh with tendencies for 'driving way too fast and seeking a good balance. I'ma keep watching these though, I'm waiting on that KO cause Mama's grocery getter needs a little knock too I'm thinking, and it's not winning any races so the winner here here may just end up rattling she milk and eggs in her trunk. Double thumbs my friend! 👍👍
If you think about it, most car factory setups are infinite baffle. I mean, the doors don't provide enough compression to be an actual enclosure. So, they us go. 😉💯
@@BudgetBassHead you're 100% on that one my friend, and that's what I'm hoping to be able to incorporate if I can. The factory location or at least the area they chose for subwoofer purposes.. is just like to get a broader range of sub bass and at a louder volume of I can. If not I'm thinking about going with a couple 6.5" subs.. I've seen a pair on UA-cam today hitting like 145 at pretty low frequency (I think it was in the high 30's or low 40's) but to me that's amazing! It was a 6th order box but still lol that's a fun project just to see it in action! Thanks for the quick responses! I've said it before but it's things like that that are gonna make you stand out. You're gonna make a name for yourself I know. Good luck!
I think Skar just uses a funky glue. Because mine stunk for the first week. Then were fine. Now they are good and broken in, taking 5800rms daily on 4 subs. Amps still have alot of headroom but I dont want to cook the subs. However Im about to go back to my trusty RE Audio XXX-18s. Those subs will easily take 6000 a piece.
I've have had two ZVX8 subs in my 350z for about 4 years now and they have been great although I want to move on to an SQ build in that car. Probably gonna build a new enclosure for them so I can drop them in my truck.
@@jerrylaguna990 The ZVX8s sound good for an SPL sub. They move so much that they can be a bit noisy below 35hz so not the best sound quality on the low lows. Their strong point is definitely the mid range 40-200hz. They are really good if you like a variety of music. There are better choices if you only listen to decaf.
@@c0c0asauce so for like lil jon type bass rap? old school e40 will they hit those lows? i no it depends on the box a lot i got a local to me selling 2 zv8’s and a Skar RP1500.1D amp all ina ported box think it’s a good deal?
@@compacheo603 I went and tested 1 of my ZVX8s just now in my garage on a RF300 punch. I Compared it back to back with a Rockford Fosgate 12" P2 which is obviously a totally different intended use but both are underpowered on this amp. The ZVX8 slaps way harder on Sideways and play with more authority on the higher bass notes in 1-Luv or Throw it up. I had my pair on an RP1500 as well and maybe I didn't have enough juice for the amp but I wasn't ever able to bottom them out so I'd say it's a safe setup but you might want to upgrade for a more powerful amp eventually. Do you know how many cubes the box is?
Based off experience I'd purchase the sundown. What I would like to see is the skar audio put to the test more. If it performs to let's say 2500 watts on a good burp test, like underrated sundowns have done... I'd easily purchase some because physically the skars look the par.
Everything about the x8v3 is better lol. I owned a zvx8 and will never recommend them. Gonna have two of the Dave Leib super spl x8v3s shortly. Find his posts about them on Facebook on his business page DL Designs. Get a subwoofer that's Ronnie Smith approved kiddos :)
You aren't being picky about the styrofoam situation. I ordered some American bass elite 12's from audio savings on eBay, and it was same Styrofoam Crap. I installed it at my shop at work, so I was able to use the airline to blow the shit out of the vent holes, and thank God I did cuz it was stuffed w Styrofoam. I probably woulda blew out soon as it saw that 2000 watts lol, but still... Not cool. So I 100% agree w you on that. We spend the money, we can be picky lol.
U start the test unfair due to the fact that the sundown was a used sub & already broke in!?! The skar audio sound totally different after an extensive break-in!!!
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I never knew Steve Harvey was such a Bass-Head!
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I'll take 8" subwoofers for $100, Steve
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Good video I thought this was steve harvey
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Lmmfao does sound alot like Harvey hahaha but good video
It’s not?
It is..just his part time job
I would take and spend a bit more and buy two of the scars.
Thank you for making this video. You answered each and every question I could possibly think of .
You are so welcome!
There's some funky things going on with the ZVX-8
when i measured one long ago the FS on the manual said it had a FS in the 90 hz range. Qts/Qes's were near 1.
I threw it on the DATS v3 and this basically confirmed it. hopefully they fixed things since then.
