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Are there amps that run reliably (not scalding) bridged?
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<blockquote data-quote="dB-r" data-source="post: 8107188" data-attributes="member: 574699"><p>If it's powering a subwoofer you really should consider going to a Class D mono amplifier. Class AB amps just aren't meant to work with low ohm loads very well, despite what any of their specs say, new or old, they won't touch the efficiency of a Class D, and will always run hot bridged on subwoofers. Only thing you can do is wire the ohm load up higher and use an amp that's rated twice the power you need so you still get the power you need, or lots of fans. Even with fans will get hot eventually if you run it hard enough.</p><p></p><p>Nothing wrong with a Class D amp, even for full range use. Just be sure to buy a decent one.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="dB-r, post: 8107188, member: 574699"] If it's powering a subwoofer you really should consider going to a Class D mono amplifier. Class AB amps just aren't meant to work with low ohm loads very well, despite what any of their specs say, new or old, they won't touch the efficiency of a Class D, and will always run hot bridged on subwoofers. Only thing you can do is wire the ohm load up higher and use an amp that's rated twice the power you need so you still get the power you need, or lots of fans. Even with fans will get hot eventually if you run it hard enough. Nothing wrong with a Class D amp, even for full range use. Just be sure to buy a decent one. [/QUOTE]
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