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Posted: Mon Dec 15, 2008 7:49 am
by falkenbd
you also don't necessarily need 1200 watts RMS either. The difference between 600 watts and 1200 watts on the same exact setup otherwise is 3 db (theoretically).
I think if you had 600-800 watts RMS as you suggested originally, you'd be fine as long as you built a very good box for the subs. Actually a good box is very important no matter how much power you put to them.
Posted: Mon Dec 15, 2008 8:24 am
by Bwcad1
Power is going to be strictly regulated by box size. to get the best output a well designed ported box will optimize the power on tap. This is also regulated by the spiders of the sub.
The 3 main factors in designing a box is Power, Suspension and Volume Displacement. with those 3 simple factors you can create a well designed ported box. other factors matter but not nearly as much. (this is speaking strictly for mechanical power handling.)
Posted: Mon Dec 15, 2008 3:32 pm
by drdoom23
okay well i used the re box calculater but ive heard from a few its wrong and i dont know how to use the calculater on the dyi site i mean i can build it i just need some one to maybe help me get the specs for the perfect box also i have no clue how to wire the subs to the box i was gonna have the done professinally seeing as though if i dont my warrenty is void anyboby willing to help
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 4:51 am
by cargodz
A very good amp for you would be the American Bass SQ 1500M (2 Ohm stable mono block and probably fit your budget better).
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 6:51 am
by drdoom23
Okay isn't that on the avoid list?also does it have to be stable at 2ohms or can I just get one that does good power at 2ohms? If its not stable is that what causes the power sutting off?
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 6:52 am
by falkenbd
If you are going to have your amp wired professionally, you should consider finding a shop that you trust to install it and buy an amp from that shop. You should save money on the install since you bought it from them. Also, most shops are willing to work with you on pricing. Whenever I've gone into a shop, looking at equipment, they are pretty honest with you about what they can do for pricing.
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 6:54 am
by drdoom23
Man the only place I've had a stereo put in was quilaty auto sound and they suck and r far from honest lol and pricing forget about it their commision based salesman
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 7:07 am
by falkenbd
Where are you located?
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 7:15 am
by drdoom23
Denver colorado
Posted: Tue Dec 16, 2008 7:41 am
by Bwcad1
We Really need to change that list.