The sundown X8 is DEFINITELY my favorite 8" to use especially in compact spaces.
I have a X8 sundown as a Mid woofer in my SUV it sits in the center of my car and I also have a ZVX 15 Skar thats my main Subwoofer both are awesome subs!
Love what you do also appreciate your unbiased opinion.That’s some beefy ass 8 inch subs .Great video.
Dude! You have the closest thing to a scientific subwoofer channel on UA-cam! Great work!! Maybe get a mic to measure SPL at 1 meter to validate different drivers? Your test seems to show maximum excursion on the ZXV8 at around 28 Hz, which is much lower than what's listed on the website..
The one I recently got likes to flex hard at 40-50hz
Skar audio usually gets super hot and smells but after it’s broken in it won’t get warm at all and can take way more then the Rated power
Just unboxed a x8 v3 gotta say this thing is high quality. I've also owned Txl15 zvx 12 evl 15 and this is higher quality than skar that's why there's a premium. Yes it's the name but they got there name from being the best.
Thanks for the input 🤟
I have the x3 sundown hooked up to a JL Audio slash 1000/1 with 2 gauge wiring. It takes the power with ease. FYI my same amp blew 2 JL Audi 8w7s.
I cant pick honestly. Both great products and have great sound. Wanna say sundown because they are a little better but then you add in the price difference and id say they are equal imo.
That doesnt make sense. How does "a little better" offset "almost twice the cost?" "A little better" and "a little more expensive" would make them about equal...
The sundown can take 2500 watts rms daily its a beast compared to the skar
I put 2 1/2 times the rated RMS power to ZVX subs daily. They will handle the power just as good as Sundown for half the price.
I had 2 zvx 8s in a 386 spl box 5cft and tunable slot port. Box was made for 4 but 2 holes were plugged so I ran the 2 zvx in the box that was way oversized. I ran them on a Kicker ZX 1500.1 yes underpowered but the oversized box helped with that. Man that shit was so loud ppl thought I had 15s when I would pull up to the wash in my 03 Maxima. The look on their face when they asked what I had and I told them 2 8s. They thought I was talking about door speaker 8s lmfao
Wouldn't the subs act a lot different on the normal 2 ohm load than 4 ohm as far as testing goes? I know people normally run these at 2 or 1 ohm.
A more fair test would be the SA v3 8" vs the Skar Zvx 8".. still the SA would walk it
Don't think so
Naw skar ma 8 vs sa 8.....
SUNDOWN AUDIO ALL DAY BECAUSE OF THE POWER HANDLING LOOKS AND I HONESTLY BELIEVE THEY ARE BETTER BUILT AND USE BETTER QUALITY PARTS DON'T GET ME WRONG THOSE LITTLE SKAR ZVX THOSE ARE BEEFY TO BUT IN MY OPINION THERE NO MATCH FOR SUNDOWN AUDIO I SEEN SOME OF THEM WITH MY OWN EYES TAKE 3 TIMES THE POWER RATED BUT IM NOT SAYING THAT THEY CAN DO THAT FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME BUT I KNOW FOR SURE THAT THEY CAN TAKE DOUBLE THE POWER ALL DAY BUT I THING BOTH OF THEM ARE REALLY NICE PRODUCTS IM NOT SAYING I WOULD NEVER BUY A SKAR SUBWOOFER OR AMPLIFIER BUT MY FIRST CHOICE WOULD BE SUNDOWN AUDIO. SORRY FOR RAMBLING ON [☣✌💪🔈✌💪🔉✌💪🔊☣]
I’ve seen so many sundown subs being blown up due to them not being able to hand the power and the same setup being switched to skar audio and it being able to handle it just fine I started off with 2 skar 12s sdrs and I loved them but needed money and sold them and now I have 1 skar 12 vxf and I indeed love it I had a single 12 sundown in between that period and it blew up and my vxf is on the same setup and it wants more power
@@uhpixr This is such a bs comment. Sundown subs are ALL far superior to skrub subs. Skrub even went as far as trying to copy Sundown subs so they can sell as the same. However sundown owns the patents, and their parameters are far superior. Buy USA made, not China made!
