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Subwoofer wiring diagrams
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There are many ways to wire subwoofers and amplifiers. The ideal is to match subs, amps, and their relative impedances to maximize their power capabilities. While not totally inclusive, the following diagrams should be helpful in determining which wiring option will work best for you.
NOTE: Some low-impedance subwoofer system diagrams are included. In order to take advantage of the higher power output of these systems, your amplifier must be capable of driving loads as low as one ohm per channel. Attempting to drive a load lower than what your amp was designed to handle will lead to overheating and possible damage to your amp and subs.
Single Voice Coil (SVC) or Dual Voice Coil (DVC): If your component subwoofer has 4 wiring terminal posts, it's a DVC. If it has 2 terminals, it's an SVC. Subwoofer voice coils usually come in 2-ohm, 4-ohm, and 8-ohm impedances.
Impedance: Impedance is the amount of electrical resistance a sub puts up against an amplifier's output. A sub's impedance is often printed on its magnet. When you wire dual voice coils and multiple subs together, the resulting total impedance is not always simple to figure out or practical to use.
Amplifiers: An amplifier puts out more power to a low impedance sub than it does to a higher impedance sub. But not all amplifiers can drive low impedance systems safely. Refer to your amp manufacturer or owner's manual to determine whether or not it can handle a low impedance load.
Bridged mode: Bridging an amplifier combines two of its channels into one, to get more power. The disadvantage of bridging is that bridged channels can't drive impedance loads as low as they can when unbridged.
Wires: All the wires depicted in the Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams are speaker wires. For wiring subwoofers, we recommend using wires of 12- to 16-gauge in size.
CAUTION: Be sure to maintain proper polarity to prevent damage to your amplifier/subwoofer system.
How many channels does your amplifier have?
- Mono Amplifier (one channel)
- 2-Channel Amplifier
- 4-Channel Amplifier
|Mono Amplifier Configurations (close)
|2-Channel Amplifier Configurations (close)
|4-Channel Amplifier Configurations (close)
How many subwoofers do you have?
|One Subwoofer (close)
|Two Subwoofers (close)
|Three Subwoofers (close)
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Gus from fredericksburg vaPosted on 4/23/2015
if the amp is 1000 rms will both subs have 500 rms each or what.
herman from MichiganPosted on 4/23/2015
Can I connect a 2ohm speaker parallel to 4ohm speaker into a 2ohm stable amp?
Andrew Maloch from United StatesPosted on 4/27/2015
i have 2 svc 12" MTX Thunder 4500's and 1 12" dvc polk audio dxi 124 hooked to a 2 channel spl series 2 z2x-1600 1600watt max mosfet crossover. i know wiring them up parallel with only one coil on the polk audio produces 1 ohm and my amp is 2 ohm stable i was thing of wiring the 2 mtx parallel and the polk in series to produce 4 ohms? would that be a good option? and i am about to build a box for the 3 subs, should i port it or seal it?
jason from thurmont MDPosted on 4/27/2015
i have a single 12 with dual 4 ohm vc's. would it be better to wire the coils in series and bridge the channels on my amp or hook a channel straight to each coil?
Sam from Cedar RapidsPosted on 4/30/2015
If I have 4 12" with dual 4O voice coils(3,200W RMS), and a AC5000.1D Monoblock Amplifier (Which states as being 1O stable producing 3,500W) but only 1,800W at 4O, is it possible to wire this without underpowering the subwoofers?
D from CincinnatiPosted on 5/1/2015
How do you wire 4 dvc 4 ohm sub to get 1 ohm at the amp
radjin from surinamePosted on 5/1/2015
i have a 4 channel amp but its not bridgeable .I will install one (double coil subwoofer )on the low pass channels and 2 (single coil subwoofer) on the high pass channels. is this installation possible ??
shaun van vuuren from South AfricaPosted on 5/6/2015
What is the difference between a 2ohm or 4ohm sub and could i run the kicker CompRT10 2 Ohm loaded enclosure of the kicker cx300.1 amp Thanks
shaun van vuuren from South AfricaPosted on 5/6/2015
Hi Buck, Thanks for the reply regarding the 2 ohm and 4 ohm kicker CompRT10 2 Ohm loaded enclosure I just wanted to know that the cx300.1 will power the sub sufficiently as the the mentioned sub is rated at Power Watts (peak 800/RMS 400) will it put strain on either of the above products if the amp is slightly less powerful Thanks for the info and is it true the higher the ohm the easier to power? Regards Shaun
shaun van vuuren from South AfricaPosted on 5/6/2015
Buck, thanks for the info on the sub/amp that has really helped me with my decision, i would like to know if the following system will be a decent upgrade over factory equipment. I have Kicker 40CSS654 for the front,Kicker 41KSC654 for the rear powered by the cx300.4 and now thanks to your advise the cx300.1 and the 10" loaded sub all still to be installed, will these items complement each other.
shaun van vuuren from South AfricaPosted on 5/7/2015
Buck, please elaborate on my kicker set-up as previously mentioned, do you have any concerns on the system or perhaps a better alternative to my existing gear as it has not been installed as yet,is there anything you would recommend as a suitable replacement?
shaun van vuuren from South AfricaPosted on 5/9/2015
Hi Buck, I have a Kenwood KDC-BT92sd Receiver and a Ford Ranger pick-up similar to the Ford raptor just not as big. does that help?
ROBERT BOCKMAN from United StatesPosted on 5/10/2015
i need to hook up a no 2 dvc 1000 watts 4 ohms i think i can pull then right now they are wired for 1ohm how do i connect this subwoofer to a home receiver
shaun van vuuren from South AfricaPosted on 5/12/2015
Hi Buck< Thanks for all the help and patients I was asking you questions that you have answered in the "Car Amplifiers FAQ" which I only found now. Thanks again for the help. Shaun
Brett from fullertonPosted on 5/12/2015
i have a mono amp thats too powerful but if i put it at 4 ohms its perfect. i have a 15 inch l7 that i want running at 4 ohms but not sure how the wiring is suppose to look. can you show me a diagram please
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 5/13/2015
I have a boss cxx27005 5 channel amp (600w-950w on the sub channel ) with a pioneer w3004d 600 watt duel 4 ohm voice coil. the amp puts out 600 watts at 4ohms and 950 watts at 2ohms . The voice coils are actually getting 1.5 ohms when wired at 2 ohms ,so I want to get a duel 2 ohm sub that is 450 watts , wire it at 1 ohm and run them together at 2.5 ohms because I had to wire the pioneer sub at 8 ohms (actually 6.2 ohms because my amp is not 1 ohm stable so I am not getting the full benefit from my sub ) will that work because of the slight difference of the actual ohms between the subs . ?
Mike Krueger from Demotte ,IN .Posted on 5/14/2015
Thanks for the info . I understand as of everything including electricity will take the easiest route or take the path of least resistance to release pressure , electricity , steam , ect .... If this is the case I should purchase the exact same subwoofer to ensure the resistance is exactly the same or if there is a difference of even .5 ohms one sub would get more current even if they are rated to be the same on paper , correct? If this is the case should I purchase 2 lower wattage subs to better match my amps output or should I get one of higher wattage sub that matches my amps output weather 2 or 4 ohms ,because anything below 2 ohms my amp kicks out after a few minutes . What would be the best option to get the most bass , I aim for the subs that have the highest decibels of efficiency . I am the one who asked the question about mixing a 2ohm and a 4 ohm sub on my 5 channel boss amp last night .
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 5/15/2015
Since I can't wire a DVC 2 ohm and a DVC 4 ohm together off of the fifth sub channel of my boss 2705 amp , should I get one sub that takes 900 watts (wired at 2ohms) or should I get 2 DVC 2 ohm subs that have 450 watts RMS wired at 1 ohm to present a 2ohm load to the amp ? What would give me the best bass output ? I do my home work on my audio equipment before purchasing . I check the sensitivity , output , input , reviews , and of course maker ect... What would you do ? Thanks .
joshPosted on 5/16/2015
I have a fosgate prime 1500 amp it is the gold colored one and the four speaker terminals it says 2ohms over both sets of terminals I have a fosgate hx2 12 inch dvc 4ohms how do I hook these together properly. Thanks
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 5/17/2015
Why can't you take a DVC 4ohm sub and wire it where you run a split wire from both the positive and negative to each of the 4 terminals for a 4 ohm load ?
Nathan from Sacramento, CAPosted on 5/21/2015
Hi, I was wondering if a JL Audio 10W3v3-2 is a good match for JL Audio XD300/1v2? Should I go with the 4 Ohm version of the sub? Running the amp at 2 Ohms would have what effects on heat or long term reliability, if any? I want to have high quality clean sound with a low draw on the vehicle's electrical system. Thanks
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 5/22/2015
Hey Buck , it's me again . I was wondering if you could wire DVC 2 ohm woofers to a 4ohm load to the amplifier ?
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 5/23/2015
Hi Buck . It's me again . I wanted to get two subs and mount one in a sealed box and one in a ported box to cover all of the bass frequency ranges . Would you let me know if this is a good idea ? Thanks .
JOHNJOHN from norwalkPosted on 5/23/2015
best way to wire a 10inch JL AUDIO to a ROCKFORD FOSGATE PRIME R300-4
Devon from IndianaPosted on 5/24/2015
Hey Buck. So I have a old ken wood kac7201 amp. I also have a dvc 4ohm alpine type s. The amp has 120w per channel @4ohms, 230w per channel @4ohms and bridged has 460w @4ohms. Is it safe to wire to 2ohms bridged? Or would 8ohms be safer? I've only seen those two diagrams. I don't want to try anything before I learn how. I'm running a single sub in a sealed box.Thanks a million sir.
Stian from NorwayPosted on 5/25/2015
Hi. I have two DVC 4 ohms subs, an a monoblock stable for 2 ohms. How should I wire it?
tboy ted from LAPosted on 5/27/2015
hi, i have a amp that is rated for 4-Ohms: 250x1 rms and 2-Ohms: 500x1 rms but my 2 subs are rated 4ohm svc 250w rms how do i wire them up thanks
tboy ted from LAPosted on 5/28/2015
thanks a lot Buck!!!!!!!! that was very helpful you need a promotion for all the help you give to the speaker and sub community.
LiamPosted on 5/28/2015
I have 2 12" 250 rms power MTX subwoofers with an impedance of 4 ohm each. Does that mean i need to find a mono amplifier with 2 ohm impedance and about 750-1000 watts?
LiamPosted on 5/29/2015
Thanks Buck. I am probably going to buy the Alpine PDR- M65.
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 5/29/2015
Hi Buck it's again , Mike from Indiana . I recently asked about wiring two DVC 4 ohm subs , one with a sealed enclosure and one with a ported box . I made my order before I got a reply and went ahead and bought a ported box along with 2 4ohm DVC NVX NSW124V subs with a RMS of 200-350 watts each wired at 4 ohms to the amp which has 600 watt RMS at 4 ohms . I already had a 1 cubic foot sealed box and I purchased a 1.83 cubic foot ported box . I figured if it sounded like crap I could unport it . I installed it yesterday 5/28/15 and I think it sounds fantastic , I actually had someone say " a nice sounding system " when I went to the store . That was the first time I ever had anyone say anything about my sound system before . I just thought I would let you know my thoughts .
Arjun from New JerseyPosted on 5/30/2015
Hi, i have a monoblock alpine 1.1000d amp, which i am trying to connect to with 2 12" 4ohm DVC JBL subwoofers at a 2ohm load each. My question is the alpine amp which i am using is a mono amp. However it has 2 speaker connections which means i can connect both subwoofers directly too it potentialy, i am trying to follow this guide to do this but because the amp has 2 speaker connecions do i follow the 2 channel connection guide or the mono amp connection guide? Sorry for being long winded , i hope i have been clear. I just want to be make sure of everything when installing thats all. Cheers
Jim Guenther from Dallas TexasPosted on 6/9/2015
I have a JM360 amp spec'd at 90watts RMS per channel X4 channels, (360w total) driven continuous into a 2 ohm load @ 14.4vdc. With 2 front JM Rokker 7.25speakers Spec'd at 2 ohms impedance and 217 watts. My question is how do I wire JL audio M880 8.8" 4ohm speakers?
Sadiq Lewis from Takoma Park MarylandPosted on 6/12/2015
I dont have enough electrical power in my vehicle so would it be a good idea to wire my pioneer tsw311d4 to 4 ohms instead of 2 ohms into my rockford fosgate r500x1d?
