JBL GTO 627 2 Ohm Speakers

I have run 2ohm loads to deck power. One problem I encountered was clipping at higer volumes, but the sound was fine at moderate listening levels.

The next problem is heat. The deck is going to operate hotter, even if it can handle a 2 ohm load, and the area where the deck mounts only adds to this problem.

If your heart is set on these speakers use a 2 ohm stable amp (which about all of them are).

Not only might this save your deck, but it will sound alot better in my opinion, those speakers probably love power.

In general this is not a good idea.  Most head units are not 2-ohm stable, although some may operate with that load for a while and as long as the volume is kept low.  I suspect you'll get about 10% distortion doing that, and run the risk of blowing the internal amplifiers.  Not wise.

Yeah I know,

The only reason I did that was a customer was replacing the deck in his caddi which had the Bose system.(those are 2ohm from the factory) The factory amp was NG so no integration. I told the customer I didn't feel it was wise to do this without changing the speakers.

The customer stated it was just temporary and he would be back soon for upgrades. Against my better judgment (and a REALLY pushey customer) I hooked it up. Thats when I noticed all the problems I stated in my earlier post. We are in total agreement. Not reccomended to do this at all.

Thanks