I've had my jlw6v2 in 3 different vehicles over the last 10 plus years. Still pounding. I think the quality of the speaker has made it last this long. Paid 500 for one when new.
@@Prince-sq8yl I found one on Craigslist, dude got a DUI and needed cash fast, he sold me a 12w6V2 with a custom-made ported box, built to specs, for $200. I almost felt bad taking it for the cost. I’ve had it now for 5 years, still pounds, and sounds excellent.
They are good quality no argument there but as far as durability any decent sub that's not abused should last. I had a Polk db12 I paid $60 on sonic electronics it lasted forever over 10 years of daily use. But it was on 250w vs its 350w rating. It only met it's maker from it being grossly overpowered by my son on a 1200w amp being used as a temporary sub. But then again it's back up n running again with a custom re cone that cost $30ish in parts but now has a 4 layer coil and paper pulp cone vs poly. Way lower FS now.
I have the 10w3v3 HO ported wedge and a 12w1v2 sealed. Jl does make good sounding subs. Now I found both of mine at pawn shops so I'm wining on the price point! I would like a 10w6 next!
@@thefreestylefrEaK Wow, 2 years later and what a find. Nice. Best I got recently was a W3 8" Micro sub and enclosure for $40. Yesterday a W6 10" V3 in the HO ported box for $300 and today another W3 8" Micro sub w/ enclosure for $140. But your $20 deal wrecks these deals.
@@45eno I just picked up a 12 inch w6 in a ho box with a jl 250/1 amp with it for only 350. Felt bad though cause the guy from Craigslist had to sell it because he lost his job and was moving out his home
Hi cool video I have the gray V2 like the one you got and it got burnt out the bad amp I had. Do you think that is worth reconing it I got a quote from speaker saver in Florida for $150
W7 are supposed to be better because they can handle for RMS watts. But the W6's are just as good. The W6 is expensive but W7 are more expensive. Can't go wrong with a W6 though.
Stiffer spider on v3 and higher qts = louder. I have both as well. If your on a budget you can get a psi platform 1 10 for 250, I'd say they have the v2 spider with the v3 magnet and w7 surround
Best for what? Have you ever heard what a Dynaudio Esotar 1200 can do SQ wise? Do you also realize there's a bunch of pro audio drivers from Precision Devices and B&C that will outperform any JL in both SQ and SPL? Have you heard what the new Focal K2 E 30 KX can do in terms of both low end extension and power? Trust me, the hey-day of JL is long gone. Unless they get the sound quality of those W7 drivers up tonpar, and quit building rubbish amps, they are not very interesting. No matter the task at hand, another brand has something that betters it. All that being said, there's one JL driver that is of some value. And that is in fact the 10W6-v3.
@@AB-80X I'm on a 3,500 budget and was thinking about getting two 12" w6v3's and jl amp to push it... I am looking for big bass, but I'm getting older now and I'm not all about SPL.. I do love loud music but I want the best of SQ... I keep thinking that jl is just plain asking too much for to little. What would you put in my 08 Pontiac torrent if you wanted the best of SQ and also SPL.. I would rather not spend 3500 tbh..
@@calebbrowne923 Depending on what you plan on doing with your system, I would either get the Gladen SQL 12 or SQL Exstreme, 12 or depending on a few things in your setup, the Stereo Integrity HST subs might work very well. At what point do you plan to cross your sub and lf drivers? What's the maximum size you have available for sub box per driver in ft*3? If you are planning to do a ported box with the JL 12w6 and if you can keep the crossover point below 95-100 hz, there's not much that can touch the Stereo Integrity HST-15MKIII in a sealed box. It needs a total of 1.7 ft*3 if you add about 2-2.25 lbs. of polyfil damping. That's 1.7 including the driver. Once you add the port and driver to the JL ported box, the JL box will be larger than the HST-15 box. If you have less space and plan to run the JL in a sealed box, the HST-12MKII Is a good choice. If you have the 1.7 ft*3 available and don't cross over too high, don't let the fact that I suggest a 15 inch scare you. It is a driver with VERY good definition, it has a high sensitivity, and it reaches so far into the basement that it will satisfy most - it has an Fs that is over 10 hz lower than the JL. It was made to do well defined lows in a sealed box. I run a pair of their 18's as pure subs crossed at 50 hz. They can go way below what is needed and they stay clear and tight. The only caveat with the HST drivers is that they don't like a too high crossover point. If your system can run with a crossover point below 100, it's not a problem. In the case that your system needs to be crossed in the 110-120 hz region, the Gladen usually works better. Note that your crossovers needs to be 24db L-R filters.
