Orion XTR 2500.1D Amp Dyno Test - Real RMS Power at 12.6 volts

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  • Опубліковано 18 бер 2017
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    It's 2017 and my brain is still wired to 1994 when the Orion XTR-2250 (1000 watts RMS) sold for 1300 bucks. Here we visit the present time when you can get a 2500 watt RMS amplifier for $439 USD. I've been in talks with Orion for a few months now as I keep getting requests to test their amps. I decided a good one to try would be the XTR 2500.1D. Rated 2500 watts at 1 ohm, 12.6 volts, seems like a good price point for many car audio enthusiasts.
    As stated in the video, Orion sent me this amp to test (not to keep, will be returned) and they did NOT pay me for this video. I had already bought an XTR 2500.1D to test, so it was also great that I had two to compare. Some people think MFG's may send me a "boosted" amp or one that's not the normal. I was able to try out both amps and confirm this is the norm for the current Orion XTR 2500.1D amp model.
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  • @anthonydelgrosso6518
    @anthonydelgrosso6518 6 років тому +251

    for being 37 years old, Orion was King when I was in my teens. to see Orion coming back makes me wanna get back Into systems lol

    • @thenotoriousrvh6091
      @thenotoriousrvh6091 6 років тому +32

      anthony delgrosso Lol do it !! I'm 47 and got back in after a 10yr hyatis 😀😀😀

    • @DibeezyTheGifted
      @DibeezyTheGifted 6 років тому +29

      I'm 37 also and I jus decided that the water feels good lately... I'm jumping in!!

    • @mem10fan2
      @mem10fan2 6 років тому +4

      anthony delgrosso I had the xtr 2250 back in 2000. This amp got extremely hot as a part of its normal operation because it had an RPS power supply vs PWM. Orion makes very good products.

    • @xIntoThePitx
      @xIntoThePitx 6 років тому +1

      Orion makes great subs. I had two Cobalt 12s about 7 yrs ago. I couldn't even push them to their potential with the old kicker amp I was using and that was plenty enough to vibrate my eye balls blurry and give me an enormous headache. I think the 2 subs with a nice ported box was around $300 at the time.

    • @joeythornton4405
      @joeythornton4405 6 років тому +21

      anthony delgrosso Im 38 married 3 girls and my wife is Pissed but guess what Orion System going in car next Week!

  • @timothykees6187
    @timothykees6187 11 місяців тому +7

    Because of the video I just purchased and Orion XTR 2500.1Dz.
    Thanks. Keep up the good work.👍🏽

    • @florzellpaschal4405
      @florzellpaschal4405 10 днів тому +1

      @@timothykees6187 how's that amp performing and is it still running?

  • @bearscubs6994
    @bearscubs6994 5 років тому +12

    Loved the old school Hcca Orion amps from the 80's and 90's btw another great video

  • @alfa7108
    @alfa7108 4 роки тому +15

    This is one of your videos i keep watching over and over love this amp. Great vid

    • @wal
      @wal  4 роки тому

      Thanks man 🤙

    • @juanmelendez8849
      @juanmelendez8849 5 місяців тому +1

      @@wal hey bro will this amp do .5ohms??

  • @anthonyriley1472
    @anthonyriley1472 6 років тому +4

    I appreciate you for doing this I was curious about how this amp performed and I was surprised with the results

  • @13BTRX3
    @13BTRX3 6 років тому +65

    Just got my XTR2500.1Dz. Supposed to have an "updated power supply" birth certificate shows 2969 watts! Thanks again for the reviews, keep on helping us weed out the bullshit!

    • @pgarza2
      @pgarza2 6 років тому +3

      13BTRX3 got the same updated version...I love it!

    • @eerereps
      @eerereps 6 років тому +2

      does it have a variable sub sonic filter or is it still a switch at 25Hz?

    • @jamesmcnugget2564
      @jamesmcnugget2564 6 років тому +1

      eerereps still a switch but amazing power so can't complain at the price range

    • @ronjeremy1796
      @ronjeremy1796 6 років тому +2

      Mine doesn't say 5000 watts on it does that mean it's a newer model?

    • @jamesmcnugget2564
      @jamesmcnugget2564 6 років тому +1

      The new models say there rated power 2500 watts.....it also says 2500.1dz not 2500.1d good luck I have new model an it's a beast for sure!!

  • @ianwallace9740
    @ianwallace9740 3 роки тому +4

    Hey Big D. Thanks for all your efforts man. Really appreciated. Some of us love this side of the world.

  • @alfa7108
    @alfa7108 4 роки тому +3

    This is one of my top 5 favorite vids from you. Im saving to get one of these.

  • @pureonyx5090
    @pureonyx5090 5 років тому +3

    I got mine and replaced my hifonics amp. This thing is amazing . Have running two dc level 3 12s in a ported box at 1 ohm . Speakers haven't broken in yet so it well only get better !!! Thanks a million

  • @davidlarue5713
    @davidlarue5713 7 років тому +3

    Keep 'em comin, Big D. Another beast from Orion, love it.

  • @snchillin
    @snchillin 5 років тому +14

    No way .8ohm f*** sick .
    Another good video Big D.

