need some info, first time sterio install

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

500 at 2 and 4ohm with built in DSP. I don't think you can find a better 500 watt amp. JBL MS-A5001 500 Watt x 1-Channel Subwoofer-Amplifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040X31KO/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Sz9ivb0Z01Y6K

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040X31KO/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Sz9ivb0Z01Y6K

 

[Savackz]

Kicker ZX does well at 2 ohm also.....

The ZX500.1 is a good choice also.

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_21955_Kicker-ZX500.1-10ZX500.1.html

I think they look clean too.

 

[MyOneSub]

OI dont know if you can run the rear speakers to the amp. But even if you did, you might run the chance of blowing them up. A new 2014 car most likely has great speakers, but idk if the stock ones are made to run on a 500 watt rms amp, or anything besides the head unit. If you want to get some more power in the speakers in your car, you would have to buy some aftermarket speakers, look at the power ratings, and get a 4-Channel amp if you have four speakers. I'm not sure about the speakers, iv only wired my sub and sub amp. How many speakers do you have in your car now?

 

[constantine81]

On the line converter, do I need two to tap in to the back left and one to tap in to the back right? Or just tap in to one side? Also will I need a two channel or single as in two + spots and two - spots, one for each individual speaker?... My budget for an amp is 200-250$

 

[MyOneSub]

Here's a alpine amp for around $150, I have a 1100 watt rms one, and it's pretty good. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s_sporting?ie=UTF8&k=500+watt+alpine+amp

As for the speakers in not sure.

 

[CplCuddles]

Every amp that has been mentioned will work. Only suggesting this if you feel the need to keep it jl. In which, a jl 500/1v2 will work perfect. I have them, pretty good amp imo. Only problem is that its slightly more money than the kicker amps mentioned. Although, it does 500@4-1.5 ohm. As for your budget, probably not the best idea considering you would have to be moderately lucky to find one for $200-250.

 

[constantine81]

Ty for the replies, Im selling my ps4 so I'll be able to get something better than a 250$ amp. Brand new car and good speakers so I don't wanna start half assing it now. Does any one know if I need two line converters to tap in to both rear speakers to run to the amp or will just one do?

 

[constantine81]

Which would be better for the 8inch jls I posted b4

JL Audio JX250/1 Mono subwoofer amplifier — 250 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms at Crutchfield.com

Or

JL Audio JX500/1D Mono subwoofer amplifier — 500 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms at Crutchfield.com

 

[CplCuddles]

Which would be better for the 8inch jls I posted b4JL Audio JX250/1 Mono subwoofer amplifier — 250 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms at Crutchfield.com

Or

JL Audio JX500/1D Mono subwoofer amplifier — 500 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms at Crutchfield.com

The jx500/1D would work if you ran them in parallel, approx. 250w to each sub. If you did the jx250/1 you would only see approx. 125w to each sub.

 

[constantine81]

Someone mentioned to me I will need to do the big 3 upgrade if I use a 500w... What's that? Will I need to use bigger grounds from my battery to frame and battery to block to keep from stressing my electrical? Or is this amp not big enough to worry about it?

 

[MyOneSub]

With 500 watts you don't have to worry about doing that.

 

[CplCuddles]

With 500 watts you don't have to worry about doing that.

Agreed, I'm running 1kw and I have no electrical issues.

 

[constantine81]

Which wire do I hook my antenna/ constant to?