JBL GT Bass Pro 12 vs. Rockford Fosgate P300 12 - Battle of Powered Subwoofers - Decibel Results!!
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- Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
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This is the video I wished someone would have done in comparing the JBL GT Bass Pro 12 vs. Rockford Fosgate P300 12. I compare the features as well as test the overall output of each subwoofer. These are powered subwoofers meaning they have the amps already built in to the box. To learn more about how to install a powered subwoofer, I recommend you check out this video: • Powered Subwoofer Inst...
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i’ve had the p300-12 for exactly 4 years as of yesterday. got it as a gift to myself for saving more money than i’d planned. to this day I still get people asking me what setup I have. the looks in their faces when i say a single 12 inch is hilarious lmao i’ve even been accused of lying before. after running it at its limit for the better part of 4 years, i have to give it to RF. a durable speaker that never gives up and always turns heads. I almost thought I blew it recently after it stopped working at full volume, but it turned out that 2 new fuses were all I needed. replaced them and scared myself when i realized i forgot to turn the punch control back down lol but i haven’t once felt like i wasted my money with the purchase. despite how many times i’ve planned to upgrade my system due to having more money, i could never bring myself to do it, simply because the p300-12 never fails to satisfy me. cannot comment on the quality of the JBL but thats my personal experience for anybody who wants another honest review of the RF
Great insight!!
the p300 is now double what it cost like 5 years ago, crazy times
I just got mines as a gift to self. I'm in love with it
Okay just purchased a 23 civic hatch sport. How will the p-300 sound in it? I recently sold two p3’s . Yes phenomenal subs n box. Preloaded fosgate box 1ohm. I didnt want to rattle my new car apart and have those monsters eat up my hatch.
Either that or the p-500 ported 12????
Thank you bro awesome video helps me out a lot. Changed my mind I was going to get the JBL but I'm going with the Rockford instead.
They are both good. Ported vs non ported have different bass levels. The RF was louder and rock songs hit better with it.
Thanks for this video, great detail on both, I just ordered the Rockford Fosgate P300 12 for my Jeep Wrangler which has the stock radio and no sub, should give some good bass in such a small interior.
Right on! Enjoy!
I highly recommend upgrading your door speakers and putting an amp on them. I did that with my pickup and added this sub and it sounds amazing. Sound is very rich, clear with great bottom end.
Thanks for uploading this video. Never knew powered subwoofers could sound pretty good. Plus they don’t take up a lot of trunk space either. Definite plus!!
You bet!
Yes, for rock and 90s rap or hiphop. These two wusses don't give the lower Tones you'd never notice. JBL for the win
@@JohnEboyee both are very different when considering ported vs not ported.
Thx! I'm going to give the P300-12 a try. Always have purchased powered Bazooka tubes, so I'll give this one a try this time for my Jeep Wrangler.
Please order from my link if you don’t mind. It helps me out.
How did it go, do you like the P300 better than the Bazooka?
Thank you for making this video!!
You bet
Just got the JBL for that lowww low.. thanks for the awesome video!
Nice!!
Thank you so much. This was very informative
You bet!
I always been a Fan of Fosgate.. they make good amp
Yep!
Thank you for the video I am currently deciding between the two and this definitely helped
Glad it could help!
Rockford fosgate p300 12 is much costly then JBL aprox 10,000 above. So dont be fool
I had a p300 in my 2019 Camry! Excellent sub!!!
It’s great!
Just installed mine. This things bangs. Perfect for giving you a complete sound. Very clean bass, hits almost all the notes and frequencies except super low sub 20hz. Perfect amount of power without going nuts
Awesome to hear!!
Which one did you go with?
Great video. Thank you good sir!
You bet!
Awesome review!
Thank you!
"Cheesy looking dials", I'd rather not pay an increased price for fancy looking dials that I'm gonna 'set & forget'.
This was a good review but I had to bust
Your chops just a little bit, lol!
Thanks for taking the time to do this video.
Thanks for watching!
Boston Acoustics!!! I’ve ran it for years in my home and in all my vehicles. I’m still running my SPG 555. I’ve been to only a few small competitions. The last one I went to they pretty much just gave me the trophy because as soon as they seen what I had, they said the competition was over.
do they still make car audio gear?
@@rustyjeep2469 nope. They are no longer in business
Just ordered the JBL for the simple reason it was on sale for €150 and the Rockford is €400 here lol, thanks for the review
Yeah I can’t blame you there
I have the p300-12 IMO it is a better deal sounds better and also looks 10 x better than the JBL
Are you still happy with the Rockford Fosgate ?
