Decision: Kicker vs. Hifonics

[wevie 10+ year member]

Currently looking at two options for new amps:

First, system is basically two CVR12's each in 2.85 ft3 slot port enclosures. They are DVC4's wired parallel/series for a total 4 ohm load. Currently using multi-way 6x9's for mid/high but want to upgrade to decent components.

Now, two amp options I'm looking at:

Kicker ZX1000.1 and ZX350.2

or

Hifonics Bxi1608 and Zxi6008

There is a SLIGHT monetary advantage to the Hifonics, but it isn't enough to take into consideration.

Also would like the option of going to 3 CVR's wired series/parallel for a total 2.66 ohm load.

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[joshualittle]

I've ran kicker in the past and never had any problems, kicker amps are generally underrated so that should give u some nice headroom to work with. I'd do the kickers.

 

[Johnny Law.Lulz 5,000+ posts]

HIfonics has always had great amps - there newer amps have dropped off a little but definatly not enough to call them worse than kicker. Im not saying they are better but there not worse. I would do the BXi, I dont like the Zues Series. You wouldnt be disappointed either way.

 

[joshualittle]

Another option is the arc audio ks 1000.1 and the arc audio ks 300.4. These are great amps and the ones I'll be running. U could probably pick up both amps for under $800. What is ur budget?

 

[wevie 10+ year member]

I would do the BXi, I dont like the Zues Series. You wouldnt be disappointed either way.

The BXi listed is a mono block for the subs. The Zues listed is a 2-channel for the mid/highs. I'm anal about having amps that cosmetically compliment each other!

For Budget - well, of course the cheaper the better, but quality first. $800 is doable, but probably the upper limit. I think I can get both Kickers or both Hifonics for under $500 shipped.

 

[wu501 10+ year member]

kicker without a doubt. Hifonics are good for the money but kicker is much better from my own personal experience.

 

[gsr22 10+ year member]

I have a LNIB kicker zx 1000.1 with everything 225

 

[Tricked 10+ year member]

I'd also go with Kicker from experience with both brands.