best amp?
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Forum Name: Car Audio
Forum Discription: Car Stereos, Amplifiers, Crossovers, Processors, Speakers, Subwoofers, etc.
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Printed Date: May 02, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Topic: best amp?
Posted By: chitownsteve
Subject: best amp?
Date Posted: July 16, 2005 at 4:24 PM
just got set up with ebay and need an amp iam trying to spend 300 or under i had a jl 1000/1 and need some thing as good or almost as good as jl for the cash iam working with id like some thing new not used and prob a mono but dont have to be
iam thinkin
Diamond Audio D3 600.1
INTERFIRE IFD-1000C CLASS D
memphis hc100
brutus 1500bx
any help or input would be great
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Posted By: DYohn
Date Posted: July 17, 2005 at 9:27 AM
I don't recomend buying off ebay unless the seller is an authorized dealer... but to answer your question, in general the best two on your list are the Diamond and the Memphis. Hifonics is in the next tier down but they make a very nice amp, and "interfire" is something I've never heard of, although their website looks like they are another Chinese import company. ------------- Support the12volt.com
Posted By: Velocity Motors
Date Posted: July 17, 2005 at 10:29 AM
Spend a little more and get yourself a decent amp. Depending on what your trying to power ( you did not mention this in your post ) you could get away with a reliable brand name 2 channel amp and bridging it.
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Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA
Posted By: chitownsteve
Date Posted: July 17, 2005 at 6:37 PM
i did not pick out any subs yet but i like jl but kinnda low on funds right now i have friends with good amps and soso low brand subs and its sounds great i heard its all about air pressure
and if you got good air presser in your ride any subs will sound right is this true or flase
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Date Posted: July 17, 2005 at 7:07 PM
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Posted By: nowlater123
Date Posted: July 17, 2005 at 11:55 PM
Air pressure only affects the loudness of a sub. You can have the loudest sub in the neighborhood, and it still sound horrible. You need sound quality to make it worthwhile. If you're going to buy a good, quality amplifier, then just save up some money, and get a good quality subwoofer to match it. If you are low on cash, then I would suggest that you visit www.ikesound.com, they have the lowest prices that i've ever seen. And on good stuff as well. Good luck, and hope it turns out great. ------------- Kenwood all the Way!
Posted By: Cougar.Modder
Date Posted: July 18, 2005 at 6:29 PM
Have you ever considered a McIntosh Car Audio Amp??? I have 2 of them and LIVE by them!!!
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Alpine 7830 HU-4X100 W McIntosh -2X110 W McIntosh-MB Quart Q's Mid Tweets-4X10" Phoenix Gold Subs-Phoenix Gold EQ215ix-AC Epi-PG Line Driver-Phoenix Gold 1 Farad Cap -Clifford Avantguard 4-2 Ear Plugs
Posted By: chitownsteve
Date Posted: July 18, 2005 at 9:00 PM
McIntosh Car Audio Amp naw i never head of em do they compare to jl audio and what is the price range cheaper or more $$$ then jl?
iam kinnda stering towards dimound audio if the price is right and but have to find what is as good as jl 1000\1
Posted By: lakers08
Date Posted: July 18, 2005 at 9:51 PM
Why did you get rid of your 1000/1? It's pretty well impossible to find an equivalent amplifier to the Jl for around $300.
Posted By: chitownsteve
Date Posted: July 18, 2005 at 9:55 PM
it got stolen
Posted By: lakers08
Date Posted: July 18, 2005 at 10:04 PM
Ouch...That sucks, man. Bastards! If you're interested, I have an Alphasonik PMA800DA for sale under the "Buy and Sell Equipment" category. It's brand new, still in the box. Don't get me wrong, I'm not comparing it to your old amp. It is, however, a great deal and I'm willing to let it go for $275. I paid around $450 for it and then bought the Jl 1000/1! Anyway, you can send me a PM if interested. Otherwise, good luck.
Posted By: uthinkuknoaudio
Date Posted: July 18, 2005 at 10:49 PM
I'd go with a JBL BPX1200.1 tell you the truth. Thats a great amp, second i'd choose the memphis, so on and so forth. JBL makes one killer strong amp.
Dont' get cheap JL subs, if your going to invest in JL, stop playing and get a W7...(W3v2 is the only other good one IMO)...based on previously bad experiences with other models.
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Posted By: Cougar.Modder
Date Posted: July 20, 2005 at 12:59 AM
McIntosh Amps are likely one of the highest rated amps for Car Audio. Surprised how many people never heard of them as they are made in New York. Price range is around 1500 - 3800 bucks though. Maybe thats why I guess. good luck on your choice then.
Modder,
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Alpine 7830 HU-4X100 W McIntosh -2X110 W McIntosh-MB Quart Q's Mid Tweets-4X10" Phoenix Gold Subs-Phoenix Gold EQ215ix-AC Epi-PG Line Driver-Phoenix Gold 1 Farad Cap -Clifford Avantguard 4-2 Ear Plugs
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