What amplifier
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Melting Slicks
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What amplifier
Im going to put in a new head unit,2 way component door speakers,and a 10 in. sub. Could you tell me what i need to look for in a amplifier.I take it that i will need a 4 ch. amp.,but what specs do i need to get in it? Thanks
Drifting
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You need to choose your speaker first. Once you have your speakers, buy an amp that supports the speakers RMS output. If your going to use component speakers, I would use two amps. Use a mono for the 10 inch sub and a multichannel for your component speakers. Once you pick your speakers, if you still have trouble picking your amp, post up. But you need to get the speakers first. I hope this gives you an idea.
Melting Slicks
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80 - 100 watts rms per channel minimum. Plus built in x-overs would be great. A 4ch. amp will turn into a 3 channel amp easily and will need a lot less wiring. Let me know if I can help....
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1754535
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1754535
Last edited by VinceC5; Nov 13, 2007 at 12:19 AM. Reason: thanks scott!!!
Le Mans Master
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80 - 100 watts rms per channel minimum. Plus built in x-overs would be great. A 4ch. amp will turn into a 3 channel amp easily and will need a lot less wiring. Let me know if I can help....
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1862359
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1862359
i've been pretty happy with 75wrms but it can get drown out if you have the top down and have a loud exhaust. Also the efficiency of your speakers will have a lot to do with the volume as well. Also we'd need your budget to start off with. As a default starting point i'd look into a used xtant 603x. I've owned one of these and it's amongst my favorite amps (only to be beat out by my current amps) It has 75 wrms x2 and 300wrms x1 (@ 2 ohms)
Safety Car
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I have a Hifonics Zeus 4 channel amp powering a pair of 5 1/4" infinity Kappa components and a 10" subwoofer.
You get a lot of bang for your buck (Hifonic Zeus is under $200) with this amp and I have it wired in three channel mode. Front channels for the components and the rear channels bridged for the subwoofer.
You get a lot of bang for your buck (Hifonic Zeus is under $200) with this amp and I have it wired in three channel mode. Front channels for the components and the rear channels bridged for the subwoofer.
Le Mans Master
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Racer
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The 603X is a nice single-amp solution for an entire system (and so are its predecessors, the 3300C/3300X, and its sucessor, the X603). This amp has more than ample power for everything but the most demanding systems. Personally though, I'd consider a brand new X603, as I've had mixed experiences with used amps.
