How to choose a car amplifier | Crutchfield
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- Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
- Car amplifiers do a lot more than just make your music play loud - they make all music sound better. But with so many to choose from, which one is right for your car?
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0:00 Intro
0:40 Amps that integrate with your factory radio
1:14 Replacing a factory amp
2:01 How many channels do I need?
3:27 How much power do I need?
4:32 Matching an amp with your speakers
5:11 How to pick out a mono amplifier
6:47 How to match your amp and sub
8:29 What features and controls do I need?
9:20 Outro
A lot of people think of loudness when they think of amplifiers, but that's just one benefit. An amplifier will make your music sound cleaner and more defined even at lower volumes.
Amplifiers can really bring the best qualities of aftermarket speakers forward. Aftermarket speakers, unlike factory speakers, are designed to handle more power, play cleaner, and reveal more detail than factory speakers, which are designed mainly to a certain (low) price point.
Subwoofers need an amp to move enough air to play the low frequencies. Some subs have the amp built in, called powered subwoofers, while your component subs use a separate amplifier.
So which type do you need? 2-channel? 4-channel? 5 or 6 channel? More channels? How much power? Are there certain features you want or need? Our expert walks you through it in this video.
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Your cousin walks into your room, he’s done with his first car amp. He throws it on your desk and says, there you go loser. It’s all scratched up, you don’t even have a car, you are 14. You have selected your first amplifier.
This information is extremely helpful. I've always appreciated Crutchfield and how much effort you guys put into making sure the customer makes an informed decision.
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I’ve read your magazines since the 80s. They were so informative then, this video is no different. Good job
So helpful, thank you! I’ve just purchased 4 speakers,an amp and a sub from you guys. I really appreciate that you offer so much educational material and guidance. You’re a lot more than a store and it’s been a huge help. I’ve never done anything like this so the info is definitely needed
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Respected sir, you explained every little detail about car audio in less than 7 minutes. Thank you soooooooo much. This video was really helpful
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Great video. Very informative. I was thinking of just adding a single 12" or 2 -10" sub box. Nothing huge. So many options nowadays. When I was teenager we used home speakers in our trunks and Pawn Shop amplifiers. 😂
Man! The 12” is huge already for a car. I guess it’s gonna be sounding great!
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I learned so much in 10 mins, thx
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This was very helpful. Thanking you.
Really impressive video, this guy's speaking voice is great and there was clearly a script and production involved. I learned a lot that I might have tuned out for if the presenter and the information wasn't so clear and concise.
Awesome info. Thanks, Crutchfield!
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I like those 2 white KRK Rokit speakers in the background. I used to have the black ones back when I had a mini home “music studio” in my closet. LOL. It was a walk in closet, so, yeah.
the info is great. Tnx. I learnt alot!
it's really tmi... need to be more concise
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Very helpful and well presented. Thanks
Thanks! It's great to hear that you found it helpful! 🙂
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You're welcome! Glad we could help
Thanks. That was great. I appreciated that your power recommendation for amps was conservative as many people think they need 1000W amps. Also, amps should be at or below the speaker ratings. So many people think that you need amps rated higher than the continuous RMS rating of the speakers.
Thats not true you actually want to have more rms power from the amp than the speakers because then you dont need to push the amp that hard to get the power needed but if you have amp with lower rms power you are more likely to push it too hard and break your amp or speakers
Nick your gonna blow amps by overworking them to push your speakers. These guys sell audio equipment. That's why they give the limited explanation they do. So you can buy more from them with the feeling that it's spent well instead of actually teaching you the truth.
@@josequilez5449 im wanting to buy 4 Sylvester’s rated at 130 rms with two extra tweeters , so should I get a 4 channel 140rms 4 ohm each channel or a 75 rms 4ohm 4 channels
J.R., great video, as always. Maybe make a video on anplifier types: A-Class, type AB, type D, pros and cons. Happy New Year. 🥳🍻
Thanks! Great idea. HNY!
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We are glad it helped! Let us know when we can help again
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I have that alpine s-a60m i love it so much I wanted a second one to bridge and really get things shaking loose!!!! its pushing 1 10 and 1 12 no problem.
