Pianoman, fist I think you should cool down, we are here to help you; begin nasty will result with no respond from us. I'm still behind my fist statement. LOW PASS will result with higher power from the sub amplifier. Break-in is very important for the servo unit as well as the cone moving parts. The amp on the sub can get hot if running in high volume and the smell you are getting is not necessary a Dead Sub; it might be a little stressed. Let it cool down and check my first first advice.
Velodyne Subwoofer Problem?
Has anyone else had trouble with Velodynes new subwoofers? I just bought one, HGS-18. It worked the first night, but after being left on all night (it was supposed to automatically shut off), the green light is blinking (which indicates thermal overload). I turned it off and then back on, but it keeps blinking. I think I can smell some toasted electronics. I'd guess something burned up inside.