I purchased this after watching your video and the reaction you guys had to it. Im blown away by the sound this all on one sub puts out and I still have all the cargo space in my SUV. Keep up the good work boys!
For anyone who is wondering how this sounds. They sound great... I was confused but finally have these and I’m thoroughly satisfied. Great clarity great bass and all the space.
I' have just got my jbl today. Cant wait to hear it. I Need additional wires extension for power and ground, and remote. Those included are very short.
@@soberman4678 i did but i didnt hook it up yet. I gotta some how put it in my wifes car without her knowing. But when i do get it up and bumping ill let you know how it sounds.
Wow, that obesit Roomba thumps. an air pump, light, a charge port, and cables on it and they'll have a great item! nice to know your spare tire won't be lonely any more. THX JBL!!!
Thanks for doing this video. I know the "company" you are referring to, and I have the Cerwin Vega VPAS12st in my '05 Acura RSX Type-S. Sounds phenomenal for what it is. A vendor that I talked to had the JBL BassHubPro and the Cerwin Vega for sale. He said that both sound good, but that he recommended the JBL. Of course it's more expensive than the Cerwin Vega.
So the slight difference in dB measured between mounting with/without the spare is likely due to some cancellation effect from the spare acting as a baffle at certain frequencies. Mounting without the spare provides a more uniform cavity and not a doubling cavity. You also load the driver more by placing it closer to the floor directly which can add some efficiency as well.
I don’t . I have an android radio so it has sub pre outs and a remote but you can still use it on a stock radio all you have to do is just tap into one of the rear speakers just for the signal and your golden and you can use the supplied remote to turn your bass up or down trust me your going to love it.
I just bought and had the Cerwin Vega unit installed in my VW Sportwagen. They literally look like the EXACT SAME PRODUCT!!! Same enclosure with some slight cosmetic differences. Exact same wired control. Yet a price difference of $100. ???
I've had Cerwin Vega's version of this sub since 2019 (model VPAS12-ST) and in my 2018 Rio hatchback it sounded amazing. I traded that car in for a '22 Soul, and the sub isnt quite doing enough for me anymore in the larger vehicle. Just picked up 2 of the Skar EVL6.5 loaded ported enclosures for under the front seats, like you guys mentioned @10:00
I have a 2019 Rav4 with the JBL Premium audio package. It comes with a Subwoofer in the trunk and Amp in the rear right passenger side. My question is would it be a good idea to buy this Bass hub? Would it be complicated to install with the stuff i already have?
I had that in mind as well it probably would be a better fit if you flip the Tire over and then it would be a better fit and hopefully you will be able to close the cover back over it .
What would flipping the tire accomplish? The back side is always facing up. Which is the empty side. Where your brakes would fit. The front side is flat with the tire. The subwoofer would be even higher into your car.
@@PinMerp Every car I've owned the inside of the spare tire is always facing up. The back side. Like I said the front side is flush. So how would that make more space? It would raise the sub higher into the floor board.
Was seriously thinking about bringing this into my inventory before I saw this. Definitely going to be offering this now. Especially to the dealership expediting side.
I bet that's a great idea for people who lease a vehicle. Seems pretty decent for what it is. Like you said, it definitely isn't a custom build type wowing. JBL has always done some good stuff to me.
I have a '99 Suburban with the spare standing vertical in the back with the carpet cover on it. I'm going to explore if somthing like that would fit in there. Would be pretty sweet for not taking up space.
I can remember back in my day Pioneer made a product like this. if it works it is a great solution. probably some sound deadening would be helpful as well.
I just installed a Rockville spare tire sub in a 2016 rav4, OMG, it blew me away, like the guy says, it’s compact and has the amp built in, very impressive. I want to add one to my Lexus RX 350, I have the Mark levinson package, but I like me a little extra bass. 😎👌🏼
so a little late and i hope you can react to it. i dont want to buy and make alot of adjustments to my car but i have a android radio with tulp plug (the red/white one) on the back. is it possible to just attatch it to my radio and thats it? or does it NEED power?