Man, fot a DIY person, you've just made me rethink a lot 😮
Sounds like the video is helping you? Is there anything else we can do to help you with choosing the right amp?
Thanks you!
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Well explained.
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go for the bigest you can afford! it is always good the have extra power in case you should decide to go for some thing big !
carstereo is a fun thing.. once you get into it, you just want more. when you feel that hard bass, you just feels so many emotions at the same time :D
THANK YOU SIR
You're welcome!
Thanks for these videos. I spent time with one of your customer service guys and he was very helpful. I have no issues with the speaker install...just concerned about the amp install. Any advice?
You're welcome, Gary. Do you need help choosing an amp or help with your installation?
choose based on your financial capability.
other than that, look at your car specifications like electrical system power (you might want to add additional battery and after that can consider power capacitors), so your audio system doesn't short your car electrical capacity even at max volume.
you also better use 3x more powerful amp than your speaker RMS because most amplifier will start to produce more than 1% THD after more than 1/3 of total amp power. this is to ensure you can maintain your low distortion listening experience and not to be worried about harsher sound and even clipping your amplifier, as long as you set the small volume knob at 1/3.
keep calibrate the amp according to the head unit spec so you can be sure it doesn't go more than the power threshold you've set. if the overall volume is too low, you can always compromise your sq for bigger sound but at higher THD anytime. but make sure the speaker RMS is matching if not more so to be on the safe side.
Question: I recently picked up a SD 1200.4 thinking it was a 4 ohm version but found out it was the 2 ohm version. this DRASTICALLY changes the power per channel at each ohm variance. the speakers I want to push are 100 RMS but 250 PEAK. I can do 138 per channel running them each on their own channel (running 4 speakers all the same make/model)... one place tells me to run bridged and parallel. but if they exchange my amp for the 4 ohm version I would have 198 per channel at 4 ohm. I get others saying the current amp wont be enough, and yet others saying the current one will be to much
in the video it talks about speakers having "Max RMS" and I get the 75-100% thing. but with the RMS having one rating and then my "peak" being a very different number... which rating do I use? and what wiring method would be best. I can exchange straight across for the other amp.
should I get the other amp or stay with what I have and wire it in a specific way?
Thanks
You're welcome! If you need help choosing or anything further, please let us know.
Great resource, thank you. Have just started researching replacing factory head unit and maybe speakers, and this (with head unit and speaker primers) have answered a lot of questions. Would love to give back by purchasing through Crutchfield - do you have an affiliate (or a suggestion on a) car stereo retailer in Western Australia? Thanks again for the content.
We do not have any leads for you in Western Australia. Wish we had different news for you there. If you move to the U.S. or Canada, we can help again!
Back in 1991 I tried a car audio system in one of specialty shops. It was a Soundstream amp and speakers with Alpine head unit. Best sound ever. I never liked Kenwood amps, they sounded flat. Rockford Fosgate Punch 150 was great. What's equivalent today? What speakers/amps have full, rich sound?
Wonderfully detailed video! Are there any amps today similar to the Phoenix Gold ZX 500 v.2 performance?
We didn't carry that model to have its information handy and cannot find the detailed specifications online. If you have them, we recommend contacting an advisor here it discuss them and check for comparable models. Here's how to reach us for this help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
@@crutchfield thank you!
What is the best amplifier to get to power my TRF LWT693 (80w rms) speakers and KENWOOD KSC-W1200B(300w rms) subwoofer from the Pioneer MVH-S420BT radio?? I’m lost
We'll be glad to recommend an amp for power. How many of the speakers do you have? How many subs?
I can vouch for the Sony xm-gs4, 4 channel amp. Amazing sound.
Awesome!
Hi bro. Thank you so much for your kind explanation and details this is very useful information for myself (newbie in audio)
Seek your kind advise and muchly appreciate it. What is your recommendation i am just install infinity Ref6530cx - 90rms component (front)
Ref6532ex - 55rms (centre seat)
Ref6532ex - 55rms (rear row)
Which amplifier that match for this speaker and how much p.amp channel that you will suggest.
Thank you so much for your kind.
Subscribers from Malaysia,Borneo.
