Hey, y'all. I'm wondering if anyone can help an auto audio idiot? I'm new to this stuff an need some help. I have a 2005 Ram 2500 Quad Cab and am replacing the OEM system. I purchased a Pioneer DEH-P490IB head unit, a pair of 6.5" MCSYNC6 component speakers for the front, and a pair of 5.25" M-Series Coaxials for the rear. I got a little juiced up the other night and when I got home, I got on
eBay and bought an M-Series 12" sub while my left eye seemed to be looking at something beyond the screen... Anyway, I'm wanting to power the system with a single 5 Channel amp and I've looked till I'm lazy left-eyed. I've checked the JL 500/5, the Memphis Belle, the MB Quart PAB5400, a U.S.Amps 5500X (old school), an Eclipse XA5000, DLS, Arc Audio, Diamond, Boston Acoustics, and a few others. Most of the above are way expensive, but I'm willing to do what I need to for the best sound possible. I don't want to go over $500. I've read great things about JL, but I've also read that they crap out frequently, usually right after the warranty expires. Heard similar things about the Memphis Belle. I'm looking for clean, balanced sound with a decent amount of volume - I'm not a competition guy who's trying to pop holes in the pavement. Can anyone give me some sound advice as to what amp I should go with. I'd really appreciate some input. Thanks!
