Question: Is a bad/cheap amp generally better then no amp at all? Kinda like the age old question is bad sex better then no sex at all?
I'm not looking to build a show winner, just drive what I've got as best as my budget can afford, which isn't much. I'm running stock head unit with 4 Infinity REF6002Is, no sub. I'm going for a stealth install so I'm trying to make due with the stock head unit. I can't afford alot for an amp, is picking up a cheap amp worth it? I see amps from Legacy, Pyle, Pyramid, Rockwood ... all cheap as borcsh. Understanding that you get what you pay for, will a cheap amp still be better then no amp? |
Buy a used 30W*2 Alpine/RF/... amp for the same price
Try to buy it locally. I do not recommend ebay but that is your choice. search the for sale items on this forum |
Buy a decent used amp.
If you take a quick look at the internals on any of those "cheap amps", say the rockwood for instance, you'll see why. Lots of deals to be found on eBay, or elsewhere. What is your budget? How about one of these? Nakamichi PA-1004 (new) for around $135USD plus shipping (not eBay). With deals like that around, why would you buy a "garbage brand"? The Hammer [ September 09, 2004, 06:01 PM: Message edited by: TheHammer ] |
Go here http://www.xscargo.com/
They have one in Winnipeg too, they have decent amps which are cheap, and better than the ones you listed, I've used a couple and I give them 2 thumbs up. |
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I'm finding you can get some decent deals on ebay.ca
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Thanks for the suggestions guys! I'm guessing the answer to my question is 'yes you need an amp'.
Hammer ... the Nakamichi looks impressive but I couldn't find it cheaper then 229.00 USD. The BMA looks interesting too, but I've never heard of them before? Will research further. thanks. 90 Celi ... I'll consider it. Looks good. JohnnyToronto ... Its funny you mentioned XS Cargo as it was this amp that lead to my question originally. [ September 14, 2004, 02:03 PM: Message edited by: 03AerioSXAWD ] |
Any idea on MA Audio? I seem to recognise the name, this is a 4 channel thats in my price range and being that I can pick it up locally is an added bonus.
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Doesn't MA audio rate their amps at 17v?
The Hammer |
Sent you the info on that Nak PA-1004.
I'll let you know on the BMA when it arrives. The Hammer |
I bought the High Current version of the MA Audio 4 channel a couple of weeks ago and I am quite happy with it...think of this one as a 4 X 50watt amp and you will be pretty close...it will do a good job on your comps.... :D
HTH |
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