Building a Small Subwoofer - Plays down to 33Hz!! - by SoundBlab

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  • Опубліковано 28 лис 2024

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  • @SoundBlab
    @SoundBlab  5 років тому +59

    You can get this driver and passive radiator bundle by contacting Tang Band directly through their website at www.tb-speaker.com

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +2

      They will reply if you make an enquiry.

    • @downloadforlife
      @downloadforlife 4 роки тому +2

      Good morning, I wanted to know if it was possible to buy the subwoofer of the video, that is, already fully assembled and red.
      Color is important, as I should combine it with the speakers that I already have and which are precisely red.
      If possible to buy it I would be interested to know the final price, including shipping costs, I live in Italy.
      I await welcome feedback
      Thank you
      Best regards
      Simone

    • @indyola1
      @indyola1 4 роки тому +2

      @@catji9266 it IS listed at PE for preorder. delivery in 90-120 days. Minimum qty 200 pieces.

    • @DJNITROALLY
      @DJNITROALLY 4 роки тому +1

      So how much did customs charge for you to ship that in s.a

    • @EuroNiceguy
      @EuroNiceguy 4 роки тому +2

      SoundBlab I did enquire sometime ago and wanted to purchase on commercial quantities as we run a car audio business.
      We wanted to develop innovative speaker systems which would have knocked a lot of socks off, but they refused us because the quantities were not high enough.
      I still have the designs, but no cooperation...

  • @RowynOfficial
    @RowynOfficial 5 років тому +717

    That passive radiator looks like a fan.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +29

      It does a bit 😉

    • @zezex3116
      @zezex3116 5 років тому +35

      Wait thats a radiator?
      Damm i thout it was a fan.

    • @RowynOfficial
      @RowynOfficial 5 років тому +4

      DJ PUMP i did to at first 😂

    • @Isthatchicken01
      @Isthatchicken01 5 років тому +5

      It kinda did from the thumbnail

    • @RowynOfficial
      @RowynOfficial 5 років тому

      Thanks for all the likes🙂

  • @d00msay3r3
    @d00msay3r3 5 років тому +244

    Tang Bang if you're reading this you need to get with a company and make a complete kit with knockdown box for those of us too lazy, too busy, or too dumb to do it all by ourselves!!

    • @morilucas6360
      @morilucas6360 5 років тому +7

      Well said bro totally agree with you

    • @RWL2012
      @RWL2012 5 років тому +15

      Tang Band, not "Tang Bang"

    • @d00msay3r3
      @d00msay3r3 5 років тому +3

      @@RWL2012 and that really matters why? can you explain the difference between a Tang Bang and a Tang Band to me? Didn't think so.

    • @shadowr2d2
      @shadowr2d2 5 років тому +3

      I do like the *(Whole Kit Idea). It could be in simple wood, & or some plastic parts. So the user - us. Could pain it to our heart's desire. Awesome video.

    • @daviazdiaz341
      @daviazdiaz341 5 років тому +1

      Q canciones son esas

  • @actontreadway1168
    @actontreadway1168 4 роки тому +166

    I am a big fan of that passive radiator.

  • @h1ries604
    @h1ries604 5 років тому +91

    Tracklist at end of video
    17:09 Ramzoid - Canada
    17:35 Johna - Meteor
    18:10 Patrick Patrikios - One Night Away

  • @erictheboringone5292
    @erictheboringone5292 5 років тому +37

    I like how you used the CA glue with a quick spray of accelerator on the opposite piece for initial attachment.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +5

      Cool trick!

    • @Heisenbrick
      @Heisenbrick 5 років тому

      That stuff is amazing I use it for woodworking as well

  • @quinorodriguez3827
    @quinorodriguez3827 4 роки тому +5

    I didn't come here for the tutorial, I don't have professional grade tools
    I came here for the entertainment in watching snug fit assembly and rounded edges. And 33Hz bass.

  • @HaimPeretz
    @HaimPeretz 5 років тому +21

    Also the red-black for this subwoofer is dope!