@@Rightn2Parabola maybe all my friends who bought sundown got fucked up subwoofers from the shipping 🤷🏼♂️ but they kept the same amps switch to skar audio and the sub never blew
SKAR by far is the most budget sub for the $$$ for the same bang! The question is how long does SKAR vs Sundown last over time? It's depends on what type of amp the user used & with the correct settings without any audio clippings, the environments that its installed in with climate's freezing cold & scorching hot weather, and how the user maintain their audio system's maintenance overtime? I've heard many audio systems horror stories during last 25 years! As I'm installer myself I'm using a single SKAR Audio 12-D2 1600w 800w RMS 2ohm using a single ported box with SKAR Audio RP-1200.1D 1600w 800w RMS @ 2ohm mono amp!
I appreciate your detailing, do your thang!!!
Can you try to get ahold of the DD 2508f esp 8” sub and the B2 audio Rampage 8” sub.
Exactly the video I was looking for, you just gained a subscriber. Wanting to upgrade my SA 8 v2s and considering Skar ZVX 8, SA 8 v3, CT Sounds Meso 8, and Sundown Audio X8 v3. Thank you for this video!
Awesome, thank you!
Do u still have the SA V2 if u do and u want to sell it il buy it i kno this video is a few months old but can't hurt to try and c if u still have it [☣✌💪🔈✌💪🔉✌💪🔊☣]
Hell yea I'd love to put like 3 or 4 of these in my car, now I'm rocking a AB xfl 12 big ported box tuned on a rockford p1000bd and it pounds out hard makes my smile everyday
I just finished rocking the XFL-12. Got a video coming soon!
I have 2 Soundqubed hds208’s in a t-line and they SLAP!
What you have them in.
Look at how the leads stick out from the basket far enough to catch on the 7.5 inch mounting hole these go into. This much motor needs direct leads to prevent damage from mounting the subwoofer.
The sensitivity on the scar was about the same as the 🌞 down
Could you do more peerless STW videos please?
I would buy the skar that way I would have some extra cash for an amp
Rp1200 🔥🔥🔥
Then u end up with crap gear
@@sammy-ko6bs Ok this needs to stop! Enough with y'all "Know it all" when it comes to Auto Audio. Treat all Auto Audio the same weather you think it's shit or not. No one is forcing someone to buy the best or not the best. You like what you like and if it's crap? Then why do all these Audio company's Exist?! Then it's not for you or for someone else. You are not here to please anyone but yourself! Quit begging people because people like y'all are acting like Bullies!
Can you use this sub's daily or they are were made only for competition?
I had an SA-10 for a while that i loved. I'm now running 4 SA-6.5's which i also love, i needed a smaller box.
How would you compare the sound and spl difference?
I would buy another skar audio subwoofer..currently running two skar evl 12’ 4ohms on a skv2 2500.1D 🤟🏼 straight banging can’t beat the price.
Those Dayton amps are legit af bro 👌
very well put together video!!! very informational professional and straight to the point thank you!!!!
And thank you for the support 🤟
I'll take two skars hands down!!!!!! Not enough performance gain from the Sundown to justify the much higher price!!!
Good point
Hell I did few installs of the Skar ma 8s fir $89. They bang hard for the Money
Just cause of your review I actually ended up picking up 2 Skar Audio ZVX8's dual 4's instead of the Sundown 8. Thanks for the video 😉👍
How have they held up?
Great comparison video! Never tried 8” subs in my car yet. Built boxes for 1 12, 2 10s, 4 6.5s & 1 15, but I haven’t tried 8” subs….. maybe I’ll do 4 eights next time I get the urge to mess around. I greatly appreciate your work!
If you have a pick up then you probably would get these or 10s
I will take the skar! Two for the price of one.
I have a pair of SAV2D4’s,,,, my question is should they be in a ported box? Or sealed? The shop that installed this setup did my cut cab on my truck but left them in a sealed box..
Ported for sure . They will come alive in ported
What amp would you recommend for running 2 of either of these subs?
Just got Sundown sa10 rev3 d4 AND WAS REAL DISAPPOINTED when I turned it upside down and the magnet was completely blank, I Mean the smaller sub woofer shown here has its model number engraved on the bottom, so I just don’t understand why the company doesn’t do that with all of their sub woofers? Especially since it’s the only model identification on the sub, so without it all you know is the sub size? IT FAR EXCEEDS MY EXPECTATIONS for what a 10 inch subwoofer can achieve!!
Before I bought the Sundown X8 v3s I would say not worth it, but now that I own the x8 v3s for a few months, I think they are definitely worth the extra $.
Just installed the X8 V3 D2.
