Mono Amp question!
mirra540ryder
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What's the best way to hook up 2 subs to a Mono Amp?
2 Polk Momo 15s SVC
Profile AP1000M AMP
2 Polk Momo 15s SVC
Profile AP1000M AMP
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hello guys
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In parallel.
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i believe the manual for those subs have recommended wiring diagrams. heres the link
http://www.polkaudio.com/downloads/manuals/car/MM_2_Subs_Manual.pdf
Mac's recommendation is on the top of page 4. I think parallel is about all you can do since they're svc. With the amp you're using you'll be getting 250 watts per sub, so they'll both be under powered. if you can get something that has 800-1000 watts at a 2 ohm load, you'll be better off. unless you'd be willing to get 2 amps. -
im getting another amp or selling it all and doing a upgrade to the sr 12's. when i hooked up the subs to the amp it diddnt really get that loud it sounded iight i guess not 220 dollers good and it began to destort at low levels any thoughts?
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well that amp isn't giving the subs enough power. you're only giving each sub 250watts. they're rated for 400 and can handle even more than that. I haven't heard the 15" momo, but the 12" sound great. I'm sure if they're given the proper power range they will sound much better. In either case, the upgrade to the sr124 sounds pretty good also. I'm doing the same thing
if you can get a hold of a mono amp that gives between 700-1000 watts at 2 ohms, that would work well with those two subs. If there are any generous car audio shops in your area, they might let you test the subs on one of their demo amps and u can see if it sounds any different. if it does, then you know what the problem is. Two of these subs should provide plenty of bass. -
i like this amp http://www.cardomain.com/item/MTXTA81001 i think it would be good for these subs and then if i wanted new subs it will push what ever i want:o
http://www.cardomain.com/item/JBLGTO12011II maybe that it looks good to -
Yes, that's a good amp... quite nice, actually. If you're gonna use that to drive both momo's, make sure you're careful with the bass gain.
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besides my sub is only getting about a half inch cone throw or less its gotta be the amp i went into this thinking i can get away with a cheap amp and 200 doller subs i really wanna pound i guess its a learner not to rush into audio