  • @cameronkoehler6504
    @cameronkoehler6504 7 років тому +5

    I was considering that amp and now I'm definitely getting it

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +3

      +Cameron Koehler I think they've sold a few since this test 😬

  • @Thomas-xj3qw
    @Thomas-xj3qw 7 років тому +4

    I love this amp . I person do have one in my truck and it's a monster for it's tiny micro size. best budget/ affordable​ amp for everyone needing raw power

  • @alhammons7112
    @alhammons7112 7 років тому +8

    Hey Big D! First of all, I'm thankful for what you do. I'm really happy that you have stepped in the direction of modern amplifiers vs only OS amps. This Orion amp laid down some pretty impressive numbers despite the modest price tag. This is the type of amp that will resonate with the majority of car audio buyers. Again thank you and keep those midrange amp dyno test coming. BTW, how much did a Fosgate Power 1000 MOSFET cost new and how many watts did it put out? LOL!! Things sure have changed!

  • @mikeraskin7319
    @mikeraskin7319 5 років тому +1

    I love that they put the remote turn on in-between the power and ground connections.

  • @ancientalien815
    @ancientalien815 2 роки тому +1

    I just got my hands on one of these. Very very impressed!

  • @vellowilson5857
    @vellowilson5857 7 років тому +21

    I see Orion is back!!

  • @spingel88
    @spingel88 7 років тому +20

    I'd love to see what the XTR4000.1 does. I've got one and it has kept me fairly impressed.

  • @uptobatentertainment
    @uptobatentertainment 6 років тому +1

    That amp loves Dynamics in music much more than sine tones... Awesome Vid, thanks D Wiz ... awesome you tested both and they both had similar results.. what an amp..

  • @joeanderson444
    @joeanderson444 3 роки тому +1

    I have 2 of these strapped to a 18" Sundown ZV-5 DVC 2-ohm. Running the strapped amp to these coils in series and these two amps are still pushing in the mid 4K in wattage at peak. My car blows 400 amp fuses. Incredible!

  • @evanfield8361
    @evanfield8361 6 років тому +4

    After watching this video I recommended it to my brother.I am a hard core old school orion fanatic.But I gotta give these new orion amps a big thumbs up.my brother has a stock alternator with one xs power battery in the back and it stays around 13.5 to 14 amps.I would definitely recommend this amp to anyone.It really makes a lot of power with pretty low amps. Definitely is worth the money it's a really great built amp

    • @wal
      @wal  6 років тому

      One of the best values out there IMO!!

    • @promo130
      @promo130 6 років тому

      sure, on stock alternator. what is he driving a heavy rig

    • @evanfield8361
      @evanfield8361 6 років тому

      promo130 no he drives a chevy truck it has two batteries one running the truck and a xs battery for the electric.he only runs one 10 and the amp is not pushing near the power it can

  • @damienleeherrera
    @damienleeherrera 7 років тому +3

    nice! now that reminds me of some old school Orion power! 👍

  • @LTSRIDE24
    @LTSRIDE24 3 роки тому +1

    I just ordered this amp from Amazon & I'm hoping it ends up being a good fit / decision!
    Thanks for the review!

  • @shawnbestsr5901
    @shawnbestsr5901 7 років тому +1

    thanks a lot Big D. I been waiting for the dyno every since this amp came out. now time to go but one.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      I was leaning on buying the XTR 4000.1D to test, but it was almost 2x as much and I wasn't certain my test bench could handle that amount of current, so 2500 it was

    • @shawnbestsr5901
      @shawnbestsr5901 7 років тому

      I heard the 4000 was a beast

  • @WSKRBSCT
    @WSKRBSCT 5 років тому +8

    Seeing this stuff makes me want to see amps tested at 12.6V, 20Hz - 20kHz, with THD at or around 0.02% THD - like the good ones used to.
    I would really like to see some of the best old amps pitted against the new Class-D 3KW-ish, all-other-stats-be-damned amps on the market that allegedly kick the crap out of the old-school amps in every conceivable way.

  • @iceman45ification1
    @iceman45ification1 7 років тому +4

    Whoa momma!! That's one hell of a sub amp!! 😨 You're gonna need a huge alternator to keep up with that beast. Probably the only new Class D amp I wouldn't mind running. 👍

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +8

      As a Class A/B guy, I can tell you, I'm impressed by these. I'm going to run with an extra battery and factory alt in my Accord at 3 ohms powering a JL 10W7 for a while to see how it does. Already really impressed with how it powered the four RF Power 12's at 2 ohms. I was going to do a "flex" video, but when I turned it up enough so you could see the subs flex, stuff was falling and rattling all over the OSS labs, lol

    • @iceman45ification1
      @iceman45ification1 7 років тому

      BigDWiz Wow!! lol

  • @michaelvickers89
    @michaelvickers89 7 років тому +1

    Thank you big d wiz for making this video I have been wanting to see this amp tested for so long ! 👍👍👍😎😎😎

