Kicker L7R Loaded Subwoofer Enclosure - Review

In this week video, I review Kicker 45VL7R122 loaded subwoofer enclosure. Car: 2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback
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[@BirdFromYakiVegas]

Bout to do 2 of these.... Wish them luck. My neighbor at the intersection down the street pulled his hair out over 2 12s and only 500 w, let's pray and hope he doesn't commit suicide on the upgrade. The crazies are the ones that let you know you got something good 💪🏾

[@RiddledEnigma93]

Had 2 of them in my Silverado and got to demo them for Mr Irby & Billfrog from Kicker last yr at Slamology, and they were both impressed!~ Both were running at 1Ω each on a CXA1200.1 each, used a 50% off cpn I won an got the dual 2Ω versions vs the dual 4Ω they use in the boxes.

[@BirdFromYakiVegas]

@@RiddledEnigma93 oh yeah all that space... sounds like a stadium 💪🏽

[@BirdFromYakiVegas]

@@RiddledEnigma93 the old school sound the best I don't know what it is with them steal cars all the way I had 78' Monte Carlo only running 500 watts two 12s but you swore it was a gorilla in the trunk 💪🏽

[@RiddledEnigma93]

@@BirdFromYakiVegas Old friend of mine had a 72 Monte Carlo with some Pyle 12's we used to get for cheap due to mistakes, an a kenwood amp.

[@BirdFromYakiVegas]

@@RiddledEnigma93 oh yep i remember them earthquake Pyles 💪🏽.... They always had the 15s and 18s at the swap meets in Reno, NV hella cheap $29.99-80bucks.... the good old days

[@Jasco15]

I listen to mostly rock and metal. I have 12 Genius audio nitro in a q bomb ported box and some songs sound a lil flat. Would you recommend this kicker and box or just replace the 12 in I have?

[@andyamysarizonaadventures5450]

Good video, I'm putting one in an accord.I wish I had room for my 2 l7 12 box that's 5 cubic foot vented.It shakes an entire house with just 600 watts!

[@mattltech]

Nice review. Thanks! I couldn't help but notice how much your trash can wheel resembles a round Kicker sub @7:06.

[@JeromeJunior]

🤣

[@leonsam12]

Great ass deal. $100 for a nice box, saves the hassle of building your own

[@carprisun_kid2195]

Hey could you send me the link for the borla exhaust for your Scion tC video

[@Johan-Danny-Meppelink]

I got this sub connected on RF T1000X5AD. What i can say, the sub hits hard after break in period.

[@Loso0523]

What’s normally a break in period for a sub?

[@Nevil_Samnauth]

I had this for a few months now, same box but with the L7S sub swapped in it… sounds amazing paired with a 1200w skar amp best purchase i made in a while

[@russellhamner4898]

Ooh those Skar amps are some fancy pants, high falutin', rootin' tootin' high end gear. You pretty happy with your amp? Out of my price range but I can enjoy other people's stuff vicariously.

[@Nevil_Samnauth]

@@russellhamner4898 at that price point, itll beat your uncles jl audio amp 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@russellhamner4898]

Back in the 90s, PPI ProArt amps were sorta the Skar Audio of its time. Not really that great by today's standards, but they sounded amazing by 1995 standards, looked awesome (and still do) and were frequent targets of theft. I'm rambling, but gear that looks as good as it sounds and warrants being shown off with theatrical lighting and motorized pop-up amp racks made 90s era car audio so amazing. You had to be there! #old

[@RemingtonSteel]

@@russellhamner4898 $135 right now for the skar 1200.1 D amp

[@russellhamner4898]

@@RemingtonSteel damn, that's super cheap. I thought all of their gear was high dollar. Of course, car audio has just gotten cheaper at all levels now that between 99.9% - 100.1% of all of it, regardless of price point or manufacturer, is made in China. Back in the 90s there was still a lot of American made gear. It's weird typing or even thinking that now, that there was car stereo gear made in the US and Japan less than 30 years ago. Alpine and Eclipse/Fujitsu Ten were some real top shelf stuff, and were made in Japan just like all of the best of everything. China took the whole pie now, commoditized all but the very tippy top high end stuff that's mostly hand made and aimed toward consumers for whom price isn't even a consideration.