I have the Fosgate in my 2018 Terrain with the factory Bose run off an LC2I line output converter and it absolutely rocks!
I bet!
Your the first person to mention a Line output converter….. do you have the stock radio?
Is it necessary
@@dream_chaser7569 yes I kept the factory head unit, the line output converter isn't necessary but it does dramatically clean up t
...cleans up the bass
@@allenlong1649 great, so it even works on a amp+subwoofer enclosure
I've had big systems before in my cars but now I just have the Rockford 12 in my pickup. I'm very impressed for what it is
Agreed!
Super helpful.
Glad it helped!
Rockford fosgate always rocks 👍 best in quality 👌
They are a great brand!
The Rockford is double the RMS though... that's not really a huge gain considering.
Thank you!
You bet!
Not huge on Dodge but I will give it to them on the audio and infotainment system. That would be one of the best for a long time
Thanks
I have the 12ib Rockford in my car. Just ordered the p 8 shallow for my single cab truck 👍🏾
Nice
Thank you so much for this awesome review, QQ I am planning to buy Rockford for my Challenger 2023, can it fit well in the trunk? since i measured is pretty tight the high I mean, Thank you
It fit in my 2019 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack
Love Rockford I still use my vintage 150 it's a little beast..
Rockford is awesome!
Those are beasts. I had a Phoenix Gold when the original creators left and did that for them. At least that was the story I heard. Was a 25x4 that could be bridged to 250x2 measured like 10”x8” and got hotter than the sun. Pushed two 15” Kicker Comps in a big sealed box. Loudest truck in town.
Personally I’d go with the fosgate any day
Yeah after having it in my car after this video I realize the RF is superior
@@Gonin60 update that in the description maybe?
I have a 12" Kicker sealed and 600w amp with alpine component speakers in the pillars, doors and back deck. The 1st owner of mustang put it in. Sounds so clean. I do have a Punch, P3-1X12 , a 12” sub in a vented enclosure that would not fit the Mustang trunk. But it will fit my other car. Bought it from my neighbor.
Nice. I bet your sound system pumps.
I just ordered mine to go with my kicker 6x9's and kicker 6.5 doors in my cobalt ss...next are kicker tweeters in stock local.
Right on!
When you were shopping, did you give the Cerwin Vega VPAS12 consideration?
I didn’t. Is it good?
Good as video sir 🙌🏼,,,,, I listen to country, Eagles, pop…. Rap…. Which one would you go with?
On my headphones the JBL hit deeper notes
They are both a little different. Ported vs sealed. I still think the RF was better all around for various types of music but that’s me.
Picked up the JBL for $120 installing it soon so can’t complain
Nice
I have a question, I have the Rockford Fosgate P300 10 in my Wrangler but thinking about upgrading to the Rockford Fosgate P300 12. Would it really be worth the purchase though?
I don’t think so. Just depends on the kind of music you listen to.
Good video! Would you recommend the rockford in a 10” or a 12” for someone who doesn’t listen to rap? I listen to mostly country and rock and it will also be in a challenger.
10 would be fine and nice and punchy
Thank you
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I have two P-300 10's in my 2007 Pontiac G6. My car is a convertible so I didn't want to put speakers in the trunk. I ended up putting them on the floorboard behind the front seats. I wish I had room for the 12's but they were a little too big for what little space I had to work with. But the 10's sound great. I've had then for a little over 3 years now and I haven't regretted buying them at all.
Thanks Jason! 10s are great!!
How did you pair them together?
For say if my amplifier on one is shot, could I buy another one and pair it with it?
@@iochefilms7618 I have no idea. I had them pofessionally installed.
Would you say there is a clear difference on deepness of bass? I know you mentioned the jbl is more distorted deeper etc, which I like for dubstep type music, but I’m leaning towards the Rockford because overall I don’t want carpet and it’s alittle smaller.
All around I would go with the Fosgate
The deepest bass I’ve heard is from Rockford fosgate…I had multiple friends that was in car clubs in Miami…a lot of set ups….the Fosgate sounded so thunderish and deep.
🔥
Thank you!
What powered sub would you recommend for the most hard hitting truck rattling bass? I’ve always been a kicker/fosgate person but I don’t know too much about powered subs 🤷🏻♂️
For powered subs? The RF. If not I would go JL Audio or RF.