Hii, A great information on speakers and amplifier. I have already bought Infinity kappa 60 csx component speakers 6.5" for front doors. And no subwoofer planned. I need a perfect amplifier for that may be 2 channel. My speaker specs are Infinity Kappa 60CSX 6.5" 2-Way Component Speaker System (300 W 100 RMS). Kindly suggest best amplifier for it. thanks in advance.
I am looking for a class D amplifier to support 1 pair or coaxial, 1 pair component with 1 pair tweeter and a 8 inch powered blaupunkt gtb200a sub. Kindly help me with a suitable amplifier. Also as the sub is amplified already, does it still need to be routed via sub ?. Not sure if u can, however; i would appreciate if the amplifier is available for purchase in India.
Trying to find a amp to power 4 kicker cs 6.5 door speakers any recommendations have a aftermarket dasaita android head unit with rca connection in back
Typically, that series speaker can handle 75-100 watts RMS with their current model, the 46CSC654 handling up to 100 watts RMS and working well with this amp:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/p_109STAD4M/item.html
Awesome video mate! What amplifier and parts would I need for a 2001 Toyota Corolla. I have 2 speakers in the front doors and have put 4 in the very back of the cat
Thanks, Samuel. We're happy to recommend an amp. Do you have the speaker models or specs? We'll need that info to recommend an amp to match. Will you be using an aftermarket radio with pre outs?
@@crutchfield the front ones are stock however the rear ones are 4” Sony speakers with a serial number of XS-GTF1039 and the other set at the rear are 6x9 JBL’s
We do not recommend connecting stock speakers to an aftermarket amp. Those Sony speakers can handle up to 30 watts RMS. Which model JBL 6x9 speakers do you have installed?
Your video was really informative. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. If you can help me out with some advice that would be great.
I have got rockford fosgate P16 6" infront doors. P16 2 way in the rear doors all connected to a factory stereo with a 5 channel amp in Mitsubishi Outlander.
Amp R2750X5 that is 750 watt rms. and the sub is a sealed enclosure of 200 rms rockford 12".
Am not at all satisfied with the quality of the system and don't want to get it done from the same place again.
I am lacking bass and the clerity of sound. Also I do not have much room for sub becuase its behind the third row. But I want Some serious bass to shake the car with clarity in speakers. WHat should I be upgrading? and what specs should I look for while upgrading?
If you can change to a ported subwoofer box setup, that will help. Also, find one that presents a 2 ohm load to that amp to get all the power it can give for a subwoofer.
The clarity of the other speakers may be able to be increased depending on what was used to help get the audio from the stock system to the new amp.
I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss these specifics and ideal changes to get a personal recommendation on gear to help with your goals. Here's how to reach us for that help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
Hey JR,
I want to do a component set in the front, two-ways in the rear door, and a sub. I only have 3 preamp outputs in my radio. If I'm running front, mids, and sub with the preamps outputs, how do I hook up the tweeters with an amp? How many channels would I need?
If you go with a component set for the front, the separate woofer and tweeter are actually both part of the same front channel. You would be all set if you have 3 preamp outputs.
thank you for the informative video. I would like your recommendation for my car audio upgrade. I have a 2019 kia stinger GT with stock audio system, I would like to add a sub and amplifier. I am looking for something that will give me a nice thump but nothing too crazy but also nothing that will make me want to go back and upgrade within a month because of lack of bass. . what are your recommendations ???
More bass is more fun! Our advisors can help you find the best options for your Kia. Please reach out at your convenience: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc921/support/ContactUs.aspx
I want to power my aftermarket door speakers,tweeters and super tweeters in my truck.The speakers is 35 rms.The Super tweeters is 200W max power,And the tweeters is 350w maximum music power.What size amp should i get with the right channel and rms..Hope you can understand my poor English
great content !!
i still on the stock speakers in my car but i was thinking of getting new speakers for better sound
im woundering which amp would be perfect for my bmw f20 116i, 4 speakers 1 subwoofer.
best regards
Hi!
We will be happy to help you out with finding the best upgrades for your vehicle!
Please chat with us online or by phone! We will need to gather some additional information from you regarding your personal taste in music, and desired sound quality. We will also need to match the recommended speakers to an amplifier to ensure compatibility.