[@supnacho7454]

Dude thanks, I’ve been wanting to throw my old ass hand made box out

[@dude.relax.2451]

I just got this sub, a 1500watt rms amp, and the kicker ported box all for 175$. Absolute fuckin steal.

[@Karizma231]

Wow what a bargain!

[@brockvaught6847]

Where did you get that deal from?

[@dude.relax.2451]

@@brockvaught6847 some guy who's bank account got drained by a hacker in London. He was desperate for money so he was selling it cheap to just get something

[@amanmehta7112]

Amazing review bro. I got duel kicker comps C 10 inch subs in a ported 😢box. What do you think is louder.

[@oscaralfaro1280]

I have 2 l7 15" and your song sounds so good

[@G00DZ1]

Just picked up an L7S10 loaded enclosure I love it its slapps nice video fam

[@revolutionradio2000]

But do it bump doe? Bump as in hit the lows

[@dman2987]

@@revolutionradio2000it thump's hard and tight

[@Ryandexterweems]

Wow my cell phone was vibrating thanks for the demo. Lol

[@shawnwillis8315]

Love kickers I have 2 15 comp r ,im going to get 2 15 L7

[@dejesusa32]

Hi! How do you managed to wire the amplifier ? Did you used any plug and play wires?

[@SumthinDifferent]

I just picked this up matched with a Kicker 800 watt amp. Sounds hard!!

[@curtwilliams2683]

Getting same setup today

[@Starry_Dupree]

Hey I’m really considering getting this set up soon do u still recommend?

[@RellPurnellakaCarshowRell]

I’m looking at this one as well

[@charlesm.9858]

Mahalo for your Video!! I just got this and will have the electronic store install it for me. You just have to sound more confident in this product lol🤙Aloha

[@waynesimmons8186]

Sounds 👍

[@bobbycatina9353]

Can i ask the size of the port

[@michaelmedina6592]

Do you like your rockford fosgate p3 10 more is this kicker?

[@JeromeJunior]

Depends on what genre of music I'm listening to.

[@Irrational_NonSense]

I just put one of these in my truck with the cxa 800.1 amp and it slams! It will definitely take you to pound town.

[@derexleas2579]

Is it a good idea to throw in the back of my Ford ranger?

[@Irrational_NonSense]

@@derexleas2579 yes as long as it’s extended cab. It sounds great.

[@Arizona_Vineyard]

Im currently in audio express getting the same as you did. Something to enjoy

[@javierortega8387]

I have a CompR 500 rms, i want something louder should i go with this one or the L7S??

[@JeromeJunior]

If you already pushing 500 rms, the only way to go louder in your case is a sub with more surface area and x-mas. Or also one with more rms (if your amp can supply the power). The L7R do have more surface area than the CompR, but I would rather go with the L7S if I was you. You will notice a big difference, it has more x-mas than the L7R but does require more power.

[@jaybreezey6945]

I hve the same sub but my 600.1 kicker amp mono. Isint enough power. So I’m guessing 800.1. Or 100.1. Unless the LR SUB IS 1200 rms. In a dif box

[@ntk1875]

What do u think about a 1200w cxa amplifier to this one 12?

[@JeromeJunior]

That would be more than enough power. If you set your gains right and don't overdrive the sub you should be fine.

[@scottylogan3593]

Do u think one of these would hit harder than my to comp svc 12s

[@dank9288639]

yes, guaranteed.

[@djunruly7537]

Does it do good with low frequency does it gives u that deep bass

[@natskar]

I actually switched to this loaded enclosure today from my CompR 12 I had in a custom box tuned at 38hz, so my expectations weren’t very high that the L7 enclosure would hit lower…but I was pleasantly surprised. It hits super low and clean.

