I'm putting together a complete system.

[ArmyNavyCopGuy]

How does that compare to

MB Quart RA1500.1 Referece Series 1500W Monoblock Amplifier

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GWTSJKQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1E7TOF694YXY1

 

[kingjd7 10+ year member]

Make sure you read carefully with the Sundown yard sale stuff. Some of it is stuff that didn't pass QC checks. He is going to be adding more stuff to it next week. I would buy a good used sub from some one to be honest. Browse the classified section, of put in the wtb section what you are looking for.

 

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AB is much better I believe.

 

[kingjd7 10+ year member]

timhofs list is good also. One amp for all your needs. But if you go that route it doesn't leave you many options if you want more power to your sub later.

 

[ArmyNavyCopGuy]

Make sure you read carefully with the Sundown yard sale stuff. Some of it is stuff that didn't pass QC checks. He is going to be adding more stuff to it next week. I would buy a good used sub from some one to be honest. Browse the classified section, of put in the wtb section what you are looking for. 

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AB is much better I believe.

Yeah I was just about to comment about this. I could potentially get a sub that is pretty much useless. I'm not willing to take that risk.

You're saying AB is better than the SQ sub or amp? Or both?

 

[kingjd7 10+ year member]

Amp. SQ subs are good. alot of people have them on here.

 

[kingjd7 10+ year member]

Personally I haven't had any MB Quart stuff. It used to a great brand, but I think a little more middle of the road now.

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

How does that compare to
MB Quart RA1500.1 Referece Series 1500W Monoblock Amplifier

Amazon.com : SoundQubed HDS310-D2 1200W RMS : Item Type Keyword Vehicle Subwoofers : Car Electronics

You are getting steered into buying to much power. That leads to electrical upgrades to the car, that leads to expensive.

You don't want a ground pounder you want reliable good sound right?

Go on Amazon and get 2 amps.

Jbl ms-a500 and the matching 4 channel. A stock charging system will power those. They have built in DSPs which will aid in good sound quality and flexibility. More power than you need also. You can even get the matching sub and be good to go.

See how much you have left and get a component set.

As for rear speakers. You want the sound stage in front of you like you are at a concert. In a good setup the band is on your dash board not behind you. Sub bass is omnidirectional so it can be behind you, if you prevent rattles it will sound like it's all around you but be centered up front.

Don't waste money on iffy gear, replacing it adds up fast.

Also invest in sound deaden for the trunk lid and front doors.

 

[kingjd7 10+ year member]

I dont think a ph1600md would draw to much current. It would be a legit 800 watts rms. Am I wrong? I was just trying to show him there are better things than the mainstream el cheapo amps. IE Boss

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

I dont think a ph1600md would draw to much current. It would be a legit 800 watts rms. Am I wrong? I was just trying to show him there are better things than the mainstream el cheapo amps. IE Boss

Those are cheap for a reason.

 

[ArmyNavyCopGuy]

You are getting steered into buying to much power. That leads to electrical upgrades to the car, that leads to expensive. You don't want a ground pounder you want reliable good sound right?

Go on Amazon and get 2 amps.

Jbl ms-a500 and the matching 4 channel. A stock charging system will power those. They have built in DSPs which will aid in good sound quality and flexibility. More power than you need also. You can even get the matching sub and be good to go.

See how much you have left and get a component set.

As for rear speakers. You want the sound stage in front of you like you are at a concert. In a good setup the band is on your dash board not behind you. Sub bass is omnidirectional so it can be behind you, if you prevent rattles it will sound like it's all around you but be centered up front.

Don't waste money on iffy gear, replacing it adds up fast.

Also invest in sound deaden for the trunk lid and front doors.

I'm getting confused.

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

I'm getting confused.

You want links to make it easy?

 

[kingjd7 10+ year member]

NoLoud the AB amp is half the price as the JBL, do you really think it's a better buy?

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0040X31KO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1429941376&sr=8-1&keywords=jbl+ms-a5001&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=41e%2BABc80jL&ref=plSrch

Amazon.com : JBL MS-A1004 100 Watt x 4-Channel Amplifier : Vehicle Multi Channel Amplifiers : Car Electronics

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005DHADYI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1429941447&sr=8-1&keywords=jbl+ms-62c&pi=AC_SX200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=51LU-HUGshL&ref=plSrch

With those speakers you will run the tweeters and mids off there own channels. You won't use the supplied crossover. That's called active and it's so much better. If you are having a shop set it up make sure they know how to set crossover points.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00512NLI0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1429941579&sr=8-2&keywords=Jbl+ms+12&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=51ger7YaCOL&ref=plSrch

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

NoLoud the AB amp is half the price as the JBL, do you really think it's a better buy?

With the JBLs built in DSP yes. And the JBL has been proven to be spot on with the rating. 2 and 4ohm power. A few hundred watts won't make up for the JBLs capablity.

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

Imo it's the best amp under $200.