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
Hey there. I like your videos. I'm currently trying to find the best kit or set up for my husband's Honda accord. He's on deployment now and I wanted to gift him with some really nice amps and speakers. He loves bass when he listens to his music. He had plans on putting 4 12' in his trunk. What could you recommend for this vehicle?
We can help build a system with new gear, subs, and all the wiring to complete the install too. There are more details that we need to know to help and I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss it all and get a personal recommendation on a system. Here's how to reach us for this help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
What door speakers and double din touch screen stereo and amp would you recommend to get if I have a 12" audio pipe bd3 ??
Hi Alexis!
For immediate service, and a personalized recommendation on a new stereo and speakers, please chat with us online or by phone!
We will need to gather some additional info about your vehicle, and what types of features you may be looking for in a stereo and speaker upgrades!
www.crutchfield.com/I-rFBKc164/contact
Would I need to get a higher channel amplifier if I’m using component speakers rather than ‘all in one’ type speakers?
Hi Damon!
The answer to that question would depend on the speakers you were planning to use.
Using an amplifier to power component speakers is not always necessary, but it is the most ideal solution. An outboard amp will be able to power your speakers with greater efficiency, and improve your sound quality of your upgraded speakers.
We will be happy to go over any speakers you may be interested in, and provide you with more detailed advice based on your particular application.
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
Hi, great video -
If i get two speakers and two tweeters for my fiet doblo (2 in front), will i have to get a 4 channel amp or just 2?
This will depend on the speakers and the amp. You could either way! For more in depth help, I'd advise getting in touch with one of our advisors! bit.ly/2KP1zS3
Hey pretty new to the whole concept but just wondering how I would go about a build with a GT Bass Pro 12 and a Memphis 12” build they both have separate boxes and only one woofer in each I only have the amp for the Memphis is it possible to add my JBL to my system or will I have to add an additional jbl system into the mix? Finally any tips for replacing car electrical components and parts to safely do all this?
So, depending on the model of that memphis and its specs, you MATY be able to use a single amp to power both subs, but it is more likely you will need a second amp. One of our advisors would love to help take a look and recommend what you would need! They can be reached here www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc174/support/ContactUs.aspx
I'm new to subwoofer set ups and I have JL audio speakers in the doors and just got a factory subwoofer for my car. Its a chevy hhr and I don't know if I need a four channel amp with a mono amp for the sub or not?
For most vehicle setups, you can go with a 5-channel amp that provides 4 channels for the speakers and a 5th channel for the sub. You also have the option of using a separate 4-channel amp and a mono amp for the sub. That may change depending on the number of speakers you need to power, but this is typical for many setups.
Sometimes the choice comes down to personal preference and price, and sometimes the wattage match is easier with one or the other. We can help narrow the options!
What is the year on that HHR? What JL Audio speakers are you using, and do you have any information on that subwoofer?
Hi! I have Infinity Alpha 650c components only on front in my hyundai i10 now i want to add an amplifier to the system so which amplifier to buy as my speaker specifications say 45wRMS, 315w Peak. Please advise me on the same
Hi Jayraj, the Rockford Fosgate Prime R2-200X2 is an ideal match for your speakers here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_575R2200X2/item.html
Hi Crutchfield. A few questions for you: 1) I currently have one X-12 V.2 D4 - Sundown Audio 12" 1500W RMS DVC 4-Ohm X V.2 Series Subwoofer in a custom ported enclosure tuned to 32 Hz. What monoblock amplifier do I need to provide sufficient quality power? 2) I eventually plan on adding a second Sundown Audio subwoofer for a total of two subwoofers, but that won't be for about 7-8 months from now. What monoblock amp do you recommend to power the 2 subwoofers previously mentioned?
Based on those specifications, we only offer one amp that can power two:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/p_57525001CP/item.html
The single sub setup can be powered with an amp that gives it 70% of the top RMS power. That's the minimum we recommend for good performance. This means 1075 watts RMS is the minimum making this amp able to sufficiently power one sub:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/p_301HCP1DK/item.html
I'd like to install a perfect bigsound for my yamaha nmax 2020..
So would you mind to tell me which amplifier can drive my *2 midrange 5" 100w @ 4-8ohm and mono amplifier for my subwoofer 8" 250w @ 4ohm dvc or a 1 tiny amplifier that can drive to all of my mid and sub..