What's the best powered sub in your opinion? I'm looking at some for black Friday so far the only one i've seen that's on sale is the "JBL BassPro 12
Ported powered subwoofer with 12" sub and 150-watt amp" (which i think is the updated version of this JBL GT Bass Pro 12) on Cructhfield for $250 from $330. Im between with this one or Rockford Fosgate P300 12 or even the P500-12 if it goes on sale. Thanks in advance!
Both are great and you can’t go wrong. I liked the Rockford Fosgate best.
@@Gonin60 Thank you for the quick response! One more question, for music like Rap/hip-hop (music with more bass) do you still recommend the Rockford Fosgate over others? Thanks again!
It’s tough because we are comparing a ported box to a sealed box. I felt like rock sounded better on the RF. When it came to rap I felt they were both very similar. I liked how the RF disconnected and connected. I’m going to be doing another review soon of a ported subwoofer. I felt the RF is better but both are good options.
@@Gonin60 I also prefer the side amp of the RF over the back amp of the JBL. Definitely going with Rockford Fosgate now. Thank you again for your input/advice! I'll keep an eye out for that video/review! Happy Thanksgiving!
@@gucciserg8093 happy thanksgiving! If you do decide to order one please consider using my link in the video. It helps me be able to do more comparisons.
thanks bro
You bet!
good vids sir. Questions. i have the same rockford and i want to tap on the rear speaker? how do i do that? TIA
I cover that in some of my subwoofer videos
I have the jbl in my charger and my challenger,is the Rockford you tested the 10” or 12”?I was going to buy one after the video but the one that’s around the same price as the jbl I have is only a 10” ,
The Rockford was a 12
I got the P300 10t which is 10" and it is a monster.
@@Gonin60 i ended up buying 2 jbl 150s,going to put them in this weekend,i pulled my head unit out of my charger and it will go in my challenger ,should sound great,i hope..thanks for the video
What is the wiring kit that you used to clamp on to the existing wiring without splicing
I believe they are t taps you can get at autozone
Beautiful scatpack.
Thank you!
Is it required to put the remote level control for the jbl to make it working? Im buying one and seller does not have it anymore.
It will work without if need be but you may not get the desired sound level
Hello .... thank you for the information..... I am finding the grill for Rockford 12 inch subwoofer but not able to find any....thanks to u...i came through this video..... please let me know how can I buy the grill to protect my subwoofer.....?
Also let me know does the grill distort sound or degrade sound in anyway ?
Probably through RF or finding an aftermarket one
I'm really confused by the RF fuses, both being 10 amp. A 300W RMS class D amp in a car's 12V system will need a 30 amp fuse. Not sure what's going on inside that amp.
Yeah until it was disassembled it would be hard to know. I sometimes wonder if they water down the powered sub offerings.
I believe when you order the jbl it says NET weigth 10lbs. That cannot be good as a good sub shouod weigh 20-30lbs. Good point with the fuse too
@@bayoudrummer9855 He said the JBL weights more than the P300 12 Rockford fostgate. I have the P300 10T and it weights 28lb. I am guessing the two subs he is reviewing weight over 30lb. I can say my P300 10T is really clear and loud, and I love it. I wish it was lighter in weight, but I have no complaints about the sound.
@Crutchfield, what are the dimensions of the P - 300 ? Would this box fit behind the back seat of my 2008 tacoma ?
My 2008 tacoma is a double cab
If you click on the link for it in the description it should show on Amazon dimensions. I believe they make one for trucks and has a T in the title of it.
Nic vid. Are you getting my notifications?
Yes I just saw it. Are you wanting me to comment on your video. I wasn’t sure what the ask was. Happy to help out!
@@Gonin60 no you don’t have to. I just wanted to make sure because you tube doesn’t work right sometime. I followed you on IG btw. I’m debating if I should put a system in my car. Nice vid though! The speakers are banging 🔥
I’ll jump over and comment. Thanks for the support!
@@Gonin60 no problem and thank you also!
I bought the p300-12 about a year ago. never made upgrades to my audio system before (other than switching to aftermarket head unit). I gotta say this thing still impresses me. I also replaces the speakers with nice, efficient hertz speakers. Ive have multiple people tell me how good it sounds. My only problem is its never enough for me, I always want more haha. I personally feel like the lack of power going to my speakers is bottlenecking my system, so i'm gonna look to amplify them soon. At the same time, I really want to see what that p500-12p can do. My wallet and my heart are not agreeing with each other, though.
Haha I have shared the same thoughts on the p500
I upgraded to the p500 and honestly couldn't tell that much of a difference.
