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Message: <blockquote data-quote="LCP" data-source="post: 161328" data-attributes="member: 2424">Yo Daniel... yes I know there are leaks, but I don't think it is affecting the bass that I'm getting. Simple explanation here... the leaks are not at the "correct" locations to cause major cancellation of certain frequencies. Just like when you design a ported enclosure, if the port is designed wrongly, you will get poor efficiency, and possible cancellation. But if it is designed correctly, the output of the port is actually in phase and will reinforce the sound. There is also an explanation for the possible good bass in my setup... the subwoofer itself. Although this is not a true freeair sub, it already has some capability, albeit at some lower power levels as advised by the manufacturer. The sub is designed to have very very low Vas (compliance volume), which means that if you put it in a case bigger than the Vas volume, it will perform as if it is mounted infinite baffle. In my sub, the Vas is just 1.095cu.ft. (31 litres), this is already smaller than most people's sealed enclosure! So, right now, with a boot of maybe 300-400 litres, it is definitely a whole lot more infinite than the minimum spec, and little leaks should not be affecting the sound. Btw, there are only 3 noticeable "leaks" between the boot and the interior:1) The ventilation grille near the 3rd brake light housing.2) The rear speakers... with 5.25" speakers, there's some gap in the opening, taken care by polyester fibrefill paddings... LCP</blockquote>

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