MEGA BASS EXCURSION - 15" SMD Enclosure Build/Test - Lexus ISF System Install Video 1

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MEGA BASS EXCURSION - 15" SMD Enclosure Build/Test - Lexus ISF System Install Video 1

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See the build pics here: www.stevemeaded...
I decided against the 2 12's in the bandpass box and decided to go with the brutality, yet clean sound of an SMD 15" woofer. It weighs about the same so it was an OK trade off. Of course, i had to give it a test listen before i decided to make the cuts to help get the bass into the cabin.
This will be a LONG build but i will post as many vids as possible during the journey. I plan on making it look clean, with a plexi glass window in back (with an F logo on it) and all trimmed out to match the interior. It should look nice when done and sound even better.
The box will be sealed off from the trunk so there will be NO trunk rattle.
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@NickRon06 5 жыл бұрын

Who’s watching in 2019 I still am and this build still looks crazy

@biglouy 12 жыл бұрын

I know absolutely nothing about car audio or audio in general... BUT I love these videos simply because these builds are obviously very well done and I can appreciate watching anyone who knows what they're doing build beautiful pieces or work.

@dascurly 12 жыл бұрын

hey steve...i replied lastnight,thanks for the offer man.just bought my first 15"s,planning my box too,getting all getty like a school for the new jams and a psyph test,THANK YOU!!

@poopoopoop40 12 жыл бұрын

Dude I've been dreaming about the day you put system in that beast. My dream has finally come true

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

Dr. Steve says deep bass (below 50hz) @ 150db won't even do a fraction of the damage to your ears as something @ 1000hz @ 135.

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

i didn't even work on the car yesterday.....had to work on other things. My shop is a BUSY place :) I will have an update soon though. Thanks! :)

@SwordLords1234 12 жыл бұрын

Finally! The Lexus build!!! Promise not to leave us for days like during your Tahoe build Steve!

@2logical 12 жыл бұрын

Finally! I have been waiting for this phase of Steve's Lexus transformation.....

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

no prob bro thanks for the support..

@bigserge07 12 жыл бұрын

Love that "Built with pride in the U.S.A." You don't need me to tell you but you're doing an amazing job with your builds....keep it up bro. Sending a shout-out from Houston, Texas.

@thevirtualmixtape 12 жыл бұрын

You're not a car audio nut then, this shit never gets old...

@rekashemacko29 8 жыл бұрын

this is probably the 7th time im watching this playlist lol always amazed

@nolan_IRL 12 жыл бұрын

has to be the cleanest install i've seen to date. great job.

@MrVagabi 11 жыл бұрын

love this guy builds ..always out of the normal world...would love to hear it in person

@djfusion1 12 жыл бұрын

I love watching SMD Videos, Steve is an Audio Genius!!!!!

@GKB210 12 жыл бұрын

Steve, you have inspired me to try and build a bad ass system in my 2012 Scoin tC, and to have some trunk space! I love your videos, I stay up all day n' night watching them trying to learn! Love ya man, keep up the sick work!! SMD for life!!

@cawcaw4u 12 жыл бұрын

Respect. I respect the fact that Mr Meade here has the history and the knowledge to know that the little bit of structure removal he's done will have very little to nil effect on his car... however to affirm the beliefs of the uncertain few out there who cringed at the sight of the tin being removed from the "track day car if you wanted it to be" - this can be said: the rigidity of the chassis from the OE Manufacturer is set towards a goal of passenger safety. This doesn't = bass. shucks *_*

@tw1ztidkilla 12 жыл бұрын

woot build videos brings me back to the Tahoe build

@Zheetz 12 жыл бұрын

Looks like fun!! I like the box and it is going to sound ten times better when you get it set up. Post whenever you can!!

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

just fine. Besides, there is also a hole in the middle if you didn't notice that.

@aewald1 12 жыл бұрын

Just like the old day, can't wait!!!!