Hope that you would recommend a tiny amp but powerful enough..
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asking for help: I have an suv that I just installed 4 jbl speakers on each door. There's also tweeters on the front doors. the jbl's say 165 peak and 55 rms. What's the ideal amp I should get for this system?
as of right now I don't plan on adding a sub as I mostly listen to rock music but i know a 5 channel would leave the door open for that.
Nice choice on the speakers! The JBL Stage A6004 will power them well here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_109STA604M/JBL-Stage-A6004.html?tp=35782
If you can bridge that Kenwood amp to use 2 front speakers and a sub, how does that work if the sub needs to have significantly more wattage to keep up with the front speakers?
Hi there! We recommend pairing the amplifier wattage output to about 70-100% of the speaker/sub RMS power handling. Some amps, when bridged, can satisfy the speakers as well as the sub, but if you have a sub that needs more power, then a separate mono amp may be in order.
What would you recommend for a complete setup with subwoofers and all in a single cab truck
We have lots of gear to fit various pickups that all can sound different in the end. I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss your pickup for the spacing as well as goals for the sound to get a personal recommendation on a setup that will fit yours and sound good to you. Here's how to reach us for this help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
i have a 2016 chevy cruz and this is my first time abt to get a subwoofer / amplifer for my car but i need your advice as to how many watz / power do i need for this small compacted car. The factory radio is terrible when i play my own music so i need to boost it up with a sub.
One of our advisors would love to help you! pdf.crutchfieldonline.com/I-rFBKc174/ImageBank/v20201106164700/Manuals/022/022RXV6ABL.PDF
I got a Kenwood Apple ready stereo that plays dvd 📀. I have ford factory speakers (4). I would like all speakers and a subwoofer installed. Do I need the 5 channel, because of the 4 speakers and sun? Is asylum “the big one” good ?
Sounds like you're working on a nice upgrade! A 5-channel amp would be ideal. Do you have specific speakers and a sub in mind?
I have a question I have 2 12 inch infinity kappa series subwoofers. They have an SSI switch on them to switch from two or four ohms. The RMS is 500 W. My question is will my alpine S-a60m push my subwoofers? The rating for the amp is 600 W at 2 ohms. I had this amp hooked up to two infinity reference series 12 inch subwoofers and it would vibrate 12 packs of sodas off my roof. The reference series RMS was 300. Am I now gonna need a bigger amplifier? And the last question is if I have the SSI switch on 2 ohms can they be wired to 1 ohm for 1 ohm amplifier?
While that Alpine can be used to power two of those subwoofers, it does not provide enough power to get the cleanest audio from the subwoofers or the hardest hitting bass that two of those subs can produce. The minimum watts RMS that we recommend to get he best clarity is 700. If you get an amp that outputs 1000 watts RMS for the two subwoofers, then you will be able to get that hard hitting bass with the clarity.
What amplifier would you recommend to power the pioneer ts z65ch component and the coaxial speakers. They have a rms of 110watts and peak power of 330 watts. Can I please get assistance with this. I also have a pioneer 2660nex head unit currently installed.
Hi Denzel, great choice on the speakers! The Pioneer GM-DX874 is a perfect amp match here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_130GMDX874/Pioneer-GM-DX874.html?tp=35782
Hey I’m planning on getting two 12 inch 500 watt max subs so what amp should I get the RMS power handling is 250 on each one though
We're happy to help! Can you provide us with the exact model of your subs? We'll need some specific info so we can determine which amp will work best! Also, will you be connecting the amp to an aftermarket or factory radio?
Great video, really helpful. I'm planning a car audio build and I'm looking at an Alpine 5 channel amp to power four 40 watt 4ohm speakers and two 200watt 2ohm DVC subwoofers. The amp has 4 channels with 40watts at 4 ohms and 1 channel with 300watts at 2ohms. If I run the subs in parallel/serial the impedance will match the amp's 2ohms but the amp would only be supplying 75% of the subs required 400 watts. I was told by a local shop that underpowering the subs like this will damage the subs and overheat the amp. However, in this video, you said, "you should strive to be within 75% to 100% of the subwoofer power". Do you think this setup would be OK? I realise what I'm looking at would be at the lower limit but I'm not looking for a loud system, just better quality. Thanks in advance.
this would work just fine! The problems can arise if you A) turn your gains up ( Gain is not a volume knob) and B) run your amp at full blast for a long time. this can stress out the amp over time. Now, 75% of the RMS power should be ok for your subs, any lower and you could risk there being a loss of control of the cones which can lead to flexing, distortion, and stress on both the cones and the coils.
