SQ Build Part List Review
12-10-2010, 07:29 PM
#11
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Looks like good choices to me. I prefer the idea of sticking to one brand of amplifier for cosmetic reasons though.
Have you considered ARC amps? I made the switch from JL amps to ARC amps and was happy with the results.
Whay about using a 6 channel amp to cover all your mid and hi's? Might be an easy way to save a few dollars. You could even add some of the saved money to pick up an external prosessor. The more control you have the better.
Have you considered ARC amps? I made the switch from JL amps to ARC amps and was happy with the results.
Whay about using a 6 channel amp to cover all your mid and hi's? Might be an easy way to save a few dollars. You could even add some of the saved money to pick up an external prosessor. The more control you have the better.
12-10-2010, 08:42 PM
#12
JL is VERY expensive for what it is. Don't get me wrong, they are awesome, but sadly overpriced for what the rest of the market has to offer. The Soundstream amp specs may be a little off of what they say and if you ask Luke99, he will give you his experience with them (not good).
Fozzz is very correct when he infers that ARC kicks ***! They are winning many sound competitions. their pricing is more in tune with market conditions as well.
Sticking with one name brand and style of amp will make it look more uniformed and you'll get more praise for that than you would by using JL slash series amps.
My $.02
Fozzz is very correct when he infers that ARC kicks ***! They are winning many sound competitions. their pricing is more in tune with market conditions as well.
Sticking with one name brand and style of amp will make it look more uniformed and you'll get more praise for that than you would by using JL slash series amps.
My $.02
12-10-2010, 08:48 PM
#13
250 watts per channel is way more power than you need. I'm all for having lots of power, but there is a point where you have more than is required. I have about 100 watts per channel on my mids, and I'm not even using the power I have.
The Hybrid gear is great stuff, so please don't kill it.
The Hybrid gear is great stuff, so please don't kill it.
12-10-2010, 09:13 PM
#15
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250 watts per channel is way more power than you need. I'm all for having lots of power, but there is a point where you have more than is required. I have about 100 watts per channel on my mids, and I'm not even using the power I have.
The Hybrid gear is great stuff, so please don't kill it.
The Hybrid gear is great stuff, so please don't kill it.
I also think that JL is very overpriced, but they are quality equipment. I will look into ARC Audio, I know that they are amazing when it comes to sound quality. Maybe I can change the 300/4 to an ARC Audio Amp.
12-10-2010, 09:30 PM
#16
just because a guy put an amp on that is rated for 300watts doesn't mean the speakers were seeing 300 watts.
your install is going to make more of a difference in the response than power will most likely.
i'd take fozzz's advice
his car is ridiculously good.
if you are looking for a 6 channel check out a Leviathan, awesome amps.
finding yourself a 6 channel will make your install easier, less money most likely, and you can put that towards some kind of processing, as said above
personally i haven't jumped on the arc bandwagon yet...its nice but nothing spectacular for the money i find. the hybrid gear is awesome though.
your install is going to make more of a difference in the response than power will most likely.
i'd take fozzz's advice
his car is ridiculously good.if you are looking for a 6 channel check out a Leviathan, awesome amps.
finding yourself a 6 channel will make your install easier, less money most likely, and you can put that towards some kind of processing, as said above
personally i haven't jumped on the arc bandwagon yet...its nice but nothing spectacular for the money i find. the hybrid gear is awesome though.
12-10-2010, 09:38 PM
#17
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just because a guy put an amp on that is rated for 300watts doesn't mean the speakers were seeing 300 watts.
your install is going to make more of a difference in the response than power will most likely.
i'd take fozzz's advice his car is ridiculously good.
if you are looking for a 6 channel check out a Leviathan, awesome amps.
finding yourself a 6 channel will make your install easier, less money most likely, and you can put that towards some kind of processing, as said above
personally i haven't jumped on the arc bandwagon yet...its nice but nothing spectacular for the money i find. the hybrid gear is awesome though.
your install is going to make more of a difference in the response than power will most likely.
i'd take fozzz's advice
his car is ridiculously good.if you are looking for a 6 channel check out a Leviathan, awesome amps.
finding yourself a 6 channel will make your install easier, less money most likely, and you can put that towards some kind of processing, as said above
personally i haven't jumped on the arc bandwagon yet...its nice but nothing spectacular for the money i find. the hybrid gear is awesome though.
12-10-2010, 11:52 PM
#18
Btw the Arc KS900.6 gets my vote for six channel. Use one 900.6 for your fronts and Arc BX1000 for your sub. Why pay for the JL name, trust me, they are a clean amp, with no *****!!!!!!!
If you want ^^^ theses amps contact Donald at Central Station Customs in QC - www.centralstationcustoms.com
Last edited by avidedtr; 12-11-2010 at 08:00 PM.
12-11-2010, 07:33 AM
#19
I understand your desire for power. I'm using over 400 watts for each of my Hybrid mid bass drivers. In my case I'm using the SE series amplifiers. I don't know if they are in your budget, but they are great amplifiers. From the KS line, I would suggest using the 900.6 already mentioned or two 300.4 amplifiers. This will give you the power you want and not kill your budget.
I've never been a fan of using rear speakers in a system designed for stereo. I find it more often than not, takes away from the sound of the car. If you do stick with rears please make sure to either have a processor that allows you to control them or wire them L -R and R-L. This will help them integrate into you system better. You will still need to use TA, but the end result will be much better than just running them in stereo.
I've never been a fan of using rear speakers in a system designed for stereo. I find it more often than not, takes away from the sound of the car. If you do stick with rears please make sure to either have a processor that allows you to control them or wire them L -R and R-L. This will help them integrate into you system better. You will still need to use TA, but the end result will be much better than just running them in stereo.
12-11-2010, 01:07 PM
#20
And on a side note the new ks stuff is rediculously small... i mean last years stuff was small but this years is even smaller... a 300.4 is barely bigger than my H701 processor lol.
