Karkov Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 As title states, I see a lot of people on here swearing up and down they will never strap 2+ amps together. I am curious as to ALL the reasons why? Truly trying to learn here, not argue. Thanks in advance. =) On a complete side note (instead of making new thread) do DC Audio amps do rated? The one(s) I am thinking of going with for a project would need to do what they say they would do rated to be feasible in that application. I.E. under rated? (proper electrical of course) 2007 Chevy Tahoe (SOLD) 12 ~ FI Audio X series 10" w/BP option 2 ~ DC Audio 5.0K @0.67 3 ~ DC Audio 5.0K @1.0 2 ~ PPI 3 way sets (not installed yet) 1 ~ RF T400-4, 1 ~ RF T600-2, 1 ~ RF T600-4 4 ~ CT Sounds 5.25" Strato comps (rear fill only) 1 ~ XS Power D4800 1 ~ XS Power D3400 8 ~ XS Power XP3000 160 stock alt, Mechman 370 Elite, 185 DC Power 320+ Sq. Ft. Sound Deadener Pioneer AVH-X5500BHS Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/knfjdkghjudfhsgkjdhf/videos?sort=dd&view=0&shelf_id=0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostlyrich Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 strapping 2 amps together ? like bolting them next together? using bungy cables to hold them down? or wiring separate amps to each sub My youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ghostlyrich Mazda 3 2006 Build (R.I.P) http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/172728-mazda-3-2006-stealth-build/ Volkswagen GTI 2011 Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192979-vw-gti-2011-build/ Jeep 2015 Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/201493-my-new-jeep-2015/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smashedz28 Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 Strapping usually means you wire to a higher ohm load which is less stress to your electrical system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMI CUSTOMS Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 I run mine strapped and wire low as shit while strapped TEAM SOUNDQUBED -- TEAM SOUTH TEAM S.O.B. - Founder & Captain 3x Streetbeat World Record Holder 2017 MWSPL 1st place Mayhem & 4th Xtreme 4 2016 MWSPL 1st place Mayhem/2nd Adv 4/2nd Xtreme 4 2015 MWSPL 2nd place Mayhem & 4th Xtreme 4 2014 USACI 2nd place Streetbeat 5 - 162.6 db 2014 MWSPL 2nd place Xtreme 4 - 144.9 db 2013 USACI 1st place Streetbeat 4 - 161.9 db 2013 USACI 1st place Street Q+ - 162.8 db 2013 MWSPL 3rd Kaos2 & 4th Xtreme 4 2011 USACI 2nd place MOD 1001-2k - 160.0 db 2011 MWSPL 4th place: Adv3 - 157.8 db, Kaos2 - 150s db, Xtreme4 - 140s db 2010 ARSPL 1st place 501-750 - 160.3 db Arkansas loudest Best score to date 164.4 db - Termlab Outlaw Streetbeat 4 - 161.9 db Streetbeat 5 - 162.6 db MWSPL on Dash Legal door open (Music) - 162.5 db Sealed on dash Legal (Music) - 161.1 db - Termlab THE BLACK NASTY CURRENT BUILD & FAB The Black Nasty (6) 15 Rebuild Log 2012 (4) 15 Walled Sierra Build Log Evo X build log Facebook page The Black Nasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Hammer Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 wtf is ghost lyric talking about lol. If you strap at 2ohm you are running each at 1ohm...i see members here complain about reliablilty issues but beyond that I have never done it or seen other reasons. MY BUILD *****http://tinyurl.com/gmcbuild***** Vehicles 2005 GMC Canyon CB1000r - Currently where any future funds are going. (exhasut,bazzaz, ohlins shock, screen, etc.) crf250r - Used to be race bike..now I just trail ride..practice at the track on it. CH80 - Daily beater (when nice weather)best 150$ ever spent. 100+mpg Sold to: Skullz - pstone11 - Leo1103 - Volvo 63' - pavelpardo - imnew59585 Shower farts still piss me off.I think theyre pretty neat. When the water runs down your crack as you let one out... its like shitting in a crockpot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostlyrich Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 wtf is ghost lyric talking about lol. If you strap at 2ohm you are running each at 1ohm...i see members here complain about reliablilty issues but beyond that I have never done it or seen other reasons. sorry mate i have never hear the term before and i was scared to google it because my safe search is off lmao! My youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ghostlyrich Mazda 3 2006 Build (R.I.P) http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/172728-mazda-3-2006-stealth-build/ Volkswagen GTI 2011 Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192979-vw-gti-2011-build/ Jeep 2015 Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/201493-my-new-jeep-2015/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fritosaregood Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 Strapping usually means you wire to a higher ohm load which is less stress to your electrical system Um.. no. You only wire higher because the amps still see 1 ohm each if wired to 2 ohms. I always strap my amps because it lets me wire lower. seller feedback: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/ind...showtopic=61719 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/ind...showtopic=68281 build log: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/index.php?showtopic=44800 Gf's build: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/54346-kickergirls-camaro-new-box-pg-5/#entry753970 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 I have "tested" a couple amps strapped at .5 (each amp saw .25ohm). They did fine, didn't gain a lot, but i don't have a termlab. It did gain though, i know the difference in strapping @ 2 (each amp saw 1ohm) and .5 seemed like more cone control, tighter response, and a general feeling of well being. I had a bigger smile when strapped at .5 too. Of course, it runs the risk of letting all the magic smoke out when wired that low. Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyBoy95 Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 strapping is when you wire two amplifiers together (generally have a connection cable specifically for this) to achieve the power of both amps together. It essentially turns 2 amps into 1 big amp. You use the master amplifiers (amp 1) settings to control the slave amp (amp 2). Instead of wiring each amp separately at 1 ohm each, you generally will wire the subs to 2 ohms strapped... this will result in each amp seeing 1 ohm. When strapped you dont necessarily gain or loose power either. Strapping is almost like bridging channels, but instead you are bridging amplifiers. 2 2000w amps not strapped (1 ohm each) = 4000w 2 2000w amps strapped (2 ohm) = 4000w hopefully this clears things up. Best Score to Date : 160.5 dB Outlaw (47Hz)[4 XM 15's & 2 Taramps Bass 12k's] BL : http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/147800-chevyboy95s-4-15s-7krms-wall-1533-db-on-half-power/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/hitemwiththeflex/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostlyrich Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 strapping is when you wire two amplifiers together (generally have a connection cable specifically for this) to achieve the power of both amps together. It essentially turns 2 amps into 1 big amp. You use the master amplifiers (amp 1) settings to control the slave amp (amp 2). Instead of wiring each amp separately at 1 ohm each, you generally will wire the subs to 2 ohms strapped... this will result in each amp seeing 1 ohm. When strapped you dont necessarily gain or loose power either. Strapping is almost like bridging channels, but instead you are bridging amplifiers. 2 2000w amps not strapped (1 ohm each) = 4000w 2 2000w amps strapped (2 ohm) = 4000w hopefully this clears things up. sounds like playing with fire... like 2 engines on the same crank shaft one hiccups and everything goes boom.. i usually calculate my impedance of subs and rms and purchase my amp around that. Kinda like when i bought my sub it was said to be 2 ohm and i seen my amp did 500rms at 2ohm and less rms at 4 ohms but when i received the sub i put my meter across it and it was showing 4 ohms and man was it a bitch trying to tell a customer service rep they sent me a 4ohm sub not a 2 ohm... his answer its same shit it doesn't give you more wattage its just ohms,,,, so i sat down and drew it on a piece of paper how it worked until he switched it out for me -.-' lol sorry for the rant / story My youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ghostlyrich Mazda 3 2006 Build (R.I.P) http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/172728-mazda-3-2006-stealth-build/ Volkswagen GTI 2011 Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192979-vw-gti-2011-build/ Jeep 2015 Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/201493-my-new-jeep-2015/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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