@@AB-80X Thank you for your response. I will admit, you've kind of overwhelmed me with information. The torrent is an Suv, so it has space. I was thinking of actually putting 2 fifteens in the back. I always liked ported boxes but for this setup I'm not willing to give up all my cargo space but I'm willing to sacrifice a good chunk of it. $3500.00 is about what I'm willing to spend. I just want to be blown away with quality and i still want to be able to feel it kick me in the chest.. Hard. I would kind of like to keep my electrical system somewhat simple. I'm going to do the big 3 and go with the best alternator that will fit my setup and get a high output battery.
@@AB-80X also i should mention that my ride is setup to take 4 6.75" speakers. I'm not looking to add to much to that other than putting some kind of quality speakers in the existing slots. I am willing to add tweeters and MAYBE a couple 6x9's in boxes.
Haters will hate because they got that kicker garbage in there cars lol you can’t compare a 600 dollar speaker to a 100 dollar piece of shit kicker sub we all know that’s what haters bump kickers lol jl audio is top notch
mine blew out in 3 years, but they have refoam kits for 15-25$ from resellers Wondering if I should refoam mine, or go with a Skar or a Sundown SA for the sealed 10". barely have depth room as is for the JL since the sub was almost up against the back, and this likely effects sound , and for cooling maybe enough to have even .5 inch of opening.
People that buy these aren't looking for a "way more stout sub", they want a high quality sub that produces incredibly clean bass and will last many years when ran properly... this isn't in any way an SPL sub, Quality is their first priority.
@@2869may I'm not referring to a 100lb bass monster but there are plenty of subs that produce excellent sound with a good build quality that are priced hundreds lower. Take the sundown SA v1 or v2 they are regarded as having excellent SQ and even with sundown's higher than average pricing is way less. Just one example Is JLs plastic formers a high end feature? Think not no one uses plastic for there formers for good reason... Also JL makes so many proprietary parts you can't rebuild them as is with out there overpriced parts if you can even buy them so it's toss it in the junk pile buy another overpriced product or replace frames ect. And then rebuild it. Hey if dropping another 700 to $1000 isn't an issue go for it but not me I don't wanna throw money away.
@@95Sn95 I understand that. I have Kicker Q Class and would say they're close to W6's IMO... I've only owned W1's which were very good and are still pounding in my buddies Tahoe. (12 yrs old) Which shows you won't need to rebuild them if you treat them right.... But I agree with you about the price, it is a bit unreasonable but as long as people are willing to pay it and keep them in business they're not coming down.... same thing with shoes and Oakley sunglasses and so many other products.... A lot pf people are ego driven to pay those prices, just to able flaunt those products.
I was looking at Sundown SA 10" myself. I have the 10w6V2 , and the sub magnet is almost right up agaisnt the back of my sealed enclosure, and I think this makes a sound difference. Sadly the Sundown is the same exact mount depth of 6.9" so since I have only 7.25" and the minimal is .5" with already some effects, I want to find a bit more shallow sub for my special sealed enclosure.
Bro, you should have done a little more research before making this video. Some people were probably banking on your true expertise at this point if they clicked on your video. Or maybe you could just stick to comparing toothpick models and brands from now on.
I've had my jlw6v2 in 3 different vehicles over the last 10 plus years. Still pounding. I think the quality of the speaker has made it last this long. Paid 500 for one when new.
Expensive, but great sub!!
@@sgt.hollowpoint6968 how much and how hard is it to find a v2 and are they still expensive?
@@Prince-sq8yl I found one on Craigslist, dude got a DUI and needed cash fast, he sold me a 12w6V2 with a custom-made ported box, built to specs, for $200.
I almost felt bad taking it for the cost. I’ve had it now for 5 years, still pounds, and sounds excellent.
They are good quality no argument there but as far as durability any decent sub that's not abused should last. I had a Polk db12 I paid $60 on sonic electronics it lasted forever over 10 years of daily use. But it was on 250w vs its 350w rating. It only met it's maker from it being grossly overpowered by my son on a 1200w amp being used as a temporary sub. But then again it's back up n running again with a custom re cone that cost $30ish in parts but now has a 4 layer coil and paper pulp cone vs poly. Way lower FS now.