This looks like a perfect solution. I need more punch to help the little 6x4s in the classic car but don’t want to ruin the look of the car with a big box. This should hopefully fit inside the oem 14” spare tire in the trunk 😁
That's sweet seems to be awesome for SQ application not some crazy SPL and u can still keep that stock look in ur ride like if u lease ur car works awesome
Great info, Dean and Fernando! I have been contemplating buying this for my '24 Camry XSE. You guys sold me. 💯 I watch your channel all the time and totally respect and trust your evaluations and thoughts. Thank you. 👊 Per your review, I'm wondering if I can mount the tire on top of the speaker, to hopefully achieve that better bass produced by having the speaker close to the body. Thoughts?
Good afternoon friend, I write to you for the following. I have a 2021 Toyota RAV4, and I have 2 sets of JBL STADIUM 62CF components installed, plus a KICKER 10" bass, all connected to a KENWOOD Model KAC-M8005 amplifier. I want to install the new JBL BassPro Hub and change the amp to make the components louder. It is recommended to change the Kicker subwoofer for the new JBL BassPro Hub, or whichever is better. And what amplifier would be the right one for that whole system. Thanks
A lot better than expected. I thought it would sound closer to something like the Bose system and it's plastic spare tire box in my wife's Nissan Altima. Now I want to order the jbl box and throw the crappy Bose junk away!
I just bouth new subs....my cars all about weight. This is perfect. Im ginna sell my set up and buy this. I love jbl..im listening to you on a 24$ jbl go2 and i im in the other room...this is the way to go.
That might be a good idea for my 02 Mustang GT. The head unit has RCA low level jacks for a subwoofer. So I'll have to run a power wire and a RCA cable.
How does this spare tire sub compared to its competitor, the Cerwin-Vega VPAS12ST? The latter is currently $320 while the JBL Basshub Pro is over a hundred dollars more at $460.
I'm looking to down grade my sounds, however I love deep bass not punchy bass. I'm current running 1 15 sealed skar skr on 1000w kicker amp @2ohms. Would I be happy with something like this, or should I just keep the factory bose spare tire sub.
I’m thinking of getting one i was wondering if it doesn’t fit on my spare tire so it wont be raise and keep tire in what if i cut a circle on the cover of the spare how would it sound ?
Do you guys think it is worth installing this one instead of Audi a3 2016 original Audi sound system sub?( Original sub sounds kind of mid not sub) Thinking now to upgrade to something else .
Which option when trying to save cargo area in small suv? This spare tire sub under the floor or a high quality 8" in small sealed enclosure with 500 watt or so amp?
So this is good for filling in that missing bass into a mild or moderately upgraded system. It's good for balance not for overwhelming bass. Is that a safe takeaway?
It is louder without tire, is sound better though without tire? I have that sub installed but no tire and I feel that sound is not soft enough, thinking to get a tire
Guys I enjoy your videos. Can you do a comparison of the "spare tire subs" from jbl, cerwin, rockville, bose, pioneer? You're reaction to the jbl seems highest, but when you are comparing things on the same day your decision may be different. In between time, I might just stop in your shop and chop it up with you.
I’m a little late to the game on this type of sub. I have a Kia k5. Does the bass travel from the trunk through the backseat into the cabin well? Seems like a lot of people are using this in more hatchback style. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks for the video.
Having seen these donuts around, the market flooded just recently. I have been interested in a review, just because car audio right, and when I saw the vid title I was like "cool". Was surprised! Now, Dean and Fernando, is this SQ???
Hey! Is there any way to test the passive 600W version? I have a 12" p3 to put in my SUV, but I am super interested in the 600W rms passive version. What can you guys do? Or have you all already done the passive version?
Does it need a remote when running off high level inputs? Or does it turn on when it senses the signal? Also, in this application, would you sound-deaden the spare tire compartment for isolation?
Think I'm getting this for my 2016 mini Cooper clubman 😁 I never had a spare tire in there. So should be good. It's a hatchback too🙌🙌 thank you so much for your expert opinion. It won't cause extreme rattling though right? Like in a hooptie? That's not my favorite sound.
Have you all reviewed any of the other spare tire subs? That JBL is on sale at Walmart for $365 but even at that price it's still the most expensive. The CERWIN Vega 600 watts is $340, 1 inch bigger at 12 inches, and at the same 600 watts. I expect both of these to sound very similar but what about the Rockville 11 inch at 800 watts (200W RMS)? It's only $200 and looks to have a very similar wiring harness and controller.