  • @carwashgaming3727
    @carwashgaming3727 4 роки тому +2

    i just love it when the bass radiator goes absolutely mental while the sub almost doesnt move at all

    • @FreezingOasis
      @FreezingOasis 4 роки тому

      The radiator is just like a hypeman for a rapper

    • @carwashgaming3727
      @carwashgaming3727 4 роки тому

      Same with my sound system. There is lots of bass with the littlelest movement from the sub. Really efficient driver i guess. 6.5" 220w unit. Sl8yg soundbar btw

  • @DavidBeukes
    @DavidBeukes 4 роки тому

    I was like 99% sure you were South African, and then I saw the Game catalogue.
    Love your work, man, keep it up.

  • @ThomasWinders
    @ThomasWinders 5 років тому +52

    The last touch: Stick a round "dB" logo on the middle of the passive radiator.

  • @dkerlee
    @dkerlee 4 роки тому +1

    I also like the wet sand on the coat of spray paint. I hadn't thought that would make it shine like that, but turned out nice!

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      Thanks man! If I had more time I could do more paint layers and wet sanding for an even better finish, but time is money...

  • @Davidslabofficial
    @Davidslabofficial 5 років тому +34

    Mind blowing cutting and assemble skills iam speechless
    Welldone

  • @umadbroyolo8413
    @umadbroyolo8413 5 років тому +52

    I know a South African accent when I hear one.

  • @Rose.Of.Hizaki
    @Rose.Of.Hizaki 4 роки тому +1

    Watching you build this, really makes me wish i made a 2.1 speaker set for a project at school rather than a hifi cabinet that i did. I didnt dream big enough.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому +3

      There is always next time! Every time we try something new, we learn something and can improve on it when we try again.

    • @Rose.Of.Hizaki
      @Rose.Of.Hizaki 4 роки тому

      HA! unfortunately im in my 30s now and dont possess the tools or access to a workshop that would allow me to make such things! After leaving school i went to college to study IT but left carpentry as a backup option as I enjoyed that a hell of a lot and was half decent at it.
      I never did get to studying carpentry as i spent too many years reading the books for IT. Its never to late to learn but time and money is not something i have huge amounts of 😜
      Its the path that i have chosen

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому +1

      I hear you. Time always seems to be the limiting factor.

  • @Gcrilla
    @Gcrilla 5 років тому

    People are quick to point out the smallest thing, that can be considered negative, amazing build I really would like it hear it in person.

  • @NBC_NCO
    @NBC_NCO 2 роки тому

    What a cool little box. Perfect for a under the desk computer sound system.

  • @CeeStyleDj
    @CeeStyleDj 4 роки тому +1

    A long time ago I bought a little inexpensive 2.1 sound system meant to connect to your TV or video game console. I believe it has a three (3) inch woofer but the box was a pretty decent size ( relative to the woofer that is) I was impressed with the amount of bass that it gave off. It was actually great for a bedroom. It probably better suited for a desktop computer setting though.

  • @saardean4481
    @saardean4481 3 роки тому

    I admire your craftsmanship and endurance. That being said,, What a pain in the ass form for the drivers. As if it is build to make your life hard

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Yeah, these square drivers are a bit of a pain to work with.

  • @EstosWebos
    @EstosWebos 5 років тому +37

    I thought for sure that radiator was some kind of cooling fan

    • @whatcher8151
      @whatcher8151 4 роки тому

      lol haven't laugh out LOUD this big in forever, thxs for the healing!

    • @skylar4941
      @skylar4941 4 роки тому

      Same

  • @MrHankulley
    @MrHankulley 4 роки тому

    What a job... Astonished. The paintjob is very very nice. You're very good at what you do.

  • @quinorodriguez3827
    @quinorodriguez3827 4 роки тому

    The most satisfying part in the video 11:44
    I watch for this. Every. Time.

  • @carlfranz6805
    @carlfranz6805 4 роки тому +10

    Is it possible to do a sweep test to demostrates how the sub actually performs?

  • @maddoxinc1642
    @maddoxinc1642 2 роки тому

    I have a little space under the rear seats of my truck. I really want to make a slim box that would use a couple of these drivers. I don't need crazy levels of bass, just need to fill in the flat sound in my truck now.

