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Old 06-23-2008, 04:17 PM   #1 (permalink)
Unhappy amp at 2 ohms sub at 4 ohms
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hey guys im kinda new to this stuff but i need help. i got a kenwood KAC-7201 amp at 800 Watts and im 99% it does 2 OHMS. and i also have a JBL GT-120 that runs at 4 OHMS. now, do i need to get another sub or can i run the 4 OHMS sub on the 2 OHMS Amp?
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Old 06-23-2008, 04:51 PM   #2 (permalink)
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the amp does 4ohm also all of them do just check the power it does at 4ohm and what your sub requires
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yeah you dont have to worry about the impedance being higher then the amp is rated for. It when you get lower that things can start to get ugly
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Old 06-23-2008, 05:07 PM   #4 (permalink)
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thanks man i just looked at the owners manual i get it now thx
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haha i love this forum u get answers really fast thanks alot guys
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Old 06-23-2008, 05:42 PM   #6 (permalink)
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02 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT

SPEAKERS: -6 1/2" component from energy still to come concidering alternatives
-2x Massive audio CW12 in 4.2cf dual chamber square ported at ~35hz

Amps: -DD SS1
-KAC-745

Upgrades: -160 amp alt. maybe
-4 gauge wiring (done)
-0 gauge BIG 3 (done)
-sound deadning the shit out of the van somewhat not done yet
?????????
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