This is nice...the actual speaker is an 11 incher , per my research. I have an 18 Nissan 370Z Nismo and the Bose system sucks, the base module is there but you wouldn't know it...every now and then I hear a note or 2 of bass. I like a tighter bass note personally...I'm very interested. I still want you guys to do full install on my 17 Civic EX-T , I sent you and email with details , Hertz Legends are involved, I can resend if you missed.
cool video. answered some questions I had. probably best for those vehicle with full size spares and not donut/spacesaver spares...bass transcends all languages...
I just ordered this sub. I have never put a sub in any of my cars, Is it a possibly DIY project? Where can I find information about the wiring kit I need? Or is it worth it to just pay to have it installed?
I purchased this after watching your video and the reaction you guys had to it. Im blown away by the sound this all on one sub puts out and I still have all the cargo space in my SUV. Keep up the good work boys!
i want to buy it as well first is the bass like GOOD and was it difficult to install the cables in the car?
For anyone who is wondering how this sounds. They sound great... I was confused but finally have these and I’m thoroughly satisfied. Great clarity great bass and all the space.
Does it shake the car
Zan.Cow yes it sure does. Just make sure you set it up correctly.
I' have just got my jbl today. Cant wait to hear it. I Need additional wires extension for power and ground, and remote. Those included are very short.
It hit great in low freq? Like 30/35 hz?
This sub is amazing. I got mine from a car audio shop for $299 and I am not disappointed whatsoever.
i just bought it with 399€ 🤨
FINALLY!! A channel that test things i can afford!!
kahukuboy did u buy it??
@@soberman4678 i did but i didnt hook it up yet. I gotta some how put it in my wifes car without her knowing. But when i do get it up and bumping ill let you know how it sounds.
kahukuboy ok 👍🏼 yeah let me know I’m thinking about buying one for my Mazda CX-5
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Is that good or bad for a non audiophile?
@@enice617 In short it is good. Take less power to me loud. Which means you can run at 4ohm or 2 ohm and not make things run hot at 1.
Wow, that obesit Roomba thumps. an air pump, light, a charge port, and cables on it and they'll have a great item! nice to know your spare tire won't be lonely any more. THX JBL!!!
My mazda has this type of thing in the wheel made by Bose and it shakes all the mirrors big time. Very impressive
Nissan has the same thing by Bose as well for either the Rogue or Murano.
Thanks for doing this video. I know the "company" you are referring to, and I have the Cerwin Vega VPAS12st in my '05 Acura RSX Type-S. Sounds phenomenal for what it is. A vendor that I talked to had the JBL BassHubPro and the Cerwin Vega for sale. He said that both sound good, but that he recommended the JBL. Of course it's more expensive than the Cerwin Vega.
I honestly believe the JBL and the Cerwin Vega are the exact same product with different branding.
So the slight difference in dB measured between mounting with/without the spare is likely due to some cancellation effect from the spare acting as a baffle at certain frequencies. Mounting without the spare provides a more uniform cavity and not a doubling cavity.
You also load the driver more by placing it closer to the floor directly which can add some efficiency as well.
Because of you guys I just got my jbl basspro hub and I installed it in my gen 3 Prius and I love it thanks
Hey! I have the same gen! Did you use the stereo that came from factory? Or another one?
I don’t . I have an android radio so it has sub pre outs and a remote but you can still use it on a stock radio all you have to do is just tap into one of the rear speakers just for the signal and your golden and you can use the supplied remote to turn your bass up or down trust me your going to love it.
Hell yeah- I was wondering if this would fit my Prius. Glad I found your comment! Cheers
its one of the largest in a tire speakers- of course its going to bop loud:) Most are twin 4 or 5 etc........Nothing but AMAZED with its deep bass:)
Can you do a comparison video between JBL basspro hub and Pioneer ts-wx610a?
You guys should do a comparison between this one, the pioneer one and the Cerwin Vega one
I think he is referring to Cerwin Vega when he said "It didnt work out with the other company"
Thats my attitude! I mean even Rockville just came out with one with a 8" 200rms setup. I need to know how these get down.
