{"id":826,"date":"2022-02-20T12:08:28","date_gmt":"2022-02-20T12:08:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/audioambition.com\/?p=826"},"modified":"2023-05-27T14:57:19","modified_gmt":"2023-05-27T21:57:19","slug":"how-to-build-a-ported-subwoofer-box","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/audioambition.com\/how-to-build-a-ported-subwoofer-box\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box (Practical Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"

A ported subwoofer is a great way to boost your audio performance. It\u2019s simple to build, and it can be a very easy way to upgrade your speakers. However, building a ported subwoofer can be a bit tricky. In this guide, How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box, we\u2019ll take you through the steps of building a ported subwoofer box. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll start by explaining the different parts of a ported subwoofer, and then we\u2019ll show you How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box using basic construction materials and techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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What does find the best air space for your subwoofer?<\/h3>\n
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A soundbar measures the distance between two speakers and uses that information to find the best air space for your subwoofer. Once you know the ideal air space, it’s time to start measuring the dimensions of your subwoofer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Follow these steps if you want to know How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Rough Measuring<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Don’t know How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box? Have no worries! To build a ported subwoofer box, you first need to measure the dimensions of your speakers. In most cases, the dimensions of a subwoofer will be the same as the dimensions of your speaker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are some slight measurements you need to make to build a ported subwoofer box. For example, the height of your subwoofer may be different than the height of your speaker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The width of your subwoofer may be different than the width of your speaker. And the depth of your subwoofer may be different than the depth of your speaker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These measurements will help you determine how much space you need to provide for your subwoofer to fit into your speaker box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Finding the Ideal Airspace<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The second step in building a ported subwoofer is to find the best air space for your subwoofer. This will determine how large and powerful your subwoofer will be. You can use various methods to find the best air space, but one of the most common methods is to use a soundbar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The subwoofer should be placed within the soundbar so that it is centered. If your subwoofer is the same size as your soundbar, then this will be a perfect starting point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have a larger subwoofer, then you can move the subwoofer to a different spot in the soundbar and do this again until you find an optimal location for your subwoofer. Once you have found the best air space for your subwoofer, measure how much space there will be around it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This measurement should be taken around all four sides of your subwoofer so that you can find an optimal location for it in your car or truck’s trunk. Once you have found this ideal spot, you can begin building your ported subwoofer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read my article: Subwoofer Not Working But Speakers Are? (Causes & Solutions)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Setting Up WinISD<\/h3>\n\n\n
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To build a ported subwoofer box, you’ll need to set up your WinISD. WinISD is a software program that helps you create and manage sound files. You can use WinISD to create dedicated subwoofer tracks, or you can use it to combine several speakers into one subwoofer track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first step in setting up your WinISD is to create a new subwoofer track. To do this, open the theWinISD program and select the “Create New Subwoofer<\/a> Track” option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll then be asked to provide a name for your new subwoofer track. You can choose any name that sounds good to you, but make sure it’s unique so that other people won’t mistake your subwoofer for another speaker in your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, you’ll need to provide a location for your subs. In most cases, you’ll want to place your subs near the front of your listening area. If you place them too close to the front of the room, they may not be adequately heard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on your space, you can also place them in different positions around the room, but make sure they’re facing forward, so they’re easy to hear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll need to provide some basic specs for your subwoofer. In most cases, you’ll want to provide an input range of 40-200hz, a power output of 3-10watts per channel, and a frequency response of 40-200hz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you’ve created your subwoofer track, it’s time to start using it in your system. To do this, open the WinISD program and select the “Select Subwoofer Track” option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll then see a screenshot of your subwoofer track and the speakers connected to it. You should be able to see each speaker connected to your subwoofer track by looking at its icon on the left side of the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch this video: How To Build A Ported Subwoofer Box (Practical Guide)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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