Dayton 12" Reference HO or Peerless 12" Aluminum Cone XXLS

I was going to acquire the Dayton 12" HO, but ran across the Peerless 12" Aluminum Cone XXLS. My amp is an Arc Audio KS900.6. When I bridge the two sub channels I get 500 watts RMS. If I don't bridge, each sub channel put out 150 watts. The Dayton power requirements are up to 700 watts while the Peerless is only 175 watts. If I get the Peerless, I won't bridge the two sub channels. If I get the Dayton, I will.

I listen to classic rock 'n roll. With which sub do you guys think I will get the most enjoyment? Has anybody listened to either/both of these subs?

What I am looking for is the best SQ in the low end, and by that I mean which one will be more "musical".

It would be extremely tough to resist that Peerless, especially Aluminum cone. They always sound so magical with music in the proper enclosure.

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Originally Posted by chithead

It would be extremely tough to resist that Peerless, especially Aluminum cone. They always sound so magical with music in the proper enclosure.

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I will be getting the enclosure custom made by someone who really knows what he is doing. So, you think the Peerless is the better choice? I have not heard either of them, but have heard a lot about the Dayton.

I've read a lot about the Dayton, but also know quite a few that upgrade later. Seems like the Dayton HO is a gateway sub :) Gets you hooked on SQ, then you can't get enough!!!

The Peerless though, I've used a few aluminum cone TC Sounds subs, and also the DIYMA R12 - have loved all of them so much. You would think an aluminum cone wouldn't be able to get that loud, but ohhh boy can they.

For $ 190 , I'd use. - https://www.parts-express.com/peerle...ofer--264-1114

2.6 cubic feet

Tuned to 30Hz

Then "Let the good times Roll"!

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Originally Posted by chithead

I've read a lot about the Dayton, but also know quite a few that upgrade later. Seems like the Dayton HO is a gateway sub :) Gets you hooked on SQ, then you can't get enough!!!

The Peerless though, I've used a few aluminum cone TC Sounds subs, and also the DIYMA R12 - have loved all of them so much. You would think an aluminum cone wouldn't be able to get that loud, but ohhh boy can they.

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I am figuring the Dayton would be louder because I would be bridging my two sub channels to get 500 watts. Can't do that with the Peerless. It will only get 150 watts from my amp. That being said, I am liking what is being said about the Peerless.

I would still bridge them , "Do Not get greedy" turn gain knob to left ! Or buy a new one like everyone else .

[QUOTE=Hic;39619]I would still bridge them , "Do Not get greedy" turn gain knob to left ! Or buy a new one like everyone else .[/QUOT

Don't have to worry about that. My head unit pumps out 8 volts, so my gains are way down to begin with.

Sweet ,

Blackhawksfan