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @jeffneedstogivejakeaturnon1083
    @jeffneedstogivejakeaturnon1083 7 років тому

    sick video big d.
    It's good to see orion still making solid products

  • @molloyvader
    @molloyvader 7 років тому +72

    And now watch these boys fly off the shelf faster than a CAB. But damn these have to be the most under rated amps on the dyno ever.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +12

      yeah, 200 plus watts more than rated at 12.6v, 1 ohm and they test at 100Hz an easier frequency on the amp than the 40Hz tone I use. Would have been really interesting to see results at a constant 14.4

    • @ronjeremy1796
      @ronjeremy1796 6 років тому +1

      BigDWiz how much fusing would u recommend since it's under rated

    • @jamesmcnugget2564
      @jamesmcnugget2564 6 років тому +4

      Swisher Sweets don't go over its recommend 200 amp I have a 150 in the back fuse block an have yet to blow it...not about the extra gobs of power it puts out but the spiking of the output that blows them from what I have gathered bc I wondered the same thing

    • @ronjeremy1796
      @ronjeremy1796 6 років тому +1

      james mcnugget thanks

    • @raymedina9507
      @raymedina9507 6 років тому +6

      THEY GET BURNING HOT AND SHUT OFF WHEN PUSHED HARD . THEY SHOULD HAVE BUILT IN FANS AND WAY BIGGER HEAT SINK.

  • @claymcclanahan9191
    @claymcclanahan9191 6 років тому +8

    Hey Big D, I've watched this video several times and it still blows my mind how much power this amp puts out. So, I'm sold on this amp for my bass. My question is do you have any plans to do a dyno on some of the Orion XTR 4 channels? Such as the XTR 500.4 and the 750.4. Was wanting to run the XTR amps for everything but thinking that if this 2500.1D amp is that underrated that maybe the smaller Orion 4 channel amps are just as underrated. Thinking these smaller 4 channels may try to blow my Infinity Kappas out of my doors. Seems like most amp dyno's on youtube are on class D bass amps. Would love to see some dyno's on some underrated AB Orion 4 channels. What ya say Big D???? Can ya make it happen??? Love, Love, Love your videos!!!!! Keep 'em comin!!!

  • @garyaxton5143
    @garyaxton5143 4 роки тому +1

    After seeing this , I bought one too. Awesome amp. It's over a yr old of beating on it . it still works good at 1.5 ima. 3 scar 12 s. Have to keep it low because it will eat the scars up.

  • @210Designs
    @210Designs 7 років тому +1

    Thank you bro!!!! I've been hearing mixed reviews on this line as well as all Orion amps. I'm sold!!!!!

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      I bought the first one to test then raffle off, now I'm not sure what I'm going to do with it

    • @210Designs
      @210Designs 7 років тому

      BigDWiz - decisions, decisions.... It's win either way man. Still waiting to see that vid of your JL build, in your daily driver 👍🏽

  • @xXMrfreezeXx
    @xXMrfreezeXx 6 років тому +5

    Just got one of these dz model, 2988 watt birth sheet :)

  • @memelorddavid2938
    @memelorddavid2938 7 років тому +3

    orion stepping it UP!

  • @slojoegtstang5775
    @slojoegtstang5775 5 років тому +2

    I love my 2500xtr. Bad ass unit!

  • @byronbridges4753
    @byronbridges4753 Рік тому +1

    Now that's what I'm talking about! Meeting & exceeding specs!!😯👍

  • @TheRamkissoon
    @TheRamkissoon 7 років тому +4

    very impressive.
    try testing their cobalt series amp please.

  • @inspectorspl
    @inspectorspl 6 років тому +5

    Received the dz’s today! 2954 @ 12.6 on one birthsheet. I haven’t opened the other box yet. 10 cents a watt! CRAZY!

    • @wal
      @wal  6 років тому +3

      Insane!

    • @sabarlow80
      @sabarlow80 4 роки тому

      Any difference between the two models?

  • @nealhardin6869
    @nealhardin6869 2 роки тому +2

    Orion is , was, and always will be the king in my opinion. I don't have the fancy equipment to put it on but I have real world experience with them. They make awesome power and super clean sound. Do not play these Amps with your key on and your engine not running. You will fry them with voltage drop. But keep the voltage up and it will blow you mind!

  • @shebaadc
    @shebaadc 4 роки тому +1

    Loved Orion from the day I saw them work years ago, from then on my entire system are all Orion HCCA MODEL from the monster subs to the amps running one amp per sub, the amps are turned down yet my system is ridiculously loud at a 153db at 45hz even though the enclosure is tuned to 35hz.

  • @cafe80s
    @cafe80s 6 років тому +9

    Finally a refreshingly honest amp, and then some! Loving it!

    • @wal
      @wal  6 років тому +2

      The Dz version is even more powerful. Crazy bargain 🤙

  • @mallorycainjr.1921
    @mallorycainjr.1921 4 роки тому +5

    What about the 4 channel xtr wiz I need something for my mids and highs 🤙🏿

  • @cartycartyamplifiersalesrepair

    Great dyno testing Sir really appreciate this video keep up the good work 👍👍 🙏

  • @LividLeon
    @LividLeon 5 років тому +1

    Orion speakers and amps make great music. On the the 30th I'm installing a CB1500.4 for the door speakers and CB1500.1D for the sub.