@thepunchdagger 11 жыл бұрын

I figured they'd take a beating knowing the SMD quality reputation, but that's very impressive. I'd love to hear something like this in person if you ever come out east sometime!

@guitar911rock 12 жыл бұрын

A BUILD! FINALLY! almost like the good old civic days!

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

i hope!! i think it will!

@SolidTheMighty 12 жыл бұрын

OH SHIT ABOUT TIME. It's looking beastly so far.

@jizzle44crips 12 жыл бұрын

Hurry up and post another vid on this build, I'm goin crazy waiting to see it lol

@trunkbangking 12 жыл бұрын

cant wait to see it done and hear it

@sikranger805 12 жыл бұрын

I have the t3 6 1/2 components in my 2012. Ram and wow they sound clean.I have had morels and german maestros and they keep up with the best so I can imagine how ur lexus will sound

@thewizard112 12 жыл бұрын

that is dedication cutting holes in your lexus isf, i wont even cut holes in my escort xr3i!

@CodyleeCovers 12 жыл бұрын

cant wait to see a vid wit this thing all put together

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

that port is proper i dont know who's video you are watching or who you are trying to school.....but you got the wrong guy. There is no flare its rounded over and that is PLENTY good. It would be plenty good if i didnt round them off.

@HighTQCummins 12 жыл бұрын

hahaha when i seen u get into it w/ the tin snips i said "damn, i bet he gives up on that quick" Gonna be honest, took a little longer than i expected to see somethin go in the lex. Keep it up steve, you know i'll be watchin

@2681flawless 12 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see the next video.to see what else your gonna do to the isf

@CHEVonsteam 12 жыл бұрын

i've been waiting so long for this build.

@wazzenisexzy 12 жыл бұрын

Mann if i ever visit america, id love too see the chevy's bass! Insane..

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

the steel above and below the hole are extremely strong and wont be touched. The flimsy sheet metal i cut shouldn't make much of a difference. I will let you know if i roll the car how it did although i believe that piece of metal would be the last of my worries.. LOL

@deeje00 12 жыл бұрын

I like how you wear earmuffs to saw when you drive the Tahoe around like it's no big deal haha.

@debug_duck 12 жыл бұрын

if its not nominal bridgeable then you need a symmetric audio signal. you connect the noninverted signal to the left channel and the inverted to the right and you simply connect the speaker on both positive terminals of the channels

@DevDoesAThing 12 жыл бұрын

oh you didint know steve ?? extreme bass has been linked to causing n2o bottles to burst and spray ...cmon steve you slacking how do you not know the power of your badass works of art :) keep it up man always puttin out the best

@Paulyfr3sh 12 жыл бұрын

I cant wait to see what it sounds like.

@misterjimmy81 12 жыл бұрын

I am loving this build Steve. gives me flash backs when you were building your Tahoe :)

@pmgj13 12 жыл бұрын

voiding warranties... your doing it right lmao awesome steve, cant wait for a finished vid

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

a little over 4,000w with mids/highs included. Thanks! :)

@Kurtscronicles 12 жыл бұрын

Man, what i'd do just to have the scrap speakers in your shop loll. I love your work that you do, i've been following you for awhile now and the work you do is just fanominal!

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

Sorry man i disagree with your last sentence. Your install will determine how much SQ you have not the brand and Kicker will do just fine in the right hands just like any other sub will. Thanks though man!

@kwesidavidson7131 10 жыл бұрын

will it be a crime to ask for the detailed build specs and cut sheet for this box? just love it

@BeginnerBikeLife 10 жыл бұрын

I want know too, I have CT Sounds Meso 12, I'd like to have in a similar box

@MrHotshot1995 12 жыл бұрын

where is the love button this is gonna get insane looking forwad to it bro

@richdog102 12 жыл бұрын

i followed the build log and that shit is so clean......for real man that shit is dope!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

didn't cut the frame

@thepetshark 12 жыл бұрын

It's actually 100ft. Its not about loudness, its the intensity (vibration) of the wave that hurts our ear. Loudness cannot be assigned a specific number, but intensity (frequency, pitch and tone) can. Intensity is measured in decibels. The human ear is more sensitive to high sounds, so they may seem louder than a low noise of the same intensity. Just a word of knowledge. Btw 140db is weak, kind of like your argument. Good day sir tacokid.

