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American Sound Connection Single 18" Subwoofer 1" MDF Universal Fit Vented Port Sub Box Speaker Enclosure

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Size: 18" Single


Style: Single


Features

  • DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Crafted with precision and durability in mind, the ASC HP118V enclosure is constructed from high-grade materials. This ensures that the enclosure can withstand the rigors of car audio use while providing a sturdy and reliable housing for your subwoofer.
  • ENHANCED SOUND QUALITY: The ASC HP118V enclosure is engineered for excellent sound quality. Its vented design is optimized to enhance bass response, providing deep and impactful low-frequency output. The vented configuration allows for improved airflow, resulting in cleaner and more dynamic bass reproduction. Whether you're listening to music genres with heavy bass or enjoying cinematic audio, this enclosure elevates your sound experience with its powerful bass output.
  • UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILTY: The HP118V enclosure is designed to fit a wide range of 18-inch subwoofers, making it a versatile choice for car audio enthusiasts. Its dimensions are carefully calculated to provide an optimal internal volume for the subwoofer, maximizing its performance potential. It provides a dedicated space to maximize bass output and enhance your car's audio system.
  • DIMENSIONS: 34-1/4" Width x 22-1/4" Height x 22-1/4" Depth
  • ADDITIONAL ITEM SPECS: Mounting Depth of 20" making it compatible with the majority of 18" subwoofer and a total Air Space of 7.4 Cubic Feet for increased output

Specs & Other Info

SpecificationDetails
Dimensions24 x 8 x 5 inches
Weight87.9 pounds
Model NumberHP118V
ConnectivityWireless
ManufacturerAmerican Sound Connection
Release DateFebruary 13, 2014

Frequently asked questions

The enclosure is designed to accommodate a single 18-inch subwoofer. It's best to ensure your subwoofer's specifications match the enclosure for optimal sound quality.

No, this subwoofer enclosure is considered universal fit, meaning it's designed to work in a wide range of vehicles. However, it's always a good idea to measure the intended installation area in your car to ensure a proper fit.

The enclosure is made from 1-inch MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard), which is known for its durability and excellent acoustic properties, ensuring a solid and vibration-free environment for your subwoofer.

The vented port design allows for more efficient airflow from the back of the subwoofer, reducing air pressure inside the enclosure. This results in lower bass frequencies being enhanced, providing a deeper and more powerful bass response compared to sealed enclosures.

Top Amazon Reviews

🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.


The reviews highlight a mixed reaction to the box's quality, size, and design. While some users found the box to be well-made and a good fit for their needs, others criticized its build quality, packaging, and suitability for various speaker models. Poor packaging leading to damage during shipping, and issues with the port design and overall build integrity were common complaints among unsatisfied users. However, satisfied customers praised its solid construction and suitability for specific speaker models.

Pros

  • 👍 Solid build quality for the price
  • 👍 Resolved woofer cutout size issues for some users
  • 👍 Adequate for specific speaker models, like JBL 2242h and Re Audio MX18
  • 👍 Impressive performance when paired with the right driver

Cons

  • 👎 Inconsistent packaging and damage during shipping
  • 👎 Build quality not uniform; issues with port design and structural integrity
  • 👎 Woofer cutout too large for some users
  • 👎 Requires modifications for optimal performance with certain subs

Should I Buy It?

If you're seeking a budget-friendly option and are willing to make potential modifications for specific subs, it might be worth considering. However, if quality and reliability out-of-the-box are paramount, or if your subwoofer model does not match those mentioned as compatible, you might want to explore other options.


  • nicely built fair price
Nice big cabinet Very well made and nice carpet install
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2024 by tim powers

  • Damaged box received twice . Hole to big. DONT BUY!!
I received a box damaged with a hole cut too big the first time I ordered. I sent in for a return and received another damaged box with the same problem of the damage of the carpet and the whole was too big again. That process took 60 days and now I'm waiting seven days for my refund and have to take both boxes to the dump because they are damaged and defective..I highly recommend it to not buy this product and do not waste your time. I thought I would buy the box to save a little cash from having one custom built but it just ended up being a big hassle!! Furthermore the port design is poor and the box is not very solid. It would need screwed together and reinforced if it has a speaker of any significant value in it, or it will be blown apart in time..too many pictures to post all the damages.. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2016 by Groutmaster Groutmaster