  • @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083
    @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083 7 років тому +24

    that amp is unbelievable! I must get one!

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +11

      I don't know how this video will affect availability, but I'm thinking it may impact some of the available stock :-P

    • @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083
      @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083 7 років тому

      Yeah I was thinking the same thing. I already went on amazon and they have 3 left. I already have a skar rp2000.1d which is also underrated. it does the job for sure. not like that orion though good lord! if you get a chance do a dyno run on that skar rp2000.1d please? I've seen the skar companies dyno test of it. I'd like to see yours though.

    • @joshhanson6777
      @joshhanson6777 7 років тому +6

      BigDWiz how many people went straight to pricing these amps right after the video? I'm sold!

    • @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083
      @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083 7 років тому +3

      I did haha. They have 15 on amazon still.

    • @bastostalapia9373
      @bastostalapia9373 7 років тому +2

      neverenough BASS none left on amazon.

  • @MrCoontastic
    @MrCoontastic 7 років тому +34

    It would be cool if you would make a leader board like top gear used to do.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +25

      that's a good idea

    • @hongbitter7142
      @hongbitter7142 6 років тому +9

      BigDWiz it's a great idea

    • @incognytothegreat
      @incognytothegreat 5 років тому +4

      @@hongbitter7142 the sooner the better... cuz I think i'm going to pull the trigger on this before it spikes in price!

    • @seanmichael2777
      @seanmichael2777 3 роки тому +3

      Williston Audio Labs we still waiting 😭😭

    • @jacobwebb8818
      @jacobwebb8818 3 роки тому

      @@seanmichael2777 Ikr :,(((

  • @K4gixxer1000
    @K4gixxer1000 7 років тому

    Wow Big D glad to see an old school brand step up tks for the video been a patreon supporter for along time!

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      I GREATLY appreciate your support bro!!

  • @jaysmith4770
    @jaysmith4770 3 роки тому

    I am SOOO Glad I just ordered this amp!!💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

  • @SwishaMane420
    @SwishaMane420 7 років тому +13

    My XTR1500.1D just came in with a birth cert showing 1628. Hell yeah! Only reason I bought this amp is because Big D Wiz had such good results with the 2500.1D.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +3

      +SwishaMane420 birthin' da big ones 😱

    • @rebeccadeyampert2957
      @rebeccadeyampert2957 6 років тому

      +BigDWiz what is the fuse rating on this amp and what is the maximum fuse or fuses can I use after upgrading the electrics?? sounds like a 4 battery and hi amp alt to me.. sorry I am a newbie just trying to learn more...

    • @gregpcollins
      @gregpcollins 6 років тому

      bought a xtr1000.1d too power two 12 inch Rockford fosgate punches .The XTR amps are no joke .

    • @jamesmcnugget2564
      @jamesmcnugget2564 6 років тому

      Rebecca Deyampert it suggests using a 200 amp fuse so I def wouldn't go higher....but I have a 150 amp fuse that I'm using on my 2500.1 bc I'm jus lazy an that's what my fuse holder came with an have yet to blow it but also haven't went full tilt yet bc I know my electrical is still not up to par.... :/

    • @chriscamp5190
      @chriscamp5190 5 років тому

      Mine registered at 3940

  • @Skarfar90
    @Skarfar90 7 років тому +15

    7577w @ 13.37 volts
    Talk about an *ELITE* amp

  • @boodecarlo
    @boodecarlo 5 років тому +2

    Bought this amp because of you Big D. Been running it for 3weeks & to say I'm impressed is an understatement. Matched it up with a HCCA 12 & it's an amazing combo. Thanks again for doing what you do Big homie!

    • @Purplenurplehitman
      @Purplenurplehitman 5 років тому

      What ohm load are you running? I just hooked the same amp up to the 12.2 version at 1 ohm and the amp keeps heating up extremely quickly

    • @212Tan
      @212Tan 2 роки тому

      @@Purplenurplehitman you need better wiring and more batteries

    • @thomasbradian6367
      @thomasbradian6367 Рік тому +1

      @@212Tan a unusual hot amp is usually a impedance problem, not a wire or battle problem. In sure if he could afford at least 4guage wire. If your system can handle a inline fuse, you don't have power

    • @212Tan
      @212Tan Рік тому

      @@thomasbradian6367 I'm way past that bro 320 amp Iraggi alt, 300 amp hour of AGM XS Power reserve, double runs of zero gauge (American Bass), VFL comp 8K and 2 Xmaxxx 12 d2s ran at half ohm final load.

