http://www.cardiscountstereos.com/catalog%20page.asp?Product+%23=HK1398

Anyone know if this amp will run 1ohm stable or not? I know the site says 2ohm but I'm wondering as I can get a good deal on one atm and need a new amp asap.

Lemme know!

 

Most likely not because it is 1 ohm stable per channel. The max power is given bridged which means the impedance would be twice the channel impedance so 2 ohms min in to a bridged configuration.

 

I've run my HK204 at 1ohm mono on the rear channels....the HK series is supposed to be stable that low, however I did notice a hefty current draw at that point.

Begs the question tho......if you have a 1ohm load to drive and it happens to be 2 2 ohm loads, get 2 of the amps and run 1 to each coil or driver......

Barring that, keep a close eye on the gains and check the amp for heat the first time you try it......

 

Yeah, I don't feel like tryin to find a second similar amp. Be easier just to change the subs up so I have a 2ohm config. Maybe I'll give it a test run, it is my buddies amp so I'm sure I can try it for a day or 2.

 

If you try running his amp at 1 ohm when it isn't 1 ohm stable, you could fry the amp.

 

I realize that ^^ I can figure out if its safe or not haha

 

Lol. Install it when hes not there. If it frys, tell him it wouldn't work at all.

 

HAHA yea...too bad its currently installed in his car.

 

Figured out that it will work for me. Just different config. 2 12" Dual 4 subs, make 1 ohm final for ONE channel, well Imma run it 2ohm x 2 channels. 600rms /channel will work great.

 

awesome.