[@Iraqveteran-ke6qu]

That’s a nice size box. I ordered a 12 L7S with enclosure and the box is smaller than yours.

[@oznoma1]

How do u like the l7s enclosure. I'm putting in a rzr

[@ssjdavid]

Will 1 12 slap? There’s a local sale for $170

[@HemiLyfeCash]

Yeah they beat hard I have 1 because I didn’t wanna add any more weight to my car but I mean it’s more than enough bass for me

[@romellblackwell83]

Hey bro how long did u let it break in.I had cut back on mine because I started smelling that smell.

[@JeromeJunior]

Sub shouldn't be smelling at all. That's never a good sign

[@romellblackwell83]

Thanks bro

[@Johnny-nd4lu]

Thats normal bro. You want to break them in for a minimum of 2 weeks. I always do 30 days though to make sure they are fully broken in properly. (They will still slap more than enough). Then afterwards I'll adjust the gain and bass to increase it. That small you are noticing is the new rubber so when that happens turn it down and lower the bass. It's a brand new speaker and the rubber is new. There is a resin like substance on it so If you overdo it you'll smell that electric burning smell. Again the smell is normal for brand new subwoofers. Just break them in for 30 days and then you';re good bro. *On a different sidenote* After a few months you can look into rewiring the speakers (simple) so that you can get the most out of them at the lowest ohm.

[@romellblackwell83]

thank you

[@box420]

How does it compare to 2 12" comp on a 300.1 amp ?

[@RemingtonSteel]

You should just upgrade your amp. I have 1 -12" comp R with a kenwood 500.1 and it hits hard for 1 sub. I try to go just above RMS for the subs when picking my amp

[@702Kinnal]

I have a 7LT 10 inch and and it’s supposed to be 500 RMS, but it don’t seem like it can handle it from my JL Audio Amplifier, signal always clips and I set the amp right since it has the clipping LED. Would a 12 L7T be better since it takes 600 RMS? Don’t think my amp is putting out the right power, seems like it’s over powering the sub at times and I have to turn the gain way below normal when I turn the volume up. Sends a bunch of clipping bass tones after 37hz till I turn it down, sometimes it sounds like trash and it’s not even clipping. Would the 12 L7 T perform better or do I need a different shallow Mount sub? Like the JL Audio version? I like square shapes and that’s the main reason I went to the kicker. I’m a square! 😅

[@JeromeJunior]

The sub have nothing to do with clipping. The signal going to the amplifier likely is the cause of the clipping. Get that figured out before you change anything else. If you sending a clipping signal to the sub, it wouldn’t matter what speaker is hooked up. It will always clip

[@702Kinnal]

@@JeromeJunior Should I turn the amp back to where the installer had it or keep it down to where I adjusted it too after it blew my first tensile leads on my first sub. He had it turned up hella cause I nothing but bass at volume 5. After I took it back to them they swapped it out and I turned the amp down when I found out how too that is. Apologies for annoying you with these novice questions and I do appreciate the time you have taken to answer them. Still learning car audio

[@JeromeJunior]

Definitely turn the amp down

[@adaboy4z]

I bought one on Letgo go New/used for $200. Pratically brand new lady said it was to much Bass for her Tahoe. Hits pretty good for what it is a 600 watt sub.

[@oscardacardude3901]

I have a Tahoe and was wondering if it’ll fit behind the 3rd row?

[@adaboy4z]

@@oscardacardude3901 yes it will fit nicely

[@tycdoesit2852]

Yes

[@Tuff_love]

Turn the bass up? $330 for 600rms I guess that's good if you just want a little beat. 👍💯 By the way what amp are you using?

[@JeromeJunior]

Lol I wanted to, but the camera mic would of start clipping. Might do another video once I get a mic that can handle the lows better.. With this thing you can actually here it coming down the block if you play it loud. Love how much air this sub can move. My amp is Rockford Fostage r5001x1d. Birthsheet is showing well over 600 rms at 2 omhs.