@DG22SF 12 жыл бұрын

T5's nice! Bet they are going to sound great in that Lex!

@TheVancouverJatt 12 жыл бұрын

This is going to be great man... Cant wait

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

to anyone else reading this: I only have 1 cd here to give to this man......BUT, stay subscribed, i always give stuff away and you never know what or when! Also, Psyphs new shit is dropping soon and it does nothing but THROB from the first song to the last. /psyph1

@mbalingit 12 жыл бұрын

damn man ive been waiting for this build! good luck man and cant wait to see it done

@WilkinsChunilall 12 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah commitment cutting away at ISF panels still under warranty.

@peladetoparati 12 жыл бұрын

i thinks its the first time i see you working

@INITIALGTMR2 12 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for the day when some beat was installed in the Lexus. Nice steve, you really know how to make us all jealous! Awesome stuff bro can't wait to see it in the trunk, might have to play some Yelawolf 'Pop The Trunk' when its done ;).

@crashhole 11 жыл бұрын

With all the exposure to bass, I just assumed the sound of sheet metal being cut wouldn't affect you :) I wish I would have though of hearing protection back in the day when everyone wanted a 4 pack cut in their rear deck :P

@h8u4ever 12 жыл бұрын

1:48 that's some really nice excursion right there!

@Eye4GotM8 12 жыл бұрын

steve you crazy mayne...but your dedication to makin shit slam can't be touched... willing to cut into a nice car to get some beat

@lunchbox8955 12 жыл бұрын

"stupid dumb loud"...my favorite

@MetallicAtack 11 жыл бұрын

Is it bad that I want a similar install for a Mercury Sable?

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

i hear it. Check your speakers.

@JuSTSound4 12 жыл бұрын

I love the CD excursion at 3:20 it's complete madness I would love to hear that much bass, but I'm stuck with 8 inch kevlar subwoofers, which still punch a lot considering I'm only giving them 125 watts RMS when they're rated at 250 each. :)

@thepetshark 12 жыл бұрын

I like the ear plugs when you're grinding as if the bass is much quieter lmao :)

@shanesubashe787 Жыл бұрын

Still love this build.

@jjunfer 12 жыл бұрын

Wow Steve ... i'm wondering, that port going in angle inside of the box, ends very close to the bottom wall of the box (about an inch?) .. Wouldn't that proximity affect tuning fr. of a port ? Or I'm thinking totally wrong (?) looking forward for more videos and build pics, I love you work, greetings from Croatia ! That Lexus is so ''tasty''

@techmaster170 12 жыл бұрын

Gosh, I wish I could build boxes are well as you can. Looking awesome, been waiting for ya to do a system in the lexus for a while.

@Xempt_One 12 жыл бұрын

exactly..you dont see other cars with the full sheet sitting in there..just the top crossmember of the frame for boot support

@jessejames760 12 жыл бұрын

Looks sick bro,keep up the clean and loud work...

@mrchrisk36 12 жыл бұрын

nice looks like its going to sound good and knock lows like a champ and big thumbs up for having the balls to cut the metal out of an expensive and very nice car all for better audio:)

@RippedJolt 12 жыл бұрын

God damn, so many dont know's leaving comments on here. Ya'll should do some research before acting like you think you're a genius. Looking good steve.

@keeper15km 12 жыл бұрын

that port is beautiful

@streetstomper 12 жыл бұрын

awesome, cant wait to see it finished.

@jesseadkins187 12 жыл бұрын

how good is it gonna do with the back seats up against the sub and port?

@erictaylor72 12 жыл бұрын

this is for my bass only steve & I love my low bass....