In a Skar Audio Kerf box.
Haven't got it broke in yet, so far at low volume I think it's gonna do pretty good
*Cry once, pay once*
How would I wire two of these in a box if my amp is capable of 1ohm? I have the the same as you
Aint no skar gonna hold up like a sundown...I have a zv5 12 thats rated for 2000 watts and I clamped it at 5680 watts at half ohm on a crescendo 4k running at 16 volts with some limitless lithium to run it I've never had a skar last this long on this kinda power I'd like to try the Skar DNR just to see how it holds up and its rated for 5000 watts so it should take it easy then ima strap my other crescendo to it and see if it can take double the power cause my sundown is almost triple the power its rated for right now and it loves it, it gets warm on the dust cap but I never smell it so I beat the breaks off of it, love these videos and sundown audio lol
Thanks for the support!
Check out masterwills channel , 4zvx15s on 4 skar 4500s .
I’ve got a ZVX-8 dual ohm wired to 1ohm 730watt rms ds18 powering it, I have to say I was pretty disappointed initially but now after a week of breaking it in, sounds way better than I would think before this I had a p3 12 and it was louder, but the Zvx-8 moves more air and does deeper lows
Been wanting to give it the full 900rms
Skar audio zvx8 come stiff afffff wait a week and there banging I had one in a custom box
George Parmer I thought the speaker was messed up of how stiff it was I was like no way it’s normal lol turns out it’s just a stiff speaker .
Will the sundown x series be louder then my zvx that I have in my truck now
Much louder and a lot more clean. The zvx actually had a dirty sound to me. I got rid of it and still own the Sundown.
went ahead and purchased the zvx-8 after watching this video and a few others many times lol.. will get a second zvx-8 after some time passes by..
Where'd he get that app
On his tablet?
I have 2 Zvx8 and 2 evl8 and both bang hard. I know sundown are great subs and all but I'd rather pay for product and not the middle man.
What do you mean by that? I’m genuinely curious. I’m about to purchase 2 Zvx8 and I’m super indecisive on whether or not to go with sundown. Is worth the difference? Or am I just paying for a name? A hype? Hence why I. Asking what you mean. I appreciate your feedback.
@@jerrylaguna990 I dont know if its a good thing or a bad thing that its so easy to recone sundown subs lol
Man you sound like Steve Harvey brother lol
Have you noticed that all of a sudden there’s this big boom in audio and all these new brands are poping up everywhere.
Hey a quick question, I got a JL W7AE-3 12” in my civic and had an option to change to Sundown’s SA-8 V.3 D4 dual 4 ohms subs. Should I keep my W7 or change to the sundowns? Thanks in advance! Btw just subbed so I might even consider getting whatever is the winner of this vid. Never finished it yet aha
The skar is more in line with the sundown SA 8 V3. I have 6 of those wired down to .67 on a 5000 watt amp. Takes the power like a champ on those as well
Not seal friendly at all for the zvx 8 😂
There is a new 8” sub from Skar Audio its a skar audio evl 8
Zvx is better than evl
The EVL and ZVX are literally
Like $10 difference.
I’ll just pay the $10 and get the ZVX
They perform different from each other the evl is more efficient and doesn't need as much power as the zvx and the sound quality is different that's why I wanted the review on it
I would get the zvx over the evl tho I 100% agree with that but keep that in mind the zvx 8 and evl 8 are different from each other and some people might wanna save that $10 to put towards the amp and everything else
Speaking from someone who has/is bumping both. The Sundown does what ( lore ) says and pounds, but it has its limits as it seems to sound better in all ranges, but only so loud.
The Skar is like a rock, and handled properly it can take some seriouse watts and not skip a beat. But in its recommended enclosure it does sound muddier than the Sundown. In a custom box though it's a completely differant story, the Skar takes it hands down in all category's.. get 2 for the price of 1 Sundown and you will crack a windshield In a custom box and sound good doing it. P.s the Skar has a long break in period. It is stiff for up to a month of playtime.
Great tips 👍
I've always enjoy JL Audio products I recently tried some skar audio subs I've heard so much about Sundown Audio and seen a lot of videos on Sundown Audio so I ended up selling the skar subs and I ended up getting sundown and by far the Sundown Subs can handle more and I personally believe they hit the lows and hit harder then the skar audios. But for the price skar audio is not a bad product. Personally I like my DD audio 8 inch subs my personal opinion they are better than Sundown and skar audio as far as how they sound don't get me wrong with Sundowns hit really hard and get the lows but the DD audio's have the best of both worlds SQ and SPL when you want it.
