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Powering a 3000watt sub at 1ohm, help plz!

Discussion in 'Car Stereo Amplifiers' started by Esprit, Jun 16, 2008.

  1. Esprit

    Esprit New Member

    I have this sub:

    Audiobahn 1208Q 12” Subwoofer
    12" 1500 WATTS RMS POWER, 3000 watts max
    DUAL 2 OHM VOICE COIL NE
    1/4 OHM OPERATION

    Should I power it at 1ohm or 4ohm? Id rather just buy a monoblock amp to power it at 1ohm. Is this a good idea?

    What WATTAGE do I need from a monoblock amp? Specs on amps dont list what RMS power is at 1ohm, so Im confused.

    For example, would this amp power it:
    http://www.bossaudio.com/main/817
     
    Esprit, Jun 16, 2008
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  2. jonnyv713

    jonnyv713 The Young Gun of CAT

    that amp is junk.
    save up your money and buy a good name brand amp and build a nice enclosure.
     
    jonnyv713, Jun 16, 2008
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  3. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    Welcome to caraudiotalk!

    First thing we'll have to know is what your budget is for an amp?

    Don't get a Boss amp, it's real crapola. it doesn't put out rated power.

    also, what kind of car are you putting this in? what kind gauge wiring will you be using?
     
    cccullen, Jun 16, 2008
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  4. jonnyv713

    jonnyv713 The Young Gun of CAT

    jonnyv713, Jun 16, 2008
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