B-rab Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) Hey guys, im new to the forums and subs in general. In my car i currently have a 12" Pioneer TS-W1208D2 1400w sub. I found a cheap Sony Xplod 1000w mono amp for like $20 with 380 rms to power it. I'm looking to get a new box, new amp and another 12"Pioneer TS-W1208D2. The subs are 400w rms so it would be 800rms in total. Would i be better off getting a nice brand 2 channel 2000w amp or is 2 channels even needed? The sub is two 2 ohm voice coils or 4ohms (which in itself confuses me). I was just looking for some suggestions on amps, boxes ( ported or not) and if i will need additional things such as another battery or something. I currently have my sub connected 4 ohms from the amp. thanks for the help, Brian Edited February 23, 2010 by B-rab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepinitloud Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 is the sub a dual 4 or 2 Quote 06 chrysler 300C Hemi one mmatts dreadnaut 15 powered by a planet audio vx 2200d fosgate p200 running planet audio 8" midbass drivers and super compression tweeters stock battery and a stinger spv44 Irragi 300 amp alternator big 3 1/0 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/55075-system-in-my-300c/page__view__findpost__p__763656__fromsearch__1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-rab Posted February 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) is the sub a dual 4 or 2 Pretty sure its dual 2. And just a fix its the Pioneer TS-W1208D2 not the D4 Edited February 23, 2010 by B-rab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepinitloud Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 well you can wire two and get a final two ohm load just need a mono amp thats two ohm stable thats 800 rms Quote 06 chrysler 300C Hemi one mmatts dreadnaut 15 powered by a planet audio vx 2200d fosgate p200 running planet audio 8" midbass drivers and super compression tweeters stock battery and a stinger spv44 Irragi 300 amp alternator big 3 1/0 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/55075-system-in-my-300c/page__view__findpost__p__763656__fromsearch__1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-rab Posted February 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 Thanks alot, Any favorite amp brand or brand you have had good luck with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepinitloud Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 do a little research what kind of budget do you have for buying an amp Im happy with my planet audio amp they also have a good warrenty if bought through a dealer but there are alot of good companies out there just do a little shoppin Quote 06 chrysler 300C Hemi one mmatts dreadnaut 15 powered by a planet audio vx 2200d fosgate p200 running planet audio 8" midbass drivers and super compression tweeters stock battery and a stinger spv44 Irragi 300 amp alternator big 3 1/0 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/55075-system-in-my-300c/page__view__findpost__p__763656__fromsearch__1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dakidd7891 Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 u should shop around a bit. just dont go with sony. u could get a kicker zx750.1. thats around 800rms at 2ohms cuz kicker underrates their products. you can also get an extended warranty if install it with a kicker amp kit Quote NEW ORLEANS SLAP Alpine CDE-103BT 2 12'' JL Audio W3v3-4 Hifonics HIF1500.1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-rab Posted February 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 that amp seems affordable and pretty good based on the reviews i read. What gauge wire would you suggest for this amp? I currently have 8-gauge wiring in my car, would 4 be better or not really make a difference? I'm trying to stay under $300 with this new setup. Found that amp for $200, Another sub will run me about 80 leaving not to much to spare. Also, Ported box? Any suggestions on Cubic feet and port size? Like i said im new to this but i can make the box. thanks for all the help so far, Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dakidd7891 Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 you want to go with 4 gauge when your running this kind of amp. 1.25-2.05 cubic feet for a ported box. im not to sure about the port size because im not that familiar with pioneer Quote NEW ORLEANS SLAP Alpine CDE-103BT 2 12'' JL Audio W3v3-4 Hifonics HIF1500.1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kl0wn Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 Could also get an AQ1200D, rated at 870 RMS @ 2 ohms. Would just have to be easy on the gains. But there are tons of companies around that will put out around 800 RMS @ 2 ohms, just have to shop around and find a solid one in your price range. About what size wire, 4 AWG will easily work for this application. You could use 0 AWG if you wanted to... but you would have to shave the wire down a bit so it will fit into the amp. Quote 06 Mini Cooper S Sundown, SoundQubed Cadence, XS Power 151s Sealed 155s Outlaw Windshield @ 37hz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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