Subwoofer for Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport 2017

itschrisraymond on 02/08/2017 - 02:49
Last edited 02/08/2017 - 09:45 by 2 other users

Thinking about buying a subwoofer for new car.

Looking at the market and found this

Anyone have suggestions?

Thanks

Automotive

Comments

  • npc on 02/08/2017 - 07:57
    +6

    Is Toyota Sport Ascent some fancy way of saying Toyota Corolla?

    • Baysew on 02/08/2017 - 09:46

      Would have had most at Toyota.

    • itschrisraymond on 02/08/2017 - 23:12

      it sounds sexier

  • Ryanek on 02/08/2017 - 08:15
    +1

    Ahh to be young again. I too used to have a subwoofer in my car and now I have tinnitus and constant ringing in my ears. Look after yourself and use these with caution.

    • Scab on 02/08/2017 - 08:27

      I too used to have a subwoofer in my car and now I have tinnitus and constant ringing in my ears.

      I used to have a sub and an awesome Soundstream/Boston Acoustics setup in my car, it used to help me pick up chicks.

      Now I'm older and have my own man boobies so I don't need that sort of stuff anymore.

      • TheBilly on 02/08/2017 - 10:10

        LOL I don't know why this is being down voted

        • onetwothreefour on 02/08/2017 - 10:34

          The haters are jealous of his fully sick sound system and all the chicks he had.

  • dasher86 on 02/08/2017 - 08:48
    +2

    why waste your money on a subwoofer for a corolla?

    • tomsco on 02/08/2017 - 08:53
      +4

      Because it's Chris Raymond.

    • Scab on 02/08/2017 - 08:57

      For doof doof.

    • angelkulit025 on 02/08/2017 - 09:52

      you can always transfer the subs into any car if Op decided to upgrade.

      • Scab on 02/08/2017 - 10:03

        To a Camry?

  • coxjon on 02/08/2017 - 09:58
    +1

    You should get a sub/amp in a box. A nice bit of bass you can hear and enjoy and don't disturb other road users and a lot more compact. Something like this https://www.jbhifi.com.au/gps-car-audio/cadence/cadence-qsa8… (not recommending that product specifically) can fit under a car seat with some velcro tape to the carpet. I had one on the parcel shelf of my MX5 and the roof folded directly over it. Combine with the wired remote and it's super easy to adjust bass.

  • roundnumbersonly on 02/08/2017 - 10:23

    I've think the factory speakers in most modern cars are pretty good - but that's just me and it's each to their own I guess. Most days I see people driving around with earbuds or headphones on - is that even legal?

    Anyway, you might have to upgrade the factory headunit at the same time as I assume there's no subwoofer input on the Toyota deck. You'll also have to get the wiring done from the battery (with a fuse, etc).

  • l005e on 02/08/2017 - 10:36

    I have a 15' sony sub similar to the link you have posted

    Mine cost $2 second hand from eBay and worked perfectly

    Now its collecting dust in my garage

  • Findo on 02/08/2017 - 12:20
    +1

    Get a new head unit first, then see if the sound has improved. After that, get new front speakers. If you still want more bass, then get a sub. Rear speakers aren't really needed as they're for fill only, unless you sit in the back of your own car.

  • Euphemistic on 02/08/2017 - 18:36
    -1

    Lucky you've got the sport model. A standard Corolla ascent wouldn't cope with a sub woofer.

  • PVA on 02/08/2017 - 18:42

    Nice car btw.

    Try upgrading the existing speakers first, it will be much better than adding a sub.

    • itschrisraymond on 02/08/2017 - 23:12

      I have no idea what the bass/sound quality is like in a sport ascent, im assuming all new cars have good sound quality, but i love the extra bass

      • PVA on 03/08/2017 - 09:56

        Oh, don't you actually have the car yet to know what it sounds like?
        New speakers will make it sound a heap better.

        • itschrisraymond on 03/08/2017 - 16:46

          Not yet, I've had to order it from the factory. I did a test drive but didnt pay much attention to the sound.
          when you say "new speakers" do you mean additional or the speakers that come with the car?

        • PVA on 03/08/2017 - 23:03
          +1

          @itschrisraymond:
          i meant replace the speakers that are in it with higher quality ones. like good clarion or pioneer 3 way speakers that fit the existing space.

          but as its a new car, dont do anything with it for a few months, see how it sounds etc and then decide if something needs changing.

  • BensonP on 02/08/2017 - 20:16
    +3

    Car stereos…a slippery slope.

    Step 1) I'd start with front speakers. Buy a nice set of components and you'll notice the difference.
    Step 2) Buy a 4 channel amplifier to really get those juices flowing to your new speakers. A good amplifier will make those puppies sing!
    Step 3) Still lacking bass? Now's the time to buy a subwoofer and a mono amplifier.
    Step 4) Also known as Step 1A. Sound deadening. Now your stereo causes rattles in your doors, and your number plate to wobble. Invest in some sound deadening, but this can be pricey.

    Source: Myself. Have spent about $3000 on my current stereo. :(

    • Findo on 02/08/2017 - 20:37

      I just put sound deadening in my boot and boy, what a difference it makes to my bass! Tomorrow I'll do the front doors and on the weekend I'll do the rear deck and back doors.

      Did you put sound deadening and sound proofing materials in your roof and floor too?

      • BensonP on 02/08/2017 - 21:17
        +1

        Nah mate I only did doors, inside and outside skins. I never really had issues with road noise. I just turn the volume up ;)

        Came up a treat and sounds great!

        • Findo on 02/08/2017 - 21:28

          Thanks for that info, I've got a bulk pack of no-name cheapomat and some closed cell foam sheets but I don't know if I should do the roof at all. I'll definitely do the doors, I saw a huge improvement after doing just my boot - only problem is that no one can hear my amazing bass a kilometre away. I'm considering doing my roof because it creaks a bit when it's hot.

        • TheOneWhoKnocks on 03/08/2017 - 08:00

          @niggard: Got a link for the sound deadener?

        • Findo on 03/08/2017 - 11:31
          +1

          @TheOneWhoKnocks: I got underdog branded sound deadener off eBay during the most recent sales. 39 sheets should be more than enough to do your boot, rear deck and the doors properly.

  • Slippage on 03/08/2017 - 14:32

    The assumption that adding a sub is for 'doof doof' and limited to young people makes my eye roll quicker than a hipster claiming they can taste the difference of the milk used in their coffee from carton to carton.

    Ideally you would have 2 full range speakers up front and it would play efficiently across the audio range. Reality is that it's not possible and adding a sub woofer is the easiest way to extend the bottom end of a factory audio system, where they are almost always lacking.

    Depending on your budget, the product linked might be a good option for you, but you will also have to factor in an amplifier, wiring kit, LOC and installation (if you are not keen to tackle this yourself)

    BensonP was on the money: start with front speakers

    My path suggestion:
    1) Decide on budget
    2) Decent front speakers (and disconnect the rears)
    3) Amplifier for those fronts
    4) Seal the front doors and sound deaden the inner and outer skins
    5) Add in a sub and amplifier to suit

    Here is a good guide for what to get for $XXXX http://www.fhrxstudios.com.au/faq.asp#0 but i would ignore upgrading the headunit, unless yours is missing features you want/need (even then i would do an external DSP if it's an integrated Audio/cilmate/dash unit)

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