I'm blank. Can you tell me what brand DD stands for? You have my attention
I think it's Digital Designs, but I can be wrong.
@@BudgetBassHead Apreciate your timely response sir. Have you ever encounter thus manufactures products to agree/disagree with what he, himself believes anyway, to have any merit or validity? Just curious on your thoughts before I take time out to look into his claim. Thanks again for what you do. You had me vacuumed in, upon watching the first video I seen you in. Very well articulated teachings it was about Bandpass methodology. Just now finished my first, Passive Radiator build. Utilizing a, JL 12W6V3D4 w/ 2 Dayton 12PR's powered by a SVS 2000's Amp Board. After having to add two (2) extra weights on top of the SIX (6), that came with each of the 12" Dayton PR's... It surprisingly out performs much nicer than my Klipsch sw15 that wasnt really doing it for me. Well until I Frankenstein'd, Parts Express' SPA1000 Amp into the ass of it. Getting chatty now. So let me finish by SAYING.... Learning from you some key speaker/sub dynamic understanding. I removing the 12" ULTIMAX from the build upon disappointment upon completion and incorporating the JL. Thank you. Was not expecting the result. Keep drivin man and don't stop. Except for a lady once in a while. Doing great.
Yes it's Digital Design and they are a bit superior especially there 8's they rule the 8" market. But a good ol JL w7 is my go to lol
@@winstonpratt604 hey I have a JL W7 in my trunk rn lol my boys wants it back and he’s offering to give me SD SA-8 V.3 D4 4-ohm sub. Should I keep the W7 or take the SD? Honestly the bass on the w7 is crazy but idkI want to hear your opinion. Thanks!
Hey man i was just hoping you could tell me which sub to go with… im going with with either the sundown x12 or the skar zvx12. I have a gately 2.25 enclosure tuned to 36 hz. In your opinion which is the best bet for sound in that case?? Also i dont mind spending the extra money but is it worth it? Thanks for any help you can throw my way
I have a Sundown SA-8 D2 V3 running at 1ohm on a Skar RP800.1D, which has been dyno'd in excess of 900w rms, I daily that SA-8, which is rated for "500w rms", daily at over 800w in my 89 baby DeVille....it doesn't care, it doesn't get warm, it just gets low. I was going to go with 2 of their U-10'S but stupidly wanted as much room left in my trunk as possible....I never use the space lol, so this summer I'm looking at grabbing a pair of 10s or 12s, but that single SA-8 gets down, trunk is just a bit too large and completely sealed so I'm thinking of upgrading. People still think I'm running a pair of 10s in the trunk with that single 8 though.
SSA Audio has a beefy 8in that I'm thinking about getting
Skar is garbage in my point of view never had good luck with them had two 8s in my fox body they lasted a month I upgraded to two 8 sundown handle a lot more sound a lot better like the old saying you get what you pay for
I have 3 zvxv2 18s, I got them for $380 each, I like their power handling, w4500 at .67 ohms, I'm sure they could handle a 9k, I believe the sun downs are also more expensive at this size, so it depends if you want want to pay more for them
Hey bro. The CT sounds meso 8 will fit perfect in this class. It's 800 watt rms, and $200. I just had my birthday and got a full system for my ride. I about got the vfl 8 from American bass, but didn't fit the budget. I had just 600 bucks. I got a double din head unit, two amps, two 4 gauge wiring kits, hushmat, two pair of Orion xtr four inch, 0 gauge for big 3, 8 gauge for the sub, prefabbed box, and American bass xd 1044. So I got a bit of work ahead.
Wow. You got a lot for $600 💵 Sounds like you got a great Birthday build coming 🎉
Yeah but ct sounds is garbage, garbage build, garbage customer service.
I cant wait until you get up to the ZVX-12v2. They may be my next set of subs, the specs are perfect for the cost ratio.
I'd like to see a face off of the ZVXv2 12, Fi Q 12, Sundown U12 or X12, and maybe an American Bass Xmaxx 12
I've got 2 EVL 12s with a RP2000.1 (will be getting a second RP2000 in this week), along with some SK6.5s and FSK6.5s in my doors powered by a RP75.4AB.
