DJ doesn't play the underrating game like some other companies, amp does 1200w @ 1ohm. I've owned a few of them, very solid little amps....Alright. I haven't heard of the amp you mentioned. I'm pretty set on the AQ, and was curious as to how much power it actually puts out. Some have said it puts out rated, some have said it's been "benched" and actually put out ~1500w @ 1 ohm.