Having hard time finding info on jl audio mega wedge has 4 10’s sealed box. What amp to use
We cannot find any information on a JL Audio loaded subwoofer box that has 4 10" subwoofers in it and see why you are having a hard time finding the details on it.
If it is possible to remove one of the subwoofers, that could help as JL Audio typically stamps their model number on the back side of their subwoofers
Hi. I recently subscribe. Your videos are informative. I have a factory radio, but the factory speakers are no good. I intend to replace and use only the two front door speakers, along with two subwoofers. I dont want a very big system. Maybe 6" speaker for doors and two 8 or 10" for subwoofers. My question is, what amplifier etc do I need to set up this system? I strong await your response
3, 4, and 5, channel amps can all be used to power a system like the one you are designing. Also, two separate amps can be used (2 channel and a mono amp) if there isn't a good matching amp in the 3-5 channel models.
What speakers and subs are you going to use?
Awesome video but I have a couple questions. I bought component front speakers because I had tweeters up front and rear non componet speakers for my 2020 tacoma. I want to add a sub later after I add an amp. Would I need a 7 channels to drive them all? Also the rear speakers are 100 watts RMS and the fronts are 150, should I just go with 100 W RMS? Honestly if you could suggest an amp that will fit under my driver seat that would be awesome too. Thank you for the awesome video.
Hi Kevin!
For your amp addition, you would need to use either a 5 channel amp to power all of your speakers, and a sub.
Or you could also use a 4 channel amplifier and a mono block amp for your subwoofer addition.
Please chat with us online or by phone for product recommendations!
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
Hi!
I replaced the all stock Boston speakers in my 2011 Chrysler 200s Convertible for kicker CS series speakers, because the previous owner abused the stock system and it sounded like it was on its last leg.
And now, they play quite a bit lower on volume, I assume because they are 4ohm vs 2ohm, and the door speakers play only bass, as in the tweeters and mid-range aren't active at all, because the stock system used the door speakers as subs pretty much.
And my question is, how do I choose an amp for these speakers?
Because most of the amps are for example x4 channels at 90watts, while in my car the dash speakers are 35w RMS, the door speakers are 150w RMS, and the rear seat speakers are 100w rms, and I have no idea what amp to choose with this setup. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
More power is a big plus for the Kicker CS line. To use an amp for everything, your best bet is to move to beefier dash speakers as well. Our advisors can help you choose both. Please reach out to them here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc921/support/ContactUs.aspx
Hello we are putting a new sound system in a79 series ute [Australia]and looking at alpine x-170s component speakers [2 only single cab] advice on a single subwoofer and amp please?
We don't know what models will be available in Australia as we sell gear in the United States market. Typically, we recommend our customers giving their speakers and subwoofers a minimum of 70% of the top RMS watts they can handle for the cleanest sound. The closer you get to 100% of the top RMS watts, the harder and more intensely they can play. Also, a good blending of the bass can happen when the subwoofers handle 5-10 times the power of the speakers. According to Alpine's Australia website, those speakers handle up to 45 watts RMS so you could match them with a subwoofer than handles 250-450 watts RMS.
What about some of the powered subs on your website as opposed to a sub and separate amp?
Those are already matched in terms of amp power and the subwoofer. Its still a good idea to follow the recommendations given for the power needed to match different versions of systems in a vehicle given in the "how to pick out a mono amp" section of this video. We also have advisors that can discuss your system and goals for the sound to give you a personal recommendation on one. Here's how to reach us for this help:
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I'm after sound quality but I'm pressed for room and right now have a kicker 4ch class ab amp with mids an highs on in front an its a crew cab with no rear speakers yet and I'm ready to add them and am thinking of moving from the kicker 4ch class A/B to the kicker key 4ch class d and sell the (2) kicker A/B amps and buy 3 of the kicker key amps (2) key200.4 4ch class D amps and a key500.1 mono class D amp. and so finely would ya notice any difference in sound quality from the kicker class A/B to the newer kicker class D amps ??? I know they say the class d has come a long way from what I read but there was no clear answer if the new kickers sound good enough to pass for a class A/B amp??. thanks
Just so they are a good match for your speaker specs, the Kicker Key amps offer excellent power and performance, especially for the compact size.
