Impalalpine Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 (edited) Hey all. I'm on the hunt for a powerhouse amp, And I have a few questions. Does the Saz share a board with any other amp? What is this amplifier really capable of on stiff voltage. I am comparing this to two other 3500's from different companies( not going to start a vs thread) and I want to do my homework before dropping the money. Anyone running these amps or own one? Pros and cons Lastly, is the price jump justified over something like an AQ-3500.1? Where is that extra money being spent, the name and its resale value? Or is built using better parts? Thanks everyone, I've been posting a lot to keep my mind of some things, so I'm sorry. Edited November 14, 2013 by Impalalpine Quote Build's consist of: 2004 Chevy Impala : Pioneer--------------------- DEH-X8600bs Soundqubed/AQ------ Q4-120 Rockford Fosgate---- Punch-500.4 Soundqubed/AQ----- Q1-3500D.1 Alpine----------------- 6.5's & 6x9's Subs: TBA All Knukonceptz and SHCA wire and rca's Home Music Setup (4) Soundqubed HDS200 15's in two separate 15.5 cubic foot enclosures tuned to 31 hrz --- XM radio hardwire Updates coming all the time on both builds n8ball2013 "bullshit. Everything fits. If you cut enough." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HHR Ed Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 The Sundown 3500 is a solid amp. It is unique in it's components and final design. Cost for amplifiers goes into build quality, component quality, QC, warranty support, as well as performance. That being said, you get an amp that is capable of 4000-4500W on decent electrical. Is extremely durable and reliable. Will sound clean over it's entire life. And if it ever does have issues, you have a company with a great track record for service to back it up. Quote Ed Lester ShowtimeSPL Host Showtime Electronics Video MarketingMy old Build Loghttp://www.stevemead...08/#entry511451http://www.youtube.com/showtimespl 5 time dB Drag Finalist Last ride 2007 HHR, current dB 153.5 and bass race 149.4 dB. 153.0 dB on music New Ride, 2008 HHR SS. Build under way. Loudest score ever = 171dB 2009 dB Drag Racing, North American Points Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyBoy95 Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 Sundown amplifiers are tanks. They go and go and go, and dont quit. The board is korean, built to last, and does every bit of that 3500 and then some. Quote 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...
DTS909 Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 My 2500v2 has yet to even get warm. I got it refurbished, very impressed. Quote VM-1 Pioneer DEH-80PRS Hertz HSK 165XL Arc Audio KS 300.2 Linear Power 1002 Full Mods Fi Audio Q 10s Sundown Audio Scv 3000 Big 3 XS Power D5100 Juice Box 20AH Singer Alternator Sky High Wire <p>My Ebay feedback. http://feedback.ebay...tab=AllFeedback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerballzs Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 (edited) Most of your good amps are Korean made from same build house. Designed in USA built in Korea. A lot of them closely look alike. There are even amps from China that are good also. Edited November 14, 2013 by Soccerballzs Quote http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/garage/vehicle/2438-jeep-commander/I Pioneer P99RSAmpere 38002-Ampere 125/44-6.5 inch Hertz HSK XL Mids4-8 inch JL Audio ZR Midwoofer 2-5.25 Satori Mids2-Morel Tweeters, 2 Hertz Milles 3 inch on A pillars2-Hertz Silk tweeters DC Audio Level 5/12 Skyhigh Wire Mechman 320 XS Power D3100MO Funniest Thread of the Year 2013: http://www.stevemead...dy-being-a-pos/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighossf150 Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 the 3500v1 has the same board as the ampere audio 3500 but I dont think anyone shares the same board as the v2, beast amps if you can afford them Quote Used to have a loud truck 2009 Corvette Z06, H/C/I, 150 shot, g force tune, 730rwhp/690rwtq 2013 F-150 limited, MPT Tune, leveled on 35"s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impalalpine Posted November 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 (edited) How does it only have single 0 gauge inputs? They work obviously but at 4,000 plus watts couldn't the amperage exceed what a single run of 0 gauge can put up with? Just makes me nervous. Edited November 14, 2013 by Impalalpine Quote Build's consist of: 2004 Chevy Impala : Pioneer--------------------- DEH-X8600bs Soundqubed/AQ------ Q4-120 Rockford Fosgate---- Punch-500.4 Soundqubed/AQ----- Q1-3500D.1 Alpine----------------- 6.5's & 6x9's Subs: TBA All Knukonceptz and SHCA wire and rca's Home Music Setup (4) Soundqubed HDS200 15's in two separate 15.5 cubic foot enclosures tuned to 31 hrz --- XM radio hardwire Updates coming all the time on both builds n8ball2013 "bullshit. Everything fits. If you cut enough." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagblazer01 Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 I ran a 3500v1 at .25 daily with absolutely no issue at all on 4 SA 12s. Took it like a champ Quote Team Sundown Audio / Team XS Power / Team SHOK SMD Super Buyer/Sellerwww.sundownaudio.com www.shokindustries.com www.4xspower.com www.excessiveamperage.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick580 Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 (edited) How does it only have single 0 gauge inputs? They work obviously but at 4,000 plus watts couldn't the amperage exceed what a single run of 0 gauge can put up with? Just makes me nervous. If this buys you peace of mind im sure the amp would be thankful. http://toolmakermetalworkz.com/viewcategory.php?groupid=0 Edited November 15, 2013 by Nick580 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbodylexus Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 I run 2 SAZ-3500D's with Toolmaker Dual inputs and have never had an issue, they are both wired down to 1/2 ohm. I used to run a single SAZ-3500D on two SA-12's with no problems. They are very solid amps and will do well over 3500 watts if you give them good, clean power. Quote 1990 Chevy Suburban (Big Booty Judy) (4) Sundown Audio Zv5 18's (1) Sundown Audio Salt 12K (1) Sundown Audio SAX-100.4 (1) Sundown Audio SAE-50.4 (2) Crossfire ST-1 Tweeters (2) Obsidian Audio ST-1 tweeters (4) Sundown Audio Neo Pro v3 6.5's Saving 2nd Bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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