    • @thomasbradian6367
      @thomasbradian6367 Рік тому

      @@212Tan then you should know better. Ex, lets say he has a 2ohm stable amp, but he wants to run 6 6by9's, so we bring two to 8ohm and leave one at 4ohm, know using ohms law r1xr2 - r1+re meaning 8x4=32 8+4=12 12 goes into 32 2times with a remainder 8 that gives you a 2.8ohm load, meaning he beat that amp all day long without overheating. So by you saying new wire's and batt is ridiculous because he's probably only running one amp, hell I ran 3 amps of factory alt and 2guage wire. I'm saying All this to say its got to be a impedance problem, because I'm sure he's not running over a kilowatt of power. You have a competition system, meaning you need batteries to get ever db you can, because the only differences between 100watts & 200watta is 3 decibels. I go back to the JL audio w5's, the specks for box was so big that it took up the whole trunk space in a 1990 cougar

  • @joeJoe-pb3su
    @joeJoe-pb3su 7 років тому +1

    wow! nice amp. I always liked orion but they were always over my budget. Hopefully one day I can afford one. great video.

    • @SuperBlah57
      @SuperBlah57 7 років тому

      it was about 350 or so on amazon when i bought mine a few years ago

  • @jhue73
    @jhue73 7 років тому +81

    i just ordered one of these from amazon. it has been out of stock and hard to find probably because of this video, thanks BigD:) i wonder how many amps have been sold because of your vids? they should put you on there payroll...lol

    • @derekquinones8614
      @derekquinones8614 6 років тому +4

      jhue73 they got these on eBay for a lot cheaper and free shipping

    • @deeznutsinyourmouth6035
      @deeznutsinyourmouth6035 4 роки тому

      What kind of subs do you guys have running off these amps I have 212 CVx and they sound like they’re going to pop

    • @justinkelsey9218
      @justinkelsey9218 3 роки тому

      @@deeznutsinyourmouth6035 im running rockford fosgate T1 12s (2) at 4 ohms thinking about getting Savard HiQ 12s to try at 2 ohms

  • @professorjack2099
    @professorjack2099 6 років тому +32

    These videos are oddly as satisfying as pimple popping

    • @wal
      @wal  6 років тому +1

      +MoonBlade well glad they are at least satisfying 😬

    • @dennycote6339
      @dennycote6339 6 років тому +2

      Why do i understand you?! Is that wrong?!

    • @rickytrevino8281
      @rickytrevino8281 4 роки тому +1

      Satisfying? That shit is nasty get help

  • @eurekapoultry7215
    @eurekapoultry7215 6 років тому

    I've watched this video over and over... I can't believe the power this thing is putting out. $/watt this really seems like the best deal you've tested.

  • @chrisdeez2176
    @chrisdeez2176 4 роки тому

    Wow orion is doing awesome, I have been a fosgate guy for 20 plus yrs or should I say car audio guy and the orions were beasts back then, it's really really nice to see a lot more watts then rated then just at or below. And not a crazy price like a lot of manufactures

  • @mikemccabe952
    @mikemccabe952 7 років тому +10

    Strap the 2 together & dyno? cuz man O man I knew they pushed more than rated pwr easy but Wow I sure wasn't expecting that when results started coming in off the dyno.. wow makes me proud to have my Xtr system

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +28

      Gotta get more love in the support part so I can afford to beef up my bench. Most of the guys with Dyno's run online stores and can get the stuff they need for their benches. I'm just an enthusiast doing this because I love it.

    • @codythomas1768
      @codythomas1768 7 років тому +3

      BigDWiz please do the soundstream t1.6000D some time soon a lot of people want a dyno test on that amplifier

    • @dawn9340
      @dawn9340 7 років тому +1

      Is there somewhere I can send an amp I'd I want tested? And are you running a 12v 14v 16v setup like Meade?

    • @FUCKDSS
      @FUCKDSS 7 років тому

      Charles Phillips get a c
      voltage meter and look up the formula to do the math me and a buddy did three amp and was surprised by two out of three old school amps

    • @Hunybunny6
      @Hunybunny6 4 роки тому

      How much power did it make?

  • @randywatson4870
    @randywatson4870 5 років тому +4

    I have been watching this amp on Ebay for a while wondering why it was so expensive like the old-skool orion amps but now i'm sold I see why now.

  • @Jukebox0157
    @Jukebox0157 7 років тому

    Big D thanks for the video..it made me buy this amp and it kicks butt..

  • @justinhiggins2210
    @justinhiggins2210 5 років тому +2

    these orion amps are the best class d amps out there, the results speak for themselves

  • @sHoRtBuSseR
    @sHoRtBuSseR 7 років тому +41

    it would be cool to see you run their 4kw amp on your dyno.

    • @michaeljohnson2116
      @michaeljohnson2116 7 років тому +4

      Dylan Houser that's the model I have pushing 2 15" black coil hcca's

    • @sHoRtBuSseR
      @sHoRtBuSseR 7 років тому +1

      Michael Johnson put up a video of them slamming some decaf I'd love to see it

    • @michaeljohnson2116
      @michaeljohnson2116 7 років тому +2

      Dylan Houser I wish I could post a pic ...but I will definitely do a video soon! it's a custom ported box that that pics up 24 hertz with ease and I think lower, my voltage is only around the mid 12 range but soon that will change

    • @Supercharged1976
      @Supercharged1976 7 років тому +4

      I have the XTR 4k on a single EMF Banhammer 15". I have vids on my channel.