Hello i have a question.....I have a 2014 Chevy Cruze . I am replacing all 4 doors speakers with (kicker-6 3/4 with 240 watts peak) and i'am trying to install 2 6x9 Rockford fosgate 3-way Coaxel single (4 OHM) 130 watts peak (65W RMS) on the rear deck...mind you the vehicle when i bought it didn't come with rear speakers or(wiring) and no holes were made on the panel only on the main base of the vehicle.So i'am trying to figure what type of amp should i get to support these speakers along in the future if i wanted to add a sub also.
Thank you in advance for any help.
It sounds like you're going to be running a total of 6 speakers. Do you know what model Kicker and Rockford Fosgate speakers those are? We want to match the speakers to the amp based on the rms power and not the peak power. Also are you using your stock radio or an aftermarket radio with this set up?
Bro sugeest a amplifier suitable for jbl gto 1202d...u said its should have a correct amp to give the right output so can u suggest one...please
That subwoofer can do 300 watts RMS at 1 or 4 ohms. Are you using an aftermarket radio or the OEM radio?
@@crutchfield ..I still using oem ...I mean the company fitted
Here's a Kenwood mono amp that's a great power match for your sub, and it includes speaker-level inputs to help connect the amp to a factory radio: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc928/p_113X5021/Kenwood-Excelon-X502-1.html?tp=35834
Great video. I have a little different sce ario where my speakers are 2 ohm 75Wrms and the Head Unit is 25W per channel at 4 ohm. Is this putting at risk my head unit? If that is the case can I use a 4 ohm 600 amp to cover the need for power?? Thank you so much for your time!
Most head units are not able to support 2 ohm speakers. If the head unit can support 2 ohms, the owner's manual will list it. If your head unit is one that cannot support 2 ohms, that is likely to put the head unit at risk.
We need to check the amp's watts RMS per channel at 2 ohms. The amp should output no more than 75 watts RMS at 2 ohms. If it does not exceed the 75 watts RMS at 2 ohms, then it will work with the speakers
I have 4 JL Audio 10TW3-D8 subwoofers and I’m having a problem finding a amp that is sufficient to power them! Would you happen to have any recommendations on an amp and how to wire it so I can get the most out of my subwoofers? Thank you
You can wire those four dual 8-ohm voice coil subs in a parallel configuration to create a 1-ohm total load. Here's a 1-ohm stable mono amp from Rockford Fosgate that will work well with your JL subs: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc928/p_575R21200X/Rockford-Fosgate-R2-1200X1.html?tp=35834
Hey I really hope you see this ice currently got 2 150w 4omb audio pipe ts-cvr6 woofer speakers and an old 360w sub woofer speaker that I had from an old stereo. Now what I want to do is combine them and hook them up to my pc but I'm not sure what to look for in my amplifier
We will be happy to help and have a few questions so we can make sure you get an amp that will work. What is the brand/model of the older subwoofer? We need to know some of its specifications to endure a proper power match to the amp.
Also, does your computer have the ability to output only bass audio through any of its ports? If it does, what type of port will that bass be output on?
What amp would you recommend to power two jbl club ws1200 1000 Watts 12" shallow subs. Thanks
Nice choice on the subs! The JBL Club A600 is a perfect amp match here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_109CL600A/JBL-Club-A600.html?tp=35834
Thanks for the video but could I power 4 door speakers and 2 tweeters with a 4 channel amp?
It is possible that this can work and will depend on the gear being used. Do you already have the speakers, tweeters, and/or amp? If you do, what are the brands and models of the gear you have now?
So what kind of amp is needed to power one set of two ohm front speakers and a pair of 4 ohm rear door speakers at the same time? Does it just have to be 2 ohm stable so to speak? Or do you have to use two different amps?
