Help me decide!

[dustinr 10+ year member]

Ok. Heres my dilemma.

I'm in the market for an amplifier that's class D technology, easy on my electrical system and reliable for daily driving. The amp must produce atleast 1000watts & be within my budget of $380.00.

My Car

My car is basically all stock, a stock 90A alternator; a stock Duramax battery (not sure on specs) My headunit voltage meter usually reads 13.9V-14.1V while my car is on. This is without any amps running. (just my cd player & coaxials)

I'm looking for something brand new that will match up well with a 12" Alpine Type R. The 12" is ported @ 36hz and will be in the trunk of my car. I have done my homework, pretty much scaped out all available amps.

So far, here is what I've came up with!

eD NINe.1

$315.00 Shipped with 3 year warranty. (forum discount)

http://edesignaudio.com/product.php?cid=4&pid=6&cur=USD

1200 x 1 @ 1 Ohm Mono

900 x 1 @ 2 Ohm Mono

450 x 1 @ 4 Ohm Mono

Signal to Noise Ratio -95dBA

Variable Input Sensitivity 150 mVolt - 7.0V

Remote Variable Input Sensitivity Yes

Variable Low Pass X-Over 40-240 @12dB

Current & Thermal Protection Yes

Remote Bass Equalization Yes

Variable Phase Control Yes

Master / Slave Option Yes

Efficiency 64%

Variable SubSonic Filter 24dB/Octave, 15Hz - 50Hz

Fuse(s) 4x30

Max Current Draw 130 Amps

Orion 1200D

$339+$30 shipping

http://cgi.ebay.com/ORION-1200D-Monoblock-Amplifier-Class-D-Car-Sub-Amp-NEW_W0QQitemZ5817211891QQcategoryZ18797QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Class-D Monoblock Amplifier

RMS Power Output:

425 watts x 1 chan. @ 4 Ohms

725 watts x 1 chan. @ 2 Ohms

1200 watts x 1 chan. @ 1 Ohm

Intelli Q bass optimization circuit and remote gain option

Separately adjustable, selectable variable high-pass filter with proprietary Copy/Master control circuit for RCA outputs

Selectable 12/24 dB/octave variable low-pass filter

Copy/Master feature supports gain and crossover adjustment matching in multiple amp

Allows external bridging of two matched gain amplifiers

Switchable phase invert function

Heavy gauge direct-wire high current satin finish power and speaker terminals

1-Year SonicElectronix Warranty

Kicker KX1200.1

$335+$37 shipping

http://cgi.ebay.com/BRAND-NEW-Model-KICKER-KX1200-1-MONO-CL-D-1200WATTS_W0QQitemZ5818807935QQcategoryZ18797QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Number of Channels 1 - Mono

RMS Power (4 ohms) 300 watts

RMS Power (2 ohms) 600 watts

RMS Power (1 ohm) 1200 watts

Bridged RMS Power Not Bridgeable

Peak Power Output 2400 watts approx. (1 ohm)

Min. Impedance Unbridged 1 ohm

Min. Impedance Bridged N/A

THD @ Rated RMS Power N/A

Speaker Level Inputs Yes

Amp Preamp Outputs Yes - 1 Pair

Built-in Crossover LP (50 - 200Hz)

Bass Boost 0 - 18 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 95 dB

Fan Cooled Yes

Fuse Rating 150A

Phoenix Gold Tantrum 1200.1

$255.00+Shipping(6 hours left on auction, with no buy it now)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5816907578&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1

Amplifier Type: Mono

RMS Power: 1200W x 1 @ 4 Ohms

THD at 4-Ohm RMS Power: n/a

RMS Power: 1400W x 1 @ 2 Ohms

Speaker Level Inputs: No

Preamp Outputs: Yes

Built-In Crossovers: LP

Bass Boost: 0 - 18 dB

Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz

Signal to Noise Ratio: >95 dB

Fuse Rating: 80 amps

High Efficiency (over 70%) Class T Circuitry

Thermally Efficient Heatsink

Timed Acoustically Integrated Muting (TAIM)

Differential RCA Level Inputs

Preamp Outputs

18dB / Octave Low-Pass Crossover

30Hz to 300Hz Continuously Variable Crossover Frequency

18dB / Octave Subsonic Filter

Variable Twin-"T" Bass EQ Circuit Provides Up to 18 dB of Boost at 45 Hz

Optional RMD Remote Monitoring Display Port

Optional LPL Low Pass Level Controller Allows for Driver's Seat Adjustment of Bass Volume

2-Ohm Stable

I've put alot of thought into what I'm going to be buying the past few days and still can't make up my mind! I've done my homework & these were the amps that kinda spoke out to me. I am still open to any suggestions/ideas and hopefully someone can give me their experience with these amps & suggest what I shall do. I'd just like to add one last thought. I'm the type of person who likes extra security. I don't want to buy someone elses problems or anything. I like warranty or knowing my amp isn't goint to be D.O.A. I work hard for my money, so please keep your suggestions reasonable. Thanks!

