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Old 05-04-2009, 12:16 AM
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Best amp for a P3?

My P600.1bd burnt, so I'm looking for a new amp. I have a 12' Rockford P3. What would you suggest to get? What power is best suited for a 12' P3? Thanks.
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Old 05-04-2009, 07:06 AM
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I'm not too familiar with the newer P3's but my older P3 rated at 500 rms took 632 rms from my old JL 500/1 all day long. JL 500/1 is an awesome amp. One of the best I've ever owned. Excellent xover/sub control. Not the cheapest amp though .... well worth it. Many on Ebay for not bad $$$
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Old 05-04-2009, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by baam_1
My P600.1bd burnt, so I'm looking for a new amp. I have a 12' Rockford P3. What would you suggest to get? What power is best suited for a 12' P3? Thanks.

how much do you wanna spend?
whats the coil config on the sub?
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Old 05-04-2009, 12:23 PM
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Exactly, before I can put some numbers out there on amplifiers, the coil arrangement is a must know and the quality or kwality of the amp is a must know, the latter determined by your budget....
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Old 05-04-2009, 05:07 PM
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try the p1000-1bd from rockford, great amp i have it running 2 p3 12" subs and its a good match
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Old 05-05-2009, 08:44 PM
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I'd say $600 or less. Not sure about the coil config.

Here's some info from the box:

2.5" aluminium voice coil former
102 oz double stacked motor structure
500 watts RMS/1000 watts peak
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Also, how many watts do I need in an amp to run that sub well?
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The box should also have the info on voice coil setup......2 sets of connectors on the sub or only 1?
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Originally Posted by BigRedGuy
The box should also have the info on voice coil setup......2 sets of connectors on the sub or only 1?
One the sub box? 1 set
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dual voice coil sub or single voice coil and ohms is what people need
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