OK Quick update to those who actually care about this thing. I managed to install the Boston today and got everything wired up except for the sub. Just want to verify the internal wiring, but the amp gain is already set to 300W by DMM so all I'll have to do it pop the sub box back in there and wire it up. Connections are pretty simple on this amp, provided you have a set of allen wrenches. Turns out the clearance on my bit set wasn't deep enough to bite onto the power or the speaker connections, so you will have to use hex wrenches. For those who buy new, it's included. But if you're like me and got the refurb, plan to provide one of your own (guess that's where the 5-dollar difference comes from. Additionally, you will need a female quick disconnect to attach the remote turnon lead. Looks like this (photo courtesy of SE):
Btw, that package of quick disconnects I displayed was 5 bucks for 100-count. Great for shops *hint hint and shameless plug*
Anywho, back on track. The largest power wire this thing is going to accept is 4 gauge. I used the 4ga Silver-tinned OFC from AudioTechnix and found it both extremely flexible and easy to work with. Installation would be much easier if you had a little solder and tinned the tips to keep them from fraying off, but I didn't have a soldering iron at my disposal. I'm starting to learn it's an invaluable tool. Anyway, I ended up twisting the strands as tight as I could and then kinda "screwing" the wire in to the terminal to keep from having any issues with fraying. The end result was clean enough for my tastes (though it won't translate on photos; I haven't secured down my distribution blocks).
Once I got the battery reconnected and juiced up the amps for gain adjustment, I learned the Boston has GOBS of power on tap. I would go so far as to say it's overrated, but would rather wait until I have an oscilloscope to confirm the max unclipped output. Like I mentioned before, I simply dialed in for an end result of 300W at 2ohms since that keeps me well in line to what I feel comfortable feeding my ID10.
Listening tests and photos will follow. I, unfortunately, did not get to take photos because I took the 60D down without the memory card. I owe you guys a walkaround, though, so stay tuned.