John from HalifaxPosted on 6/12/2015
Hello, I was wondering if a Kenwood KAC-8406 amplifier (bridged, 4 ohms: 200 watts x 2 chan) would be able to adequately power 2 SVC 8-Ohm subwoofers with RMS ratings of 200 watts each (400 watts total)?
chris bingham from texasPosted on 6/15/2015
I have a 2 10" jl audio subs mounted in original box they are 4 ohm but have been wires for 2 ohm operation I also have 2 10" 4ohm kickers each in seperate boxes all 4 are svc im trying to find a way to wire all four to a mono amp at 2 ohm if u can help out i would appreciate it greatly
AdamPosted on 6/15/2015
I have two 12" kenwoods SVC 400 watt rms and a one 12" 1600watt (peak) Lanzar max pro DVC could i hook these up to a BOSS Audio R 3400D Riot 3400-watts Monoblock Class D 1 Channel 1 Ohm Stable Amplifier?
quintonPosted on 6/17/2015
I have a box with 2 10"s 2 tweets and 2 mids and I only have a crunch power one 300 watt 4 channel 1 ohm amp. should I be able to use this amp or something bigger. I have no idean brand of speakers or watts but there all 4 ohms.
Mike Krueger from Demotte , IN .Posted on 6/18/2015
Hi Buck , its me again from Demotte , IN . Currently I have 2 NVX NSW 124V2 SUBS rated at 300-350 watts Rms with 92 dcbs of sensitivity . I have them presenting a 4 ohm load to my Boss cxx2705 5 channel amp with the sub channel pushing 600 watts RMS . I have a Pioneer TS-W3003D4 600wattRMS sub that has 96 dcbs of sensitivity and has a much tighter base then the NVX subs . When I wire the Pioneer to 2 ohms it is only actually 1.5 ohms . would it be ok to mix the 2 different types of subs or would that push more power to the Pioneer and not enough for the NVX
Paul from AustraliaPosted on 6/20/2015
Wiring diagram from head unit with 6 pre-outs to go to a single mono block amp an 2 four channel amps
Dakoda from Musgrave harbour nfldPosted on 6/21/2015
Ive got two 2300 watt boss phantom subwoofers 12". Wondering what size amp i should get, had a 3500 watt one but it gave out. Dont want one that will blow me subs.
johnny from canadaPosted on 6/21/2015
Hey guys. I just picked up a Infinity Kappa One monoblock amp which is rated at 500w rms x 1 at 4 ohms and 800W rms x 1 at 2 ohms. I also picked up a pair (2) matching subs infinity Kappa 100.9w ( 10" sub ) which are rated at 350w rms/1400w peak each. These are the subs that have the selectable impedance switch on the back of the woofer for either 2 ohm or 4 ohm. How would be the best way to connect the 2 subs to the amp ??? I've always done the " hit and miss " method in the past but I want to do it properly this time. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
ArcherPosted on 6/22/2015
OK, so, wiring question: I have a 2 channel amplifier bridged @ 4 ohms currently. I just bought two 2 ohm DVC subs. Is there a way to configure these so the total impedance is 4 ohms with the amp bridged? If I unbridge it, I can power the subs with a 2 ohm load per channel but this would require me to modify the box since it currently isn't set up to support more than two input wires. Based on the wiring diagram above, I would need to unbridge the amp and power one sub per channel @ 2 ohms. Is there another way to do this? Is there a way to set this up so the final total impedance is 4 ohms bridged? Thanks for your help!
Michael from Cary, NCPosted on 6/22/2015
I have a planet audio 1800.5 amp and a pyle PLPW8D sub. The amp is rated at 420W at 2 ohm while the sub is rated for 400W RMS. Which wiring diagram would you recommend, the 2ohm or 8ohm?
ArcherPosted on 6/23/2015
Buck, thanks for your input, so a follow up question then: The wiring diagram I'm looking at is the 2 channel diagram for two DVC 2 ohm subs. It appears that in the diagram each sub is connected independently to its own channel, with two 4 ohm loads independently powering the two speakers. Am I reading this correctly? And, if I unbridge the amp and directly connect a channel to each speaker with the second voice coil bridged as shown in the diagram, what is my final impedance? Thanks again for your help!
Paul from United StatesPosted on 6/24/2015
I am trying to figure out the correct speaker wiring for my system. I have one 4 channel amp that is capable of 1000 watts x4 at a 2 ohm load. Each channel (door) i have 2 -4 ohm speakers and 1 tweeter. How would i wire the 2 door speakers and tweeter to get back at one of the amp channels at a 2 ohm load? Thank you
gdfresno from CaliforniaPosted on 6/29/2015
How i would i need to wire my subwoofer and amp to feel more bass ..i have 2 12 arc audio 4-OHM 700 W MAX 350 rms dvc sub and an almani amp ha 1500d class d technology digital amplifier
Zach from WilliamsonPosted on 7/1/2015
I have a dual 2ohm cvx and a dual 4 ohm L7 with a 1400 watt 2/1 channel Sony amp. I know the amp is no good but is it possible for me to wire both subs and get a final impedance of 4ohm? Or what's a recommended final impedance of a 2/1 channel amp?
javs from south africaPosted on 7/2/2015
Hi I have a duel mono amp 2 dvc and 2 svc subwoofers how do I wire it to 1 ohm stable many many thanks
James from Federal wayPosted on 7/3/2015
I have 2 audio Bahn 12" aw121T subwoofers they only have one voice coil hook up but it has two negatives into positives on that single hook up does that mean it is a DVC sub
SatyaPosted on 7/3/2015
Hi, I have a pioneer 50wx4-DEHx1790ub head unit with only front speakers. I have a spare 6 ohm woofer from an earlier installation. Can I fit it to my pioneer hu without an amplifier? I am not sure what impedance the unit is but it might be 2ohm/4ohm. Please let me know the probable outcome of the setup.
Chris Williams from waco txPosted on 7/4/2015
i have a dvc 4 ohm sub, and a dvc 2 ohm sub. i have a 2 ohm monoblock amp. is it possible to wire these subs together an to the amp without hurtin anythang? two 12" P3's kicker 1000.1
Kamil from NorwayPosted on 7/6/2015
Hi, I have Boss Audio P10DVC, 10" Dual 4 ohm and amp Boss Audio PH2.1000 and my question is how should I connect/wire them to get best sound/effect?
Ray Johnson from Sulphur,LA. United StatesPosted on 7/9/2015
I have two kicker CVR dual voiceoil 15" speakers and my amp os a hifonics Brutus 2000 watt (25th anniversary series). The problem that i am presented with is that my speakers have a different impedance, one is 2 ohm and the other 4. I have them set up to run on two channels in stereo, but wired the speaker inside of the box to drop resistance load (1/2ohms). It will play....until i turn up my reciever.How can i wire these both without having to dump a bunch of money out for another amp?
Jesse Delgado from Manteca ,CAPosted on 7/10/2015
Hello well I was thinking buying a RF power series T02D12. It is the selectable 1or 4 ohm dvc. I would like to know what is the best amp for performance and sq? Mono lock or 2 channel and how many watts?and how do I wire the amp to produce a 1 ohm load? Thank you beforehand.
chris from IndiaPosted on 7/10/2015
I would like to connect 4 dual subs with one peavey 4080 is it possible. ......
Luis Borges from PortugalPosted on 7/11/2015
I have 4 svc 4ohm subs and want to wire them to all four channels on my 4 channel amp,but at a 2ohm load to the 4 channels,is it possible.Any wiring diagram that i can follow. Thankyou
John R Zuber from United StatesPosted on 7/12/2015
I have a Pioneer GM 5602 (900W) 2 channel amplifier and two Diamond Audio TX 122s DVC 2 ohms. I believe they're 400 watts RMS. First question, is this set up a decent combination or should I search for a different amplifier? Secondly, assuming it's a good compatibility what would be the best wiring scheme to get the most out of my subs? THANKS in advance.
Pablo from Panorama city, California.Posted on 7/12/2015
hello I want help me please. I need to know, you can connect a pair of speakers 6x9 Sony XS-FB6930 4 ohms 60 rms in brigde in auto kenwood 4 channels (45x4, Real 22x4) a speaker in bridge mode on the front channels and the other 6x9 channels back ?. thanks
eric millerPosted on 7/13/2015
ok i have 2 quad voice coil 4 ohm subs im about to have 4 quad how do you wire two quad subs and 4 quad subs together
tim wulowka from British Columbia, CanadaPosted on 7/13/2015
If I have a mono 2 ohm stable amp, and 2 DVC 4 ohm subs, can I still wire it to be a 2 ohm load? which diagram would this be, thank you.
Henry renfrow from United StatesPosted on 7/13/2015
I have 2 3000 watt amps I got 2 dual voice coil Bose platinum speakers with both of them 4ohm what is the best way to the them up to get the best power or get them down to 1 ohm
Carlos Gonzales from WisconsinPosted on 7/14/2015
I have a four speaker system in my car and just installed four new speakers in my car , And now I want to hook up a sub and amp in my car. I have a four channel amp and two subs in one box. What do I need to make my system complete and is it hard to do myself?
Ed from PrattPosted on 7/14/2015
Pablo Fowler from panorama city, CAPosted on 7/14/2015
Hello, I am able to connect stereo speakers kenwood 6x9 using the four channels of stereo? I have a stereo KENWOOD KDC-122 [link removed] of 45x4 watts (continuous 22x4) and want to connect a pair of speakers 6x9 210 watts ( 70 continuous) (JBL-GT7-96)1 using all channels of the stereo, that is, use both channels for front and rear speaker channels to another horn. The problem is that if you change something in impedance or staying the same with the 4 ohm speakers or at risk to burn or affect something. I read in the stereo manual and says that if you can connect, the only thing you can not connect in bridge mode is a forward channel with a back channel. You can connect this way? Is something wrong with empedancia (change the ohms)?
Orlando Brown from SacramentoPosted on 7/15/2015
Is it possible to combine the output power of my two Mono Gravity amps, one 1500 watts and one 1800 watts? And run that combined power into three subwoofers?
Brian Hughes from Oak Grove, MoPosted on 7/16/2015
What is the ohm load of 6 dvc subs?
Patrick Garcia from United StatesPosted on 7/16/2015
What is the best way to wire my 12" sub & 2 6×9" speakers to get the amps full potential? I have a Kicker 40CWS124 CompS Series 12" 4-ohm subwoofer that has 300w RMS. Then i have 2 Kicker - Cs694 6" X 9" Coaxial Speakers that are 4-ohm and are 150w RMS. The amp i have is a kicker cx300.1 mono amplifier with 600w max and 300w RMS. Is there a way i can wire all this into this amplifier? Should i invest in smaller or larger 6×9 kicker speakers?
tim wulowka from Castlegar BC CanadaPosted on 7/18/2015
I have a 1400 watt RMS Mono block amplifier, but only 2 ohm stable, not 1 ohm stable, and 2 DVC 1800 watt max 900 watt RMS 4 ohm 10 inch subs, I have made a box that will fit the required air space of .95 cuft per sub sealed minus displacement for them, could you please show me how to wire these to work in 2 ohm stable (from what I understand, this is impossible), or 4 ohm stable for this set up, thank you very much for your help in advance....
Carter from Aberdeen, SDPosted on 7/18/2015
I have a kenwood mono amp that has 500 rms x 1 at 2 ohms and 300 rms x 1 at 4 ohms! I have 2 15 inch subs svc each are 8 ohm and I have them paralleled to make 4 ohm load. Would that amp give each sub 300 watts or split the 300 watts rms and give them 150 watts rms?
Joseph from TacomaPosted on 7/18/2015
Sony xm-gtx 1000 2 channel and DVC Punch P3 2ohm how can i wire this and not hurt my amp? I dont know if my amp 1 0hm stable.
Stephen Jones from lanexaPosted on 7/18/2015
im trying to get this kenwood 2000 watt mono amp but the thing is, it has two speaker inputs but its a mono amp im new to this all so this confused me how can i hook my 2 SVC subs into this amp [link to Kenwood KAC-9106D]
steven from cambridgePosted on 7/19/2015
I have a kicker cx1200.1 amp. I want to purchases 2 10cvr dvc sub-woofers. should I buy the 2 ohm or 4 ohm to best fit this amp. my amp has two positive and two negative inputs but it is a mono block amp. any help is appreciated.