@@95Sn95 did you do the repair yourself? And if so, how was the job as far as time/difficulty on scale of 1-10?
I have the 10w3v3 HO ported wedge and a 12w1v2 sealed. Jl does make good sounding subs. Now I found both of mine at pawn shops so I'm wining on the price point! I would like a 10w6 next!
@@thefreestylefrEaK Wow, 2 years later and what a find. Nice. Best I got recently was a W3 8" Micro sub and enclosure for $40. Yesterday a W6 10" V3 in the HO ported box for $300 and today another W3 8" Micro sub w/ enclosure for $140. But your $20 deal wrecks these deals.
@@45eno I just picked up a 12 inch w6 in a ho box with a jl 250/1 amp with it for only 350. Felt bad though cause the guy from Craigslist had to sell it because he lost his job and was moving out his home
Nice video thanks for uploading! Does your trim ring snap in place? Right out of the box mine was lose and falls right off.
No it didn't.
ive had both in the same car and i honestly like the w3v3 in a sealed enclosure vs the w6 in the HO box
Hi cool video I have the gray V2 like the one you got and it got burnt out the bad amp I had. Do you think that is worth reconing it I got a quote from speaker saver in Florida for $150
I'd say yes, but ONLY if it's local that way you don't pay for shipping, or if you need to return to shop for service.
Is there anything to gain when going with a W6 vs a W7 or is the W7 better in every category
W7 are supposed to be better because they can handle for RMS watts. But the W6's are just as good. The W6 is expensive but W7 are more expensive. Can't go wrong with a W6 though.
The w7 is capable of handling more power there for gets louder,they are both very accurate excellent sounding subs.
Stiffer spider on v3 and higher qts = louder. I have both as well. If your on a budget you can get a psi platform 1 10 for 250, I'd say they have the v2 spider with the v3 magnet and w7 surround
Can jl audio take power
If paired with recommended amplifier, yes. Hope this helps.
Speaker price
$400
JL makes the best subs. Both of these are solid.
Best for what?
Have you ever heard what a Dynaudio Esotar 1200 can do SQ wise? Do you also realize there's a bunch of pro audio drivers from Precision Devices and B&C that will outperform any JL in both SQ and SPL? Have you heard what the new Focal K2 E 30 KX can do in terms of both low end extension and power? Trust me, the hey-day of JL is long gone. Unless they get the sound quality of those W7 drivers up tonpar, and quit building rubbish amps, they are not very interesting. No matter the task at hand, another brand has something that betters it.
All that being said, there's one JL driver that is of some value. And that is in fact the 10W6-v3.
@@AB-80X I'm on a 3,500 budget and was thinking about getting two 12" w6v3's and jl amp to push it... I am looking for big bass, but I'm getting older now and I'm not all about SPL.. I do love loud music but I want the best of SQ... I keep thinking that jl is just plain asking too much for to little. What would you put in my 08 Pontiac torrent if you wanted the best of SQ and also SPL.. I would rather not spend 3500 tbh..
@@calebbrowne923
Depending on what you plan on doing with your system, I would either get the Gladen SQL 12 or SQL Exstreme, 12 or depending on a few things in your setup, the Stereo Integrity HST subs might work very well.
At what point do you plan to cross your sub and lf drivers? What's the maximum size you have available for sub box per driver in ft*3? If you are planning to do a ported box with the JL 12w6 and if you can keep the crossover point below 95-100 hz, there's not much that can touch the Stereo Integrity HST-15MKIII in a sealed box. It needs a total of 1.7 ft*3 if you add about 2-2.25 lbs. of polyfil damping. That's 1.7 including the driver. Once you add the port and driver to the JL ported box, the JL box will be larger than the HST-15 box.
If you have less space and plan to run the JL in a sealed box, the HST-12MKII Is a good choice.
If you have the 1.7 ft*3 available and don't cross over too high, don't let the fact that I suggest a 15 inch scare you. It is a driver with VERY good definition, it has a high sensitivity, and it reaches so far into the basement that it will satisfy most - it has an Fs that is over 10 hz lower than the JL. It was made to do well defined lows in a sealed box. I run a pair of their 18's as pure subs crossed at 50 hz. They can go way below what is needed and they stay clear and tight.