  • @starsun7455
    @starsun7455 2 роки тому +1

    It would be nice if a similar effect could be achieved by making the enclosure with a shallow depth while maintaining the cabinet volume at 3L.

  • @VicOrlando
    @VicOrlando 5 років тому +4

    YES!!!! Radiator builds are fantastic and adjusting the weight of the radiator can make quick changes. EarthQuake Audio has perfected this technology very well. responses are great but amplitude is key ;-)

  • @rickc2222
    @rickc2222 5 років тому +1

    Cute sub, and your workmanship is so excellent! I hate to say anything negative.....but.... its a 4" driver. I bet it sounds impressive at low volumes, but I really doubt it would satisfy a lot of us who like to turn up the tunes once in a while. For similar pricing you could drive a low cost tpa3116 class d sub amp (100w@2ohms) into a dual 6 or 8" ported sub at and get some real chest pounding bass. I am currently playing with different designs and am finding a single 8" subwoofer insufficient for my pc setup in a somewhat average bedroom - again just for the odd time i want to crank up the tunes to higher volumes. Moving up to a compact 10" or dual 8" or maybe a 12" even...nothing beats the displacement of a larger driver. I am looking forward to your sound test though - maybe i'll be pleasantly surprised and proven wrong lol.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      Thanks man! Sure, I hear you. However, the size is a bonus if you are looking for something this small. Any 6 or 8 inch driver will require a much larger enclosure. I suppose it depends on your needs at the end of the day.

  • @yankis.
    @yankis. 2 роки тому

    The finish is flawless! It looks machined

  • @rickbogan4631
    @rickbogan4631 3 роки тому

    It would be nice if your videos and site gave the basic outside dimensions of your speaker builds.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the feedback 👊

  • @Len_M.
    @Len_M. 5 років тому +1

    You probably want to use some calking on all the inside joints, and gaskets on the driver/radiator. Experiment with some Polyfill and you might get even better output as well.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      My glue joints seem to be holding up well, but extra calking should not hurt. The PR and driver both have gaskets already attached. Maybe it was not clear in the video. I still want to experiment with polyfill and extra weight on the PR.

    • @Gcrilla
      @Gcrilla 5 років тому

      Do you see the clearances on that speaker and PR? No way air leakage in a factor in them.

  • @ИнтереснаяИнформация-у5з

    I really like your build, especially that you make enclosure between AMP and SUBs by MDF pannel. Saw that very rarelly, even for huge subs. Even pro audio companies like Genelec ignores that, at least in their aluminium monitors.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      Thanks

    • @johng6673
      @johng6673 5 років тому +1

      A reason the amp is not separate is to allow cooling of the amp components. If you notice, most manufactured subs will have a port near the amp so the air cools the amp as it passes. This option becomes dangerous for high volume continuous loads as their is zero cooling for the amp without external heatsinks. Of course in theory, a separate encloser can reduce vibration to components, but in all reality, with enough volume it's better to have cooling then run components near the solder melting point or glue melting point and still have vibration regardless of separation. Plus you loose less volume without the separate encloser as well, and in many cases, size does matter for locations.

  • @Warhawk76
    @Warhawk76 3 роки тому +1

    Seriously considering getting the drivers, modeling the suggested box, and printing it on my Creality CR-10. Could be a fun project!

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, think thats a great idea!

    • @gmeardi
      @gmeardi 3 роки тому

      I’ve no access to wood tools, while I’ve an FDM as well (and potantially a glowforge laser cutter 42W)... Might you share the project? Would the plastic enclosure sound well? Any material sounds differently...

  • @CarRepairsMadeSimple
    @CarRepairsMadeSimple 5 років тому +1

    Nice build! I'm gonna be building a ported Bluetooth soundbar and was planning on using this subwoofer. I'm excited to build it and can't wait to hear it! Very impressive specs for only a 4.5-inch driver!

    • @arjangriend4801
      @arjangriend4801 5 років тому +1

      Try W3-2108 in a 5 liter box tuned to 32.5 hz

  • @Dynaolsson
    @Dynaolsson 4 роки тому +2

    i wonder how 3 of theese, one 4" midrange and a tweeter would fare in a taller floorstanding speaker? kind of like the system audio Ranger's i once had, those speakers went DEEP and was "punched in the gut quick" with ultra long throw 4" speakers. jawdropping speakers tbh, hate the fact i sold them.

