What MultiChannel Amp?
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
From: Cupertino Ca
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NewVetteLover)
you can afford a JL5005? Next to the Diamond Audio amp, it's probably one of the most pricey 5 channels. Here's a few to consider just in case.....
-Phoenix Gold XS6600 - I believe it's still on the market... it kicks butt, 75x4 with 300 bridgeable for the 5th and 6th channels. You can also add a sublevel control like the JL Audio amp.
-If you can get your hands on a F752 Alpine amp made with Tri Path, go for it... it's a great amp for the money.
-the new Kenwood Excelon 5 channel amp is pretty nice, and very affordable. And best of all, unlike most Japanese amps, it's powerful.
-I still think the JL Audio 5 channel amp is your choice... especially if you're not running anything too power hungry for rears. (JL has 25 x 2 at the rear, 100 x 2 at the front, 250 x 1 mono for the sub).
Btw... JL does not honor warranties on products purchased on the Internet... something to consider. You must send a receipt from an authorized dealer with every warranty problem. This is the case with almost every manufacturer
-Phoenix Gold XS6600 - I believe it's still on the market... it kicks butt, 75x4 with 300 bridgeable for the 5th and 6th channels. You can also add a sublevel control like the JL Audio amp.
-If you can get your hands on a F752 Alpine amp made with Tri Path, go for it... it's a great amp for the money.
-the new Kenwood Excelon 5 channel amp is pretty nice, and very affordable. And best of all, unlike most Japanese amps, it's powerful.
-I still think the JL Audio 5 channel amp is your choice... especially if you're not running anything too power hungry for rears. (JL has 25 x 2 at the rear, 100 x 2 at the front, 250 x 1 mono for the sub).
Btw... JL does not honor warranties on products purchased on the Internet... something to consider. You must send a receipt from an authorized dealer with every warranty problem. This is the case with almost every manufacturer
Thread Starter
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 100,672
Likes: 2
From: Cleveland OH
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (Z oooooo 6)
Btw... JL does not honor warranties on products purchased on the Internet... something to consider. You must send a receipt from an authorized dealer with every warranty problem. This is the case with almost very manufacturer
Thread Starter
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 100,672
Likes: 2
From: Cleveland OH
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NassBlue)
Diamond D7 Series :D
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 2,306
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NewVetteLover)
Diamond D7 Series :D
Which particular amp model is that? I have not seen a 5+ channel Diamond Audio ... maybe I could have the shop hook me up with one of those ...
Which particular amp model is that? I have not seen a 5+ channel Diamond Audio ... maybe I could have the shop hook me up with one of those ...
[Modified by NassBlue, 8:21 AM 6/30/2002]
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 998
Likes: 1
From: Frisco TX
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NewVetteLover)
I have an MTX 5400x. It is really good (never had it thermal on me and I have pushed it hard). It has a class D sub channel on it for better efficiency.
I have heard good reviews of the Hifonics 5 channel amp too (its not a super high-end brand though).
I tend to buy from www.thezeb.com and www.sounddomain.com
Sean
I have heard good reviews of the Hifonics 5 channel amp too (its not a super high-end brand though).
I tend to buy from www.thezeb.com and www.sounddomain.com
Sean
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Race Director
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 14,596
Likes: 0
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NewVetteLover)
I have the new Kenwood Excelon 5 channel amp. It was just a little over $400 and have no complaints what-so-ever. Plus it has a fancy little LED that cycles colors as its on :yesnod:
Racer
Joined: May 2001
Posts: 376
Likes: 1
From: Scottsdale AZ
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NewVetteLover)
Soundstream Rubicon 550-5. 3/5 channel amp. 4x80 (or 2x160) + 1x250 stable to 1 ohm. .02%thd, S/N Ratio >100db, Dampening factor >200.
$429 (was $399) at http://www.onlinecarstereo.com/carau...2&q=&start=26. You will be hard pressed to find a better multichannel amp at anywhere near that price.
$429 (was $399) at http://www.onlinecarstereo.com/carau...2&q=&start=26. You will be hard pressed to find a better multichannel amp at anywhere near that price.
Instructor
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 207
Likes: 0
From: Valrico FL
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (NewVetteLover)
You Bought THE SHIZNIT!!!! I have the 5 channel in the pathy and a 300/1 in the vette....I did not want too much drain on the batt and did not want to install another battery and upgrade my alternator...did you have to?
I doubt that Iwill ever let another soul touch my MagRedII baby, within reason..... :rolleyes:
Again, wish your skills were here in Tampa!
[Modified by Biohazard, 1:20 PM 7/19/2002]
I doubt that Iwill ever let another soul touch my MagRedII baby, within reason..... :rolleyes:
Again, wish your skills were here in Tampa!
[Modified by Biohazard, 1:20 PM 7/19/2002]
Thread Starter
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 100,672
Likes: 2
From: Cleveland OH
Re: What MultiChannel Amp? (Biohazard)
I just bought the amps 5 days ago, and have not got around to installing it ... I plan to, if needed, to upgrade the battery and then lastly the alternator ... it all depends on the results ...