What type of Subwoofer is best?

Question

right now i own a 100 Watt Subwoofer Amplifier and i want to upgrade to a strong subwoofer with big bass sounds. i want reasonably priced pleaz. thanks

Answer 1

For home audio? And you already have a 100watt amp?

You should build your own, also known as Do-
It-Yourself (DIY).

Most people buy parts from partsexpress.com

This is the woofer most people use for budget builds, and would work great with your 100watt RMS amp:
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&Partnumber=295-550

Use MDF (NOT fiberboard) to build the box.

Or, go the sonotube route like SVS uses:
http://svsound.com/products-sub-cyl.cfm
You can buy them from your local cement contractor as they're used in cement work; extremely strong which is perfect for subs.

Be sure to look up how to size the box or sonotube for the 10" woofer, along with the correct port size or else you'll get boomy or bloated bass. Or, join a forum like the one below and people there will be glad to work the number and tell you the right size box/port for optimum performance.

Here is a forum thread showcasing DIY subs:
http://www.htguide.com/forum/showthread.php4?t=18218

Answer 2

I am an old audio guy and also suggest DIY if you want the the best for the money. Partsexpress is a good source. Used to be many good sources for drivers but not many left. A ducted port enclosure is not too difficult to build and will meet your needs. The satifaction of building it yourself is just a plus. Info is readliy available online, just keep it simple. Fancy is not always better. Good solid construction is the key.