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Old 04-30-2013, 09:08 PM
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Hey guys, as of right now I am using a 1100w monoblock boss amp, and 2 10" kenwood subs in a 2sub box. I'm looking for a little bit more bang. Could I get a single enclosure for another 10" sub and just have it up front with me? Or would the rhythm be off?
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There are a lot of variables. There is the possibility that the front sub could cancel out sound waves from the rear, but wouldn't hurt to experiment.
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A custom built box will do wonders. Can quadrupole output made correctly.
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To have 3 subs would require an amplifier capable of running 1 ohm mono, assuming you have 4 ohm subs. And even though having the correct box for the subs will make a big difference. Instead of adding a 3rd sub, you should consider getting a higher quality amp. that will make a huge difference, cause you are not getting a true 1100watts now...
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Originally Posted by cltgt
To have 3 subs would require an amplifier capable of running 1 ohm mono, assuming you have 4 ohm subs. And even though having the correct box for the subs will make a big difference. Instead of adding a 3rd sub, you should consider getting a higher quality amp. that will make a huge difference, cause you are not getting a true 1100watts now...
Yes. The BOSS brand is really low quality and not at the watts they state. Stick your money into a better amp and you will be happy.
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Random info: I'm running two 4ohm dvc 12s on my boss cx750 at 1ohm and it flexes the roof on my civic lol If someone turns the volume too high it just blows the fuse, not the amp.
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Then you are lucky cause that amp isn't even rated to run at 1 ohm...
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Random info: I'm running two 4ohm dvc 12s on my boss cx750 at 1ohm and it flexes the roof on my civic lol If someone turns the volume too high it just blows the fuse, not the amp.
The day that fuse doesn't blow and your car burns down it won't be funny. You likely do not have it wired correctly either since that amp is rated for 2 channels at 4ohm. Doesn't say it can be bridged.
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lol you guys are funny.. been wired that way since last august, blown the fuse once, not my fault. I'm completely aware of how I have my setup wired. No way for the amp to get hurt with the proper fuse. Knowledge of electrical wiring is awesome. The recommended impedance for the amp bridged is 4ohm. The recommended impedance for each channel is 2ohm. Shows that while somethings are overrated, others can be underrated. That's why I informed you guys of the cheap boss amp's ability. Pretty much every single 2 channel amp you can find is bridgeable these days including mine, I've owned it for several years now.

I'd pay to see someone burn down a car with an amp.. pretty much impossible, but my friend has had to rip out a capacitor and throw it out while drive before lol

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Far fom impossible. Do not give out that information. Amps and capacitors or anything audio or aftermarket electrical can cause a fire.

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