There are amps that can do this. One of our advisors would love to help you explore the options! bit.ly/2KP1zS3
Do I need an amp if my aftermarket headunit has 4 x 55W of power for speakers that have an RMS power of 80W?
An amplifier is always beneficial, but not always necessary.
Depending on if your head unit is supplying 55 watts RMS, or if that is a peak power rating, would help us be more precise with our information. It would also help to know how sensitive your speakers are.
Feel free to connect with us online or by phone, for assistance in real time.
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Hey I have a ATG 3500rms 12 subwoofer and 1 6x9 skar audio speaker (125rms) and I have 2 tweeters (200rms) for both. What is a good amp to run this system without not having enough power
We will be happy to help! This gear may need 2 amps. Do you have the ATG-Audio ATG12W3500 model subwoofer? Also, which model Skar 6x9 and tweeters do you have for the system?
Hey, i ordered two 240w speakers for the rear and two 270w speakers for the front, what am should i look for
Typically, when speakers will be installed that have two close, but still different RMS watt ratings, it is best to find a 4 channel amp that matches the lower RMS watt rating between the two speakers. We can make a recommendation for you. Which two models did you get?
Hello, I'm confused between JL JD400/4 or Alpine S2 A36F and both are class D 4 channel amps that i will be buying for my Blam relax component and Coax speakers
What has got you confused? I think both are solid 4-channel amps, with the JL Audio JD400/4 delivering a slight bit more wattage. What is the maximum RMS rating that your Blam Relax speakers can handle? Most that I saw on their site can handle around 75-watts rms, so the JL could be a solid call!
Are watts equivalent to decibel values? If they are how many decibels would a 50 watt speaker with a 50 watt amplifier produce? Just wondering because I wouldn't want really quiet speakers.
Watts are not equivalent to decibels and there is a lot that comes into figuring out the loudest a system can play including the sensitivity of the speaker. Typically, that measurement is the decibel level give with 1 watt played and and standing 1 meter away. Each time that power is doubled (i.1. 1 x 2 = 2 watts, 2 x 2 = 4 watts, etc...), the maximum decibels go up by 3.
hello good evening how are you doing Crutchfield I hope you guys are doing great!! i have a question! For my 2007 Toyota corolla sport what kind of amplifier would be good ? an im going to buy the Jensen CAR8000 radio
an a backup camera Boyo VTL17LTJ
im going to purchase all of this at once an i want to get the correct amplifier what do you guys recommend!!
The good news is that the Jensen receiver can work with any of our amps! What are the brand and model of the speakers that the new map will power?
That Bluetooth option that you said for classic cars? Could that same system be used in a new cars? Also with the Bluetooth would that not need a deck anymore and my phone would just be all I need?
Yes, this same Bluetooth amp setup can be used in newer vehicles. You will not hear any of the audible alerts anymore including those from services like OnStar, etc... but as long as you are ok with that, then a Bluetooth amp and speaker setup can be installed
Hi...i bought 2 pairs of jbl gto609c component speakers and looking for an 4 channel amplifier which would be perfect fit for them, can you suggest any amplifiers which would be perfect fit for them. please recommend jbl amplifiers too. confusing thing is these speakers are 3 ohms so can i use 4 ohmn amplifier?
It is best to make sure the amp can support a 2 ohm load as that means it will work with 3 ohm speakers like those JBL models. There are a lot of amps that can be used to power these speakers including the JBL brand. Here's the ones that will work very well with those speakers:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/g_347050/4-channel-Amps.html?tp=35782#&nvpair=FFRMS_Power@@Channel|[rank2]%2061%20-%2080%20watts&nvpair=YCMinimum_Impedance_Unbridged|2
I have 2 12" SKAR VD12 shallow mount subwoofers but don't know what kind of amp to run with it. Could I get some help please
The VD12 is a dual 2-ohm voice coil 500 watt rms sub according to Skar's specs. Since you have two of those you'll wire them in parallel to 2 ohms and those can handle a total of 1000 watts rms. I recommend the JBL Stadium 1000 which outputs 1000 watts rms at 2 ohms to power them to their fullest potential safely. This has preamp inputs and speaker level inputs for a stock or aftermarket radio: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc974/p_109STAD10M/JBL-Stadium-1000.html?tp=35834