[@Luminous.Dynamics]

330 for a sub in box aint bad. Youd pay that much just for a custom made enclosure nowadays not to mention the price of a sub to throw into it

[@NEFFxsaVaGe]

Do you recommend enclosed subwoofer boxes or ported? and I also have a Mazda 3 hatchback it's a 2017 and I have a 10-inch power bass ported Sub that I can't wait to hook up it's been sitting in my trunk and I haven't gotten to hooking it up

[@NEFFxsaVaGe]

Also, is your car dynamatted?, My doors rattle already from the stock bose speakers haha because I listen to a lot of hip-hop too and slap it.

[@JeromeJunior]

I recommend ported 👍🏽. And no the car isn't dynamatted. The factory sound insulation is great. I just need to add some dynamatted to the hatch area by the gas cap.

[@ktruse5833]

Not sure if you ever got around to hooking that up, but I had the same exact one in a 2017 Mazda 3 hb and was really impressed. It was a good set up

[@eduardo13405]

Would a CT sounds 500.1 be enough for this sub? The amp goes as high as 500 watts rms but in one ohm. Can i connect one ohm even if the sub is on two ohm?

[@JeromeJunior]

The sub is wire to 2 ohms. No matter what amp you hook up, the amp will see 2 ohms.

[@eduardo13405]

@@JeromeJunior it will see it at 2ohms but just 250 rms correct? Cause my amp says 500rms at 1ohm but at 2ohm 250rms

[@JeromeJunior]

Correct.

[@eduardo13405]

@@JeromeJunior one last question can this sub be connected at 1ohm parallel?

[@freeair7292]

@@eduardo13405 2ohms in parallel because is dual 4 ohms sub

[@bobbercat2250]

I wish I could get a bigger box like this with the L7, but sealed. The sealed box Kicker has for the L7 is small

[@MrViper7121]

Just use polyfill

[@MrViper7121]

@DJ MBOI another reason why kicker subs aren't used in SQ setups

[@felixlaboy1453]

Hi there buddy, I just came across your video and I’m considering buying the same subwoofer I was wondering are you still happy with it and do you still recommend it thank you for any advice and help

[@JeromeJunior]

Hey, yes I’m still happy with it.

[@felixlaboy1453]

@@JeromeJunior Thank you. 🙏

[@bougelaal]

hows the sound quality and responsivensss?

[@JeromeJunior]

Sound quality and responsiveness is good. I haven't heard it fall behind on fast basslines or sound sloppy.

[@ktruse5833]

Shout out Mazda 3 gang!!!

[@russellhamner4898]

I always associated Solobarics with small sealed enclosures, based on specs and marketing, but if they're selling plug-and-play / all-in-one preloaded enclosures that are ported then I guess they're more versatile than we've been lead to believe. I always thought of Solobarics being barkers or growlers, or whatever they're called (woofers?) with low mechanical damping that needed small boxes.

[@Nevil_Samnauth]

Nobody cares

[@russellhamner4898]

@@Nevil_Samnauth yuh-huh.

[@luisgomes8291]

I got this l7r with a 750.1 and it slams hard..this is a really good sub for the money

[@JeromeJunior]

Yea i agree.

[@jeffreymelgar9877]

I can’t find the song he played

[@Ultimatequickreviews]

I'm actually downgrading from dual 12 hawks that rattle peoples homes. to a more clean bass build. smaller.

[@yootyler]

If I got 1 12 hawk in a ported box would it be pretty loud?

[@mitchellgarcia4061]

Want to buy this but I’m not sure what amp get?

[@JeromeJunior]

Rockford Fostage and Kicker makes great amps. They dyno each amp before it is packed. Just find a Class D amp with atleast 500 RMS, more RMS is fine.

[@Starry_Dupree]

@@JeromeJunior if I ran 800 watt kicker amp on this sub would u recommend?

