mustangGT90210

If I want to amplify a component system, I would want a 4 channel amp, or a 2 and get a mono amp for the sub when that comes later?

I'm sorry for bombarding you all with questions, please don't be annoyed

Blue Notch

I'm definitely not annoyed. I love this stuff.

That sounds right. With the 4ch, you could power the components with the two front channels, and bridge the two rear channels for the sub. I did this originally in the notch, and it worked nicely. You could also get a 2ch amp for the components, and a mono for the sub. 4ch amps are usually class AB, which runs hotter and is less efficient at delivering power, while mono amps are usually class D, which runs cooler, and is more efficient. Just another thing to consider.

mustangGT90210

Woohoo I got something right

I think this Kenwood amp would work with well with the Sony component speaker I'm thinking about. And while I don't have a sub I should be able to bridge both the tweeters and the woofers for some good sound, yes?

Blue Notch

You wouldn't need to hook up the tweeters and woofers separately. (I think that's what you meant?) You could bridge both channels for the speakers, but you'd be overpowering them by over twice their rating. You could also hook them up to both the front channels, and bridge the rear for a sub, but 130wmrs isn't much for a sub. Are you planning to buy everything from crutchfield, or are you gonna try ebay?

Blue Notch

This is $120 on ebay. http://www.crutchfield.com/s_113KAC8...04.html?tp=115 I have the mono version of this amp, which I hated at first, but am now very happy with. It used to cut out a lot, but now it goes on forever. The best thing I would recommend for you would be this amp. It's more than I think you want to spend though. http://www.crutchfield.com/s_107PA50...-4.html?tp=115

mustangGT90210

I see what you mean now, and you're right, I'd kill the speakers like that. I'm using crutchfield for most of my learning, but if I can get a better price, I'll go ebay.

Ok so it doesn't seem a 4ch amp would benefit me here, because of the speakers I plan to have and my price range... When wiring to an amp, is each speaker a channel, or is it each type of speaker that's a channel?

bluethunderhorse

Crutchfield is usually overpriced, they have to have some way of paying all those tech people. I find stuff I like that fits my car on their site then go elsewhere to buy. I found my Premier on their site a couple years ago for $279, then went to wal- mart and bough it for $219. And yes the wal-mart's here sell Pioneer Premier

mustangGT90210

As long as that kenwood amp can be that price around christmas time, that'd be awesome! And would work with the sub

I like this ebay idea lol

Everything I want is on ebay for quite a bit cheaper, except the HU. Sweetness

Blue Notch

Here's what I would do if I were you:
Speakers: http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Produ...=01|500SPS600C (Sony= $60 ebay, Infinity= $100ebay and crutchfield, Alpine= $85 ebay)
Amp: Polk PA500= $240
Sub: Infinity 1050w= $57 ebay, or I might be willing to sell one of mine for for cheaper...) MTX 5500= $70 crutchfield

Blue Notch

Each channel is for a speaker(woofer and tweeter). 2ch amp powers two speakers, 4ch amp powers four speakers, etc. You can bridge two channels, and only run one speaker as well.

Crutchfield is usually more expensive, but sometimes it's worth it. If something goes wrong with an ebay whatever, you're usually stuck with it. With crutchfield they'll usually try to fix it or whatever. Crutchfield also usually gives you the install kit and directions for free, plus they have awesome customer service. I also got my HU from them on clearence last spring for $120 (originally $200). That was an awesome deal!!

mustangGT90210

I'm gonna stick with the kenwood 500watt amp due to affordability, but the references look great on paper

Thank you Nathan

So if I want 4 speakers amplified, I want a 4ch amp? Makes sense...

Blue Notch

And with components you combine the tweeter and woofer to count as one speaker.

Which sub are you currently looking at?

mustangGT90210

It all makes sense now. That's how the high/low pass filters work then too.

Here's the amp I have in my head: http://www.crutchfield.com/s_113KAC8...04.html?tp=115

Blue Notch

Can't believe the weekend's all over already. I'm exhausted.

2k7gtcs

Today was a crappy day here. Rained all day.

Blue Notch

It was sunny in the morning, but got cloudy as the day went on. No rain though...yet.

2k7gtcs

I don't know about y'all but I can't wait till Thanksgiving to finally get some time off.

2k7gtcs

How 'bout dem Cowboys!



Philly sucks!

Knight Rider

boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

2k7gtcs

You mean you like Philly?