how to wire 4 ohm subs

[j_t_martin]

bought son car for birthday wanted to install new stereo. got the soundstream ar1800 for front 6.5 and tweeters and 6x9 (all soundstream). the problem now is the subs, I bought two 15 Rockville subs 4 ohms in non ported box and I bought a soundstream ar8000 amp. what is the best way to wire the subs 4ohms or can I wire them to 1 ohm? also what size capacitors do I need for each amp?

thanks for any help im new at this and want to do it right the first time

jeremy

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[dragon.breath 10+ year member]

You need to know if those subs are single voice coil, or dual voice coil. Then use the link below.

Subwoofer, Speaker & Amp Wiring Diagrams | KICKER®

The following diagrams are the most popular wiring configurations. You can also find additional wiring diagrams in the KICKER U app for iOS or Android.

www.kicker.com

And forget the capacitors, those are just a gimmick to get your money.

 

[j_t_martin]

they are Dual Voice Coil subs

 

[Popwarhomie 5,000+ posts]

Wire to 1 ohm. Skip the caps. Add a rear battery.

 

[j_t_martin]

you say wire to 1 ohm, the diagram "dragon.breath" had me look at does not show how to wire them 1 ohm. and have thought about doing a second battery just didn't know if it was needed. im giving the car to my son in three weeks for b-day and you can tell by the gear I bought its not top of the line, just hope for his first car when done he is not made fun for his sound system. car is a 2008 elisa tuscani (fancy version of the Tiburon)

 

[Popwarhomie 5,000+ posts]