Thanks in advanced.

Dustin

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[Savstyle 10+ year member]

u forgot one, my jbl 1200.1 , but if not its between the tantrum and the kicker in my book

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

u forgot one, my jbl 1200.1 , but if not its between the tantrum and the kicker in my book

Yes, I already know that those amps are probally the best amps I have listed, but they lack warranty which is VERY important to me. I hear alot of good & bad things about the eD NINe.1. Most of the bad things are from Caraudio.com & SSA forums. I'm not a eD lover.. never owned anything by them, I just know theres alot of eD haters out there because of their owner.

and Niggz, can I get some info on your amp? I didn't know you had one for sale //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

P.s. I also had considered buying an US AMP from Flakko. The Merlin MD1. It sounded like he really went out of the way to get me the price that he got. I'll just say it's in my budget. (I don't think he wants me to say a price)

Any thoughts on a US AMPS Merlin MD1?

 

[flakko 5,000+ posts]

Yes, I already know that those amps are probally the best amps I have listed, but they lack warranty which is VERY important to me. I hear alot of good & bad things about the eD NINe.1. Most of the bad things are from Caraudio.com & SSA forums. I'm not a eD lover.. never owned anything by them, I just know theres alot of eD haters out there because of their owner.

bah eD 9. watever amps are good. dont listen to them hataz out there.

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

bah eD 9. watever amps are good. dont listen to them hataz out there.

Hey Flakko!

I am also considering the Merlin MD1 still, as you might of read. Have you had any experience with the NINe.1? I see you have a NINe.2, how do you like that?

 

[flakko 5,000+ posts]

Hey Flakko!
I am also considering the Merlin MD1 still, as you might of read. Have you had any experience with the NINe.1? I see you have a NINe.2, how do you like that?

hola mi amigo, //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

only my 9.2... does its job, and only got a lil warm after playin for like 2-3 hours on and off with 3-4 minute breaks (delivery job) in 90 degree weather. As for the 9.1, never experienced it but you know where i stand lol

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

hola mi amigo, //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif
only my 9.2... does its job, and only got a lil warm after playin for like 2-3 hours on and off with 3-4 minute breaks (delivery job) in 90 degree weather. As for the 9.1, never experienced it but you know where i stand lol

Well, the 9.2 and 9.1 are totally different amps aswell. Have you got your hands on one of those manuals for the MD1 yet? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/naughty.gif.94359f346c0f1259df8038d60b41863e.gif

 

[flakko 5,000+ posts]

Well, the 9.2 and 9.1 are totally different amps aswell. Have you got your hands on one of those manuals for the MD1 yet? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/naughty.gif.94359f346c0f1259df8038d60b41863e.gif

tomorrow my friend... tomorrow, ill get some pix too //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

tomorrow my friend... tomorrow, ill get some pix too //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

WEWT! I'm awaiting until I see them then, kk? Hehe. Can you also take some pics of some us amps stickers/decals? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[flakko 5,000+ posts]

WEWT! I'm awaiting until I see them then, kk? Hehe. Can you also take some pics of some us amps stickers/decals? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

yea sure that wont be a problem but you know wat, ive never seen them (the decals/stickers) myself...

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

yea sure that wont be a problem but you know wat, ive never seen them (the decals/stickers) myself...

Ok cool, just pm me when u get the pics..

Ok so now back to topic..

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[dustinr 10+ year member]

bleh.. that tantrum is getting high! So I doubt I'll go that route. I kinda started looking into the Diamond Audio D6 1000.1 anyone know anything about them? I'd also be REALLY intrested in a Memphis Audio MCD1000 but can't find one anywhere in my budget //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/frown.gif.a3531fa0534503350665a1e957861287.gif

p.s. bump for the night.. im off to bed

 

[FoxPro5 5,000+ posts]

I vote other mostly because those amps listed aren't that great IMO. You sould definately consider this: http://www.caraudio.com/vb/showthread.php?t=121314:up2somet: But, If I had the money...big question right...I'd buy the US Amps.

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

bumples

 

[dustinr 10+ year member]

Any suggestions guys?

Also, tplaya said he could get me a DLS CAD-11 for $375 shipped with warranty. What do you all think about that. I really haven't heard too much about DLS.

Thanks,

Dustin