Recent content by JohnnyStep

If class A/B amps aren't as efficient as class D and generate more heat, is it really a good idea to bridge 2 channels on a 4 channel A/B amp for a sub?? It is possible that the extra heat/stress generated in that situation may open the door for problems? Let's say an MTX Thunder 1004.4 driving...

It's possible. I saw in another thread that someone said they didn't trust the new Soundstream lines. --Johnny

I was talking to a guy at work today, and he said stay away from Soundstream 'cuz they tend to crap out. His recommendations, in order of preference, were: MTX Infinity Kicker HiFonics I saw a brand new (NOT refurbed) MTX Thunder 1004 4ch on eBay for $310. It's more than I wanted to spend...

Let's say $300 or less. --Johnny

Not to hijack the thread or anything, but... Sungwei said his friend was looking for equipment on a budget. I'm in the same boat right now, and the one thing I'm having the hardest time deciding on is, of course, the amplifier. What are your top picks for clean power on a budget? I need about...

I went to Best Buy and Circuit City on my lunch break to check out the equipment and reception. Best Buy was a complete waste of time. They didn't have the stuff hooked up correctly for a decent demo, but the dude did say that he thought XM was better. Circuit City actually had their act...

OK, I was poking around on eBay last night, and found a few amps that looked good for my application. Soundstream Xstream XTA720.4 Soundstream EGA1000.4X HiFonics Nemesis NX880 If you guys had to make the choice, which one would you pick and why? --Johnny

I'm considering subscribing to Sirius satellite radio, but I've read a few reviews on the internet where people have said the sound quality is poor. The hardware I'm considering is the Clarion SIRPNP unit with a car docking station. I would be connecting the line level output directly to the...

Thanks for the advice, guys. I'd like to spend $250 or less (not including shipping) on an amp, but I don't know how realistic that is. Seems like car audio components are MUCH MUCH more expensive than home audio. I saw a factory refurbed Rockford Fosgate 801X on eBay for $265.00, and have known...

Hello everyone. Enough is enough. I'm tired of having a crappy stock stereo. I've currently got a '94 Toyota Camry coupe with a cheap AIWA head unit and stock everything else. I want to put together something that will sound decent, but not break the bank. I listen to dance/techno music at...