How to Pick the Best Subwoofer for Your Car (Without Guessing!)
- CAR Audio & Security
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Looking for deeper bass in your ride?
Choosing the right subwoofer can be confusing—sizes, watts, sealed vs ported, brands… it gets overwhelming fast. At CAR Audio & Security in Wake Forest, we help customers every day pick subs that fit THEIR vehicle and THEIR style of listening. Here’s a simple breakdown so you pick the right one the first time.
What Size Subwoofer Should You Get?
Different sizes bring different sound.
Most common sizes:
8 inch – faster response, tighter bass
10 inch – balanced sound
12 inch – deeper lows and overall best choice for most people
15 inch – loudest and deepest, needs space
Question to ask yourself:Do I want tight punchy bass or deep booming bass?
Which Subwoofer Box is Best?
Your enclosure matters just as much as the speaker itself.
Sealed enclosure
cleaner bass
accurate sound
great for music lovers
Ported enclosure
louder
deeper low-end
great for hip-hop or EDM
How Much Power Do You Need?
Subs need a matching amplifier.
Look for:
RMS power rating
matching impedance (2 or 4 ohm)
proper power wiring
TIP: Don’t just match MAX watts—always match RMS power for the true rating.
Top 5 Most Popular Subwoofer Options
Customers in our shop love:
JL Audio
Alpine
Sundown
Focal
Pioneer
We install all of them—and help you compare them side-by-side.
Should You Get a Factory Upgrade or Custom Enclosure?
Factory upgrade
clean fit
minimal space
good everyday bass
Custom build
maximum output
tailored sound
best performance
Want the BEST Sound? Let Us Hear Your Music.
Every car, every person, and every music style is different. Bring your vehicle and your playlist—we’ll demo different subwoofer options and recommend the best match.
If you’re ready to upgrade your bass, visit CAR Audio & Security – Wake Forest. We’ll help you choose the perfect setup based on your vehicle and your budget.
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