600 rms 2 0hm amp ... what is it when you run two amps?

kenstewart
kenstewart Posts: 139
edited March 2006 in Car Subwoofer Talk
Ok, I purchased an additional Image Dynamics 8" sub (so two subs at 300rms dvc 2 ohms). Trying to decide between a couple of amps.

http://www.mtxaudio.com/caraudio/products/amplifiers/mxa6001.cfm

- or -

http://www.mtxaudio.com/caraudio/products/amplifiers/mxa4001.cfm

Impedance will be 2 ohms, but what does a 600x1 rms amp produce w/two subs? Does it split the 600 to 300 each?
Eclipse CD8445 HU
Image Dynamics CXS54 Chameleons component setup
Two 8" Image Dynamics ID8D2v.3 subs
MTX MXA6001 amp for subs
MTX MXA3002 2-channel amp for comps
Accumat and Peel-n-Seal
Stinger and Knukoncpetz wiring
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  • CrBoy
    CrBoy Posts: 580
    edited March 2006
    the MXA6001 will give 300rms to each sub, in your case it will be a perfect match (MTX is known for being underrated so each sub will get a lil more than 300 rms).
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  • neomagus00
    neomagus00 Posts: 3,899
    edited March 2006
    agreed, that amp is quite respectable
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  • kenstewart
    kenstewart Posts: 139
    edited March 2006
    Thanks Cr ... I've heard a lot that MTX underrates their amps by a bit so do you think I'd be well served by going with the MXA4001? It's about $60 cheaper.
    Eclipse CD8445 HU
    Image Dynamics CXS54 Chameleons component setup
    Two 8" Image Dynamics ID8D2v.3 subs
    MTX MXA6001 amp for subs
    MTX MXA3002 2-channel amp for comps
    Accumat and Peel-n-Seal
    Stinger and Knukoncpetz wiring
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  • CrBoy
    CrBoy Posts: 580
    edited March 2006
    the MXA4001 should put out about 450ish rms bridged... I think the extra $60 are well worth it... remember: do it right, do it once!!! :)
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  • kenstewart
    kenstewart Posts: 139
    edited March 2006
    So true ... ty again for the advice, I'll stick with the MXA6001.
    Eclipse CD8445 HU
    Image Dynamics CXS54 Chameleons component setup
    Two 8" Image Dynamics ID8D2v.3 subs
    MTX MXA6001 amp for subs
    MTX MXA3002 2-channel amp for comps
    Accumat and Peel-n-Seal
    Stinger and Knukoncpetz wiring
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  • CrBoy
    CrBoy Posts: 580
    edited March 2006
    any time bud... BTW I read the other thread and you end up with a sweet set up, enjoy it!!!! ;)
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  • MacLeod
    MacLeod Posts: 14,358
    edited March 2006
    MTX are excellent amps. Built like a tank and putting out tons of clean power.
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  • 1996blackmax
    1996blackmax Posts: 2,436
    edited March 2006
    I had some for a little while. Strong and clean power, underrated as well.
    Alpine: CDA-7949
    Alpine: PXA-H600
    Alpine: CHA-S624, KCA-420i, KCA-410C
    Rainbow: CS 265 Profi Phase Plug / SL 165
    ARC Audio: 4150-XXK / 1500v1-XXK
    JL Audio: 10W6v2 (x2)
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  • MacLeod
    MacLeod Posts: 14,358
    edited March 2006
    Most competition level amps are underrated. MTX, Crossfire are and PPI is obscenely underrated! Ive seen tests done on these monsters and theyre putting out nearly double what theyre rated! Ill stick with Crossfire for now tho. They make plenty of different models and theyre all extremely powerful and well built. Ive shorted mine out more times than I can count and have never had a problem with them.
    polkaudio sound quality competitor since 2005
    MECA SQ Rookie of the Year 06 ~ MECA State Champ 06,07,08,11 ~ MECA World Finals 2nd place 06,07,08,09
    08 Car Audio Nationals 1st ~ 07 N Georgia Nationals 1st ~ 06 Carl Casper Nationals 1st ~ USACi 05 Southeast AutumnFest 1st

    polkaudio SR6500 --- polkaudio MM1040 x2 -- Pioneer P99 -- Rockford Fosgate P1000X5D
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  • 1996blackmax
    1996blackmax Posts: 2,436
    edited March 2006
    I would still be more careful. I know my Arc amps could stand that abuse, but I would still try my best to avoid tha.
    Alpine: CDA-7949
    Alpine: PXA-H600
    Alpine: CHA-S624, KCA-420i, KCA-410C
    Rainbow: CS 265 Profi Phase Plug / SL 165
    ARC Audio: 4150-XXK / 1500v1-XXK
    JL Audio: 10W6v2 (x2)
    KnuKonceptz
    Second Skin
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  • 1996blackmax
    1996blackmax Posts: 2,436
    edited March 2006
    Hey, maybe you are just trying to get new amps. Too bad your amps are not letting you let them go :D. Little tanks man.
    Alpine: CDA-7949
    Alpine: PXA-H600
    Alpine: CHA-S624, KCA-420i, KCA-410C
    Rainbow: CS 265 Profi Phase Plug / SL 165
    ARC Audio: 4150-XXK / 1500v1-XXK
    JL Audio: 10W6v2 (x2)
    KnuKonceptz
    Second Skin
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  • MacLeod
    MacLeod Posts: 14,358
    edited March 2006
    No, Im just lazy and have no patience. I dont feel like unhooking the battery cable everytime I want to experiment with polarity or tighten down the power and ground screws some. Ive arced out against the heat shield before so big that it left a scorch mark! Amp kept on a singing! So let this be a lesson to you all, NEVER let me anywhere near your gear with a screwdriver!
    polkaudio sound quality competitor since 2005
    MECA SQ Rookie of the Year 06 ~ MECA State Champ 06,07,08,11 ~ MECA World Finals 2nd place 06,07,08,09
    08 Car Audio Nationals 1st ~ 07 N Georgia Nationals 1st ~ 06 Carl Casper Nationals 1st ~ USACi 05 Southeast AutumnFest 1st

    polkaudio SR6500 --- polkaudio MM1040 x2 -- Pioneer P99 -- Rockford Fosgate P1000X5D
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  • kenstewart
    kenstewart Posts: 139
    edited March 2006
    lmao ... point taken, Mac doesn't hook up my gear :) I'm just real cautious which is why I ask so many questions because I worry about shorting or arcing something and **** up my truck.
    Eclipse CD8445 HU
    Image Dynamics CXS54 Chameleons component setup
    Two 8" Image Dynamics ID8D2v.3 subs
    MTX MXA6001 amp for subs
    MTX MXA3002 2-channel amp for comps
    Accumat and Peel-n-Seal
    Stinger and Knukoncpetz wiring
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