Angel from HobbsPosted on 7/20/2015
I have a 3500.1 crunch v drive mono amp want to connect 4 subs at 1 ohm rating at 1300 rms each I followed the instructions on here but was wondering my amp has 2 outlets but is one channel is there a way to just wire it using both outlet's or bridge it to the point for one coming from amp
CHRIS PAUL from MelbournPosted on 7/20/2015
Hello I am having problems making my setup sound cleaner/ which boxes to use/ which amp to pair with subs/ wiring issues??? first i will list my setup as accurately as possible for you. head unit: basic pioneer no bluetooth. 2 pre amp outputs front aux and usb cost about $80 kicker rcas from best buy off brand rcas amps: kenwood 5 channel 1200 watt max, got from best buy for 250 normal price is 350 power acoustic 2000 watt mono block, got from a friend for cheap :) subwoofers: 2 kicker compVR DVC 12 inch subwoofers 2 power acoustics that i got with the 2000 watt amp. im assuming these speakers have somewhere around 600-800 rms EACH the 2 front door speakers and tweeters in the camry are stock, i obviously want to change that eventually. the rear deck speakers dont work because i bypassed the stock jbl amplifier that comes with the car. so i bought a pair of polk audio 6x9s from best buy they were 149.99 for the pair. i think this model got discontinued but i like them they scream pretty loud. i have the polk audios hooked up to the kenwood 5 channel amplifier. i havent taken the time to switch the 6x9 polk audios with the rear decks that arent working. so the 6x9s are sitting on top of the rear deck sliding around LOL. on to the subwoofer setup. i have the 2 kickers compVR 12 inch hooked up to the kenwood 5 channel. i have them bridged . then i have the 2 12 inch power acoustics hooked up to the 2000 watt amp. i also have a scosche capacitor hooked up i
Berna from Dallas txPosted on 7/20/2015
I have 1 sundown 18 2 homs 2coils and ckiker 1000.1 and protection on n of i try difents ways to wire coils but only 4 homs final inpedance works its only 500 no good amp or how to wire this sub???
israel from fairbanksPosted on 7/21/2015
I have a kicker compvr10 2ohm dual voice coil, im trying to know how to connect to a amplifier at 2ohm. I see how to make a 2ohm dual voice coil to a 4ohm amplifier Thank you!!!
Miguel from AustinPosted on 7/22/2015
Is a home theater sub [box] usually one channel? If so can I still parallel wire it?
Brian from AnokaPosted on 7/23/2015
Hmm, curious I have a 2 channel power amplifier that can power down to 2 ohms at 2,000 watts. I've bridged a 8 ohm sub which theoretically gave me 460 rms watts at 4 ohms and so rather than connect a second sub to be bridged off those same lines I used the remaining terminals on the amp to bridge so theoretically it should push the amplifier at 2 ohm max 600 watt rms or 2,000 watt peak. I can actually hear the bass kicking and thumping now as before it seemed well under driven despite the speakers being rated at 350 watt rms 750 watt peak. Sounds great now is this sounding feasible or a fire waiting to happen?
Tyler from IthacaPosted on 7/23/2015
i have 2 subwoofers in a ported box that has two terminals and I have a mono amp. How would I wire it?
Jake from Englewood flPosted on 7/24/2015
I have a 2004 Cadillac cts that has a factory duel voice coil 10" woofer on the back deck. Can i use the factory wires to run them thew rca's for the audio input for my amplifier?
Dave from United StatesPosted on 7/25/2015
Need to know the best way to hook my dvc subs Fosgate p3's to my 4 channel mtx thunder 304
Nathen from UniontownPosted on 7/25/2015
Hi there! I will be using he diagram for a mono amp with two DVC 4 ohm subs, wired to a final two ohm load. Question is does the wiring have to go from amp to sub to sub as shown or can it still be wired to the box separately on each side of the amp, which seems to be the same idea?
David ruiz from Monterey park , caPosted on 7/26/2015
I have a kenwood kac-9105 amp What subwoofer do you guys recommend?? How would you wire 500rms x 1 at 4ohms or 900rms x 1 at 2ohms ??? How would you wire one at 1ohm ??? On this kenwood amp Thanks
Trailshunn Burch from Macon, GaPosted on 7/26/2015
I have question. I have 2 Kicker 15" L3 Dual Voice Coil Subs. Currently im using a 2 ohm Audiobahn amplifier. I have one coil wired [neg to pos]. Second Coil i run [neg and pos] directly into the amp for a 2 ohm load. My question is, i am now ready to wire them both at a 2 ohm load which im sure i will need to upgrade amplifier. What type of amp should i use, and how should i wire them? Should i wire them parallel or series. If i wire them in parallel, would that give me 1 ohm per sub and would i need two amplifiers to make this happen safely? Im a little confused? If i can find a nice amp to power both subs then i will be satisfied. Im using a 2 ohm 400.2 audiobahn currently which is barely enough power. Please help me.
Nathen from UniontownPosted on 7/27/2015
Thank you Buck. I only have one speaker output from a tma t500.1 class b amp that will be feeding two 4 ohm DVC subwoofers. More specifically, if I ran the + and - to each side of the box and still bridged the second connection on the subwoofers, it would be the same two ohm load? Or do I need to connect exactly per the diagram to one speaker then run an additional positive over to the other speaker? Thanks again! I'm looking at the mono amp using two 4 ohm dvc subs resulting in two ohm final load.
Nathen from UniontownPosted on 7/27/2015
Hi buck. I believe I was looking at the wrong diagram. I have a tma t500.1 two ohm stable amp that will power two 4 ohm DVC subwoofers. Is there a way to wire them down to a two ohm load?
deandre from PhoenixPosted on 7/28/2015
I have two rockwood xplore xr4612 1200 watt subs. With a 2000 watt power acoustic cpt mono app 4/2ohm stable class a/b amp. What would be the best wiring to get the most bass from it? Im not sure what ohm the subs are as they are not listed on them but i believe they are the top of rockwood product line. I cant find any info about them online as ive had them for awhile now..im thinking theu may be either 1 or 2ohm but not sure.
Andre from Miami lakesPosted on 7/28/2015
Does the 12 inch Fosgate prime with a dual voice coil have a different wiring schematic than a normal voice call?
robert from ZwollePosted on 7/29/2015
I have a mono amp a nd one svc and one svc how would I weird this both speakers are four ohms
John from Greensboro, NCPosted on 8/2/2015
I want to run 2 10"subs using one amp and 1 15" sub using a different amp. My tuner/head only has one subwoofer output (rca plugs). Is there any way I can run both amps from the one output without losing signal integrity?
Andy WaldripPosted on 8/2/2015
i have a memphis single or 4 ohm voice coil and a 2 channel 900 watt bridgeable amp what do i set it at im not sure thankyou
Cody from WalterboroPosted on 8/4/2015
Hey I'm looking at getting 2 Pioneer Champion 10" (TS-W259D4) subs, and hooking them up to a 1000 watt 2-channel amp. Being that the subs are 4 ohms each, if bridge them according to your diagram it'd still be 4 ohms at the amp? According to the description, one sub "can be wired at 2 or 8 ohms" does that mean if I had two and bridged them, that it would come out to 4 or 16 ohms? Sorry I'm new at this (first car, first system) and I wanna do it right. Thanks.
Patrick from Las crucesPosted on 8/5/2015
I have a mt series re 15 inch subwoofer which has a 8 layer aluminum voice coils how do I wire it
Blaine Folsom from Tuscaloosa,AlPosted on 8/6/2015
I have a 5 channel amp and I want the best performance of course so how can I make my 1 DVC Sub run at 2 ohms and my other 4 speakers at 4 ohms? My AMP is a MBQUART NA 710.5 My SUB is a AUDIOBAUN 10" DVC SUB. Can you help by sending me a wiring diagram showing if possible everything at 2 OHMS. [email address removed] Thank you any help will be greatly appreciated.
doug from crowleyPosted on 8/7/2015
ive got an infinity 10 inch dvc and a lanzar vct 2100 amp, are these a good match in bridged mode? its a 2 channel amp and if so how should I wire this?
Cory D. Williams from United StatesPosted on 8/8/2015
Can u bridge 2 4 ohm dvc subs to a single channel amp?
William Watkins from Benton , LaPosted on 8/9/2015
I have a 8 inch Nissan Rockford fosgate subwoofer in my 05 Sentra replaced head unit and amp head unit is kenwood purchased from you guys.my name is William Watkins. [email removed], the amp I purchased local its a ssl 4.1000 can you suggest the proper hook up for this subwoofer it's a dvc 8 inch with 4 wires that appear to need to be hooked up any help would be appreciated thanks n God bless
Rick Curtis from Gaithersburg.Md.Posted on 8/15/2015
i have an existing Blaupunkt system with a 445 / 600W 4 ch in now. I want to add a Active Blau. 300W Subwoofer but not sure how to bring in input signal. This Sub activates/triggers on Input signal ( no blue wire needed) Do I just splice in to Inputs as a bridge at the Amp Inputs ,? I am using Hi-level / not RCAs. Also want to install a LED line Toggle as a Kill switch. Should that be on power cable or can I series to in Signal also since that triggers the ON Amp internally. is appreciated. Rick
ali from londonPosted on 8/16/2015
Hi.ive got one pioneer 305c sub and ive got kenwood 9501 amp.the amp is like 2channel mono but the channel is a bit confusing coz is - - ++ i dont know how to wiring it.do i have to bridge it or ...i realy dont know.cud u help me out plz.thanks
Geoffrey DavisPosted on 8/18/2015
I'm looking at getting 4 door speakers, 150 watt RMS each and a 700 watt RMS subwoofer for my 04 mustang gt. What size or kind of amp would you recommend or do I need two amps. My receiver is aftermarket.
Jeremy from NewtonPosted on 8/21/2015
One dual 2 ohm mtx and a mono amp how to wire it at 2 ohms
thomas from carrolltonPosted on 8/21/2015
I have three amps one crescendo 3500d on my two subs and two4 channel crescendo s800/4 on mids and highs I cant get but one 4 ch amp to work because one 4 ch has 4 rcas and I tried to strap it to the outher one but all I get is crazy sound coming from the speakers then I tried to use rca splitters and that didn't work so could you help me with the rcas for 3 amps and what I need to do
Dave from TemeculaPosted on 8/21/2015
Hi Buck. I have a Zapco ST-5X 5-channel amp with the sub channel rated at 240watts RMS at 4ohm. Would like to run a Punch 12" sub and need advice on whether the P1S4-12 (250watts RMS, 4ohm svc) or the P2D2-12 (400watts RMS, 2ohm dvc) would be a better choice? Thanks for any help.
Ron John from Antigua, CaribbeanPosted on 8/23/2015
Hi, I have a Rockford Fosgate Power T1000-1bdCP Sub Amp. I am thinking of purchasing one Alpine SWR10, but am not sure if to go for the D2 or the D4. I am aiming for SQ over loudness, and because of the fact that i am not yet an expert at tuning and often blow my sub because i cannot hear the sub distortion, i would like to somewhat underpower the sub to leave space for error in my tuning. So should i get the D2, or D4, and how should i wire it
Dave from TemeculaPosted on 8/24/2015
Hi Buck. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Adam Sanchez from KerrvillePosted on 8/26/2015
Question my svc sub only has 2 +an- terminals how do I bridge it
Tumza from polokwanePosted on 8/27/2015
hi im having 2xpioneer dvc sub1400w each, so I wana know if I can buy 6000watts ice power amp 4Ch/mono?
jerry clark from surreyPosted on 8/28/2015
If you what to end up with a 2ohm load, and you have a one 4ohm dvc sub .And you want to run two more subs so a total of three but want to end up with a 2ohm load. Would you run two dvc 4ohms to get 2.7ohms or can you run 2 dvc 2ohms subs with the 4dvc sub? Is there a way to wire those three to get to 2ohm instead of 2.7 load on a mono amp?
PetePosted on 8/28/2015
I have two, svc 2ohm subwoofers rated at 250 watts rms. If I use a 500 watt mono amp it shows a 4ohm load at the amp according to your chart. Do I get 250 watts to each subwoofer?
Kasey from St. PaulPosted on 8/29/2015
I have 2 hifonics brz 1700.1 class d mono Amps with 4 kicker solo barics 4 ohm 10" subs, I need help with wiring, what would you suggest? Please and thank you.
Inder from BlainePosted on 8/31/2015
Hi I have 2 alpine type e SVC subs in a sealed bassworx box with a JL JX500/1 mono block amp. I know the subs are 4ohm. I wired everything individually and used all 4 terminals on the amp to power the subs. The amp actually heats up very quick. I am wondering if I need to wire these subs in parallel and only use 2 of the speaker terminals on the amp instead of all 4?
ShayPosted on 9/1/2015
Hello, I have a Rockford Fosgate P3D4 DVC 4-ohm subwoofer and want to get 2 ohms, 750W, out of out of a 1000w sub, it's power levels are 1000W - 1 ohm, 750W - 2 ohm, and 475W - 4 ohms. The amp is a monoblock with two outputs for two subwoofers, two positive terminals and two negative terminals. Does using one set of terminals affect what power I get or will using both be different?