  • Great 18 inch sub box
Great box, came on time, easy to hook up, good work American Sound Connection, will buy another one later, I am ready to buy subwoofer now. EAW subwoofer
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2014 by George Bolden

  • Low line 18 box if you don't mind small mods.
Would like to give this 5 stars, but a couple details keep me in particular from giving it 5 stars. The problem many reviewers have with the hole size was not an issue for me. An Re Audio MX18 fits perfectly without any modification to the hole. With that said If you have anything but an Re MX18 or any other larger than normal subwoofer you will have issues mounting your woofer as the hole will be too large. Unfortunately the Re needs a much more port area than this box offers, a little over double to be exact, so extensive modifications need to be done to get the sub to perform properly. Also the 2 smaller sides(the port side and the opposite side)are 3/4 mdf. I bought this box to hopefully perform some small mods as I typically do with a prefab, but this one will require more than some small mods. Build quality is good as it is mostly 1"mdf, but needs to be much better for my application. Would recommend for any low line 18, but keep in mind the hole will be too big for a low line 18. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2016 by Audio Addict

  • Please spend your money elsewhere..
Figured this was a logical upgrade from my prefab Skar SDR box.. in every sense, I was wrong. Box is absolutely massive, which would be great if it did anything other than take up space. Let’s start with packaging.. single layer of thin cardboard. That’s it. No double box.. He’ll not even a trash bag to waterproof it. Shredded 2x in shipping and was taped together in seemingly every terminal from the tracking info lol. Next, build quality. It’s cheap mdf. We all saw from the listing sure. But only baffle/top/bottom.. sides are like 1/4”. “Sealed air tight”.. where? I think the whole box has one complete seal from corner to corner. Everywhere else is an inch or two here and there. I could’ve done a better job in the dark with scissors for hands. The port is just a scrap piece of half inch mdf tossed in and held there with what seems to be just prayers.. it rattles. A lot. Not just the port wall.. Everywhere. The terminal cup.. is sad. Very sad. “Spring push terminals”. Nope. You get the garbage screw down ones that loosen if you even talk too loud. And on the inside, the terminals get worse.. Thing of them as thick gold colored tin foil that you’re hooking leads to. Pathetic truly. And the driver cutout is definitely large. Too large for some. I didn’t have that problem though, as mine is girthier than most apparently. Finally, if you overlook all of it flaws.. and lower your jewel into it and connect all the proper lightning hoses to it, you’ll realize that it sounds horrendous. Not just the rattling of every panel. But the tuning.. it’s a joke. Like was no engineering done? “We make box. We cut round hole in box. We put more hole here. But square. Lets the whoosh out. Make go boom boom boom”… All jokes aside, The carpet guy.. make that man Chief Executive Officer asap. He seems to be the only employee without a lower than room temp IQ. Those carpet seams.. chefs kiss. Masterful. TLDR: buy something else.. the Skar prefab SDR18 box is cheap, half the size, better terminals, better tuning, and is usually everywhere on marketplace for less than a Benny. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024 by Christopher Erbst

  • DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME
Read the comments and still made the mistake of buying this POS, when it arrived there was almost no protection, scratches and dings all over the box, built poorly almost fell apart as I picked it up to bring inside, looked inside the box, no caulking anywhere and the port baffle was t even touching the top and bottom of box. Do not waste your time thinking that you can make it better, the only thing it made was good firewood ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2025 by David Rich

  • Price and fast shipping
Price and fast shipping
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2024 by ROGER SHAVER

  • Almost perfect for re sx 18 inverted
Carpet was a little beat up but thats to be expected honestly with a box that wieghs 100 lbs.the cutout for the speaker is a little big like others have mentioned for a 18inch. Its more like a 19 or 20inch cut out but it worked out ok for me with my re sx18 mounted inverted plenty of room for the suround to fit inside the rim of the cut out was right next the mounting holes but since the wood is 1 inch thick i predrilled the holes at a 45 degree angle then bought some metal fasteners at home depot. Even though im not using the terminal cups "sub is inverted" they are pretty nice some of the best ive seen on a prefab box. Update: after 2 weeks of banging the port cracked in the middle had to put some wood inside the port to brace it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2016 by tim

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