MdubG Posted September 6, 2012 Report Posted September 6, 2012 Hey guys i just got a new amp to replace one that broke. It can run 500w @ 2ohms and 300w @ 4ohms. the sub i'm hooking up a sub from a dual setup that ran at 4ohms the other sub is damaged so i'm not using it.so one will run at 8 ohms. my question is will i be able to run the single sub off the amp without damaging either the amp or the sub?
Skullz Posted September 6, 2012 Report Posted September 6, 2012 The higher resistance is better for the amp but you'll lose serious output from the higher ohm load. Is the sub a single 8 ohm or dual 4 ohm? 01 Ford focus ZX3 Pioneer AVH-X491BHS PPI PC 4800.2 Morel Maximo 6.5" x2
MdubG Posted September 6, 2012 Author Report Posted September 6, 2012 its a single 8ohm with 250w rms. i sort of bought the amp without thinking it all the way through, but it all else fails i guess i'll just buy new sub(s)
Skullz Posted September 6, 2012 Report Posted September 6, 2012 I'm sure you'll get good output from it just not quite what you would get if it were dual 4 ohm coils. 01 Ford focus ZX3 Pioneer AVH-X491BHS PPI PC 4800.2 Morel Maximo 6.5" x2
MdubG Posted September 6, 2012 Author Report Posted September 6, 2012 ok, but it wouldn't damage the amp or the sub by running it like that right? just want to make sure, just in case there is a chance i could fry a brand new amp
ALPINE408 Posted September 6, 2012 Report Posted September 6, 2012 No its fine can't damage ether unless user error just fyi you will only get about 100 to 150 watts at 8 ohms tho Have you ever had your woofers blown?
MdubG Posted September 6, 2012 Author Report Posted September 6, 2012 I can tolerate a drop in power. It'll have to do for now but it looks like I'll be on the hunt for new subs then.Appreciate the help guys.At least i can enjoy some bass again
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