Brian Z from Milwaukee, WI USAPosted on 9/3/2015
I am trying to help my son install the new Amp and Sub that he recently purchased. The Amp is a Kenwood KAC-9106D and the Sub is an Alpine SWR-12D. I'm getting a bit confused by all of this Ohm, Load and RMS stuff!!!! Simply put, is the wiring diagram at the following link the correct one for this setup? TIA for your valued help . . . [link to this diagram]
Cameron from NevadaPosted on 9/9/2015
I've just installed a 500 watt (250 rms) subwoofer with a 1050 watt (200 rms) amplifier. I have the subwoofer wired to 2 ohms. Everything seems to be working fine but I just want to be sure nothing is going to overheat. I'ts also a 2ch amplifier.
Dude 88 from VarazdinPosted on 9/10/2015
Hi, I have single 12" pioneer subwoofer 308 dvc d4 (1400watt, 400 rms) and Sal pro 900 2 channel amplifier which provides 1x900 w on 2 ohm, 1x600 w on 4ohm / 2x300 on 2 ohm, but i don't have any manual for the amplifier and can't find it on the internet, above the left + and right - of the channels it says 4 ohm sub, which way is the best to wire the sub and amplifier ohm and power wise?
Dude 88 from VarazdinPosted on 9/10/2015
Amplifier is Sal 900+pro, (Somogyi audio line) it has 2 channels, and i found on the net that it has 1×900rms 2 ohm, 1×600 rms 4 ohm, 2×300rms 2 ohm and 2x200 4 ohm.. there is a bridge sign above left positive of the first channel and right negative of the second channel, and above the bridge line it says 4 ohm, it probably means that it is 4 ohm stable when bridged or? I'm thinking wiring it on one chanel, not bridging it.. With sub coils wired paralel (2 ohm) but i'm not sure, maybe it is 2 ohm bridge stable...I hope i wont screw up with something
Dude 88 from VarazdinPosted on 9/11/2015
Thank you for your advice, i've tried it on one channel and it works like a charm.. It hits hard enough, don't need bridging it anyway.. Keep up with your good work and helping people out... Respect!
leon from rialtoPosted on 9/11/2015
Hello I have one 12 ct sounds meso 2000 rms connected to a hifonics zrx 1800.1d my question is can I wire that subwoofer to 1ohm? With that 2 channel amp?
Nate from UniontownPosted on 9/12/2015
Hi! Recently bought a second hand Rockford T1000-1bd (older style) and wired to two 4 ohm DVC subs for a final one ohm per the diagram. Just to confirm, I linked DVC together per the diagram but instead of the direct connection between subs each side of the box is hooked into the speaker terminals on the amp. Being there are two set to connect at the amp yet it's mono I presume that is just for convenience. Just wanted to run it by you and verify the way o wired it is essentially the same and that the direct connects between subwoofers are not necessary. Thanks!
4SAKEN from AppletonPosted on 9/13/2015
Crossfire vr1000d is amp, 3 12 inch kicker solo baric 4 ohm Svc subs (old school subs round ) Amp is 1 ohm stable. What is wiring diagram to optimize my power. Subs are 1000w peak and 600 w rms. Or do you recommend a different amp? Thanks.
Kwamane Powers from WetumpkaPosted on 9/18/2015
I have 4 2ohm dvc kicker compr 15s with the independence switch.. They can either be on 4 ohm or 1 ohm. There 1200 watts rms. Do I need 4 1ohm amps or two 2 ohm amps or 1 big 1ohm amp.
Zachary McLain from JoshuaPosted on 9/24/2015
I have a couple options as for equipment I be 2 Jenson xs12 subs and 2 Rockford Fosgate r1 12" subs I have a Rockford Fosgate punch 250a2 amp and a dual brand 400 watt What would held the best sound, and what would be my best option for wiring, I'm fairly new to sound systems
eric mcelroy from ashtabulaPosted on 9/24/2015
Hey buck pomerantz from cruchfeild I have a planet audio rx 4.300 4 channel amp with a 750 watt crunch gtr 12 inch sub and a pyle blue wave pro 1200 watt sub and there bridged to channel one and 2 and the pyle sub dosent play right for some reason how could I fixed this the dual 4 omhs to by the way could u tell me whats going on idk what to do
jasonadam from RhinelanderPosted on 9/30/2015
Hello, I have a legacy predator la-2268 4000 watt - 2 channel bridgable mosfet amplifier and two 2ohm dvc 152x mofo 3000 watt subs. How can I hook the three up to get the most power or best sound (bass wise)? Also what guage wire should I be using to power the amp from the battery and ground and what guage wire should I use from speakers to amp? Thanks
Mike from BettertonPosted on 10/4/2015
I have two 12" DVC Insignia subs wired down to 2 ohms from 4 ohms powered by a 1800W Max, 4-Channel Diablo Series Amplifier (D4504) I am only using 2 channels of the amp unbridged. Is this setup or wiring the best option to get optimal performance?
Nnamdi from EnuguPosted on 10/4/2015
Please i want to connect three sub-woofer speaker, like in your Diagrams to one semi big box, but the box does not have any divide for the speakers inside just empty and having the space for the three speakers and the air flow space. please must the box be divide in a way and the speakers connected before it will work or can it work with the box empty?
Luis A. Colon from Coamo PRPosted on 10/4/2015
I have a audio pipe TXX AP12BL 1600W what kind of amp should be looking for? Thanks ahead for any input you can give me.
Nick from boca ratonPosted on 10/8/2015
hey there. i have two 12 inch DVC subs rated at 600rms each at 4ohms, totaling 1200rms and 8 ohms. my amp is 1200rms at 1ohm. does this mean that if wired in parallel correctly to get 1ohm impendance that each sub will receive exactly 600 watts? and how to i wire in parallel with my box being that the two subs are seperated by two terminals at the back with one set of postive and negative each?
RickyPosted on 10/15/2015
I would like to wire 6 svc subs to an ohm load between 1 and 3 the closer to 2 ohms the better it's a mono amp and i have the choice between 2 ohm, 4 ohm, or 8ohm for the voice coils i need to know what will get me closest to the 2 ohm load?
Charles from AlaskaPosted on 10/15/2015
I have a Kenwood amp that will push 400W at 4O and 600W at 2O, single channel. I currently have a 10" 300W Sub installed. Theoretically, I could install another sub as long as it is 4O and has a RMS of 300W, right?
RickyPosted on 10/15/2015
So if i'm going to be running them like that what gauge wire do you suggest? Each subwoofer is 100 watt rms 200 watt peak
RickyPosted on 10/17/2015
So the box i'm building for this project is 3 cubic feet the 6 subs take .5 cubic feet minimum each which will put me at just enough air space if i use polly fill with the box will it give me just enough extra to allow for the displacment of the subs? The displacement of all the subs add to about .5 cubic feet
Jonathon from SarasotaPosted on 10/19/2015
I have two MTX Thunder 6000 SVC 12" Subwoofers, each at 250w rms and 500w peak. I also have a Boss AR1500M ARMOR 1,500-Watt Mono Mosfet Amplifier. Would it be ok to wire these subs to this amplifier?
mack from jacksonvillePosted on 10/20/2015
3 BOSS AUDIO P126DVC Phantom 12 " Woofer with Dual 4 ohm Voice Coil 2300 Watts MAX 1150 Watts RMS Power Handling 84dB Sensitivity, 31 Hz Resonant Frequency. I will be mounting them in a triple enclosed box. My question is what type of sub would work best with them and how should i wire them. Im looking to get max bass without over powering them. They are going into a Chevy Impala. I was also looking at Infinity Reference 1262w 12-Inch but didn't find to much information on them.
Rick from Oklahoma CityPosted on 10/20/2015
My daughter recently purchased a 2-sub box from a friend-of-a-friend and wants me to install it for her. It has two Alpine 10-inch subs (SWS-10D4) that I think are wired together as in this diagram 1 - Is there any way, other than opening up the box, to determine how they are wired together? 1 - Can you recommend an appropriate amplifier for me? Her car is a Honda Accord with a factory radio (no nav) and all speakers are factory. Its been 15 years or so since I've done any install work like this and I'm a little rusty!
mack from jaxPosted on 10/22/2015
I am looking to up grade from 3 to 4 12's. Im doing this because im reading it is harder to wires and supply a odd number of 12's on one amp. Im looking at doing the Hifonics ZRX3216.1D Zeus ZRX Series Mono Block D Class 3200 Watt Vehicle Amplifier3200 watt mono block D class amplifier 1 x 800 @ 4 Ohms, 1 x 1600 @ 2 Ohms, 1 x 3200 watts @ 1 Ohm. I choose this amp because i can wires 4 ohm svc at 1ohm or 4 4ohm dvc at 2ohm. Seeing as 4ohm in 12's seems to be very common and cheaper than 2ohm subs. Is this logic correct? This will allow me to by some inexpensive svc subs to run at a max 3200rms untill i can invest in some better svc or switch to dvc while not changing amps. I was looking at these subs: BOSS AUDIO CX122 Chaos Exxtreme 12 inch Single 4 ohm Voice Coil 1400 Watts MAX 700 Watts RMS Power Handling. This will give me 2800rms with 4 subs so the above amp will give 3200rms at 1ohm. Am i correct?
mac from jaxPosted on 10/22/2015
Hi so i think im going to go with this setup. 4 BOSS AUDIO P126DVC Phantom 12 inch Dvc 4 Ohm 2300 Watts MAX 1150 Watts RMS Power. The amp is SSL EV5000D Evolution Series 5000-watt Class D Monoblock 1 Ohm Stable Amp 1x 200 amp fuse. The book says it is 1700 rms 4ohm x 1, max 3500rms 2ohm, max 5000rms at 1ohm. I was going to run 4 of the subs down to 2ohm at the amp. At 1150rms each sum for a total of 4600 that is 1100 rms less than what the amp can put out w of would this be a problem or should i look for other subs?
libra from GainesvillePosted on 10/24/2015
hello I am going to get the BOSS AUDIO CX122 Chaos Exxtreme 12 inch SVC (4 Ohm) sub. it says it can do 1400 Watts MAX 700 Watts RMS. I will be getting 3 with the possibility of 4 in the future. I was going to wire them ( 3) down to 1ohm so i can get the most power from the amp and the most out of the subs. Any ideas? I was looking at a Hifonics ZRX3216.1D. Says it can put out 1 x 800 @ 4 Ohms, 1 x 1600 @ 2 Ohms, 1 x 3200 watts @ 1 Ohm. A Boss AR3000D with Max Power, 1 Ohm: 3000W x 1 Max Power, 2 Ohms: 2200W x 1 RMS Power, 4 Ohms: 1200W x 1 or a Power Acoustik Gt1-6000d 6000W max 2300W at 4 ohm 3000W at 2 ohm 3700W at 1 ohm. I listed all the amps i was looking at because i am not sure which will be the best bang for my buck. I want something ( sub+amp) that will give me a loud hitting system. Thanks for any help!
burak from ankaraPosted on 10/24/2015
Hi, i am using "alpine pdx-m12" and "digital designs 9912, 4+4", i would like to run amplifier at 8O, is it possible without harming both products, would you recommend it?
Ethan Ramos from DallasPosted on 10/27/2015
I have two 12" kicker cvr 4 ohms Dvc coil speakers and a 1000 watt mono block amp. I am running them at 4 ohms do you know how many watts I would be getting to my speakers. I want to try for at least 700 watts a speaker could I wire it up so that's possible or would I need to get a new amp
jakePosted on 10/29/2015
If I have 2 dvc 2 ohm how can i wire them to a mono amp 1 ohm stable?
Isaac from fort collinsPosted on 11/4/2015
I have a small speaker cabinet I built a couple years ago that I would like to throw in the boot of my 4runner. It has a decent 250 watt RMS driver with an 8ohm impendence (eminence deltalite 2512). I'm having trouble figuring out what kind of amp I need to buy to run this speaker as a sub to complement my current system. If I use a dual channel amp and bridge the output, will my speaker work like an 4ohm, in which case an amp that can power 250 watts at 4ohms (bridged) would be sufficient? Or do I need to buy a single channel amp with 500watts at 4ohms to power an 8ohm speaker? I'm not that concerned with it reaching its max volume, I just don't want to damage the driver by having not enough power. Should this be a concern if I just keep the speaker volume in moderate ranges? If it ends costing much over $150, I'd rather just buy stuff to use it in my home.
