Amp For 2 JL W6 Subs???

rush24 · Postby **rush24** » Tue Nov 03, 2009 9:14

I need some recommendations for an amp to run 2 JL W6 Subs.... Here are the specs... In addition....any suggestions for a HU and speaker setup....I plan on gutting the Bose system..... Thanks for the suggestions:lol:

[B]12" 800W Dual 4-Ohm Subwoofer[/B]
Technical Specification

* Sensitivity: 85.9 dB
* RMS Power Range : 400 Watts
* Peak Power Handling: 800 Watts
* Impedance: Dual 4 Ohm
* Diameter: 12 Inch

Features

* Nominal Diameter: 12 inches (300 mm)
* Continuous Power Handling: 400 Watts
* Voice Coil: 2.75" diameter, 4-layer, Kapton former
* Dual 4 ohm
* Xmax (one-way, linear): 0.65" (16.5 mm)
* Sealed Enclosure Range: 0.90-1.50 cu.ft. (25.0-42.0 liters)
* Ported Enclosure Range: 1.25-1.75 cu.ft. (35.4-49.5 liters)
* VRCT Technology
* W-ConeT Technology
* Elevated Frame Technology
* Floating Cone Attach Technology
* NeckVentT Technology
* Priced per speaker

Eclipse · Postby **Eclipse** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

i ran a 500.1 to my 2 12" W6V2's, plenty of power for both

Fly boy · Postby **Fly boy** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

OCD wrote:i ran a 500.1 to my 2 12" W6V2's, plenty of power for both

Thats it???

I am running a Sundown 1000D amp for a single 10W3. Its a [font="Comic Sans MS"]little[/font] over kill, but its turned down.

Operator · Postby **Operator** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

The big slice of info that's needed is budget. I can tell you to get some TRU amps, but if you don't have the funds, it's no use. Same goes for HU and speakers. Let me know.

rush24 · Postby **rush24** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

Price is not the biggest issue..I guess under $600 that will push the subs good.....I'm not looking for a competition type system....I just like the sound of the W6.....As far a the HU.....best deal under $600....

Postby **RX-7 Chris** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

I would look into an Alpine HU and maybe an Alpine or JL amp (digital) so it takes up less space.

rush24 · Postby **rush24** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

RX-7 Chris wrote:I would look into an Alpine HU and maybe an Alpine or JL amp (digital) so it takes up less space.

I was thinking of a DVD HU.....I've been looking at some Pioneer, JVC, and Soundstream units also.... And for the Amp....I think JL would be a good choice....any model's in mind??

Postby **RX-7 Chris** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

A Pioneer HU would be ok, I would stay away from JVC or Soundstream
I would a assume double dn? maybe AVH-P4100DVD

For an amp maybe a Slash V2 500/1 I don't think you need anything larger

Operator · Postby **Operator** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

Well to get a legit DVD/NAV/MP3 Unit $600 might be pushing it. As for the amp: http://www.edesignaudio.com/product_info.php?cPath=1_22&products_id=44 it's only $195 now, but they don't ship till Jan, but it would allow you to push full rms to each sub.

This is avail, now: http://www.woofersetc.com/p5642/16PR11000--Memphis-Power-Reference-1000-Watt-Mono-Amplifier.htm

The issue is getting the most out of your amps with your sub configuration. You're looking at a 1-ohm or 4 ohm load. So getting an amp that will run 1-ohm stable is the key. And that Memphis above should work like a champ.

Operator · Postby **Operator** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

rush24 wrote:I was thinking of a DVD HU.....I've been looking at some Pioneer, JVC, and Soundstream units also.... And for the Amp....I think JL would be a good choice....any model's in mind??

Guess I should have asked in my above post. But, do you just want DVD capability or do you want Nav/Bluetooth/SD and USB slots?

And I know you said price isn't a big deal, but JL's are pricey amps and you can get quality for less. Unless you go used, like i did. I caught a big break on both my amps, but I doubt I would have got them a MSRP....... The amp I posted above would do you just fine. If you're ok with 300rms to each sub, this is also a good option: http://www.woofersetc.com/p5478/PDX1600--Alpine-1-Ch-600-Watt-Digital-Power-Amplifier.htm

Both suggestions less than a new JL.

rush24 · Postby **rush24** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 9:14

Operator wrote:Well to get a legit DVD/NAV/MP3 Unit $600 might be pushing it. As for the amp: http://www.edesignaudio.com/product_info.php?cPath=1_22&products_id=44 it's only $195 now, but they don't ship till Jan, but it would allow you to push full rms to each sub.

This is avail, now: http://www.woofersetc.com/p5642/16PR11000--Memphis-Power-Reference-1000-Watt-Mono-Amplifier.htm

The issue is getting the most out of your amps with your sub configuration. You're looking at a 1-ohm or 4 ohm load. So getting an amp that will run 1-ohm stable is the key. And that Memphis above should work like a champ.

Thanks for the amp info....That Memphis looks pretty good.....But I like the price of the other on too.....

As far as the HU.....I'm not super concerned with a NAV....just the ability to add on to the HU later if I want to.....

Amp For 2 JL W6 Subs???

Amp For 2 JL W6 Subs???

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