MaxBoom87 Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 Hey guys. May not be suitable to post this but I’m really in need of a dd1 to set my gains on my system. Money is just tight for one but I know it’s the best method. If anyone has one for sale or rent I would like to purchase or rent it. Thanks for the help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerballzs Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 SMD Tool Map has members that have tools to help in setting gains etc. 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...
k58.cross Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k58.cross Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 Keep in mind that different songs have the bass EQ'd at different levels. Even though you set the gains once, you can still get clipping. Only way to know live is to use a clipping indicator such as on certain bass knobs. My Crescendo amps have them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wishuponasub Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 Do you need the CD with it? Quote Sitting around waiting to be installed: 4 FI X 10 270 CES alt D3400/73ah lithium AA 3800.1 (2) AA 75.4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxBoom87 Posted August 20, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 No. Just a distortion detector. I have a cd that came with the Rockford amp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casparado Posted August 21, 2019 Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 ^^^ That method by BareVids is awesome. I use a tone generator on my phone and it is louder than any recording I have. You can get a 3.3mfd cap on amazon for under 5 bucks, and if you have a spare small speaker lying around, I suggest trying it... if even just for shits and giggles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxBoom87 Posted August 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 So does that method work for 4 channel amps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CstrokerV Posted August 21, 2019 Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 That method does not work Tony already explained why... probably in that guys comments Quote my build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/142505-small-build-log-4-dc-lvl3-10s-tl-update-link-to-rebuild/ http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/154258-rebuild-6-lvl3-12s-update-small-video-nothing-spectacular/ new build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/188181-03-trailblazer-slow-build-8-dc-lvl3-12-m1-motor-m2-parts/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k58.cross Posted August 21, 2019 Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 9 hours ago, CstrokerV said: That method does not work Tony already explained why... probably in that guys comments Can you elaborate? Why wouldn't it work? Another option is to make your own clipping indicator, for which there's plenty of tutorials on the web. You just need some basic electronics knowledge. Then set your gain backed off of clipping on the loudest volume you'll play your system at. From there, watch the indicator and make judgements if you need to tune the gain further. To be clear though, I'm not knocking the DD1. If you have the money, go for it because it will simplify the process and is cheaper than a scope. Steve's videos point out that although a scope shows you everything about the signal, you need to know what distortion actually looks like. The DD1 has a simple light that blinks and tells you to back off. Now, is it too sensitive and can a quality system handle some soft clipping and minor distortion in exchange for more output? That's a judgement call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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