Eloy from ModestoPosted on 11/5/2015
I have 1 Kicker 10cvx104 sub(600 watts RMS) and a Kicker kx600.1 amp (600 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms). I want to wire them both to get the 2 ohm @ 600w. According to Cruthcfield diagrams, would the One 4-ohm DVC Sub, mono amp: 2-ohm load diagram do the trick?
CodyPosted on 11/6/2015
I am purchasing 2 Skar Audio IX-8's which are dvc and the Skar Audio MSK which is 1 ohm stable. I want to run these IX-8's at one ohm on that amp. should i purchase the dvc 4 ohm type of the IX-8, or the dvc 2 ohm type of the IX-8??
Oscar from KingsvillePosted on 11/11/2015
Hi Buck, I have 2 12" Memphis Power Reference DVC 4 ohm subs and a Kicker dxa1000.1 amp. How can I connect this setup to get the deepest solid bass sound?
ChrisPosted on 11/15/2015
Kicker 40CWD122 With a kicker cx 300.1 amp. Is this a good combo and best wiring configuration
Scott Sandbserg from cannon falls mnPosted on 11/20/2015
Hey buck I'm new to this and just bought an Audiobahn 2400 max mono amp 1200 wat RMS and would like to run 212 inch dual voice coil subs I've heard that I need to run 2 dual 4 ohm subs that are 600 RMS each wired to 1 ohm to give them 600 watts each is there anyway I can do to 4 ohm subs dual voice coil to give them each 1200 watts RMS or is that not possible? I could really use some help on what I should wire to this amp and what RMS subs I need to get the most bang out of the this amp I have read a lot of these forums but I still seem lost on the two ohm for and how much power it gives each and which one sounds better any help is greatly appreciated thank you for your time
Charles Mohorcic from North RoyaltonPosted on 11/27/2015
I have an Autotek SX2300 Street Machine 2ch bridgable 4,2,1 ohm stable mono. 800 watt rms at 1 ohm. Can I run two American bass tnt 10" subs that are DVC 4 ohm 600 watt rms each on it bridged in parallel or would I be under powering them? I used to have this amp when I was a kid and you heard my system from a mile away on two 12" subs. No distortion what so ever, I'm just worried about under powering the subs I'm thinking about getting.
nathanielPosted on 12/2/2015
Just bought a kicker S15L7 solo baric. Cant tell if its 2ohm or 4ohm. Manual says both but also wanna know how to wire it up for 2ohm or 4ohm loads. Would a kicker cx1200.1 work well for this sub.
JaredPosted on 12/6/2015
I have not purchased anything yet, but im looking at getting 2 sundown audio ev2 12 inch 500w dvc 2 ohm subs as well as a kenwood KAC-9106D 1000w @ 2 ohms amp. Would this gear work well together and how should i go about wiring it?
Charles from North RoyaltonPosted on 12/6/2015
I have an Autotek SX2300 800 watt rms at 1 ohm bridged, could I run four 10" SVC 4 ohm subs that are 250 watt rms each on it? Or would I be again under powering them. Earthquake 10" subs are like $50 a piece and they get great reviews. I wanna put them in an 03 Tahoe but I'm not sure about what box to run. I listen to rock, rap etc, I have always had a trunk and I know when you pop the trunk it sounds bad. I don't wanna hear that in the truck. Sealed or ported?
Charles from North RoyaltonPosted on 12/6/2015
Ok now I see all these wiring diagrams, my question is if you run your wires from the amp to the first sub and the second sub off the first one, won't the first sub get the full load and the second sub get what the first sub can't handle? Or am I incorrect?
ron from modestoPosted on 12/8/2015
Would it be a bad idea to bridge a 4 channel amplifier (alpine mrv-f300) to 1 jlaudio sub and 1 kicker 6x9? its a custom box im tryin to make for work.
Alwin Lee from SingaporePosted on 12/9/2015
Hi Buck, Would like to seek your advise with regards to sub and amp. Is it possible for Genesis dual mono amp -2 x 200 (2 Ohm) or bridge 1 x 500 (4 ohm) to bridge and link up with rockford P2 aub woofer (Dual 2-Ohm). Appreciate your kind advise. Thanks.
Clint from portlandPosted on 12/11/2015
Hello was curious if I would be able to add another sub? I have a rockford mono amp and a single voice coil jl w3 2ohm and a rockford p2 single voice coil 2ohm jus laying around would I be able to hook up second sub an still have everything at 2ohms?
Jason from ColumbusPosted on 12/12/2015
Hello. I have two 2ohms dvc speakers with a 1ohm capable 1000watt monoblock. Can I connect these speakers and if so at what impedance?
Jason from ColumbusPosted on 12/12/2015
Hello Buck. I had the question about the two 2ohm speakers and 1ohm amp. So is it ok to wire the speakers at 2ohm or will damage my amp and speakers? Or should I get a different amp or speakers?
Louis Scott Feldhaus from St. CharlesPosted on 12/12/2015
I have a Volfenhag amp 800 Watt 2 channel MOSFET bridgeable and 2 10 inch subwoofers in one enclosed box. Subs are 300 Watts RMS and 600 Watts peak with 2 ohms. What wiring should i get and at which length? My car is a 2013 Hyundai Accent GLS, so it is a relatively small car.
Jason from ColumbusPosted on 12/12/2015
Sorry about that Buck. The 2ohm dvc subs are 250 watts with a 500 watt peak. The A3 1000.10 monoblock amp is 1x1000watts at 1ohm, 1x500 watts at 2ohm, and 1x250 watts @4ohms.
dylan from LincolntonPosted on 12/15/2015
Hi I have a infinity reference series 611a 2 channel amp, in a previous set up I had it powering 2 15" kicker L5s, I am now trying to power a single 12" kicker L7 DVC 4 ohm, and am having trouble getting the sub to bump right, what's the correct way to hook it up for more power? I'm not sure if I need a different amp or an aftermarket radio- right now I'm using stock radio with a converter
dylan from LincolntonPosted on 12/16/2015
Thank you! I will give that a try tonight, my L7 is an older one, I believe its 750 RMS 1500 max of not mistaken, being that my amp has two sets of terminals should it be bridged or just hooked up to one set? I was wondering why when I tried looking it up it kept saying it was a mono amp, now it makes more sense, didn't even know they made them like that
Andrew from saranac lakePosted on 12/16/2015
Well this is my forst time doin this. And recent got a deck for a ford ranger... Im question my sub more than anything... And well never seen a 10 wit 2 negatives on one side and 2 positives on the other. I have an old 325 watt kenwood 694s amp i believe. Now the question i have os crutchfield is really nice pricin on alot of things and well i wanna be able to get another 10 wit a box. So i can put the 10 i have in the same box. Now the question i have is that. And ive looked to see if i have a svc or dvc but cant find the info on it.... Any dets on wat i can do.... The terminals are paired... One set on one side and one on another... Its a 325 watt amp. And pushes the speaker. But if i can get more from the speaker and the amp. Id like to know. U guys dont even sell the amp anymore....
Austin M from TAMPAPosted on 12/16/2015
I had a question about my sub I was wanting to use in my car. Its a Kenwood sub from my old home studio speakers. On the plate it says it is 100w and 8 oph. How and what type of amp do I buy to make this work properly. I am tight on money and trying my best to work with what I can afford. Thank you so much and God bless.
dylan from LincolntonPosted on 12/17/2015
Hey hooking up the way you suggested made a big difference, still not what I'd expect from an L7 but I found another problem I have, I built my box way too big, air space is about 6cu ft not including the port and braces, I'm thinking instead of shortening the box, I may just add another sub in it, if I do, will that be good enough for the sub's? I think they need 3.25 cu ft each, also, my port is 3"x13.25x14.25 deep, will the port change if I have two subs sharing the same airspace? I think I'd need around 2400 watt amp for this, of would it be better to have two 1200 watt amps? On an unrelated note, my old box was way too small and the port wasn't sized right, to get more space in the box, I flipped the sub upside down so there was no sub displacement, is that okay or does it affect performance? I never really noticed a difference and wasn't sure
Nikko from columbusPosted on 12/19/2015
Buck, I have a little complication, I have a N3 2800w mono amp by massive audio. And I am getting a little confused on what to buy in my situation because I own a 07 Chevy Avalanche and i want to put a aftermarket box under my rear seats. I have looked through a lot of sizes and dimensions and it seems that I am going to need slim subs to accommodate the slim depth in the box. (around 4.5 inch) But the problem I am having is that I think my amp is too powerful for the "slimmer subs". Hopefully you can correct me, so I can get an accurate understanding. Thanks.
Marvin from HoustonPosted on 12/21/2015
Hello, i was trying to create the best setup for myself....and was wondering if a sundown scv-2000d 1 ohm stable amp would be enough for two sundown x12 dual 4 1250 rms subs wired at 1 ohm or would i need a sundown scv 3000d amp?....my other option is to do 2 sa-12 d4's to the scv2000 at 2 ohm which would give them about 1000 rms. Im not sure if you are familiar with sundown audio but they perform best at the well above their respective RMS ratings.... (150%)....
Lenora from AlaskaPosted on 12/22/2015
Am I able to hook up a 1000w amp to a 10 inch sub to my stock truck stereo? if so what do I need to do it? a power invert-er or? I'm asking because my dad kept having issues with his alternator going out when he had his speaker system hooked up in his truck. Thats the last thing I need happening to mine.
Justin from Colorado springsPosted on 12/24/2015
I have a kenwood 800w 2 Chanel amp and a jl audio 10 sub dvc what's the best way to wire to get the most bass???
ron from modestoPosted on 12/26/2015
i have an alpine mrv-f300, its a 4 channel amp. i wanted to hook that up to 1 older jl audio (8w0-12) sub which is 8 ohms and about 125 rms and 1 kicker cs6934 which is 4 ohms and 150 rms. my question to you is can i hook that up to this amplifier and if so how should i hook it up to get the best sound? should i bridge each speaker?
ron from modestoPosted on 12/26/2015
^^^ im sorry buck the jl audio sub is 12 ohms not 8 ohms im sorry
Blake millhouser from Mansfield TexasPosted on 12/26/2015
I have a MRV-M500 mono power amplifier and a 12" dual voice coil 4 ohm subwoofer. What would be the best way to wire this amplifier to this single subwoofer?
Sam from TacomaPosted on 12/28/2015
Hi I have a 600 watt rms 4ohm svc sub and a mono block amp capable of 2-8ohm. If I hook up sub and amp with positive to positive and negative to negative will the amp supply the correct ohm signal to the sub?
Blake from Mansfield txPosted on 12/28/2015
Responding with more info to my post earlier. I have an Alpine MRV-M500 500W RMS x1 at 2 impeadence / 300W RMS x1 at 4 impedance and a Alpine SWS-12D4 high performance dual voice coil sub what is the best way to wire this sub and amp together?
Tyler from ColumbusPosted on 1/5/2016
I have a single 4 ohm 1000w rms dvc 12 inch sub and a 1200w 2 ohm stable amp. It says in the booklet 900w rms @ 4 ohms bridged. How should I do the wiring on the subwoofer itself?
KwadsPosted on 1/6/2016
would you recommend a Hifonics ZRX1216.1D Zues ZRX Series Mono Block D Class 1200 Watt Vehicle Amplifier for 2 Sony Xplod 1100 watts single 4ohms subwoofer?
jeremy from flintPosted on 1/7/2016
Buck i have a quick question for you I have 4 18 inch subs that are 2 ohm dvc I want to hook them up to a 2 channel 4 ohm amp is this possible
jeremyPosted on 1/8/2016
The amp is a Berringer inuke 6000 dsp. Not sure if you guys sell them. It allows you to set limits on how much power goes to the sub so that will be OK. Thanks for the help
AnjPosted on 1/15/2016
4 channel amplifier blaupunkt GTA 470 SF (2 ohm stable) , if 2 channel are bridged (200RMS) to a single 2 ohm Sub (Infinity Reference 1220SE , 2 ohm) (300RMS) and remaining 2 channels bridged to two-4 Ohms each 6X9 full range speakers in parallel (this will give 2 ohm (100 RMS each) load on this bridged channel of amlpifier).pls let me know if this wire connection works.
anjPosted on 1/17/2016
sir, Can Infinity Reference 1220 SE (2 Ohm) work on Sony XM GS100 (Mono Amplifier) (in bridged mode 600 RMS 2 ohm or single mode 330 RMS 4 Ohm) will this connection work in bridge mode. also what load will be given by reference 1220 se (2 ohm) on this ampilfier in bridged mode or in single mode
Hunter from GoldsboroPosted on 1/18/2016
I'm looking at (2) Sundown 15 inch 500w DVC 4ohm speakers. I was wondering if there is anyway that this could be wired at a 2ohm load? Or if there is an amp that can deliver 1200w at 4ohms? Or if you have any reccomendations! Thank you
Oscar Rodriguez from Port lavacaPosted on 1/18/2016
Hi I have 2 (WDX122K DB Drive) DVC 4ohm 2000 watts subwoofers and was wondering what's the best amp I should use without straining my subs so they can last longer. I was thinking the DB drive A6 1900.1D but not sure if it would whip out 1900 to both or just 950 each..