  • @gabrielvieira6529
    @gabrielvieira6529 5 років тому +1

    Nice build, impressive that you can hear down to 33hz

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +1

      Thanks!

    • @droidzhunterz6861
      @droidzhunterz6861 5 років тому

      You just insulted the man!

    • @jismo7
      @jismo7 2 роки тому

      33Hz is only around bottom C on a piano so easy to hear it.

  • @mantenbrink
    @mantenbrink 4 роки тому +19

    not sure if it is the microphone used at the end but the bass sounds kinda distorted and "can" like

  • @mannine99
    @mannine99 5 років тому +1

    im not changing my double BMS 18N862´s for this, but thank you youtube for checking this out

  • @FOH3663
    @FOH3663 4 роки тому +1

    Nice, new subscriber here.
    No idea if it's possible, however I believe I would have explored placing the passive radiator on the bottom ... assuring adequate clearance etc.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      Hi, welcome! That is certainly an option. Although, some drivers and PRs have shown a tendency to sag when mounted on the bottom of an enclosure. Personally however, I have not experienced this so far in any of my builds with bottom mount drivers.

  • @wizard44
    @wizard44 4 роки тому +1

    How does this really perform? is it a true frequency response down to 33hz?

  • @StaticVapour590
    @StaticVapour590 5 років тому +18

    I though it was a fan on the side of a weird box when i saw the thumbnail without reading the title

  • @marmax2437
    @marmax2437 4 роки тому

    A really clever way you use different types of glue

  • @sn0rbaard
    @sn0rbaard 5 років тому

    This popped into my recommended feed and I immediately recognised your accent. Loved the build and would like to try something like this, wonder how it will compare to my PSB Subseries 100. Cheers from another Cape Townian.

  • @Gotenham
    @Gotenham 5 років тому +1

    Inset controls would have been the cherry on a great project

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      I know right, I ran out of time and got a bit lazy...

  • @TheSilentWonder
    @TheSilentWonder 10 місяців тому

    Impressive for such a little bitty driver!

  • @FurryFablesUniverse
    @FurryFablesUniverse 5 років тому

    Very good video to show an idea.

  • @daanhamer4172
    @daanhamer4172 5 років тому

    Thats an interesting passive radiator

  • @craigenputtock
    @craigenputtock 4 роки тому

    You're a talented builder. I wish I knew how to do that.

  • @joserobertodiazbetancourt6168
    @joserobertodiazbetancourt6168 3 роки тому

    Maybe si a good idea for the New Onésimo in this world of the audio that you explain in a video what is a passive radiator and why to use it

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  3 роки тому

      A passive radiator acts very similar to a bass port. It is tuned to a specific frequency, same as a bass port, but it eliminates the typical noise that is associated with a bass port.

  • @brentspellmeyer8943
    @brentspellmeyer8943 4 роки тому

    Are nails and glue really necessary for the template. Dont get me wrong I like to glue things my favorite is ca and accelerator especially for when I cut myself working

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      I've had too many templates slip out from under me just to ruin a panel and have to start all over.

  • @Veveve1
    @Veveve1 4 роки тому

    How did it sound?

  • @adamvoorhies6042
    @adamvoorhies6042 5 років тому

    That is totally awesome but cutting out those non circular speaker and radiator cutouts takes some router skills. Using a router is not as easy as it looks I have f-ed up a lot of wood learning how to use one. I am impressed with jig he built as I was wondering how did those perfect cutouts. I would still end up wasting an entire sheet of mdf to build this little guy.

  • @masterofnone7823
    @masterofnone7823 5 років тому +3

    thanks for affirming my suspicions of your accent being from South Africa , after seeing the game paper ;-)

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +2

      LOL. A dead giveaway that Game paper!