It sounds better than expected, I've had Rockford, Alpine and Orions throughout my life and I've always wanted some Sundown subs...but Skar is like the cheaper version of Sundown - everything you want out of Sundown for half the cost. I cant wait for the second RP2000 to arrive, I'm excited to see what it does with a bit more power. I'll have to strap the Amos or just run them at 2ohms individually (I've got D4 EVLs), which isnt optimal but it's better than spending almost $700 and over powering them with a SK-4500 or getting the same performance with a RP3500.1.
If you have suggestions, lay them on me.
FYI, Ive already got OFC 0g Big 3, 250a Mech Man Alt, and a Full Throttle FT680-48 AGM Battery
You got a pretty good plan. However, the RP2000 isn't strappable. But you can wire both subs, individually, in parallel and get each sun to 2 ohms. Then connect them in parallel, with a final on load of 1 ohms. You may have already done this. However the reason I went with the Audiopipe 2000.1d over the RP 2000 by Skar Audio is because the RP series 2000.1 was not strappable. Still a great amp though 🤟
No way kemosobby the u series and the x series sundown will absolutely kill the zvx...have you not seen Derek at sundown audio he runs the u series subs 4 of them on 6 scv 7500.. 🤣🤣 bro you need to watch sundown unofficial channel on UA-cam and you'll see sundown ina whole new way...cheap subs is like buying off brand cereal it looks the same but it don't taste the same
@@BudgetBassHead I appreciate the heads up, the reason I thought it could be strapped because its shown in the manual (page 6) that comes with the amp (it doesnt mention that the RP2000.1D cannot be strapped. So I assumed it could.
I will run them @2ohms for now, atleast until I can get my hands on a RP3500.1, thank you for the response and keep up the amazing work my man - I love listening while Im working.
You live in NC?
Hey bro I have the current option to stick with my budget dual sdr 8 $59.99 retail skars at 350 rms.. or to get one sundown x8.. which should I do?
Go with surface area. 2 subs move more air than one sub.
@@BudgetBassHead already decided to go with just the bigger skar zvx-8 for now.. don't really want to cut my current box up to make a second hole lol
I have a 8" zvx in a jeep Wrangler Rio grande. Everytime I crank it I have to prove to people that it's only a single 8
Thanks again, about to do my 🚚
great video....i think they both did an amazing job im looking at the skar svr-8 .and thinking of buying 6 to 8 of them for my hometheater...what do you think..?...on a tight budget lol
Just remember, with lower frequencies, surface area is more important. a weaker, cheaper 15 inch sub will outperform 3 smaller, more expensive subs... generally speaking.
@@BudgetBassHead ok thank you
@@BudgetBassHead I have 2 skar svr 10” , will getting 2 8” zvx perform better or would the svr hit better since there bigger ?
@@juan_f150 surface area is King always go with the larger diameter subwoofer if you have space for it the smaller subwoofer would need a tremendous amount of x-max or mechanical throw to compete with a larger diameter subwoofer.
!!the X8 ill take sir!!
any one know if I can fix a skar audio zvx8 with a sundown recone kit? if can can you tell which one shoul I buy?
Many factors are involved. Length of subwoofer cone spider rubber surround voice coil would have to be literally identical in measurement because I believe these Subs are made with very tight tolerance. First see if the voice coil diameter is the same next see the measurement of Excursion to see if you have the proper clearance. Just look at each one and do a comparison on the measurements. That should lead you to a Direction if it's feasible or not.
Can we say that this applies to the 10” 12” 15” and 18” also ?
Only if the motor and soft parts are the same materials.
2 zvx8 it is a budget build right?
I appreciate your videos and information! I have an '03 Avalanche that I wanna put subs in, two (12s). I am on a budget, but I would like your opinion on what type of woofers and amp. I was was thinking of the American Bass XFL, but have no idea on the amp. I would want an amp probably under $400. Again, what's your opinion?
I’m running 2 Skar SVR 12s on a RP2000.1D in a elantra. It slams, but sounds clean at the same time. Both subs are 260 together and the amp was 240
Yes. You pay for what you get. There’s no free lunch in this world. Sundown all day
Nice slate table!!
Do the skar ddx12 review
I think he did
Where are the box tests ? Is there a link
The box yesterday are next 😉
China vs China
What subs or speakers are made in North America anymore?
