Will this amplifer work??

Discussion in 'Car Stereo Amplifiers' started by brydz123, Jan 13, 2011.

  1. brydz123

    brydz123 New Member

    ok i have 3 Alpine type r 1242 Subwoofers which are rated 500w rms each
    i also have a Kenwood KAC-9105D monoblock amp which is 900w rms @ 2ohms
    would this amplifier allow my subwoofers to reach there potential or should i be looking at a 1500w rms amplifier?? and if so what amplifier??

    thanks heaps guys
     
  2. TheViking

    TheViking Well-Known Member

    Enclosure design is what determines a woofers maximum power handling. But yes, that amp should do a fine job. the difference between 900 watts and 1500 watts on the grand scheme of things is about 3 decibals
     
  3. brydz123

    brydz123 New Member

    Thanks heaps

    Do you think a sealed or ported will be a better option??
    i listen to rnb,rap,house??
     
  4. tommy2tone

    tommy2tone Full Member

    Ported,definitely.I'm sure if you need help designing a box,somebody will help you.You will need to tell us what kind of car you drive and the max dimensions for a box.Just make sure you can fit the box through the opening of your trunk.Some guys use cardboard to use as a dummy box.
     
  5. connerray2010

    connerray2010 Full Member

    im about to be pushing 2 12" l5s 600 wrms with a crapy but good 1000 watt max amp. as long as your gains are set proper . go to the 4-5 pages of "Here are my amp choices" down twords the middle of the home page and it will tell u how to set the gain properly.