(n00b question) mono vs. 4 channel

[Jameseypoo 5,000+ posts]

What would be the different in using a mono amp to power aftermarket 4 aftermarket speakers opposed to a 4 channel amp? I'm aware of the power differences, but for example using a mtx 250 watt mono amplifier to power components as opposed to running a 60 watt x 4 amplifier

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[PhatTonyDeMarco 5,000+ posts]

A mono amplifier only puts out a single signal. Therefore every speaker would play the same thing, always. You would lose a lot from your music, mids/highs are never solely mono.

 

[Jameseypoo 5,000+ posts]

i see, thank you. what do most people use low wattage amps for, low wattage subs? man i sound like a retard...

 

[regal8r 5,000+ posts]

i see, thank you. what do most people use low wattage amps for, low wattage subs? man i sound like a retard...

usually to drive a small sub or speakers...

 

[Jameseypoo 5,000+ posts]

but if it shouldn't be used in a 4 speaker setup due to a mono signal then all they are good for are low rms subwoofers?

 

[SHOtime 10+ year member]

Any mono channel amp is designed almost specifically for subwoofers. 250 watts would be sufficient to drive a single 10" or 12" like a JL w0 or a cheap Pioneer, etc. The budget-conscious usually use them.

 

[Jameseypoo 5,000+ posts]

thats the answer i was looking for, thanks

 

[tRiGgEr 5,000+ posts]

but if it shouldn't be used in a 4 speaker setup due to a mono signal then all they are good for are low rms subwoofers?

Or single speaker setups. Multiple amps on mulitple speakers.

 

[Blunt 10+ year member]

small amps also can drive big subs tho. it is all in how effiecient the sub is