@@denseleit nemesis
Are these stitches real, or like car dashboards? lOL I had to ask!! AB amps have more headroom for the taxing.
The stitching is real. These companies are reputable.
I honestly can only afford the skar. Does anyone ready this think it’s worth me buying it? I’ve heard mixed reviews. I’ve heard it’s a good sub for the price but cheap motor parts. I’ve heard they draw the line with skar and do not buy. I’ve also heard they’re great and to buy one. I’ve heard nothing but great things about sundown but as I mentioned i am on a budget and currently cannot afford a sundown x8. I would need to purchase two of them as in running them on a dual 8 ported box. Suggestions appreciated
With either of these subs, you get more than you pay for. The motor on the SKAR is easily comparable to that of a 12-in subwoofer. However the motor on the sundown is easily comparable to most 15-in subwoofers. So keep in mind that sundown is more expensive because it offers a bigger motor with most subwoofers in car audio you are mainly paying for the motor
I want to hear act sounds Meso, Memphis mojo 6, DD, etc.
Gregory I found a 'new in box' CT Sounds BIO 15 on eBay, won it for 27 bucks put it in a hybrid folded horn/ported box I made and it was crazy loud! I had it on a VFL COMP 2K American Bass amp so it would occasionallylt peak near the 2000 watt mark and it then or was rated for less than 1000 mad (sorry I just can't recall I've had quite a few lately and they all gonna run together in my mind) but I eventually burned up the copper connection near the voice coil but I did everything to this sub that the manufacturer would likely tell you not to and it was an impressive sub. ESPECIALLY for the price point they sell for and for what I paid it was the best and I'll likely never get that kind of value for my money again. I'd say yes to CT Sounds anything! Good luck and keep me informed if you do! Good luck!
Note that I just told you about my CT sub and I used to live in Memphis and sold Memphis product for a living. Good stuff, just pricey.
Thanks for the insight!
Both of those are not even close to the quality of DD audio. Here is a 6.5 sub comparison between DD and Memphis tinyurl.com/yydp4hh3 If you want a proper comparison to DD you have to go American Bass, DB Drive, etc. For larger subwoofers 10s and higher the competition field becomes very large and hard to find definitive winners.
hippo potamus I have 2 American Bass XFL 12 on a sonido mask 3k. They pound. Your rite about the new mojo 6.5. They burn out.
I'll happy with my DD 1508....you get what you pay for.... everybody's got there preference....
well its DD soooo lol
Your "$150.00" category isn't even a fair comparison the sundown 8 retails for $300.00 & the skar is only $170.00!!! So the skar won before the challenge began!!! Your bench test the speaker isn't in a box!!! The 1000 watt rating isn't a free air rating!!! I have 2 zvx 8 powered by a 2000 watt skar amp & they take every bit of it like a boss!!! So if u have $$$$ to throw away by all means go sundown!!! On the other hand if u want the most bass for your $ the skar zvx are the way to go!!! I would luv to hear 2 of the sundowns 8s in a box & in a trunk to compare the 2!!!
Sho nuff the truth!
Right now in jan 2023 for the sundown x8 is $278 and the Skar zvx8 is $143. So pretty much the sundown is double the price of skar.
BBH, my man! As always your videos are very extensive and in depth reviews. A++ I would love to find a good 'free-air' sub to save me some weight in my little speedster. I was loving the P3 15 I had but the box and sub were just too much weight considering I've taken Potter comforts out of her interior so I can't feel ok about adding to it like that when I'm doing without the luxuries like leather bank seat and door panels. You get me, when you're thinking about your next subwoofer shootout please give some thought to the 'infinite baffle' cousins to these quality subs... I know from past personal experience that a good sealed and strong baffle can make a subwoofer a real ground shaker. This was I've of my first builds in my first car but it was satisfying to watch people eat their words especially when they knew I was pushing 2 mtx 12's on a Punch 45! Lol.. I know the 'free-air' idea gets a lot of skepticism but it's all unwarranted when you come across a build where the concrete is off the free air design is maintained and the front and back waves are truly sealed off from reach other. Just an idea felt another bbh with tendencies for 'driving way too fast and seeking a good balance. I'ma keep watching these though, I'm waiting on that KO cause Mama's grocery getter needs a little knock too I'm thinking, and it's not winning any races so the winner here here may just end up rattling she milk and eggs in her trunk. Double thumbs my friend! 👍👍
If you think about it, most car factory setups are infinite baffle. I mean, the doors don't provide enough compression to be an actual enclosure. So, they us go. 😉💯
@@BudgetBassHead you're 100% on that one my friend, and that's what I'm hoping to be able to incorporate if I can. The factory location or at least the area they chose for subwoofer purposes.. is just like to get a broader range of sub bass and at a louder volume of I can. If not I'm thinking about going with a couple 6.5" subs.. I've seen a pair on UA-cam today hitting like 145 at pretty low frequency (I think it was in the high 30's or low 40's) but to me that's amazing! It was a 6th order box but still lol that's a fun project just to see it in action! Thanks for the quick responses! I've said it before but it's things like that that are gonna make you stand out. You're gonna make a name for yourself I know. Good luck!
