need help choosing an amp

[v8vlwags]

hi all,im going to install 2 kenwood subs model number kfc_xw1024d into the back of my vx wagon,going to go 1 each side of cargo area,i need help choosing an amp to power these,im after more clarity than dirty bass,subs are 250w+250w 4OHMS+4OHMS if that helps,im only running hertz splits up front and no rear door speakers any help would be great

[sweefu]

The subs you quoted are Dual 4ohm coils each, so you need an amplifier which is 1ohm stable with 500wrms as a minimum, a little more is good so you can have some headroom. What's your budget?

[v8vlwags]

probably up to $500 maybe a bit more if im nice to the misses,if i get stuck i can layby anyway ,would like options if i can thanks

[sweefu]

No worries, that should get you something good. Do you want to buy online or local? What area are you in?

If you want to go something cheap i'd go one of these
https://shop.1wow.com.au/productcart...R-24p16512.htm
It should be had for just under $300, plenty of headroom, and they appear to have a reasonable build quality.

Or would you be looking something more high end, bit better quality?

[MAG00]

hi all,im going to install 2 kenwood subs model number kfc_xw1024d

Or would you be looking something more high end, bit better quality?

Question answered?

[sweefu]

That's taken out of context, i was referring to the amplifier i had suggested

[v8vlwags]

yeah probably something better,i was told by someone that option audio amps produced dirty bass ,im after clarity more cheers dont mind local or online im in langwarrin vic

[Nic92]

if you dont mind buying a amp online, i brought a really nice hifonics amp and there really cheap but there really good aswell. maybe consider the Brutus Series. dont go anywhere near the HiFi ones though

something like this maybe, for around $300, after i brought one my friend brought one aswell and he really likes it < plenty of power just set all the gains right

[v8vlwags]

that one looks okay,as you can gather i dont know much about amps haha but i have read some good things about that brand amp

[Nic92]

yeah theres even a video on youtube on them and to make it even better it is CEA certified so its true power

[v8vlwags]

sounds good i shall have a look at them,thanks mate

[kcpwns]

Option audio amps go good for their price mate I swear by them.

[MAG00]

I think you misunderstand what an amplifier does. I found this piece of text helpful.

Amplifiers: What are they and what do they do?

ALL amplifiers are basically power supplies! This will shock almost all who read this.
Audio amplifiers are really a valve between the power supply and the speaker. This valve
is “instructed” by the incoming audio signal to allow a given amount of the voltage and
current from the power supply to reach the loudspeaker dependent solely on the
amplitude and polarity of the incoming signal. This blows away the pre conceptions of all
who read this of what amplifiers really are. Remember there are two main components in
any amplifier, a power supply which is the sole source of power/energy and the
“amplifier” which channels the power from the power supply by virtue of “commands”
given by the driving audio signal.

Sourced from Zed amplifier manual

While some amplifiers do the above better than others, the noticeable difference on cheaper speakers/subwoofers is negligible as there is a limit to their performance.

If you plan on upgrading at a later date, then fork out the cash for a higher quality amp now, just don't expect the added performance to make a distinct improvement until you upgrade the rest of your system.

[v8vlwags]

yeah thats my intentions mate ,get a good/decent one now saves buying twice,already have great splits got the subs dirt cheap brand new,just after a good quality amp

[HCVP]

Whether you spend $300 or $3000 on an amp, running to the above mentioned subs, it will not make a difference. Take into account the size of the vehicle, the subs will be working fairly hard depending on how much output you would like from them. Your time and money is best focused on tuning the enclosures, sound deadning the front cabin, and an amplifier that provides ample head room.

The OA amps are good value for money, and aside from the gay looking fake bling they wear with their current models, they are a good buy. It's amazing that you can get 1,2kwrs these days for $300 from a reprable brand. Last time i installed a stereo that sort of power would have set you back about 3 times that amount !!

Amplifiers have the least amount of impact out of all your components.

[v8vlwags]

it is amazing things are so cheap now,well i wont be belting hell out of them constantly,more after the clarity/definition than outright ear bleeding,more so i dont want to get the wrong thing,i walked into autobarn and all they said was oa amps are just loud ,dirty bass these 1000 watt monoblocks are what you need and youll need 2 of them,i am just after a unbiased opinion on what i need thats decent quality

[HCVP]

Why would you need 2 mono block amps for 2 subs? You want to wire the voice coils to get the lowest impedance possible presented to the amp.

Your subs are dual voice coil 4 ohm so then the lowest impedance level you would get when running 2 seperate amps is 2 ohms. If you wire them together you can get the load down to 1 ohm, therefore taking advantage of the 1 ohm power rating on an amp such as the OA.

PS the guy at auto bahn is a fkwitt

[v8vlwags]

yeah i know,its all about getting the dollar i walked out of there and was like WTF thats why i came on here he just confused the sh*t out of me

[HCVP]

Don't think about it, you'll just go round in circles. It's $300.....just get the OA. If you were spending several thousand then sure maybe you'd want to do a fair bit of research. Your not going to pick an audible difference between anything in this price range i can assure you, let alone higher. Save the money and direct it elsewhere in the build.

[v8vlwags]

alright sweet guessing im going with that,spent heaps on front splits,thanks for the help guys happy to recieve further suggestions