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Message: <blockquote data-quote="keep_hope_alive" data-source="post: 8009664" data-attributes="member: 576029">yep.  not saying you can't use the car speakers and subs, but you do need to make enclosures for them (and do a good job at it).  Once they are in boxes, you still need an amp AND a preamp.  The receiver is just the logical choice and you will do just fine.With my Pioneer SX-203 (got in HS as a xmas gift)  I've powered four 12" subs (2 ohm stereo) and component sets (2 ohm stereo) wired through passive crossovers.  All it required was a fan to keep the amp cool.  In the early 90's that receiver was only $100.  and it still works today, and it still powers a pair of 12's and car speakers in my garage (and shakes the walls).</blockquote>

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