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

thanks!! time to get smelly though, i was eyeballin the resin dispenser and was like..."nahh tomorrow" lol!!

@shanklin07 12 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I knew it was just a matter of time before this was happening. It can only get better from here folks!

@Xempt_One 12 жыл бұрын

it wont effect the structure because there is something taking its place anyway..and because its still got the outlines of the whole plate that was there it should still be as rigid. although im just making a guess its probably correct..the roof is the thing that holds the car together, not really a plate behind the seats

@eddiemann1599 9 жыл бұрын

Love the box Steve, I was wondering if it's possible to get the specs on it and how you manage to get so much power from multiple amps to one sub because my local car audio shops says it can't be done

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

why wouldn't it?

@TheKillzone69 12 жыл бұрын

whats it feel like to cut up a 60,000 doller car? love it brother keep up the good work!

@B15SDMDESIGNS 11 жыл бұрын

Something I have never quite understood is firing the sub and port against the back of the seat (in a saloon car). I know you cut the metal panel away but once you reinstall the rear bench it will be covered again and restrict the airflow. Am I right in thinking the air travels through the centre arm rest in this case? I installed 3 x 12 JL audio subs into a Merc E-class and struggled to get the maximum sound from the trunk and into the cabin of the car. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.

@Lumpydonut 12 жыл бұрын

oh hey lets take a hacksaw to my $60k car. Steve you have officially reached rockstar status.

@chevylife13 12 жыл бұрын

damn hacked some sheet metal that is commitment and I saw the build picks looks like the ISF is getting another bottle

@pinoyboy21491 12 жыл бұрын

Damn your ISF looks super nice

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

too small. Thats only 28" of port. I used 51. I won't have any turbulence issues no matter what the youtube experts say.

@Darksydakiller 12 жыл бұрын

More vids!!! Awesome man can't wait!!!!!

@ashiha13 12 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you mentioned turbulence. Is there any way to reduce turbulence without changing the port itself? I've seen that B&W uses dimples to reduce turbulence, hence reducing port noise. I was wondering what your thoughts were.

@Lordshrimp69 12 жыл бұрын

Cool thanks man big respect from the uk dude.

@ArchosTLB 10 жыл бұрын

im only 14 but i have an extreme obsession with bass and subwoofer and i would rly like to build my own but,i dont have supplys anyway i love bass and these dudes builds

@ArchosTLB 10 жыл бұрын

Skype me @: NateDuttonMC

@ImKittyCow 7 жыл бұрын

damn 3 years later hows shit holdin up?

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

thanks man i appreciate that

@jesseulibarri1642 10 жыл бұрын

You are the man steve. I envy your work!

@Loudizzzzle 12 жыл бұрын

Steve I haven't seen ya mention anything about additional batteries or upgrading the alternator. Gonna be runnin a bunch of power in there so just curious. Definitely tuned into this build! LIKED!

@juliomendoza2013 10 жыл бұрын

I seen lots of your work but i never seen you make a push-pull box on a car. You should make one it would sound sik

@sickoneniner1904619 12 жыл бұрын

STEVE YOU KNOW WHAT...! YOUR THE FUCKING MAN CANT FUCKING WAIT FOR THE NEXT VIDEO.....!!!!!!!!!!

@jamescompass1 12 жыл бұрын

Are you going to test with term lab to.see what you can do once its all said and done? Awesome Kobe on everything you do Steve! Much respect! !

@WE2TECH 12 жыл бұрын

ppl are stupid!!!!! i have watched ur vids a long time since "my eye popped out" that lexus is sick u are a master of the audio keep it up and fuk the haters

@phillipvill 6 жыл бұрын

I barley seen this vid. I like how u playd a hi tone. You usually see speakers play a 26hz note which u cant tell how the speaker really performs. But seeing that u can play a high not with a 15 or bigger lets me know how great the sub is.

@meade916 12 жыл бұрын

mdf, birch.......its all the same outcome. Especially after i glass the inside.