@@thugajay8 good to know!
Just got the P-500, getting it installed tomorrow , I'll let you know how good it is
@@glassheartfalling Hey man! Do you recommend the P500-12? I'm between the P500-12 and P300-12. Thanks
It’s 2023 now, would you still recommend this sub woofer over the JBL one? Also are there any other powered subs that compete, or are even better than these? Thanks in advance👍🏽👍🏽
I still would. I tried the Rockville but still this is the best.
@@Gonin60 I mostly listen to rap music, do u still think the Rockford would be better for rap music over the JBL?
@@gonfreecs1171 yeah
i currently have the JBL if i bought the Rockford fosgate can i use the same wiring from the JBL for it i had the shop install my jbl the speaker got punctured now i want the fosgate
Same wire set up should work. I literally u plugged my JBL and plugged in the RF.
You know what tool I need besides a screw driver to open up the fg p300? My amp is broke I need to replace it ): came from factory like that and can’t return it
I don’t. You can’t return it? That stinks.
I got the updated version of the JBL in this video and I am loving it so far.
So awesome! They both are really great in their own ways!
Is the jbl updated one, the one without those grey rails over the sub..?
@@homergarcia5360 Yes
@@Wyke awesome. I just ordered mine as well. I was wondering why most videos show the one with the grey rails
@@homergarcia5360 I have wondered that as well I think it was because the older version has been around for 8 years+ and the new one hasn't been around very long.
Is the Rockford Fosgate worth an extra $130? Wondering because I'm about to buy the JBL
I think so. If you just need some extra bass and don’t care so much then the JBL is just fine.
Do you think the RF would work as a down facing set up ?
I think so. Is it going under a seat or in a truck?
@@Gonin60 preferably in trunk , but last resort under seat (suv)
@@peupeuguy310 they really don’t take up a ton of space. If you do decide to go under a seat I would look at their t series. I would look at measurements to ensure a good fit before purchasing.
10's are best for both Rock and Hip Hop 👌
Agreed
Which subwoofer brand sounds more soft thumping/pounding? Rockford fosgate of JL audio?
RF
@@Gonin60 Thank you for answering my question, now i know what to buy ☺️
I can vouch this p-300 12 gets loud!!
Thanks
Totally noob question, since the power source for the P300 is directly from car battery.. so does this subwoofer keeps draining battery even when the car is off?
No it has an auto turn off. It may pull some but in a year or so no issues
No it has an auto turn off. It may pull some but in a year or so no issues
Any advice to set the gain on the fosgate I can't get it to hammer even as close to as hard as yours
By hammer do you mean sound?
@@Gonin60 yeah lol sorry some of my local slang, 🇨🇦 but for some reason the sub hits decent in lows but feels like it's not doing anything in the highs
Would you still recommend people buy the RF even now when the JBL is $100 cheaper?
I would!
I have that same JBL sub but in a bigger ported subwoofer box.
Nice!!
What about these VS the JL audio powered sub box?
I can’t speak to the JL Audio powered sub box
Since high school in the 90's Rockford bass hits real deep and hard. Still the best in the market
Agreed!
@@Gonin60 would you mind telling me what app in your phone testing the bass please?
Decibel X
First!!! Nice video!!
Thanks for the support!
Question? This subwoofer they come with amp right?? Or no?
Yeah it’s built in
Do these fit in a 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Turbo?
Only if the car runs to be able to power them
What else will I need to buy?
The wire kit - 8 gauge - I have another video on how to install one. It also has other products you should get.
My dad just got the rockford fosgate p500-12p it hits hard but he asked me were my mtx 5500s were 15 but they are 12s i wish i had 2 mtx 15s
Man MTX that’s a brand I haven’t heard in awhile
@@Gonin60 yeah I think they still make them but in all black
JBL 🔥
🤘
You can count on RF their better with every box in put in it enclosed with them punches they Rocked loves them
Agree
Both already have an amp included?
Yep
Can I connect both of them 🤔
I wouldn’t. I would get your standard set up of a box with two subs and buy the amp separately.
This test can’t be accurate because you didn’t checked if you gave both subs the same power. The Fosgate played 8db louder this so much more power sent to the sub. Anyway good video though!!!!
Yeah I wasn’t trying to compare subs of that same power. One is ported and one isn’t which affects sound. I had the JBL and was wanting more bass so did the test. Not a lot of powered subs have the same power rankings and not a ton of good options in the powered sub segment. Thanks for watching!
