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Old Feb 11, 2012 | 09:30 PM
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I am gutting the Bose and putting in (2)6.5" Kappa Components in the front, (2)5.25" Kappa Coaxle in the back and a 10" JL Audio sub.

Question: Do I buy one 5-channel amp or two separate amps to run the speakers and sub?
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Won't make a huge difference either way. Slightly easier installation, vs. (arguably) better sound when driven hard. I usually prefer separate amps because you have more option, can swap out one amp later if you want to upgrade it, or if something breaks, etc.
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1 amp. amplify fronts and sub. don't amp rears.
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Won't make a huge difference either way. Slightly easier installation, vs. (arguably) better sound when driven hard. I usually prefer separate amps because you have more option, can swap out one amp later if you want to upgrade it, or if something breaks, etc.
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