Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Audio Will a small tear in sub cone affect bass

Dude, do what you want. It's a big-ass JL sub for $50. I used to tinker with speakers a lot when I was in my teens. And one thing I learned is that the foam surrounding of a speaker can easily be repaired with a little silicon. No worries, just spread it on even and about 1/2 inch past the end of the tear. You'll be good as new. Save some $$ too. Now that doesn't mean the voicecoil isn't fried, but if you buy it without hearing it first that's the chance you're gonna' have to take. Is the glass half full or half empty? Your call.