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need help matching a amp to this sub

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by krisjw101, Mar 12, 2012.

  1. Mar 12, 2012 at 9:23 PM
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    krisjw101

    krisjw101 [OP] Well-Known Member

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  2. Mar 12, 2012 at 9:51 PM
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    I could be wrong but I always figure the best bet is to go with same brand and match the watts up. Unless someone corrects me I say 300w jl
     
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    TurboGT

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    Great buy on this right now.... Alpine MRX-M50 at $199.

    Don't turn the gain up high (i.e. be respectful of the gear) and not only do you get a great amp, at a great price, but it also gives you room to add another or upgrade to a new sub later down the road without having to worry about what will work with your amp
     
  4. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:46 AM
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    Its a decent price, but we are talking about a 150w rms sub.

    All you need, OP, is a fairly low power 2 channel (50-75x2) bridged to the sub.

    If you think you may want to upgrade, a mono amp that does ~150-200w @ 4 ohm will be great.

    IF I had to buy something on the cheap, I would pick up one of these, and know I got a fantastic deal, on a solid amp:

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-Acoustic...8608440?pt=Car_Amplifiers&hash=item2a1a3997b8
     
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  5. Mar 13, 2012 at 4:24 PM
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    Not necessarily wrong because some people prefer to have their system all from one brand, if I had the money I'd have everything JL except the deck, it's just a matter of personal opinion. An example of that is that my opinion Kicker amps are awesome but their speakers are ok.
     
  6. Mar 15, 2012 at 7:41 AM
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