    • @danielkruger6777
      @danielkruger6777 5 років тому +1

      that is exactly what i thought

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      nee, ek dink nie hulle is die antwoord nie 😋

    • @danielkruger6777
      @danielkruger6777 5 років тому

      Meer soos jack parrow fan

  • @familiafloresbrasil
    @familiafloresbrasil 4 роки тому

    Can we make this for car audio?

  • @alheeley
    @alheeley 2 роки тому

    how is it wired to the amp and other speakers?

  • @magnumopus9631
    @magnumopus9631 4 роки тому

    i like that sound in fast motion on 5.1 lol sounds soothing for some reason,then that song comes on ,was enjoyable thx you

  • @bekkerthesokuangeldragon68
    @bekkerthesokuangeldragon68 5 років тому

    Mind aswell just mount a nonpowered fan that size into it as a port for the air / wind from the bass. That would be cool to add. Instead of a rounded/tubed port, or a vented. A regular small nonpowered fan would be cool to use. The wind / air from bass will move the fan.

  • @aurelioislas5152
    @aurelioislas5152 4 роки тому

    Excelente trabajo tenia tiempo que no veía un bafle con radiador pasivo,este sistema tiene una producción de frecuencias por debajo del mismo subwoofer y tiene gran fidelidad,saludos...

  • @soulsnatcher5408
    @soulsnatcher5408 5 років тому +2

    It's a nice little thing but it doesn't kick as hard as the bigger stuff. Also what was the first song you played at the end of the video at 17:00

    • @turntanz-nix4233
      @turntanz-nix4233 5 років тому

      *H1Ri$es* knows all titles,
      but you ask for:
      _Ramzoid with title "Canada"._
      Thank *H1Ri$es* for this information.
      ( ,':--))

  • @muhammadroyyan6313
    @muhammadroyyan6313 4 роки тому +1

    its beautiful

  • @kohnfutner9637
    @kohnfutner9637 5 років тому

    One thing about it, the bass should be fast enough even if it isn't loud enough. Need a line array of about 10 of these on each side.

  • @endall39
    @endall39 5 років тому

    I really like to see you tune that enclosure with weight added to PR. There’s not much out there on how to do that properly

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      I have not experimented with that yet and also curious to see what difference it might make.

  • @briangiller5253
    @briangiller5253 3 роки тому

    Hell with the subwoofer, I want your shop!

  • @MrSensimillia1985
    @MrSensimillia1985 5 років тому

    Very nice clean build !

  • @WE.R.NOT.OK.W.U.TRMP_GTFO
    @WE.R.NOT.OK.W.U.TRMP_GTFO 3 роки тому

    GODDAMN Tang makes some badass drivers!! :D

  • @Bikemaddad
    @Bikemaddad 2 роки тому

    Another awesome build. Thank you

  • @astrashadow5813
    @astrashadow5813 4 роки тому

    How is the passive radiator moving more and producing more bass than the speaker it self lol

  • @jonnda
    @jonnda 4 роки тому

    Unfortunately I bought the driver (W5-2053) on it's own. Then found out that the passive radiators I bought to use with it required massive lead weights and still weren't tuning quite right.
    Apparently Tang Band won't sell you just the passive radiators, either. So I was fucked.
    I just got done building a ported box for it, and it still plays down to 32 or 33 pretty usably. 35hz is solid.
    This isn't crazy loud, and won't shake the room, but it complements the 3" rear loaded horn speakers I built from Tang Band's plans.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому +1

      Yeah bummer that they only sell it as a bundle! Glad you made it work though!

  • @sizanmaahi5519
    @sizanmaahi5519 3 роки тому

    How a passive radiator works??

  • @AleZava
    @AleZava 3 місяці тому

    interesting... shame we cannot listen the same through the other side of the screen (things like mic, encoding, playback setup, etc. counts).
    I listen to much BRRRRRRRR but at 19:00 starts to sound better! With this size you can do 2, 3 o 4 to place anywhere lol

  • @dubbled5287
    @dubbled5287 4 роки тому

    what does the passive radiator do?

  • @JakeCraftChannel
    @JakeCraftChannel 5 років тому +6

    Why does the passive radiator look like a fan?