Jason Weiser from PlacervillePosted on 1/19/2016
I purchased 3 Rockford r2sd4-10 subs. And r500x1d. Amp. I think I should have purchased r2sd2 subs. Am I correct or do I still have enough power? Also if so can this AMP Handel 1.3 ohms.
John from New marketPosted on 1/20/2016
I have 2 12" Kicker DVC 4 ohm CVR's. I'm pushing them with a 2/4 Ohm Kicker amplifier. I know that you can wire them for a total of 4 ohms, but I would like to run them at 2 ohms for the advantage in power. It's a mono block amp, but it has 4 outputs so I was just going to wire each sub separately at 2 ohms. Will this fry my amp/subs?
Wesley from BirkenfeldPosted on 1/21/2016
Buck, I have two 10" Infinity Kappa 100.9s (can be switched from 2-4 ohms) ready to be installed with a RF 750 Prime amp into a ported enclosure. What would be my best set up? I gernerally listen to metal but also listen to just about every genre of music. Thanks
Hermann Davila from BeaumontPosted on 1/29/2016
Buck, I am new to wiring subs and would appreciate your expertise. I am confused with what's possible, what's not & what the best setup would be. I purchased 1 12" Kicker 40VCWR122 2 ohm DVC 500 rms sub and the Kenwood KAC-5001PS class D mono amp 300 RMS at 4 ohm and 500 RMS at 2 ohm. 2 different audio shops recommended the Kicker 600.1 amp which puts out 300 RMS at 4 ohm and 600 RMS at 2 ohm. So I bought the Kenwood because it had similar specs and was 1/2 the price. A different forum stated you cannot wire 1 DVC 2 ohm sub to a 2 ohm amp, it would have to be ran at 4 ohm which the amp can do, but that would only produce 300 watts RMS and not take advantage of the 500 watt RMS the sub can handle. Is it best to keep the watt low at 300 or should I go for a different an amp that can do 500 watt RMS at 4 ohm? Would getting a 600 watt RMS at 4 ohm be too much and run the risk of blowing the speaker? What would you recommend? Thank you.
Aaric from TopekaPosted on 1/29/2016
I am planning on getting two 1262w 1200watt infinity subs, and i don't know if it would be better to get a mono or two channel amp, if so, why bridge it to one sub then serial it to the next? why not just use both port pairs?
Akshay from NoidaPosted on 2/1/2016
How can i connect my two subs pioneer 1400 wats (310d) dvc and speakers (4 door and two on tray pioneer 400watts) with two amps one is alpine v12 mrv-f705 (4 channel) and worldtech(2 channel) please help me Thankyou !
Asim from MississaugaPosted on 2/4/2016
Could I wire a dvc 4 ohm subwoofer to a 4 channel amplifier? I have one lying around don't want to buy a new amplifier
Janis Helge Reinhardt from Syke / GermanyPosted on 2/7/2016
Hello. I have a Lanzar opti 4600d 0,5 Ohm stable. Hol can i connect 4 emphaser ex12t4 a 1000rms 4ohm Svc subwoofer? Thank you!
Levi from Las vegasPosted on 2/12/2016
Hey buck, Thanks for the awesome thread! I was wondering if you could help me with wiring a crunch dra1150.2 v drive amp with 2 channels and I have two JLw0-v3 in a bass wedge box. My amp says it supports bridged power at 1100 x 1 at 2 ohms. Can I hook up the bridged amp to the JL's? Or should I hook up the seperate subs to their each channel? What are pro and cons and do you have the wiring diagram for this type of application?
ISAAC NIGO from grand prairiePosted on 2/14/2016
I HAVE A PIONEER GM-A6604 4 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER, 5-1/4 2 WAY PIONEER TS-D1320C COMPONENT SPEAKERS ON FRONT DOORS AND 6X9 PIONEER TS-D6902R SPEAKERS IN THE REAR... I HAVE THEM WIRED AT this diagram... IS IT POSSIBLE TO BRIDGE THE 6X9'S STILL TO GET MORE POWER OUT OF THEM...
Calvin Allen from Baton RougePosted on 2/16/2016
Hey I'm Calvin I have two Rockford p2's an a SSL 5000 will this set up work fine.
Ben from Pembroke PinesPosted on 2/20/2016
I have a rockford fosgate rfd 1212 dvc dual 4 ohm subwoofer. I also have a rockford Fosgate 800a2 amp bridge ar 4 ohms. How can i wire this?
AhmedPosted on 2/23/2016
how to connect a mono amp 500 RMS @ 4 Ohms x 1, to one dual 4 Ohms voice coil sub.
Benard from IndianapolisPosted on 2/29/2016
ok so i see the diagrams but how does it look when the subs are in the box. and the wires are connected to box ports? what wires goes to that from the inside?
Bernard from IndianapolisPosted on 3/1/2016
i under stand the wiring inside the box. but what wire goes to the box connection
Eric Y from LouisvillePosted on 3/3/2016
I bought a mb quarts OA750.1 amp which is a 750 w at 2o and 350w at 4o and original planed to power two mb quarts rwm254 10s dvc 350w rms 4o for my truck because of space I can only run one. So my question is should I wire at 2o with 750w to the sub and keep the amp settings low or wire at 4o because the rms rating at 4o is closer between amp and sub?
Brian from JacksonvillePosted on 3/4/2016
Will a JL jx1000/ 1D be too much power for 2 JL 10tw3 subs in a sealed box?
MattPosted on 3/4/2016
My two options for subs(2) are DVC 1 ohm and DVC 2 ohm. I wanted to wire them to a 1 ohm load. Its my understanding that DVC 1 ohm wired in a series/parallel would give me a 1 ohm load. Is this correct? and if not how would i wire to 1 ohm. Thanks
jerry from LadsonPosted on 3/4/2016
I have 2 planet audio bbd12 and trq1.3000d for a amp. The amp is 1 ohm stable but the subs are 4 ohm impedance. Can I make my bbd12 1 ohm?
jay from brownsburgPosted on 3/11/2016
I have a mono amp with two speaker outputs which the amp parallels internally. I wired them in parallel for the single output. should I rewire them or leave as is?
Mike Luciano from JacksonPosted on 3/14/2016
Hi buck ive got a sundown SD3 10" dvc 4ohm sub and a kenwood kac-7204 amp, which is a 2 channel amp. Kenwood claims this amp is 2 ohm capable. Whats the best way to wire the sub and amp to get the most power?
David from DothanPosted on 3/18/2016
Hello Buck, i can't find an answer to this anywhere. I have a 4 ohm stable 2 ch amp, (4 ohm bridged or not), and i have three 4 ohm DVC subs. Is there any possible configuration for me, or do i need another amp for the third sub? Thanks hugely!
Shea from West Palm BeachPosted on 3/20/2016
I have an old Pyramid amp (600 watt 4-channel 4-ohm Bridgeable) and two MTX Thunder 6000 SVC 10" speakers (recommended RMS watt of 50-250). Is that an acceptable set up? Also, how do I hook both subwoofers up if I only have one left/right RCA input on my receiver? Should I use an RCA y-splitter to combine the 4 RCA's into two? Also, is the age of an amp something to be worried about? The amp is about 15 years old but hasn't been used for about 13 years. Could you recommend a different amp if it doesn't work? I just purchased a new receiver so I can install a sub but I am a little apprehensive about installing such an old amp.
Andy from Salisbury, MDPosted on 3/26/2016
This is Andy, I have two Rockford P3SD4-10 paired with a Kicker ZX350.4 amp. I know amp is too small but does work good as I don't lesson to it extremely loud but does hit hard. My question is I bridge to two channel and wired the subs to both of the channels each, I wired the subs with top terminals + and - going to box out terminals to amp and bottom + and - going to each other.? Is this correct? Both subs are wired to its own terminal (separately) is this the best set-up? Is this the 4ohm speaker and 4ohm amp (8ohm) amp signal? Thanks
Enrique from Tagum city, PhilippiPosted on 3/30/2016
Hi there! How do I properly wire my car sound system. I have 1 targa dvc subwoofer 8" 250 watts, 2 Targa 3 way speaker 150watts and X12 amplifier MRV-F805, 1 tweeter konzert 150watts. Please also show the correct Wire # to be used. Thank you and more power sir!
Eduardo Hernandez from ChicagoPosted on 4/2/2016
I have a 1DUAL 12" SD subwoofer Peak:500 watts Rms:175 watts But i have a 400 watt dual amp I dont if I should get a 600 watt amp instead.
BrodiePosted on 4/3/2016
I have dual Alpine SWR-1042D's, want to hook them up to a single monoblock and just wondering what would best suit them and how to wire them. I looked at the diagram for 2 DVC 4-ohm subs to monoblock, but the subs are sealed off from each other inside the box, so do I run the wire that connects the subs around the outside of the box to their separate external connection points?
Rj Horning from Gloversville, NYPosted on 4/14/2016
I have 2 diamond d3's, 10", dvc, 4ohms. I have a 2 channel 1000 watt sony explode amp in a 99 blazer 2dr. Is this a good combo? And if so, how should i wire them? Thank you for your time and info.
Mikey from LondonPosted on 4/16/2016
I have a vibe space 3000w amp it puts out 1ohm - 1350w rms 2ohm - 1500w rms 4ohm - 750w rms I am looking at running x2 Alpine Type R swr-12d2 subs they are 3000w and 1000w rms each what would be the best way to wire these up what would be the most power i could put in to each of these subs. Thanks
Mary from RenoPosted on 4/21/2016
Hello Buck, Ok, here's the thing; my boyfriend hooked up my system but, it sounds awful! I don't know very much at all about wiring subs and amps and ohms etc. but I do know that he has done something wrong or hasn't done something that he should have. What I have is two SVC 12" 8 ohm Rockford Fosgate P1 series subwoofers, a Gravity 2 channel 1100 watt bridgeable amplifier, a JVC stereo in a 2001 Mustang. I know for a fact that Fosgate audio products at any size are awesome, but they sound horrible; I've heard 6x9's hit harder then what I've been hearing! So, my question is....given the information I have provided, would it be possible to tell me how everything should be hooked up? Maybe a diagram or something that I can bring to a professional? If you can help in any way I would be most appreciative! Thank you so much.
Chad B from Vancouver islandPosted on 4/21/2016
Hi guys, I just picked up a pioneer gmd8601 that will push 500 watts at 2 ohms. I'm wondering if this amp will work with the 2 kicker comp 4 ohm svc subs I have in a sealed bassworks truck box. Also wondering if I can just run cables to the two terminals on the box from the 4 pins on the amp to parallel the subs without additional wiring.
Rocky from SacramentoPosted on 4/22/2016
Hi I have a 18" hx2 dvc 4ohm and a 2-channel amp 2ohm bridgeable and was wondering how I would wire this setup to get the best out of it.
jon from rosiclarePosted on 4/24/2016
i have a dual 3 ohm sub trying to hook it to a 2 channel 400 watt brigeable amp how do i wire it
Adam roberts from maryborough australiPosted on 4/25/2016
Hi buck I have a 15 inch 1200w duel 4ohm voice coil sub and a response 2channel 500w monoblock amp what's the best way to hook it up as I don't know what ohms my amp is thanks
Brian Nelson from EllenwoodPosted on 4/27/2016
My amp is 1500 W MAX Power, 1 Channel 1125 W X 1 RMS @ 2 ohm 563 W X 1 RMS @ 4 ohm. Can drop my Q3000/15D 4 ohm 15 DVC Subwoofer / 3000 Watts to 2 ohm will I get the best out of it ?
isaac from atlantaPosted on 4/28/2016
I have a Kenwood Kac-8105D 1000-Watt Class D Mono Amplifier and just purchased 3 boss audio CX122 subwoofers. First question is which box is best [removed links to online auction site sale of a sub enclosure]. Lastly, want to make sure this amp can handle three of these speakers. They say 700 rms but reviews say they are over rated. The diagram that I saw on this site says the amp will end up putting out 1.3 ohm load so that should be around 700-800 since 2 ohms is 500.
isaac from atlantaPosted on 4/28/2016
is there a way to wire the subs so that they put out a 2ohm or 4 ohm
Rafal from BarnsleyPosted on 4/28/2016
Another question, ive seen your diagrams for 1ohm mono amp to 2 x 2 ohm subs which is connected the same way as 2ohm mono to 2 x 4ohm subs, my question is, does the sub and amp decides how it is going to work or what because the sub and amp which ive got is capable to work on 1 ohm amp and 2x2ohm subs??
