what size amp do i need

Discussion in 'Car Stereo Amplifiers' started by mrswagger316, Jul 11, 2010.

  1. mrswagger316

    mrswagger316 New Member

    ok so im getting 2 kicker cvt's 12s for my truck and not sure what size amp would need to push both of those. it says they peak at 800 and rms 400

    just not sure if would need 2 channel amp or mono and what size i need
     
  2. pedro quiroga

    pedro quiroga Well-Known Member

    is that 400 each or total power handling?

    if each, then get a decent amp that can do up to 800 watts rms. either 400 x2 or 800 x 1.

    what will the final impedance be? that means ohms BTW if you didnt know.
     
  3. mrswagger316

    mrswagger316 New Member

    yeah there each one is 400 rms

    and im probly getting 2 ohms subs.
    and whats the difference between 2 and 4 ohms i know the higher the ohms the more power it takes to push it but does it rly matter which one or is there a sound quality difference between them?
     
  4. pedro quiroga

    pedro quiroga Well-Known Member

    no diff in sound just diff wiring options to better suit what ever amp you buy.