I just bought and had the Cerwin Vega unit installed in my VW Sportwagen. They literally look like the EXACT SAME PRODUCT!!! Same enclosure with some slight cosmetic differences. Exact same wired control. Yet a price difference of $100. ???
@@andresparrow2971 have you had a chance to try it out?
The Rockville is pretty impressive for the price . I would really like to know if the JBL or the Vega is better?
I've had Cerwin Vega's version of this sub since 2019 (model VPAS12-ST) and in my 2018 Rio hatchback it sounded amazing. I traded that car in for a '22 Soul, and the sub isnt quite doing enough for me anymore in the larger vehicle. Just picked up 2 of the Skar EVL6.5 loaded ported enclosures for under the front seats, like you guys mentioned @10:00
I’m having the Basspro hub installed in my Altima coupe this coming week. This video helped with me deciding to get it. Thanks a lot
Planning on getting one as well, how you like it so far?
I have a 2019 Rav4 with the JBL Premium audio package. It comes with a Subwoofer in the trunk and Amp in the rear right passenger side. My question is would it be a good idea to buy this Bass hub? Would it be complicated to install with the stuff i already have?
Flip the spare tire over, then install the sub...
I had that in mind as well it probably would be a better fit if you flip the Tire over and then it would be a better fit and hopefully you will be able to close the cover back over it .
Exactly what I was thinking. It would fit perfectly.
What would flipping the tire accomplish? The back side is always facing up. Which is the empty side. Where your brakes would fit. The front side is flat with the tire. The subwoofer would be even higher into your car.
@@ricardomolina4605 that's not how it's mounted in most cars
@@PinMerp Every car I've owned the inside of the spare tire is always facing up. The back side. Like I said the front side is flush. So how would that make more space? It would raise the sub higher into the floor board.
Was seriously thinking about bringing this into my inventory before I saw this. Definitely going to be offering this now. Especially to the dealership expediting side.
I bet that's a great idea for people who lease a vehicle.
Seems pretty decent for what it is. Like you said, it definitely isn't a custom build type wowing.
JBL has always done some good stuff to me.
Great video thank you. The mounting on top of the wheel hump was scary. It just has to be flipped and smooth sailing.
I have a '99 Suburban with the spare standing vertical in the back with the carpet cover on it. I'm going to explore if somthing like that would fit in there. Would be pretty sweet for not taking up space.
I can remember back in my day Pioneer made a product like this. if it works it is a great solution. probably some sound deadening would be helpful as well.
they still make a product like this
Pioneer used a much smaller subwoofer, like 5 1/2 inches .
Very good review. I appreciate your attention to details and thorough overview of the specifications.
I just installed a Rockville spare tire sub in a 2016 rav4, OMG, it blew me away, like the guy says, it’s compact and has the amp built in, very impressive. I want to add one to my Lexus RX 350, I have the Mark levinson package, but I like me a little extra bass. 😎👌🏼
so a little late and i hope you can react to it.
i dont want to buy and make alot of adjustments to my car but i have a android radio with tulp plug (the red/white one) on the back.
is it possible to just attatch it to my radio and thats it? or does it NEED power?
Thank you for the vid , going to purchase one
Excellent video! Thank you! Glad you tried it on and off the tire, was curious about just that!
I think this would be a nice choice for a sub compact. Perhaps a Honda Fit. You could keep all of the cars amazing functionality.
Any chance you put this in your Fit? Considering it for my GK5.
That’s what I want to do … have a 2019 honda fit
This looks like a perfect solution. I need more punch to help the little 6x4s in the classic car but don’t want to ruin the look of the car with a big box. This should hopefully fit inside the oem 14” spare tire in the trunk 😁
Thank you for this review. I have a new car but wanted something simple and hidden away.. i think this it for me... thank you
For my clarity, on average...what does a sealed 12" sub push db wise supplied with similar power?