@@Gonin60 Because you measured the DB I thought your goal is to show which will play louder!!!
@@73kokitch If you are using the same settings on each one and one produces 8db of more sound, it leads to suggest that one is better than the other in terms of sheer sound pressure. Very hard to quantitatively compare something like quality
@@73kokitch yeah man I noticed that too. The dbs were higher on the RF test before the bass even started. Leaves one to believe the stereo was turned louder for the RF test.
Real world would have set gains low pass and bass boost perfect as per instructions common to amp set up. This way each one set to a tee would be real world sound. Just matching settings to 2 different sized watt amps was imo no comparison because I know for a fact each one's set to a tea with sound totally different than just matching
A little louder? Every 10db gain is double in loudness the RF is twice as loud
Good call
I went with Rockford for my work van😂🤙🏽
Nice! You liking it?
@@Gonin60 love it! Sounds better then I expected it. I have mine paired with the p300x1 amp T2652-S door speakers I do have the sub power a little lower due to my work cage lol I didn’t fabric the back wall out overall it gets the job done no complaints.
@@thatoff-roaddude9515 sweet!
Do the JBL Bass Pro Go! It's a portable speaker that docks into your trunk and doubles as a powered woofer!
bro its so damn small
Wanna see which one is better for a van I love bass please help me
One is ported and one is sealed. You will need to determine which system you would prefer. My test concluded that the RF was louder
@@Gonin60 thank you so much for the information
@@Ricky-ms4fu you bet!
Bra... Let me float and sand down that drywall for you my guy 😁🤝🧐
Do you recommend any budget amp for the fosgate
Both the Fosgate and JBL come with an amp built in already
@@Gonin60 wow now I’m for sure getting it thanks. And keep up the good work I love these vids
Thank you! Yeah that’s the benefit of this powered subs is a built in amp.
Rockford hands down
Absolutely!
Rockford always has the strongest low Bass but JBL sounds quite nice
I hate the sealed rockford, my gf has one in her car. The bass is just not deep. That’s the thing with a ported box you can get lower frequencies! Maybe the ported rockford box is better. I wouldn’t buy it again! The power/ground quick connect is nice though, I’ll give it that.
Okay
101dB vs 111dB difference is not "little bit", there is a huge gap. Although RF is using a closed type cabinet, pressure level so much higher due to actual power.
Thanks warrior
@@Gonin60 Sorry if I was rude, I'm just being technical. Nice video by the way. Are you still using the same sub and what are your current opinions?
P300 for sure
Yep
JBL ഉയിർ 💓💓💓💓💓
For me rockford wins definitly
Yep!
You gonna add this to your new vehicle
Maybe! The B&O sound system already sounds so good on it.
@@Gonin60 ok just was wondering so the sound system in Ford sound better than the dodge
My car had the upgraded B&O sound system and it sounds pretty good. A benefit of the challenger is having the battery in the trunk. It’s easier to connect etc.
Powered subs are great if your factory system is lacking bass.The most inexpensive way to add some punch to your system.
Rf sounds very scary. Its limitless
Which subwoofer had soothing bass
Not sure
What is your location
It seems beautiful and peaceful
UT
Means
@@tanukapoor2255Utah.
How come you compare sealed box to a ported box. It should be both subs either in selad box or ported. I would recommend to be sealed vs ported. It will help a lot of people who. Ant decide between the two boxes.
Because I wanted to. When it comes to powered subs these are the two most popular models for subs that already come powered.
@@Gonin60I was actually looking for sealed vs ported comparisons so thank you
U misspelled fuse 😁🧐
What we be better you think? I don’t want one that like shakes my license plate off the car. I want something that you can feel it in your chest.
Either will work for that
I bought the P300 for my build. That thing flat out thumps. I wasn't looking to rattle mirrors at the light but that's what I ended up with... it is a little pricey but once you power it up you quickly forget about that price. The one thing I absolutely hate about it is that stupid and annoying bass control knob. It works fine but it is the ugliest most cheesy mounting piece of excrement I've ever had to mount in a car audio system. C'mon Rockford.. really? I ended up breaking it open and mounting it without the ridiculous oval odd ball case. But I'm glad I didn't get the P500 as it's simply not that much better than the P300.
I have been very impressed by the RF!
I would imagine that the JBL's bass carried farther but the Fosgate is obviously the clear winner. We'll, unless you're a 16yr old punk who's primary mission is to annoy others with your music.....LOL
Lol
JBL all day
Thanks!