[@eduardogonzales589]

Un amigo tiene esa bosina con un amplificado JL AUDIO 500.1 i le rompió el retrovisor la cajuela la desase 👍👍👍👍

[@erasmoibarra1679]

Yo lo compré con un amplificador de 1350 5 canales y también este amplificador para las voces de la puerta . Y no la levanto mucho 😂😂😂se escucha bonito pero no mucho bajeo será . Que necesito otro amplificador o epicenter audio control bass

[@aidenmartinez2544]

Can u do an update vid

[@JeromeJunior]

Sure. I'll get to it.

[@RobbieSuede13]

You traded the tC ?

[@JeromeJunior]

Yea i did.

[@RobbieSuede13]

@@JeromeJunior :(

[@aidenmartinez2544]

Do another video

[@KeepSycklids]

6:00 if u don't wanna fall asleep from all the jabbering on bout nuthin really

[@Real_Richmond_510]

I have 4 L7r 12's with kickers ported enclosure in my cl55 amg...... these subwoofers pound ridiculous! I will be swapping them out for the new solo x kickers and upgrading my amp, batteries and alternator for this summer. Looking to shatter souls when the bass drops! Right now I'm at 147db and should be at 170-190db with the solo x subs.

[@Luminous.Dynamics]

"170-190db" LMFAOOOOO 😹😹😹😹 Impossible, thats not how sound works

[@hektik1984]

@@Luminous.Dynamics lmao, i was about to say the same thing. "170-190db" lmaooo

[@russellhamner4898]

170db-190db? More like 150db. Generally, doubling power gives you 3db gain but there is a point of diminishing returns, and if you're already at 147db - which is LOUD AF already - you may have reached it already.

[@Real_Richmond_510]

@@russellhamner4898 I have 12 cubic feet extra, plus a redesign for the solo x's that I got now, and working on porting the enclosure with one huge port, all custom , all measured out to use every hit of volume possible. But I'm hoping for 170 as it's been done before by the same builder in another E55 AMG. So there is 5 cubic feet more in mine and mine is a two-door. So it can be done. Just may fall short. Hopes are high tho.

[@Harvz78]

I got the sealed version, it's not loud specially in the trunk of the car. This is probably only good for pick up truck.

[@JeromeJunior]

You should get a ported enclosure if you want loud.

[@RoyCordic]

Did yours smell funny when you first had them installed?

[@JeromeJunior]

No

[@brandonleavitt8974]

Wow it did not make the air freshener move lol

[@aaronperry248]

You mean the sub and the box weighs 60lbs?

[@JeromeJunior]

Yes

[@jackbrister9186]

Home says 2 ommms

[@bearxbunny1835]

Seems like your scared to turn it up

[@JeromeJunior]

No not at all. I didn't want to overload my camera mic.

[@WindTemp3st]

Its ok if you want ok sound

[@Starry_Dupree]

What do u recommend

[@WindTemp3st]

But the mirrors doesnt even shake😅

[@Starry_Dupree]

He said he didn’t even have it turned up

[@goodtimesmedia.1171]

A sealed box would be way better for deeper bass!

[@dank9288639]

Not even lol

[@hustlehi808hawaii4]

Sub is not 60 pounds, it’s a great sub still tho

[@JeromeJunior]

Obviously I am talking about the entire unit, which this review is about 🤦🏾‍♂️. This review is about a loaded enclosure, Not a individual subwoofer.

[@waynesimmons8186]

Add a cap too good work ..

[@Tuff_love]

Caps are a waste of money.

[@bigkarl3143]

SKAR SDR 12's are way louder lol

[@kenedie611]

bruh were here to hear how it sounds, not you talking

[@JeromeJunior]

The video is called a review 🤷🏾‍♂️...lol

[@KeepSycklids]

Talk less we don't care about how it fits just get to the point how it sounds 😂😂😂😂utubers be talkinnway to much just for us to skip all dat shit

[@dakotabever3772]

I want that kicker