    • @droidzhunterz6861
      @droidzhunterz6861 5 років тому

      Think about it kid. A subwoofer works by moving air and pressurizing it

  • @rquance1
    @rquance1 5 років тому

    When will people remember that a woofer reproduces relatively flat down to 30Htz whereas a Subwoofer should be reproducing down 1/2 to 1 octave lower, typically 15 to 20Hz? My Bass guitar plays down to 15Hz and only uses 10inch "woofers" in a ported cabinet. Keep up the good construction videos!!!!

    • @Sanjinator1
      @Sanjinator1 5 років тому

      Wrong. Sub bass frequencies start at 60Hz and go down to 20Hz, 20 being our sonic threshold. Anything below that is only felt, not heard. So what you are referring to as a 'woofer' that plays 'flat down to 30hz' would still be called a SUBwoofer as it's playing the aforementioned SUB bass frequencies. If the bass frequency of a particular speaker rolled off at 50 or 60 Hz then THAT would be generally called a mere woofer.
      Here's an article - www.teachmeaudio.com/mixing/techniques/audio-spectrum

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +1

      Thanks you! I think this 'small subwoofer' is probably a good option if you have smaller desktop speakers that can'y go as low as 30Hz, but cut off in effective response after 50 to 60Hz. Then this will be perfect to fill in the lower registers to give a fuller sound.

  • @jagplaha9959
    @jagplaha9959 4 роки тому

    Amazing skills and talent! Well done

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much 😀

  • @rafee9442
    @rafee9442 5 років тому +1

    This sounds and looks great! Although high frequencies don't sound good on passive radiators.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +1

      Thanks

    • @dolbyased6962
      @dolbyased6962 5 років тому +1

      that radiator will not reproduce high frequencies because it is set with a subwoofer, think before speaking.

    • @rafee9442
      @rafee9442 5 років тому +1

      @@dolbyased6962 no I mean the higher frequency bass sounds bad (like 200hz)

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +1

      It does not play 200z, the internal crossover cuts it of before that to integrate with the stereo pair.

    • @rafee9442
      @rafee9442 5 років тому

      @@SoundBlab so what's the highest frequency this plays?

  • @dvlarry
    @dvlarry 4 роки тому

    Really beautiful

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much 😊

  • @air1forcegrant1
    @air1forcegrant1 4 роки тому

    Do you happen to build and sell any of these or any of your speaker builds ? You do the most amazing work i seen on youtube hands down.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      Thanks. Unfortunately not. I still have a day job, so my time is very limited.

  • @gmeardi
    @gmeardi 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome job. I'd like building one up, but... I'm short of wood tools... But I've both FDM and Resin printers, and can access a 42W laser cutter, therefore I'd like a lot to find a project that uses digital fabrication "facilities". Hasn't anyone done this, yet? Thanks

  • @ubacow7109
    @ubacow7109 4 роки тому

    No polyfill?

  • @art0413
    @art0413 3 роки тому

    Did you use sound dampening material inside? If not why?
    Best regards Jonas Risberg

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  3 роки тому +1

      Not in this one, but it will not hurt to include some. The cabinet is bery small though and I did not want to obstruct the movement of the passive radiators with internal damping material.

  • @aikonlatigid
    @aikonlatigid 4 роки тому

    Maybe someday we make subwoofer race championship, which is smallest, but loudest

  • @dkerlee
    @dkerlee 4 роки тому +1

    No polyfill needed to keep it from sounding hollow?

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому +1

      It is such a small enclosure that it does not really resonate so much, but it will help to tune the bass a bit. In this case I did not experiment with it though. But no harm in putting some stuffing in there.

  • @darius5171
    @darius5171 5 років тому

    Really nice little sub

  • @suman.p6566
    @suman.p6566 5 років тому

    I wonder if the sound quality would improve if you fill the inside of the speaker with small polystyrene balls as they do on smartphone speakers.

  • @hondayamaha3
    @hondayamaha3 2 роки тому

    Awesome bass

  • @svtcontour
    @svtcontour 5 років тому +2

    As impressive as the graph is and how low it goes for its size, its probably not going to have the excursion at that size to produce meaningful low bass to compliment anything but the tinniest of desktop speakers for a computer. Having stepped up to a 6.5" TB subwoofer would have been better as it would easily be twice to 3x the output. Sure its bigger, but its a more usable project then. It is a very nice build though. Great wood working.