That's sweet seems to be awesome for SQ application not some crazy SPL and u can still keep that stock look in ur ride like if u lease ur car works awesome
Great info, Dean and Fernando! I have been contemplating buying this for my '24 Camry XSE. You guys sold me. 💯 I watch your channel all the time and totally respect and trust your evaluations and thoughts. Thank you. 👊
Per your review, I'm wondering if I can mount the tire on top of the speaker, to hopefully achieve that better bass produced by having the speaker close to the body. Thoughts?
Good afternoon friend, I write to you for the following.
I have a 2021 Toyota RAV4, and I have 2 sets of JBL STADIUM 62CF components installed, plus a KICKER 10" bass, all connected to a KENWOOD Model KAC-M8005 amplifier.
I want to install the new JBL BassPro Hub and change the amp to make the components louder.
It is recommended to change the Kicker subwoofer for the new JBL BassPro Hub, or whichever is better. And what amplifier would be the right one for that whole system.
Thanks
Would this benefit from using an active LOC like a JL Audio LOC-22 and using the low level inputs vs going straight high level inputs?
A lot better than expected. I thought it would sound closer to something like the Bose system and it's plastic spare tire box in my wife's Nissan Altima. Now I want to order the jbl box and throw the crappy Bose junk away!
Great review, love that you metered it.
I just bouth new subs....my cars all about weight. This is perfect. Im ginna sell my set up and buy this. I love jbl..im listening to you on a 24$ jbl go2 and i im in the other room...this is the way to go.
Hi from Spokane Washington
Leonardo Mota what’s up from Tacoma
That looks like vw subwoofer option
That might be a good idea for my 02 Mustang GT. The head unit has RCA low level jacks for a subwoofer. So I'll have to run a power wire and a RCA cable.
3am here on the oregon coast just started snowing that bass doughnut looks interesting
What would you put around it if there was no spare 2023 Kia does not come with a spare tire
How does it compare to the infinity bass link?
How does this spare tire sub compared to its competitor, the Cerwin-Vega VPAS12ST? The latter is currently $320 while the JBL Basshub Pro is over a hundred dollars more at $460.
The JBL is better, gets lower, more powerful. I bought both to compare.
U should on each car that comes in do a test fit and compile a list of adaptable cars
I have purchased a JBL bass pro spare tire subwoofer.... I'm having trouble adjust the bass it sounds distorted can you help me?
I'm looking to down grade my sounds, however I love deep bass not punchy bass. I'm current running 1 15 sealed skar skr on 1000w kicker amp @2ohms. Would I be happy with something like this, or should I just keep the factory bose spare tire sub.
I’m thinking of getting one i was wondering if it doesn’t fit on my spare tire so it wont be raise and keep tire in what if i cut a circle on the cover of the spare how would it sound ?
Awesome work guys
Do you guys think it is worth installing this one instead of Audi a3 2016 original Audi sound system sub?( Original sub sounds kind of mid not sub) Thinking now to upgrade to something else .
Dean, with the hi inputs would you recommend using something like an audiocontrol lc2i from the car to combat bass roll off from the factory sub?
Yes, that would be the one to use
Which option when trying to save cargo area in small suv? This spare tire sub under the floor or a high quality 8" in small sealed enclosure with 500 watt or so amp?
So this is good for filling in that missing bass into a mild or moderately upgraded system. It's good for balance not for overwhelming bass. Is that a safe takeaway?
It is louder without tire, is sound better though without tire? I have that sub installed but no tire and I feel that sound is not soft enough, thinking to get a tire
Why couldn’t you flip the tire over so it sits down in the rim?
Nice 👌 things that remind me of my youth.
What kinda power connection is on that harness? Do you buy just standard power cables for setting up? Never seen a 16 gauge one tho.
10 awg. It's 4-16 awg cables to form the 10 awg. Same for the ground.
Flip the tire over. Did that fit?
did you put the trunk flooring over it, or is the speaker exposed? You never mentioned the his.
so you think is better to get the jbl stadium hub passive with the 600w amp ?
Guys I enjoy your videos. Can you do a comparison of the "spare tire subs" from jbl, cerwin, rockville, bose, pioneer? You're reaction to the jbl seems highest, but when you are comparing things on the same day your decision may be different. In between time, I might just stop in your shop and chop it up with you.
Nice work..I was curious about this product. Would be cool see this sub playing without the plate protection so we can we see sub excursion...
