Mono Block Amp Question
11-05-2007, 02:45 PM
#21
11-05-2007, 03:45 PM
#22
and yes, i need a forum etiquette guide.
11-05-2007, 05:32 PM
#24
so he should run his amp at 2 ohm b/c its better?
It is not about ohm load, it is all about the draw. Just b/c your amps efficiency drops dramatically doesnt mean it applies to all class D amps, it only speaks for the amp u are using. I know i would not want to use an amp that does same power at 1 or 2 ohm while drawing more current and being less efficient at 1 ohm than 2, what is the point of an amp like that?
Matt can get a normal 1 ohm stable 600 watt amp and he will be just fine like the other 99.8% of people out there.
It is not about ohm load, it is all about the draw. Just b/c your amps efficiency drops dramatically doesnt mean it applies to all class D amps, it only speaks for the amp u are using. I know i would not want to use an amp that does same power at 1 or 2 ohm while drawing more current and being less efficient at 1 ohm than 2, what is the point of an amp like that?
Matt can get a normal 1 ohm stable 600 watt amp and he will be just fine like the other 99.8% of people out there.
Last edited by Prolifik; 11-05-2007 at 05:37 PM.
11-05-2007, 05:48 PM
#25
It is more important to see if the damping factor is lower than 25 at 1 ohm for sound quality. And I specified that. I suggest Matt pays attention to that more, as he really has no choice in load differences anyways, as he already has the subs.
As far as efficiency goes under 1 or 2 ohm loads, there is no way 1 ohm load is equally efficient percentage-wise, as any amp at 1 ohm will work harder, therefore creating more heat, therefore giving up efficiency. Simple physics.
As far as efficiency goes under 1 or 2 ohm loads, there is no way 1 ohm load is equally efficient percentage-wise, as any amp at 1 ohm will work harder, therefore creating more heat, therefore giving up efficiency. Simple physics.
Last edited by Sasha; 11-05-2007 at 05:53 PM.
11-05-2007, 09:02 PM
#27
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Well as of right now I'm SUPER confused. So what your saying is that... well I'm just going to be honest I don't really know what your saying. But basically any Amp that can put out 500w RMS at 1 or 2 ohms will work just fine for me?
11-05-2007, 09:27 PM
#28
Ok, Matt! I think this is what you might want to go with, and I dont think I will get much apposition for suggesting the following:1. Look for a 1-channel amp(monoblock Class D)
2. Amp must be able to work at 1 ohm (i.e. 1 ohm stable)
3. It would be nice to have the amp produce up to 1000 watts rms at 1 ohm(p.s same amp would produce less at 2 ohms and even less at 4 ohms)
4. If amplifier manufacturer tells you the damping factor, go for the one, which is rated at least 100(look for the info on the specifications sheet)
5. Go for a reputable brand name. Here is a list you may find usefull
http://forum.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/34579/329117.html
11-06-2007, 12:23 AM
#30
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now if i'm not mistaken if i were to look for a mono block amp that is capable of connecting 2 subs with to connections on the out side wouldn't that give me more options? b/c then i can run the subs at 2ohms and still get the same out of the subs?
