Clarion amp?

[Scoobydoo 5,000+ posts]

I have owned numerous Clarion Pro Audio decks and I really like them, but I have never owned a Clarion amplifier. I have owned JL, Soundstream, PPI, Orion and A/D/S amps and was wondering how the Clarions compare with them SQ wise?

The amp will be powering a set of A/D/S 236is 6.5" components. I would love to get another A/D/S to power them, but my budget is too low and they are extrememly hard to find anyway.

100 watts x 4 would be optimal, but again budget doesnt permit spending more than about $100 on an amp right now

The Clarion model I am looking at is the APX4240:

Features

MOSFET power supply

Built-in variable low-pass or high-pass crossovers

50-300 Hz crossover frequency

Line or speaker level inputs

2 ohms stereo/4 ohms mono stable

Gold-plated input and output terminals

GLIIC (Ground Loop Isolation Input Circuit) for noise rejection

Bass Extender 0, 6, 12 dB boost control at 50 Hz

CEA-2006 compliant specifications

Multi-Channel Amp Specifications

Amplifier Type: Multi-Channel

RMS Power @ 4 Ohms: 60W x 4 @ 14.4V

THD at 4-Ohm RMS Power:

Bridged RMS Power @ 4 Ohms: 180W x 2 @ 14.4V

Speaker Level Inputs: yes

Preamp Outputs: no

Built-In Crossovers: HP/LP

Bass Boost: 0, 6, 12 dB

Frequency Response: 20-30,000 Hz

Signal to Noise Ratio: >85 dB

Dimensions: 13 L x 10 7/8 W x 2 3/4 H

Basically it comes down to whether or not this amp be able to make my A/D/S speakers shine like they should?

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[mtxxx 10+ year member]

clarion is just like entery level... pioneer, sony,and jbl...they are ok nothing....nothing....compared to ads...but they are just fine for running high's

 

[Scoobydoo 5,000+ posts]

ok thanks for the replies, i figured they probably werent the greatest amps, but i wanted to match my deck in a way and at $105 shipped it seemed like a good choice

i am going to be running these through the a/d/s crossover so hopefully the final impedance is 4 ohms, the manual doesnt say

how about the 2 channel aura 2300?

that would give me about 75 watts per speaker and still fit my $100 budget

http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=269-162

 

[soul05 10+ year member]

if youre on a tight budget, that'll really restrict your buying options.

you can take a look at what ikesound has. i found a few that'll fit your needs.

http://ikesound.com/product-product_id/2467

http://ikesound.com/product-product_id/2760

http://ikesound.com/product-product_id/2213

http://www.millionbuy.com/souega4220.html

there are a few more, just look around.

 

[Prowler573 5,000+ posts]

Here's something that will suit your budget and leave you with enough for a value meal, a pack of smokes , and $10 in gas besides! Factory-direct refurb, valid 1 yr warranty, 150w X 2 @ 4 Ohms.

Look here and scroll to the CA600. $65 + shipping (however much that would be...can't see it being more than $15 so you've only spent $80)