I’m a little late to the game on this type of sub. I have a Kia k5. Does the bass travel from the trunk through the backseat into the cabin well? Seems like a lot of people are using this in more hatchback style. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks for the video.
Having seen these donuts around, the market flooded just recently. I have been interested in a review, just because car audio right, and when I saw the vid title I was like "cool". Was surprised! Now, Dean and Fernando, is this SQ???
Hey! Is there any way to test the passive 600W version? I have a 12" p3 to put in my SUV, but I am super interested in the 600W rms passive version. What can you guys do? Or have you all already done the passive version?
Yours came with instructions? And a remote???
Hello guys, do you have any idea if this would fit in a R15 replacement wheel in a 2016 jetta ?
I want to know if this would be able to fit in a 2015 chevy spark
Does it need a remote when running off high level inputs? Or does it turn on when it senses the signal? Also, in this application, would you sound-deaden the spare tire compartment for isolation?
I also wondering if a remote wire has to be connected when high level inputs?
Jbl bass pro is more powerful in terms of bass or bass pro hub ?
Why didn't you guys review the 600W Stadium Bass-Hub instead?
If you were impressed with just 200W then 600W will blow your mind.
It was not out at the time
Think I'm getting this for my 2016 mini Cooper clubman 😁 I never had a spare tire in there. So should be good. It's a hatchback too🙌🙌 thank you so much for your expert opinion. It won't cause extreme rattling though right? Like in a hooptie? That's not my favorite sound.
Would it fit an s550 mustang without a spare tire I'm the trunk?
Have you all reviewed any of the other spare tire subs? That JBL is on sale at Walmart for $365 but even at that price it's still the most expensive. The CERWIN Vega 600 watts is $340, 1 inch bigger at 12 inches, and at the same 600 watts. I expect both of these to sound very similar but what about the Rockville 11 inch at 800 watts (200W RMS)? It's only $200 and looks to have a very similar wiring harness and controller.
hi. does that screw fit on japanese car?
This is nice...the actual speaker is an 11 incher , per my research. I have an 18 Nissan 370Z Nismo and the Bose system sucks, the base module is there but you wouldn't know it...every now and then I hear a note or 2 of bass. I like a tighter bass note personally...I'm very interested. I still want you guys to do full install on my 17 Civic EX-T , I sent you and email with details , Hertz Legends are involved, I can resend if you missed.
I hear good things about it I want to know how it compares to what the similar types from Rockville etc for much cheaper
Rockville is crapville
I really want to know how one of these sounds inside a closed trunk
A Space saver....Ah the Old Days.... BAZOOKAS Were the Thing 😄
Very good review thanks .!
What diameter does the spare tire(rim) have to be?
Too Bad other companies are not following behind, i would like a JL Audio or Skar Audio bass Bonut LOL!
I have a sundown 12 with a 1000 wat amp could I add this to my setup?
It's Pedro approved!
cool video. answered some questions I had. probably best for those vehicle with full size spares and not donut/spacesaver spares...bass transcends all languages...
Fits in my spare donut.
Where do I find this. Does it come with Good install instructions? Would like to put it in a mustang convertible since we do not have much space.
I just ordered this sub. I have never put a sub in any of my cars, Is it a possibly DIY project? Where can I find information about the wiring kit I need? Or is it worth it to just pay to have it installed?
just take it somewhere
@@darkjord5823 i actually did it myself. Hella easy
Did you try flipping the tire over to see if it would fit any better?
Think about that for a minute. How would it fit on front of the wheel. When the front side is flat. The backside is the side where the sub goes.
I'm subscribing just to comment with Pedro quotes on every video 🤣
I barely got one here and it 4:20 in Cali
Does this have a base knob/adjuster?
So how did you guys set the gain ? by ears, or multimeter ?
Doughnut for the win
could u flip your rim? Would it fit inside the rim?
Awesome stuff! Lets see that woofer flex 🤨
Doughnuts make me happy too
Which is better underseat or spare tire subwoofer?
What’s the diff between Bass Hub and Bass Pro Hub?
Can i hook this up on LR 2017 discovery sport stock unit? Thanks!