    • @Supercharged1976
      @Supercharged1976 7 років тому +1

      Spec wise the EMF Banhammer is closer to the Zv.5 in specs than the X series. Both 2k rms (Both under rated) Zv.5 has a 3" coil banhammer has a 4" coil. I think the Zv.5's motor is slightly larger. Banhammer, I believe, has a bigger spider at 10" vs 8" on Zv.5 but not 100% sure on that. Both have 70mm peak to peak excursion.

  • @DjKamikazee
    @DjKamikazee 7 років тому +3

    I see Orion is back with a vengeance. Might have to purchase this amp

  • @bigbob3409
    @bigbob3409 4 роки тому

    Definitely one of my favorite videos of all time.

    • @wal
      @wal  4 роки тому

      👌😬👍

  • @Blaetsian
    @Blaetsian 7 років тому +2

    I love my XTR 2500.1 it does run hot though and I had to cool it with 2 120mm fans to keep it from overheating. Mine is dual fed with 1/0 because it will heat up one run of 1/0 easily. I have an alternator coming this week for it because even with good wire and two batteries it still pulls down the LED lights in my truck. I've been using mine for 6 months now with no problems.

  • @slojoegtstang5775
    @slojoegtstang5775 5 років тому +8

    So turns out im getting 2100 watts out of mine powering a DC M4 Elite 15 with 2 ohm coils.

  • @hectorzamora2095
    @hectorzamora2095 7 років тому +4

    You should test the Kicker ZX2500.1 and let us know how good of differences are between them two.

    • @stevelovesgod
      @stevelovesgod 7 років тому +3

      Hector Zamora kicker is Junk compared to this, I've owned 1, it's not 1 ohm stable, it fried with 1 orion

    • @sparky19925
      @sparky19925 6 років тому +1

      My zx1000 has been running strong at 1 ohm for years...

    • @billl2383
      @billl2383 6 років тому +2

      Hector Zamora kicker is junk just a name now lost all faith in them

  • @SubwooferKing100
    @SubwooferKing100 7 років тому

    Omg!! I was looking at a cheap used Orion XTR 4000! But I didn't see any good videos with the new XTR series. So I didn't bother to give it a second look. I wish this video would have came out a couple of weeks ago haha. Your the best when it comes to testing amps and giving an overview

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      +Subwoofer King should've asked me!! I was super impressed not only with the power, but this amps ability to control subwoofers. Old school guys usually prefer Class A/B amps due to their increased damping factor. This XTR2500.1D sounded Class A/B'ish to me. Hard to describe unless you hear it

    • @SubwooferKing100
      @SubwooferKing100 7 років тому

      Really!! I'm kicking myself in the butt right now haha. I should have asked you!

  • @GentryMorrisIII
    @GentryMorrisIII 5 років тому +1

    First item on my Christmas list 🤩🤩

    • @wal
      @wal  5 років тому

      👈😬🤙

  • @alphaomega8373
    @alphaomega8373 7 років тому +4

    I swear to the Creator I just bought this amp last week. you scare me now Big D

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +2

      I've had the amp for a while, did the Dyno test a few weeks ago, just finally got time to finish editing the video. BOOOOOO!! lol

    • @alphaomega8373
      @alphaomega8373 7 років тому

      lol

  • @lakeschoolrestorationchann1567
    @lakeschoolrestorationchann1567 7 років тому +3

    I hate 12 volt car electrical systems. If they ran 48 volt systems you could get that much power out of less that 135 amp draw, negating needing massive wire size for everything. Great video btw

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +4

      I agree. Thanks for watching and commenting

    • @frankponder7549
      @frankponder7549 7 років тому +1

      BigDWiz I have 2 AB HD12 duel 2's...will the xtr 2500 push them?...

    • @joechance7075
      @joechance7075 7 років тому

      Frank Ponder no

    • @KnowName33
      @KnowName33 5 років тому

      Lake School Restoration Channel I agree only problem is I can't find a car amplifier that will live if hooked up to 48v and I'm not sure how to charge a bank of batterys wired to 48v

  • @lloydyoung7809
    @lloydyoung7809 3 роки тому

    Wow orion has always been my favorite that's awesome power thank big D wiz for the video

  • @carldavison4231
    @carldavison4231 7 років тому

    These amps are no joke. I've been very impressed with my XTR 1200.2. I pm'd you on FB about dyno'ing it a while back...

  • @mrchubbyfella9421
    @mrchubbyfella9421 7 років тому +4

    THIS AMP IS BADASS EVERYONE WILL HAVE THESE INSTEAD OF THE CAB amps from last year

  • @tatsumaru12345
    @tatsumaru12345 7 років тому +13

    Wow, goes to show how much voltage can affect the power.
    Thats pretty amazing numbers for a 250-300$ amplifier. Just be careful about matching subs xD 6744watts on a 2500w sub might not end well haha
    Will say, I've never used their products. But this video makes me want to try a orion 4 channel in my next car.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +22

      Don'tcha just love when an amp gives you more than you expect? I test a lot of amps and I can tell you I'm disappointed much more than I'm impressed...Impressed here for sure

    • @150db8
      @150db8 7 років тому +1

      This amps not 250- $300..its $439. An its not a 6700w amp. You lucky to see that with a burp on subs.