The only caveat with the HST drivers is that they don't like a too high crossover point. If your system can run with a crossover point below 100, it's not a problem. In the case that your system needs to be crossed in the 110-120 hz region, the Gladen usually works better. Note that your crossovers needs to be 24db L-R filters.
@@AB-80X Thank you for your response. I will admit, you've kind of overwhelmed me with information. The torrent is an Suv, so it has space. I was thinking of actually putting 2 fifteens in the back. I always liked ported boxes but for this setup I'm not willing to give up all my cargo space but I'm willing to sacrifice a good chunk of it. $3500.00 is about what I'm willing to spend. I just want to be blown away with quality and i still want to be able to feel it kick me in the chest.. Hard. I would kind of like to keep my electrical system somewhat simple. I'm going to do the big 3 and go with the best alternator that will fit my setup and get a high output battery.
@@AB-80X also i should mention that my ride is setup to take 4 6.75" speakers. I'm not looking to add to much to that other than putting some kind of quality speakers in the existing slots. I am willing to add tweeters and MAYBE a couple 6x9's in boxes.
How much
How much did I pay? I paid $450
JL
Haters will hate because they got that kicker garbage in there cars lol you can’t compare a 600 dollar speaker to a 100 dollar piece of shit kicker sub we all know that’s what haters bump kickers lol jl audio is top notch
The V2 are garbage had 4 of them and the surround foam blew out in about 6 months
Lol, and they're JL too. Smh😔
mine blew out in 3 years, but they have refoam kits for 15-25$ from resellers Wondering if I should refoam mine, or go with a Skar or a Sundown SA for the sealed 10". barely have depth room as is for the JL since the sub was almost up against the back, and this likely effects sound , and for cooling maybe enough to have even .5 inch of opening.
Nice sub but Not for what Jl charges, you can get a way more stout sub for there prices.
I love MA Audio
@@sgt.hollowpoint6968 Would you say it sounds better than the JL? 10" vs 10" ??
People that buy these aren't looking for a "way more stout sub", they want a high quality sub that produces incredibly clean bass and will last many years when ran properly... this isn't in any way an SPL sub, Quality is their first priority.
@@2869may I'm not referring to a 100lb bass monster but there are plenty of subs that produce excellent sound with a good build quality that are priced hundreds lower. Take the sundown SA v1 or v2 they are regarded as having excellent SQ and even with sundown's higher than average pricing is way less. Just one example Is JLs plastic formers a high end feature? Think not no one uses plastic for there formers for good reason... Also JL makes so many proprietary parts you can't rebuild them as is with out there overpriced parts if you can even buy them so it's toss it in the junk pile buy another overpriced product or replace frames ect. And then rebuild it. Hey if dropping another 700 to $1000 isn't an issue go for it but not me I don't wanna throw money away.
@@95Sn95 I understand that. I have Kicker Q Class and would say they're close to W6's IMO... I've only owned W1's which were very good and are still pounding in my buddies Tahoe. (12 yrs old) Which shows you won't need to rebuild them if you treat them right.... But I agree with you about the price, it is a bit unreasonable but as long as people are willing to pay it and keep them in business they're not coming down.... same thing with shoes and Oakley sunglasses and so many other products.... A lot pf people are ego driven to pay those prices, just to able flaunt those products.
I switch to Sundown. I’m running 4 of there SA10s on a Sundown SFB3k and they are 100%better than JL and they freakin hammer
Nice!! I've heard good things about Sundown. Thanks for the info. I'll definitely look into possibly getting a Sundown Amp. 🤙
I was looking at Sundown SA 10" myself. I have the 10w6V2 , and the sub magnet is almost right up agaisnt the back of my sealed enclosure, and I think this makes a sound difference. Sadly the Sundown is the same exact mount depth of 6.9" so since I have only 7.25" and the minimal is .5" with already some effects, I want to find a bit more shallow sub for my special sealed enclosure.
But you're here looking at JL videos 👀
Bro, you should have done a little more research before making this video. Some people were probably banking on your true expertise at this point if they clicked on your video. Or maybe you could just stick to comparing toothpick models and brands from now on.
Thank you for watching.
What a hater...damn...🤦♂️