  • @thebeardspare2820
    @thebeardspare2820 4 роки тому

    Was now gonna ask if it's powered....would love to get one of these as not to mess with the vehicles warranty.....Do you export?

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      I dont supply finished speakers unfortunately. This is just a hobby.

    • @thebeardspare2820
      @thebeardspare2820 4 роки тому

      That's unfortunate because you should; IT'S PERFECT 👍👍👍💯

  • @KocuRisko
    @KocuRisko 5 років тому

    I have to say this is a very nice build. Simple, but nice.
    I don't understand this passive radiator though. No diaphragm? It's not really much of a radiator then. Woofer´s really impressive though, 8mm Xmax at 4 inches of diameter? Wow. The only problem with this is that it would need a lot of power.

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      Tx. Yes, the driver is not very sensitive, so you need a powerful amp to drive it.

  • @harindersingh6951
    @harindersingh6951 4 роки тому

    That blue colour machine what's his work

  • @james10739
    @james10739 5 років тому +16

    In the thumbnail i thought it was 3d printed or something

  • @randomtube8226
    @randomtube8226 5 років тому +1

    That's the strangest passive radiator that I have ever seen. Like were is the surround?

  • @stealthjuni
    @stealthjuni 5 років тому

    do u have a video explainng the passive radiator

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      Not currently no. But there is a lot of info on the web you can Google.

  • @maddoxinc1642
    @maddoxinc1642 2 роки тому

    The passive rad should be on the bottom, ugly as it looks. The rest looks great. Also, can you build this with a port?

  • @chrisyerp174
    @chrisyerp174 5 років тому

    Did you term lab it

  • @tuulofdstrxn
    @tuulofdstrxn 5 років тому +2

    Nice! Been looking into building a compact sub and your stuff comes up a lot. This was really enjoyable. The super thick frame must play into how deep the driver goes, but how I wonder? Does it seal better? Is it just the added rigidity?

    • @pitbullturtle
      @pitbullturtle 5 років тому

      Less resonance because of the added rigidity

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому +1

      This driver also has a double surround. There is another surround on the inside behind the front surround you can't see. Also a very beefy magnet. The driver frame is also very solidly built. Small, but powerful and well made.

  • @comethiburs2326
    @comethiburs2326 3 роки тому

    hello, small question, does the enclosure have to be a cube, can it be pancaked?

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  3 роки тому

      Maybe a bit, but the subwoofer driver is fairly deep for its size.

  • @Acoustic-Lab
    @Acoustic-Lab 5 років тому +2

    Great build, great video... but sadly your mic cannot capture low end note..

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      Thank you! It sounds fine when I listen to it. Perhaps upgrade your system.

    • @robinsonkaspar3395
      @robinsonkaspar3395 5 років тому

      My speaker clearly can’t play it!

    • @arjangriend4801
      @arjangriend4801 5 років тому

      Maybe because of the -9 db on 30 hz of the subwoofer

    • @beerbellyburt6320
      @beerbellyburt6320 5 років тому

      No Bass here either. Using a good sub here which normally produces low frequencies well on UA-cam.

  • @ioannVI
    @ioannVI 4 роки тому

    Хорошая работа.. а сколько по деньгам вышло? Какие расходы?

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  4 роки тому

      Parts should be less than US$300, plus cost for wood and finish.

  • @ozcalavera1667
    @ozcalavera1667 4 роки тому

    on the technical paper it is visible that it goes down only to 40hz. not 33.
    thats where my speakers go already..

  • @jakob1379
    @jakob1379 5 років тому

    How come you don't secure all holes with something to make the enclosure air tight?

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      The drivers have gaskets already on them, so no need. The box is very airtight as a result.

  • @JayH7745
    @JayH7745 5 років тому

    If you have a 4 inch driver, aren't you supposed to have twice the radiator size? 8 inches of radiator?

    • @SoundBlab
      @SoundBlab  5 років тому

      This PR has increased radiating area by pleating the cone material. Thats why many think it looks like a fan.