    • @tatsumaru12345
      @tatsumaru12345 7 років тому +6

      You're not looking very hard then mate. Even if you don't wanna go searching, its 333$ on amazon right this moment.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +2

      There is a link in the video description

    • @droppinlowlows7234
      @droppinlowlows7234 7 років тому

      BigDWiz hey Big D , much respect bro I've been doin car audio for bout 20 yrs been subbed for a min love your vids... the reason I'm bugging you is my Execution audio 1500.1 , to be honest really disappointed me because my cheap boss ar4000.1 hits way harder and lower notes. I have some videos of my build with my boss ... I'm just trying to figure out what's going on with this amp . I have clamped my boss and got about 1000 watts RMS with a clean sign was wave at 40hz but I recently had to sell my scope when I got laid off and am curious as to what my boss ar4000 does real world by your test .

  • @scottrunge4077
    @scottrunge4077 4 роки тому +1

    OMG - that is I N S A N E, I literally cannot believe those results. Outstanding.

  • @runaway6842
    @runaway6842 7 років тому

    Love yo videos. Keep up the awesome work!!!

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      +Run Away thanks 👍

  • @HifiVega
    @HifiVega 7 років тому +34

    Wow... are we sure they didn't figure out how the amp Dyno works? You know VW emissions style LOL!!!

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +16

      Nobody at Orion I know speaks German, so I doubt it....lol

    • @3dPrintingMillennial
      @3dPrintingMillennial 7 років тому +5

      hifivega good one😂

    • @runningbear1982
      @runningbear1982 4 роки тому

      They don't have to try to figure out how the amp Dyno works. That amp Dyno that D uses is no different than the one they use at CE. All amp manufacturers know how to measure correctly, some just don't actually care about their customers to give honest ratings.

  • @ryanmoore9877
    @ryanmoore9877 7 років тому +32

    the electrical you will need for that is nuts....

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +13

      remember the tests show the absolute worst case scenario. I'm going to try one in my car running a single JL 10W7 at 3 ohms and I feel confident I won't blow a 100A fuse

    • @andyalmeida8356
      @andyalmeida8356 7 років тому +1

      Run 00 gauge (Big 3) to a 250$ - 250 Amp alternator (bolt on for my tacoma) and to all the other big components. You are clear for liftoff. Might want to add a battery for the extra juice. under 500 for all of it. Then u just need the amp.

    • @twecoknight3870
      @twecoknight3870 7 років тому

      BigDWiz w

    • @twecoknight3870
      @twecoknight3870 7 років тому

      wow!

    • @anilrampersad4728
      @anilrampersad4728 7 років тому

      Alpha Omega I have the manual in front of me right now and it recommends a 200A fuse

  • @michaelfessenden8601
    @michaelfessenden8601 4 роки тому

    Nice too see that again. Out of a name that was know for that at highest quality sound

  • @allpaulsfault
    @allpaulsfault 2 роки тому +1

    Still my favorite amp test over the years and it’s 3.15.2022. And I bought 2

    • @wal
      @wal  2 роки тому

      I heard Orion has new amps coming…

  • @tejaysteuck
    @tejaysteuck 6 років тому +7

    I just got this amp and my birth sheet said 2972!!

    • @boodecarlo
      @boodecarlo 6 років тому

      Where did you find it? The only ones I'm seeing are the 2500.1Dz

    • @cjon24s69
      @cjon24s69 6 років тому +1

      The 2500.1dz is even a little more powerful than the 2500.1d, it has an extra capacitor in the board

    • @boodecarlo
      @boodecarlo 6 років тому

      @@cjon24s69 just had it installed a week ago & damn am I impressed with it. Im probably gonna scoop up an HCCA amp for my next project before the prices start going up. Words getting round that their slamming again.

    • @cjon24s69
      @cjon24s69 6 років тому

      boodecarlo Yeah man a few months ago the xtr2500 was like $500-$600, I would probably look at the hcca 3000splx, super underrated easily does well over 5k, or even the 5000splx

    • @boodecarlo
      @boodecarlo 6 років тому

      @@cjon24s69 definitely brother, thanks for the advice!

  • @claysonwebster1622
    @claysonwebster1622 7 років тому +43

    all I can say is OMG

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +18

      I said that a few times. You guys see my videos, but I test a LOT more amps than I make videos for as many just don't make rated and get me down. Not this one!

    • @thepliersobsessedelectrici9763
      @thepliersobsessedelectrici9763 7 років тому +3

      This was cool id like to see even the ones that don't do rated. Do you record the numbers for those amps on your website?

    • @richboss1705
      @richboss1705 7 років тому

      can u test the lanzar vecter vct 2610 please thank you.

    • @b1782w
      @b1782w 6 років тому +1

      I'm sold..lol .5 at 14.4 crazy numbers I bet...i want the 4k or even the hcca line. Orion ftw

  • @c.elston8334
    @c.elston8334 5 років тому

    Look like Orion is back. That’s crazy power.

  • @killabee623
    @killabee623 5 місяців тому +1

    Orion never disappoint!!!!I have this amp it has mad power.

