Subwoofer

[eric-holmes]

Where in the heck do you guys mount them? Its easy in a car or truck, but in a boat? I would think if you put it in the rear with the engine it would get too hot. It seems like it would be annoying if it was under the rear seat. Suggestions?

[Boost Deuce]

Most seem to be around the drivers seat area.

[jonyb]

All over the place. Pics of your interior would help. I've installed them under helms and in the port side enclosures.

[eric-holmes]

Here are the only pics I have right now...

[brianinpdx]

Eric - there's no right or wrong answer here man. Woofers come in different shapes and also sizes. The bigger the boom often requires a bigger enclosure and that in turn requires space. You can save some physical space by doing a sealed box but I suspect out on a boat your going to need a vented setup.

The no brainer spot is down low and front of the driver. Remember that subwoofer frequencies are OMNI directional - which simply means you cant hear where they are coming from. Trust me, direction bass sucks. If you hear what sounds like someone beating a carpet with a stick you got directional bass. So anyway, take a look at the space your boat has and then find a sub that will gel well in it. Lastly, make sure you have the right amplifier power wise to keep up with the sub.

-Brian
Exile Audio

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[BrentC5Z]

My bro has that same boat. There's tons of room under the rear bench. I'd build a down firing enclosure ported towards the openings along the front panel.

[eric-holmes]

Thanks for the input guys. I guess I was mostly worried about the water. I mean how much water can these "marine" speakers take?

I have one more question... Where would a good place be to mount the amp? Would it be too hot to mount it in the engine bay? I would assume you would want it to be kept exceptionally dry.

[BrentC5Z]

I'd prolly put it on the side of the sub enclosure under the rear bench.