I need an amp for 2 SA-12s 1 ohm

[Based]

Ok well I stumbled upon a deal yesterday. I got an SA-12 and a pioneer 1200 amp for $200. Everything works good and it's hooked up in my box but this sub is just eating this amp AT MAX gain. I know it's clipping at max (maybe?) but it is barely distorting on decaf music. When I had my kicker CVR 12 on this amp, I had it set to 3/4 and it would only distort on the high kick drums, so barely clipping. But this sundown laughs at that level.

So anyway, this sundown is dual 4. Disappointing because now I have to buy another one to wire down to 1 ohm lol. Either that or I get an amp that does 800 at 4 ohms (box rise). But I don't think I'd be satisfied with just one.

So basically I kind of decided I'm getting another dual 4 SA-12. I know they are rated for 750rms. So I need an amp that does about 1500 watts at 4 ohms (accounting for box rise).

What are your suggestions for an amp that does this? I'm looking to only spend maybe $500 max on it.

Hell, maybe suggest an amp that does 800 at 4 ohms. Maybe I'll try it out just one this single SA-12.

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[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Get another d4 sa12 and cab1600. Below 500

Wire to 1ohm

 

[Based]

Get another d4 sa12 and cab1600. Below 500
Wire to 1ohm

* NEW * CAB-1600.1 Amplifier - Car Audio Bargain

That^?

What is the difference between certified and dynamic testing? The difference in power is crazy lol.

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Yes that.

Certified is legit real deal numbers, below distortion.

Dynamic is more of a peak reading, on par with peak hold clamp results

 

[Based]

Yes that.
Certified is legit real deal numbers, below distortion.

Dynamic is more of a peak reading, on par with peak hold clamp results

oh alright. Idk if that's going to be enough power for two of the sa-12's after box rise but I'll keep that amp in mind. I'm already designing a box for them right now haha.

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Its enough power. Ive ran as low as 500w to them with good results. If you arent competing for tenths, rise is irrelevant

 

[Based]

Its enough power. Ive ran as low as 500w to them with good results. If you arent competing for tenths, rise is irrelevant

Well the amp I have right now does 800 at 2 ohms. It's still nowhere near as loud as I want it. That's why I factor in rise. I tested my rise and at 35hz I'm around 3 ohms, and 40hz and up I'm at 4+. I'm wired to 2 ohm right now.

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

It seems like you have terrible line voltage tho.

Why is it taking "3/4" gain to power a cvr?

 

[Based]

It seems like you have terrible line voltage tho.
Why is it taking "3/4" gain to power a cvr?

that may be the case. I'm running off my stock HU and a scosche line out converter. My car is a new car and I really can't replace the HU. Maybe I should get a better converter? Or maybe I'm just not turning my HU up as high as I could be.

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Lol ya, that is a MAJOR hindrance. The difference between a 10$ schose and 99$ Audiocontrol is pretty staggering

 

[Boomin_tahoe 5,000+ posts]

No it's because of the stock HU and line converter causing everything.

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Before you add subs or change amps, get a quality loc with line driving ability like the AC lc2.

My buddy was having similar issue with a ****** walmart loc, we swapped in the AC, was night and day difference

 

[Based]

Ok so you guys are suggesting I get a better LOC first? I really don't think I can change my HU.

 

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Before you add subs or change amps, get a quality loc with line driving ability like the AC lc2.
My buddy was having similar issue with a ****** walmart loc, we swapped in the AC, was night and day difference

wow! Ok I'll order one tonight!

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Check Sonic, for a while they had it for 79$

If I was stuck with factory unit, I absolutely would not skimp out on the Loc

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_43567_AudioControl-LC2i-Ships-as-New-Black-Version.html