  • @jamesmurray4312
    @jamesmurray4312 7 років тому +5

    reminds me of cheater amps. crazy numbers. This video is a good reason to check your amp power before running your subs.

    • @shawnbestsr5901
      @shawnbestsr5901 7 років тому +4

      James Murray hell yea,them cheater amps was nothing but the truth

    • @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083
      @bass-n-truth-inthestix9083 6 років тому

      James Murray tell me about it lol I'm running a single Orion HCCA 15 off 1 of these amps. Rated 2500 rms and 2500 watt amp... not so much more like 3500 or 4k @13.7 it's crazy. I tuned my amp with smd dd-1 and I had to back the gain off quite a bit otherwise I would cook my woofer.

  • @shanen921
    @shanen921 7 років тому

    Hey Big D thanks for another great video. just finely getting a chance to watch it. I must say it's nice to see a company with some integraty. I would like to see what Orion has done with the HCCA series.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому +1

      +shane n HCCA's are as impressive. I just don't have the electrical on my bench to support testing even the "small" one (5000.1), but I've seen test results and they do over 7kW at 14v. Check the OrionCarAudio Facebook page, they show several tests of the HCCA 5000.1

  • @alfa7108
    @alfa7108 5 років тому

    Good vid, thanks. Totally an AWESOME amp.

    • @wal
      @wal  5 років тому

      👌😬👍

  • @renyn21
    @renyn21 7 років тому +1

    Great job as usual Big D. Finally an amp that can actually impress, even compared to the big number they put on there for sales. This time it wasn't a big fat lie like they usually are.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      Right! Still wish they would keep that 10k number away from the specs. Unlike the Power Acoustik 10k that has "10k" posted everywhere, the Orion just has it mentioned once in the manual as "Max music power"

  • @BlitzkriegStaffords
    @BlitzkriegStaffords 7 років тому

    Thanks for linking to this D. I watch a lot of your vids but I don't think I saw this.

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      +BlitzkriegStaffords 🤙

  • @juicewatter
    @juicewatter 7 років тому

    Man I just bought a skar audio LP 2000.1 which is another great amp that does more than rated power, but very impressed by this amp. I had Orion xtr amps and subs back in the day. I've always been a fan of Orion and would have got this amp if I seen this video before I bought the skar amp.

  • @eastcoyote7355
    @eastcoyote7355 3 роки тому

    Wow. Definitely exceeded its ratings. American product from Phoenix AZ. I miss the 90's amp power. Looks like Orion is still up there, king of the hill.

  • @detonationpyrotechnics4156
    @detonationpyrotechnics4156 3 роки тому

    I expect nothing less from Orion. Well done

  • @davidvaughan2706
    @davidvaughan2706 4 роки тому

    That, BigD, is a bad ass amplifier. Good job with your videos. Keep them coming.

    • @wal
      @wal  4 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @todddooley793
    @todddooley793 6 років тому

    Hey BIG D, just bought this amp using the link in your description, directed me to Amazon. This thing is a beast! I'm gonna be upgrading my subs soon to the HCCA 12`s, so I figured two of these strapped together for $700 total, would be hard to beat for 7000watts. Thanks Big D!

    • @wal
      @wal  6 років тому

      Wow brother you are talking some serious power right there!

    • @todddooley793
      @todddooley793 6 років тому

      BigDWiz, yeah boooiieee!

  • @Siryn
    @Siryn 7 років тому

    VERY AWESOME!!! I am currently running the 3700.1D version of this amp. Good to know it does its numbers and then some!

    • @wal
      @wal  7 років тому

      Sweet! I didn't see the 3700.1 listed in the 2017 price list, but I do recall that model

    • @Siryn
      @Siryn 7 років тому

      Yeah, I was going to get the 4K version but I managed to pick up the 3700 for 450 bucks. From what I heard, the 3700 had a version 2 that ended up being later called the 4000.1. It's been a beast, I just now need to upgrade my electrical a bit though. It really is impressive, especially for the price. Thanks for the vid!

  • @4gbmeans4gb61
    @4gbmeans4gb61 5 років тому

    MAN i love your videos bro, and my god do i love ORION>.... TRUE power and very underrated at VERY good pricing. THANK YOU ORION>>>

  • @MrCpsloco
    @MrCpsloco 7 років тому

    great job BigD!!!

  • @billybullfrog
    @billybullfrog 7 років тому +2

    you should strap them 2 and run them from your current bench setup that way you can compare numbers when you upgrade your bench😎 subbed👍

  • @marcussmart7673
    @marcussmart7673 5 років тому

    Stellar Orion Killin it as usual..holy cow 119K subs congrats man. Cheers Big D

    • @wal
      @wal  5 років тому

      Thanks brother 👌

  • @Basshead40
    @Basshead40 6 років тому

    Researching amps and just came across this Orion. I'm blown away by them numbers!!

    • @wal
      @wal  6 років тому +1

      I haven’t tested it, but was told the newer model XTR-2500.1Dz is even more powerful by 200-300 watts 😲

    • @Basshead40
      @Basshead40 6 років тому

      BigDWiz Right on, works for me lol, that's the one i'm looking at buying. Love the vids bro, keep them coming!!