looking for right amp

[rthorsten]

Hey guys i have decided to buy a re sx 12" speaker dual 2/4 ohm 1000w max.

I need to know what is the best amp for this speaker. I kinda lean towards us. amps or fosgate. Do I need a mono amp or maybe a bridged 2 channel. Either way i want the most power from my amp.

Also a lot of us amps work best at 1 ohm how do you wire a dual 2 ohm down to that ohm level or is it even possible. because if it is not then the us amp is useless to me.

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[blimblam 10+ year member]

if its only one D2 sub, you wire it in parallel to get it to 1 ohm.

if it were me, i would prefer a mono over a bridged, but thats just me

 

[btdickey99 5,000+ posts]

I also prefer mono over a bridged 2 channel....and yes if it is dual 2 you can wire in a parallel circuit to 1ohm....if its d4 you can only get a 2 ohm reading

 

[Prowler573 5,000+ posts]

Let me start by saying welcome to the forum. Hopefully whatever time you spend here will have been worth the effort. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/wave.gif.002382ce7d7c19757ab945cc69819de1.gif

Now let's get to your post ~

Hey guys i have decided to buy a re sx 12" speaker dual 2/4 ohm 1000w max.I need to know what is the best amp for this speaker.

The one that best suits your needs and there likely won't be a single best answer for this. There are too many factors to include...personal preference, budget, possible space limitations, etc etc etc.

I kinda lean towards us. amps or fosgate.

Both of those companies produce solid gear, to be sure. I'm certain there is something (multiple somethings most likely) in their lineups that will do what you need. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/thumbsup.gif.3287b36ca96645a13a43aff531f37f02.gif

Do I need a mono amp or maybe a bridged 2 channel. Either way i want the most power from my amp.

There are advantages to going either route and your particular needs will factor into which is better for your specific situation.A monoblock will provide for a lesser overall current draw from your charging system.

A bridged two-channel would probably be easier on the ole wallet when looking at comparable power levels. Your opening post is a bit confusing - have you already bought the sub? If so, did you get a Dual 2 Ohm or a Dual 4 Ohm?

If you got the Dual 4 Ohm then a bridged 2-channel wouldn't really be the best out for you as you can only set that sub up to either a 2 Ohm or an 8 Ohm final resistance. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/fyi.gif.9f1f679348da7204ce960cfc74bca8e0.gif

Also a lot of us amps work best at 1 ohm how do you wire a dual 2 ohm down to that ohm level or is it even possible. because if it is not then the us amp is useless to me.

Here's an unendingly handy link...save it into your favorites.Subwoofer Wiring Guide

Within you can find this diagram:

 

[krisfnbz 10+ year member]

^^ This guy is always on top of information. Barely ever posts anything close to BS. I remember he wrote me a HUGE welcome response along with GREAT information. Listen to this guy!

Kris

 

[rthorsten]

Thanks guys for all the input. I kinda like the fosgate 1000w punch amp.. All the power i need for one sub.

I do have another question which amp is considered the best out there for a single sub set up. Which has gotten the most praise. I need to tell you guys this is a everyday sub not a competition. So i don't need a 2,000 amp but I have no limit on the price.