Ed from MindoroPosted on 4/29/2016
Hi, so im pretty new...... Well completely new to the car audio world. Was kinda shoved into it. Been talking for quite some time about getting a system. Been doing ALOT of online searching and investigating. Well i think my girl got sick of it and for my bday bought everything for me. She gave me a Rockville RXA-T1 1500 Watt Peak/750w RMS 2 Channel Car Stereo Amplifier, a DB DRIVE K5 15D4V2 Okur K5v2 Series Subwoofer 15" 1500-Watt, and a Rockville RSV15 Single 15" 2.6 cu. ft. 3/4" MDF Vented Subwoofer Enclosure Box. Can you please tell me if these items are good for eachother. But regardless I need to know whats the best way to hook them up to get a safe stable workload of the loudest hardest hitting bass these can produce. My girl is extremely proud of her self on this gift and cant wait for me to hook it up. So if i dont want play time in the bedroom closed i gotta use these. Thank you!!!
CalobPosted on 5/3/2016
Hi I have a kicker compR12 and a Alpine v12 m1005 amp n blew one speaker already thanks to the warranty I was able to get another one but I'm scared to hook it up cuz I don't want to blow it my amp is digital n really don't know much bout the levels on it any help
leroy sprokholt from Eindhoven the netherPosted on 5/4/2016
Hello I just bought a JL AUDIO13w7ae and I want to know what amp with what kind of impendance it safest to play with. With regards leroy
Jacob from Zavalla,TxPosted on 5/5/2016
My names jacob and i have (4) planet audio AC12D 4ohm dvc 12's.. Just wondering what would be the best and safest way to hook them up to my planet audio BB2500.1 classD mono amp?
cory from Brooklyn CenterPosted on 5/9/2016
I have a "1.5" voice coil Rockford fosgate 12 inch and a dvc sub. How can I wire these two together when I bridge them to a 2 channel 2 ohm stable amp to make them louder. I have never heard of a 1.5 voice coil sub til I got this one
Ed from MindoroPosted on 5/10/2016
I know you said you're unfamilier with my gear but what is your educated advice or guess as to possiblely getting a safe 4ohm load instead of 8ohm with my amp and speaker!? Or would that just not be a good idea all around for my matched gear?
Corey from halethorpePosted on 5/10/2016
hey Buck, at car audio competitions i sometimes see 2 amplifiers hooked to 1 subwoofer. can you explain how to do that? and maybe show a diagram? thank you
Marius from GermanyPosted on 5/13/2016
Hello Mr Buck..I have an JBL basspro 2 and recently the speker got damaged( the cone is broken) and a recone kit is not possible to get because it is such a rare quad voice coil..My question is can i put there in the enclosure another speaker(woofer) and to use that stock four channel amp?..if so how can i wire that to a dual voice coil or single,and what is your recommendation for the speaker?..Thanks and a have a good day.
Ed from MindoroPosted on 5/15/2016
How were you able to find out that my amp is only stable to 4ohm!? The manual that came with it is completely worthless and doesn't even have this amp in it. Can't get one from their website as they don't even have a manual for it. I can not find any info about this amp what so ever. Any idea's about that or where you went to find out or how you know. don't mean to be pushy i just truely don't know what the hek im doing! And how you tune in the amp?
Mike from MethuenPosted on 5/18/2016
I'm setting up an Alpine 10' X series sub that's 4 ohms with a mono Alpine MRX-M110. How should the speaker be wired inside it's enclosure? Which terminals do I bridge to one another?
Mike from MethuenPosted on 5/19/2016
Thanks Buck..that's how I have it wired..I had hooked everything up and the sub kept cutting out..I backtracked thru everything I'd done, and realized I grounded the amp in a bad spot. I changed the placement and everything's rocking now. On another note..the MRX-M110 has four knobs on the side..gain, low-pass, sensitivity, and one more (can't think of the label)..Any idea how I should have them dialed in for optimum bass in rap/hip-hop application?? Can't wait to hear back from you..Thanks again.
Anthony Bradford from MillbraePosted on 5/22/2016
Hi Buck, I just purchased a JL jx1000 amp and I was planning on purchasing the CVS212RG-W6v2: Dual 12W6v2 ProWedge Sealed 4 O. Currently at 4 O the set up would be grossly underpowered (Jx1000 rated @500 watts rms@ 4 O & JL Power wedge rated at 1200rms) but is it possible to wire them parallel @2 O on the amp? If so which wiring diagram would I use? Would it be safe to run at 2 O for long periods of time on the jx1000?
Anthony Bradford from MillbraePosted on 5/24/2016
Thanks Buck! Just in your personal/professional opinion which setup would you go with (powered by a single JX1000 amp) A single HO112-W6v3 or the aforementioned CVS212RG-W6v2? And what wiring diagram would you use? Thanks again!
Enver from South AfricaPosted on 5/29/2016
Hi Buck, I have 2 x Pioneer Premier DVC 2000W each subwoofers hooked up 2 a Powerbass 6000W Monoblock with a second amp at 1000W for the speakers and a capacitor. The question i have, does the capacitor benefit me in anyway since i have a fairly small battery? Or is the battery sufficient enough to handle the sound that i have? One more thing is that my subwoofers are in a box with only 1 bass hole in the middle of them both, so is this the correct box or should the box be partitioned in the middle(meaning seperating the subwoofers) and having seperate bass holes?
Enver from South AfricaPosted on 5/29/2016
Hi Buck, you have mentioned that speaker wire of 12 - 16 gauge should be used from the amplifier to the subwoofers, could you tell me why you suggest that? For which I am currently using 8 gauge speaker wire now.
omar from toledoPosted on 6/5/2016
Hey buck I have 2 Brutus dvc 4 omh square sub's 600rms 1200 peak each and a 500 w mono amp also a Brutus 200w mono which amp can properly give the best output...also how can I wire my sub's to get a 1 omh load at amp??
Jesus from MonterreyPosted on 6/7/2016
Hi Buck. I have the Alpine mrv-f300 and I'm already using channels 1 & 2 to power a pair of speakers. Now I'm looking to add a subwoofer and I would like to buy the Alpine Alpine SWR-8 but i'm not so sure what is the best option for me (speaking of impedance of the subwoofer and wiring). I'm looking for a complement and best sound rather than power. - I have channels 3 and 4 free to use. - I understand that we can use them in bridged mode at 4 ohms. - The subwoofer has two voice coils. Thanks in advance.
DevinPosted on 6/7/2016
I have a kicker compR 12' I'm wondering if I can power it with a two channel pioneer GM-A5602 900W max power the compR is a 2ohm
DevinPosted on 6/7/2016
Thanks buck, I didn't know if it would work I wired it all up, not to my head unit I got an adapter and spliced it in with my rear deck speakers.. But for some reason my amp won't get power, my power wire is hot so I don't know the problem why it won't get power? Do you have any idea what the problem could be?
DevinPosted on 6/7/2016
And my sub is a SVC not a DVC I think due to it only have one - and one + on the side of the enclosure
DevinPosted on 6/8/2016
Thanks buck, and yes it is a Dual voice coil. I'm new with this stuff.. But I took my amp back and got a new one because I just bought that amp brand new from the store I did nothing wrong to it so they sold me garbage, I got the same amp again I'm taking it to a place to get professionally installed. Thanks for your time and all your tips I appreciate it.
Antonio from Pensacola/MiamiPosted on 6/13/2016
Hi Buck. I have two kicker comp r10 4ohm dvc subs with a impedance switch that can be set to 2 or 8ohms and a ct sounds t1000.1d mono block amp what is the best way to hook up
AntonioPosted on 6/13/2016
The box the amp came in rating are 1ohm at 1000 2ohms at 700 and 3ohms at 400 watts I had the switch at 2ohms it works but the bass goes in and out. Any idea why it's doing that
AntonioPosted on 6/13/2016
Yea I think it is defective. What is a good amp for my subs to run at peak performance
Kristaps from RigaPosted on 6/15/2016
Hi, i have 2ch 2ohm amp. And 2x2ohm dual coil sub, how to connect right way?
Steven from SaffordPosted on 6/21/2016
i just bought two 1262w infinity reference speakers which are rated at 4ohms per voice coil (two per speaker) and a Pioneer GM-D8601 mono amp. If i wire them in the low Independence setup show above i shouldnt have any overheating problems right?
Shane W from TexicoPosted on 6/24/2016
I have two rockford p3 dvc 2ohm woofers and a pioneer gm-8601. I was wondering if there was any way I could safely wire them down to 1 ohm or if I should stick with the 2 ohm final impedance? The 2 speaker out put terminals confuse me i don't know how they connect inside the amp to change impedance.
Shane from TexicoPosted on 6/24/2016
Thanks so much for the help. I was confused about that part. You guys are awesome.
Brett JonesPosted on 6/26/2016
I'm planning on buying two Rockford Fosgate R2 shallow mount subwoofers, they are 500 watt peak a piece and 2 ohms. I also want to pair it to a Hifonics Zues mono block 1800 watt amp. Is that too much power for the subs? I also would like to know he best way to wire them up. I have a ford ranger so it limits the size of my sub choices any recommendations would be a plus on subwoofers in your opinion. My box is for two 12s and has a mounting depth of 6-1/4". I want the most bass I can get for under $500
Owen Snell from Fair playPosted on 6/28/2016
Hey will a digital multimeter set to ohms, be able to read the impedance from a voice coil, if it can, what I got when I tried it was my dvc 4 ohm sub had dvc 3.2 ohm. Is 3.2 my actual impedance?
Trey from Fort Smith, ARPosted on 6/28/2016
I have a Treo RSX 1600 amplifier. Can i connect this to a single RSX 12.44 sub woofer? Those should be the model numbers if you need to look it up.
Quinten prince from StatesvillePosted on 6/28/2016
I have a kicker 10" comp r with a switch between 4 ohms and 1 ohm. It has 2 2ohm voice coils. I also have a 12" kicker comp r in a kicker box. Model 40VCWR122. Specs says it's a dvc with a 2 ohm impedance. How do I wire these to a amp that's 2 ohm stable
Jared from LitchfieldPosted on 6/29/2016
I have two Orion 12in DVC subs. Both are 500 watts each. I tested them and each coil is 4ohm. I tested one with dummy wires connected and it dropped to 2 ohm andI was thinking about hooking them up to a mono 1100 watt amp but I'm not sure if that's possible or if it would have enough power. I don't know if I should get a two channel amp and power each sub individually or what. Plus I'm not sure what the final impedence would be if I wired 2 up to that mono amp. I'm somewhat new to all this and just want to find the best way to hook both of the subs up. Thanks
J.D.Posted on 7/1/2016
I have 2 kicker comp 10's and a audiobahn 10. All three subs are 4ohm dvc. The amp I have is a pioneer GM-5400T. What is the best way to hook these up? Also the audiobahn is temporary. What would be a good amp for the kickers or is the amp I have enough?
Jimmy from San antonioPosted on 7/3/2016
I have a single soundstream XXX15 its a quad coil ,my amps only 1 ohm stable how do i wire to get 1ohm?
JDPosted on 7/3/2016
I'm sorry, the audiobahn is AW1051T. The kickers are 07CVR104 and 01c10vr4. Thank you.
JDPosted on 7/5/2016
Thank you sir. Preciate it.
jesus from hialeahPosted on 7/9/2016
Hi, I have 4 kicker 40cwrt671, 2 are currently installed to stock monsoon amp and sound great but I'm going to replace my single 12" sub and I'm hoping to get good enough bass. Not looking to shake my mirrors just add some decent bass without sacrificing my beetles limited trunk space. They are going to be powered by my current 5 channel amp a Rockford 600-5 found it on here pn 575R6005 puts out 300 watts to the sub channel @2ohm but I'm not finding wiring diagrams for my set up its all 2 & 4 ohm diagrams.
MauricioPosted on 7/10/2016
I have an alpine mrv-500 amp and want to hook up one alpine 8 inch type r sub. Which ohm setting should I get 2 or 4. To get the most out of the amp. Thanks.
jrPosted on 7/11/2016
How do I wire 2 dual 1ohm subs to a 1 ohm amp
Mathew from DekalbPosted on 7/12/2016
Hi there I have a phonics digital amp model number PD-397 AND 2 12 HIFONICS Brutus subs that are 4 ohm I want to get the best sound out if them. I was wanting I run this as bridged from my amp. Can u tell me how to get the best sound from this amp to the speakers.
