Going from class AB to D for sub amp- worth it?

[audio1der]

I'm using an archaic Alpine 3539 bridged to my RF Stage 3 sub, which works well but really taxes my electrical system.

Wondering if a newer Alpine/RF class D amp which are more efficient would work the electrical less while producing the same power?

doing so would also allow me to ditch my POS x-over and use an internal one in the new sub amp, making things simple, the way I like them.

TIA!

-Audio

[finkster]

Correct. Go for the class D.

[dwz]

D classes are more efficient than other classes -> you get more power with less taxation on your electrical. so yes go with the D class

[White Lightning]

Not to me, I will never switch to a class d.

I will Always run Linear Power Class A/B amps ...

[Bakerman]

Class D amps are always more efficient. You're A/B amps are gonna pull more on the electrical to get the same power...always go with the class D's.

[BeAlLsTaR13]

D all the way, tend to last longer from what I've seen and heard as well

[White Lightning]

D all the way, tend to last longer from what I've seen and heard as well

I seen 10 Class D amps burn up at 2010 USACI world Finals last year ... You shure your info is correct ??

[hdorre]

Class Ds should be more efficient, but ABs have the ability to be cleaner.

[uhoh_45]

Class Ds should be more efficient, but ABs have the ability to be cleaner.

surprised no one else mentioned A/B amps put out a cleaner signal

[hdorre]

^^lol same here. Then again, how many people care about SQ? :/