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SEAS X1-04 Exotic F8

Best box: 146.8 L bass reflex tuned to 30.4 Hz · F3 58.2 Hz

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⚠️ Engineering Notice for Builders

  • Large enclosure volume (146.8 L) requires extensive internal matrix bracing to prevent panel resonance.
  • Limited linear excursion (Xmax: 2.1 mm); set a high-pass subsonic filter at 25–30 Hz when driven with high power.

Recommended Bass Reflex (Vented)

PORT BUILDABLE
Net Box Volume (Vb) 146.8 Liters
Tuning Frequency (Fb) 30.4 Hz
F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) 58.2 Hz
F6 / F10 Extension 28.3 Hz / 24.8 Hz
Port Inner Diameter Ø 6.8 cm
Port Physical Length 3.2 cm
First Pipe Resonance 5440.0 Hz
Estimated MOL @ F3 98.1 dB SPL
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Recommended Sealed (Acoustic Suspension)

MAX TRANSIENT DAMPING
Net Box Volume (Vb) 63.9 Liters
System Q (Qtc) 0.707 (Butterworth)
System Resonance (Fc) 51.1 Hz
F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) 81.5 Hz
F6 / F10 Extension 56.3 Hz / 39.7 Hz
Air Spring Linearity High (Zero port compression)
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Thiele/Small Parameters

Resonance (Fs) 31.0 Hz
Total Q (Qts) 0.39
Electrical Q (Qes) 0.455
Mechanical Q (Qms) 2.73
Equivalent Volume (Vas) 146.0 Liters
Diaphragm Area (Sd) 222.0 cm²
DC Resistance (Re) 3.0 Ω
Efficiency Bandwidth Product (EBP) 68.1
Linear Excursion (Xmax) 2.1 mm
Thermal Power (Pe) 100.0 W
Nominal Diameter 8.7"
Catalog Source Load Forge catalog (manufacturer datasheets and retailer listings)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended ported (bass reflex) box volume for SEAS X1-04 Exotic F8?

Load Forge's calculated alignment puts SEAS X1-04 Exotic F8 in a 146.8 liter vented enclosure tuned to 30.4 Hz, reaching an F3 cutoff of approximately 58.2 Hz.

Can SEAS X1-04 Exotic F8 be used in a sealed box?

Yes. In a sealed (acoustic suspension) enclosure of 63.9 liters with a Qtc of 0.707 (Butterworth), the system exhibits an F3 of 81.5 Hz.

What port dimensions should be used for SEAS X1-04 Exotic F8 to avoid port chuffing?

Sized from cone displacement (Sd × Xmax), a minimum port diameter of 6.8 cm with a length of 3.2 cm is suggested; check the port air velocity at your drive level in the Load Forge Studio.

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