BM from AkronPosted on 7/14/2016
I bought some speakers and amps from a buddy at work and I'm a little confused the best way to hook these up. The speakers are 2 Crossfire CF212D DVC (4 ohm) and I have two amps to choose from. The first is a Boss R535 2-channel, bridgeable, the second is an MTX 801D, bridgeable. My confusion comes in with how the manufacturers rate the amps (or maybe how I'm interpreting it?) The MTX is rated at 400 watts x 1 at 4 Ohms, 800 watts x 1 at 2 Ohms - does this mean for each channel or when it's bridged? The Boss R535 is rated at Max Power 2 Ohm 400 Watts X 2, RMS Power 4 Ohm 150 Watts X 2, Bridged Power 800 Watts X 1. Since the speakers seem only to be rated at 150 RMS (and are old) and assuming that the MTX is 400 x 1 at 4 Ohms (bridged), I'm thinking my best choice is to wire the voice coils in series and the speakers in parallel to get the 400 watts (at 4 Ohm) on the mono channel of the MTX. this diagram Thoughts? Thank you!
Jaime from ChinoPosted on 7/15/2016
I have a 2-4ohm subwoofers at 2ohms. each sub 250 rms with a 500 watt amp at 2 ohms. will i get 500 to each sub or will it split to 250 to each
Ray from PittsburghPosted on 7/15/2016
Hello I have 2 lanzar optidrive 15 dvc 1.2ohms And a hifonics brutus brx2000d I'm jus gonna hook up one now how do I wire it to be a 1 or 2 ohm load. The amp is 1ohm stable.
BM from AkronPosted on 7/15/2016
Thanks Buck! Mono vs bridged. I was using the MTX amp and had 2 SVC 4ohms hooked to each channel which gave a 2 ohm load at 500 rms/800 peak. My old MTX Thunder 6000 T6124A's couldn't take it! Thanks for the lesson!
Jace from Salt Lake CityPosted on 7/21/2016
Buck I have read alot of the comments questions and answers but nothing on 3 ohm or 12 ohm I currently have the jbl w15gti mkii have 2 of these subs im picking out a amp to match up but having trouble making a decision the jbl w15 gti has a ohm impedance of 3 ohm or 12 ohm confusing plus a dvc of 6 ohm can you help me make sence of this in looking at the jbl gtr-1001 2600 watt 1 channel will be hooking up only one sub at this time the amp is 2 ohm at 1000 watts or 4 ohm at 700 watts the rms of the subs are 800 watts each would like to purchase a amp that can be set up for both subs or just one any advise would be appreciated
Shy from PuyallupPosted on 7/23/2016
Hey so I have an alpine MRX M110 amp and I recently picked up 2 (12") lanzar MAXP124D max pro dvc 1600watts 800rms Impedance 2x4 ohm How on earth would I want to install them into the box it is a bassworx slot port box. Then from the outside of the box to the amp thanks
Avery from ShorelinePosted on 8/1/2016
Hey, I am a bit confused on how an amplifier puts out power. If I were to buy a 1500W RMS amplifier (capable of 2 ohm) and hook it up to two DVC 2 ohm subs would it put out 750w to each? This confuses me because the amplifier says that running on 2 ohm, it delivers 900W of power. Does that only refer to running a single sub? Thanks!
Avery from ShorelinePosted on 8/2/2016
Hey, I Have another question. I am looking at getting an Audiopipe APCL-15001D amp and it is capable of running 1500w at 1 ohm. If I were to hook up 2 Soundqubed HDS212's DVC 4 ohm subs, could I wire it and get 750w of power to each sub at 1 ohm? Thanks!
John Pynchon from Fort WaynePosted on 8/3/2016
Hi Buck. I am wiring a Audiopipe APCL-15001D to two DVC 12' Rockford Fosgates. (2 Ohm). What would be the best way for me to wire these to fit my MONO amp and split the 1500 watts?
shyenne c feist from puyallupPosted on 8/8/2016
I have 2 jl 12w6ae which are 6ohms and a mono alpine 1100 watt RMS amp what I'd the best way to wire these up and can you please send diagram with answer thanks
SireeBob from OaklandPosted on 8/8/2016
Bought a skar ddx12 what would be a good amp for max potential
Keenan from NebraskaPosted on 8/10/2016
Buck, I have two DVC 4ohm subs, how can I wire them to hook into a Monoblock amp rated at 2ohm
Justin from WilmotPosted on 8/12/2016
I have a 4000 watt, 1ohm stable, 3000 watt RMS at 1ohm monoblock amplifier. I am hooking up two 12 inch 4ohm dvc subs. Subs are rated at 2300 max power, 1150 RMS. Would it be bad to hook them up at 1ohm for 1500 watts RMS each because that would overpower them? On the flip side the amp is 750 RMS at 4ohm for 375 watts which would be way underpowered. Should I do 1ohm or get a more powerful amp.
Karl from Salt lakePosted on 8/15/2016
Bill how do I wire 5 4ohm svc subs and what impedance will I get to my .5 ohm stable amp.
Wood from Webb cityPosted on 8/15/2016
Right now I have 3 soundqubed hds315 and a audiopipe apmi2000 wired at 1.31ohm amps not near strong enough would you recommend a stronger amp or 3amps strapped
James from poteau okPosted on 8/15/2016
Hey buck, I had 3 Qpower 2200 4dvc ran in parallel, powered on a massive audio 4k mono and it sounded awesome but the amp kept getting really hot. I rewired the sub's to the diagram above and it doesn't sound as near as good as it did. Any ideas?
Robert from New braunfelsPosted on 8/16/2016
Hello I have a 2015 ram 2500 crew cab was thinking about installing a kicker 43cxa1200.1 mono class -d too 2 kicker 40cwrt101 10" comp rt 10" subs is this too big of an amplifier should I use a smaller amp it is saying subwoofers are 1-ohm what would be the best way to wire the amp and the subs Installing amp to factory head unit if that matters
Javier Fernandez from Los Angeles CAPosted on 8/18/2016
How should I wire or connect my sound system, I have a hifonics Brutus BRX2416 1D 2400 watts and 2 kickers cvr 12"s. And do I need an epicenter with this amp?
Rasj from HoustonPosted on 8/27/2016
I have (1) 4ohm kicker dvc 15L7. Can this single sub be wired to play at 1ohm or do I need to pair this sub up with another 4ohm dvc sub to get a 1ohm result?
Rogelio from MesaPosted on 8/29/2016
I have a kicker zx s1000.1 that i want to connect to two 15" comp vr subs. However, i also have a 4 channel alpine amp that i want to use for voice. I would like to connect all of this with a capacitor and a epicenter. How would I go about doing that, in order to reach maximum sound?
Jayson from GreeleyPosted on 8/31/2016
I have 2 2300 watt 4 ohm subs wired to a 2500 watt mono amp. Both subs are wired separately and connected where they both enter the negative and positive terminals on my amp. I saw there was a different way to wire both subs together then just have wires going from one sub to the amp not both speakers wired to the amp independently. So my question is should I wire it where both subs a are wired like the 2 SVC 4ohm mono diagram shown or if I'm good with keeping the wiring I have. Also my sub went into protection mode last night when I had my amp up to the level I wanted so I thought it would be the wiring. Thanks for you help!
Jayson from GreeleyPosted on 8/31/2016
Actually my subs are DVCs not SVCs
Robert from John creek, gaPosted on 9/4/2016
Hi, I have a 2 channel dual xpr 522amp that rms is 150×2 at 4ohm, 300×2 at 2ohm, and 600×1 at 4 ohm loads, with 2 dvc old school ma audio 103xe 10's both with 300rms watts and 600 max at 4 ohm, I was wonder since a single dvc can wire to 2 ohm on a mono amp, can I just wire each sub separate to each channel, two subs and two channels right, just have them at 2 ohm instead of 4ohm? Cuz I know my amp doesn't support 1 ohm and at 4 ohm they're really underpowered.
Ethan from ShoenchenPosted on 9/5/2016
Hi, I have 2 10" Orion 2NTense DVC subs. They operate at 500w RMS each. Each coil has a 4 ohm impedance, so when wired in parallel, each sub presents a 2 ohm load. They had been previously hooked up to an older two-channel amp (not in bridged mode), which has since broken. However, I can't seem to find any two channel amps on here that supply 500w or greater of power. Taking this into account, what would be the best way to wire these while still providing enough power to each sub?
Robert CohenourPosted on 9/8/2016
I have two Rocker Fosgate R2 12" shallow mounts dual 4Ohm at 250w RMS. Can I wire them in series to drop them to 8Ohm at 250w at the amp? The amp I am using is two channel mono, and 4Ohm at 500w RMS so I figured that 8Ohm at the amp should then output about 250w RMS. Last question, if this would work do I wire each subwoofer negative on one voice coil to the positive on the other voice coil and vice versa; then positive on the voice coil to positive on the amp and negative on the voice coil and negative to the amp?
RobertPosted on 9/8/2016
Or is there a way to wire both subwoofers to my amplifier so that they're 4ohm but get 250w each and not 500w each?
William from ToledoPosted on 9/8/2016
Hey Buck. I've got a question for you. I have two 12" Rockford Fosgate P2 4ohm DVC subs. I'm looking to see if I can safely wire them to a 2 ohm 2ch mono amp without any complications.
Ryan C. from TehachapiPosted on 9/14/2016
I have a Kicker 10cvx10-2 Ohm10-Inch Subwoofer with 1,200 Watts Peak and 600 Watts RMS with 4 terminals. What would be the best way to wire it to a Kicker 43CXA6001 600 Watt Mono Amplifier. So that I get the full 600 rms to the speaker at 2 ohms...?
Wood from ChiraqPosted on 9/15/2016
Buck i have an old school mtx thunder 2300x and one L7 4ohm dvc how would you wire it and is 1 sub bridgeable?
Bayley mooney from MariettaPosted on 9/16/2016
Hey I was wondering if I have 2 12 inch memphis subs rated for 500 watts each what amp should I look for?
JAY AVITIA from dallas txPosted on 9/22/2016
hey buck i have two alpine type r 1042-d dvc 4 ohm woofer and Kole Audio Xp22000 2 channel amp what would be the best set up to get the best performance , the ratings for the amp say 900 w rms in 4 ohm bridged would that blow the alpines or can the alpines handle that ?
JAY AVITIA from dallas txPosted on 9/22/2016
would two alpine type r 1042-d DVC 4 ohm woofers be able to handle an amp rated at 900 w rms on bridged mode?
Wood from ChiraqPosted on 9/22/2016
Buck i have a mmats 1100.1 amp and 2 12 inch Pioneer champion series subwoofers how would you wire them? Thanks in advance
Wood from ChiraqPosted on 9/22/2016
Buck sorry the subs are Pioneer Champion series dual voice coil 12's and the mmats d1100.1 was made between 2005 - 2008
Mason from Mansfield OhioPosted on 9/23/2016
Hi Buck I have been following this site for almost all of my car audio questions and I am still finding myself kind of confused if you will about something. I have 2 2Ohm subwoofers I know I how to wire them into 8Ohm , but my question is will it be safe to bridge into my amp (which is not 2Ohm stable bridged). Does wiring into series make it safe for my amp or will it still overhead due to the 2Ohm voice coils?
Mason from Mansfield OhioPosted on 9/26/2016
Buck, Thanks for the input and I am sorry for my mistake in my comment. I do have 2 DVC 2Ohm American bass subs. My main concern was my amp could not handle .5 ohm or 2ohm (bridged) load I was wondering how different my output would be in 8 ohm bridged, or wire them to their own channels (sterio @2ohm). A bit confusing but I am getting the hang of it. Thank you for the help I greatly appriciate it.
Ricky from WeslacoPosted on 9/27/2016
Hello Buck I have 2 db drive k3 10d4 900 watt subwoofers connected in series parallel bridged to a db drive A7 750.1. My question is should I stay with that wiring or change it to parallel to get the 1 ohm? Thanks in advance
Ricky from WeslacoPosted on 9/27/2016
Thanks for the advice Buck my subwoofers sound way better now ;-)
Wood from ChiraqPosted on 9/28/2016
Buck how's it going? I had a question I have a mmats d1100.1 amp and 2 12" L7 solobarics 4ohm dvc and I wondering how to drop the speakers down to 2 or 1omhs to get more wattage thanks