? sub amp upgrade for SRT's

brody05
brody05 Posts: 329
edited November 2008 in Subwoofer Hookup & Bass Management
Hi guys,

Who can recomend sub amp upgrades for SRT's that can be used in 240v in New Zealand.

This means the power cord will need to be removable and able to be switched from 110 to 220-240v.

Would be happy for it to be a high powered 2 channel amp that runs them both or plate type amps that can be put into the back of the subs themselves.

I know there are a lot of brands over there we dont really get to hear a lot about and although it has been a while since I have been an active member of club polk (started a family and took on management role at work - everything else got put on the back burner) I know you guys have a lot of knowledge and have helped out so much in the past.

Wanting to get back into it and have a bit of a mix up with the system.

There is a sunfire cinema grand 200w x 5 over here but it has a hum in the rear channel that makes me think twice about purchasing (and I am not even sure if they can be bridged)

Thanks

Brody
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited September 2008
    I would stay away from the sunfire for the srt's
    Just an idea
    http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/pshowdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=300-810&ctab=6#Tabs
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited September 2008
    Outlaw audio has a nice mono amp suitable for the SRT subs.
    http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/2200.html

    Emotiva also has a very nice amplifier that is also suitable for the SRT subs.
    http://www.emotiva.com/xpa2.html

    Check to see if they're available for your voltage requirements.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited September 2008
    ESAVINON wrote: »
    Outlaw audio has a nice mono amp suitable for the SRT subs.
    http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/2200.html

    Emotiva also has a very nice amplifier that is also suitable for the SRT subs.
    http://www.emotiva.com/xpa2.html

    Check to see if they're available for your voltage requirements.

    E is the man when it comes to SRT's;)
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • brody05
    brody05 Posts: 329
    edited September 2008
    Thanks for the tips, all brands I am not that familiar with, certainly like the look of the emotiva (apart from all the lights that is), I was thinking about a Verastarr but doubt the mrs will let me spend that much.

    Has anyone the emotiva for SRT subs and if so is there much gain with them. I have been using NAD 218 in mono to run sub and have been very impressed, it has alas been sent away for repair and I am wondering if the load is too much for it as I bypassed the srt control unit using a custom made one that doesn't have a low pass filter in it.

    Thanks again for your advice.
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited September 2008
    Emotiva amps have low gain.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • brody05
    brody05 Posts: 329
    edited September 2008
    sorry, should have been clearer, by gain I meant better performance vs the standard 300watt amps the SRT subs have.
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited September 2008
    The nad 218 thx amp is well suited for the srt subs.
    I had both the 208 and the 218 powering my srt at one time.
    My nad amplifiers are in storage now.

    The emotiva amps are extremely quiet. They're neutral. not analytical.
    They add nothing to the sound. They don't sound warm and laid back like the 218.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • brody05
    brody05 Posts: 329
    edited September 2008
    wow, two great amps in storage, wish I had those problems.........

    Agree, the 218 is such a great amp, if I could find a second one I would take that option, a pity NAD dropped that level from the range.

    I used to have a lot of freedom on the HT system but now that I am married, morgaged and have a baby it is hard to get the upgrades I am wanting but certainly miss having a play around. Still begging the mrs for the verastarr so will see how that pans out but I am not holding my breath on that one.

    thanks again for the help and idea's. That emotive amp certainly has some impressive specs for a great price. I guess you can get away with a bit less finese with the subs.
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  • brody05
    brody05 Posts: 329
    edited September 2008
    anyone heard of this amp?

    ATI brand amp AT1202?

    If so does it have a very good reputation?

    Thanks
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  • brody05
    brody05 Posts: 329
    edited November 2008
    Well, the mrs let me get the verastarr 6.4, should be here monday.:D

    I am as excited as a schoolboy in a candy store, can't wait to fire the SRTs up running the subs, sda and stereo arrays out of the 6 channels.

    Thanks for the advice, still really liked the look of a couple of them but the 6 channels makes it too easy to 'fit' my needs and I have read some pretty good stuff about the quality of them not to mention how great they sound.

    Sold the 218 though, sorry to see it go, one of the best amps I have had the pleasure of owning to be honest.
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