You ever think about doing any deaf bonce??
They are on the top 10 list.
I think Skar just uses a funky glue. Because mine stunk for the first week. Then were fine. Now they are good and broken in, taking 5800rms daily on 4 subs. Amps still have alot of headroom but I dont want to cook the subs. However Im about to go back to my trusty RE Audio XXX-18s. Those subs will easily take 6000 a piece.
Can you do the addictive audio excrusi8
I've have had two ZVX8 subs in my 350z for about 4 years now and they have been great although I want to move on to an SQ build in that car. Probably gonna build a new enclosure for them so I can drop them in my truck.
How do they sound ??
@@jerrylaguna990 The ZVX8s sound good for an SPL sub. They move so much that they can be a bit noisy below 35hz so not the best sound quality on the low lows. Their strong point is definitely the mid range 40-200hz. They are really good if you like a variety of music. There are better choices if you only listen to decaf.
@@c0c0asauce thanks for the tip bro.
@@c0c0asauce so for like lil jon type bass rap? old school e40 will they hit those lows? i no it depends on the box a lot i got a local to me selling 2 zv8’s and a Skar RP1500.1D amp all ina ported box think it’s a good deal?
@@compacheo603 I went and tested 1 of my ZVX8s just now in my garage on a RF300 punch. I Compared it back to back with a Rockford Fosgate 12" P2 which is obviously a totally different intended use but both are underpowered on this amp. The ZVX8 slaps way harder on Sideways and play with more authority on the higher bass notes in 1-Luv or Throw it up. I had my pair on an RP1500 as well and maybe I didn't have enough juice for the amp but I wasn't ever able to bottom them out so I'd say it's a safe setup but you might want to upgrade for a more powerful amp eventually.
Do you know how many cubes the box is?
I have a question for u my friend which would u choose SKAR AUDIO are SUNDOWN AUDIO [☣✌💪🔈✌💪🔉✌💪🔊☣]
Based off experience I'd purchase the sundown. What I would like to see is the skar audio put to the test more. If it performs to let's say 2500 watts on a good burp test, like underrated sundowns have done... I'd easily purchase some because physically the skars look the par.
Everything about the x8v3 is better lol. I owned a zvx8 and will never recommend them. Gonna have two of the Dave Leib super spl x8v3s shortly. Find his posts about them on Facebook on his business page DL Designs. Get a subwoofer that's Ronnie Smith approved kiddos :)
Sundowns be dancing like crazyyy
Yo it's Steve Harvey 😳😭
Now, I know I’m not the only one that likes subs and indoor plants. So make a indoor plant video.
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Skar all day good product use the vvx 8v3 in my blazer they slap hard...
They haven’t ripped on the surround yet? Because mines did and it was in a sealed box
@@Icebreaker9 mine lasted 1 year at double the rms befor the surrond ripped.
@@Icebreaker9 no I run mine in a ported box and no issues
You aren't being picky about the styrofoam situation. I ordered some American bass elite 12's from audio savings on eBay, and it was same Styrofoam Crap. I installed it at my shop at work, so I was able to use the airline to blow the shit out of the vent holes, and thank God I did cuz it was stuffed w Styrofoam. I probably woulda blew out soon as it saw that 2000 watts lol, but still... Not cool. So I 100% agree w you on that. We spend the money, we can be picky lol.
Well stated!
I believe most of these brands come from the same place and some these brands just want to make it look as if the higher priced items are better.
No replacement for displacement two 8s will always win
U start the test unfair due to the fact that the sundown was a used sub & already broke in!?! The skar audio sound totally different after an extensive break-in!!!
I agree.. for most subs change