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Generating 20 Hz pulses cheaply

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JohnB

Jan 1, 1970
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Hello experts!

I would like to run a cheap experiment. I will take a 10 or 12" subwoofer
speaker, and wish to make it pulse from 0 - 20 Hz. I would like to do this
relatively cheaply.

Needs:

1) Function generator - would be nice to have a digital display, but not
necessary. I see function generators all over eBay. It seems I can buy
anything that can produce my desired frequency range. (?)

2) Amplifier - Do I need an amplifier, or can I connect the above directly
to a sub? I have NO idea what specifications I need here. I just wish to
make the speaker pulse at the low frequencies. I would like a good pulse,
a muddy vibration would not be good. What do I need to look for, what
should my spec. concerns be?

3) Subwoofer - I would like something relatively lightweight that I can
easily hold in my hand. I'm guessing that isn't an issue, as the cheaper
the speaker, the smaller the magnet, and the lighter it is. Buying a cheap
one on eBay okay?

4) Connectors - I see function generators tend to have BNC outputs. do I
look for BNC to RCA connectors at Radioshack? How should I connect the
generator to the amp?

Thanks for the advice,

John
 
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