First time sub builder needs some help/suggestions from you folks.
I am in the process of restoring a vintage Jensen stereo cabinet that has 2 built in "sub" enclosures in the bottom of the cabinet, originally housing two 1960's Jensen P12NF's. Since i am trying a multi-sub approach I thought i should replace the P12Ns with more of a true bass driver. I am working with cabinet dimensions of 25"x14"x13" w/ a 2" port opening and can obviously make them a bit smaller by increasing the cabinet's interior walls if necessary (Am leaning towards lining the interior of each cab with 5/8" mdf to stiffen the enclosures anyway) and will also increase the port opening. The cabinet is 5" off the floor and the drivers will be down firing. Currently I am looking at some 8ohm replacements that seem well suited to a 2.6cubic ft vented enclosure and the SW-12B seems like a perfect candidate. Can anyone offer helpful suggestions as to the ideal volume and port size ? How to dampen the box ? Anything I'm forgetting ?
Not looking to rattle the windows just clean bass for stereo music and occasional movie watching.
Regards, Daniel.
