Newbie needs advice

[cccyclone42]

I just purchased a Pioneer head unit http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pna/product/detail/0,,2076_4041_291094587_tab=B,00.html?compName=PNA_ProductDetailComponentand also two pairs of 4-way Pioneers speakers (one pair for the front and one pair for the rear) http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pna/product/detail/0,,2076_4075_191756363_tab=B,00.html?compName=PNA_ProductDetailComponent. I'm interested in getting an amplifier that would complement my Pioneer head unit and speakers. I'm on a tight budget since I've already used a big chunk of my birthday money $200 bucks is ideal, but $150 is more in my range.

I know absolutely nothing about any of this, so any advice would be greatly appreciated.

What's the difference between a 2-channel and 4-channel amp?

PS

I want something reliable that can produce great sound out of my speakers. Any suggestions???

By the way I have a 2001 Nissan Altima.

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[Johnny Drama 5,000+ posts]

I just purchased a Pioneer head unit http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pna/product/detail/0,,2076_4041_291094587_tab=B,00.html?compName=PNA_ProductDetailComponentand also two pairs of Pioneers speakers (one pair for the front and one pair for the rear) http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pna/product/detail/0,,2076_4075_191756363_tab=B,00.html?compName=PNA_ProductDetailComponent. I'm interested in getting an amplifier that would complement my Pioneer head unit and speakers. I'm on a tight budget since I've already used a big chunk of my birthday money $200 bucks is ideal, but $150 is more in my range.
I know absolutely nothing about any of this, so any advice would be greatly appreciated.

What's the difference between a 2-channel and 4-channel amp?

PS

I want something reliable that can produce great sound out of my speakers. Any suggestions???

2 channel means one left and one right channel

4 channel is usually front left and right channel and rear left and right.

You will need a 4 channel...With a $150 budget and you need 50x4 @4ohm

Check ebay for amps, it will save you some money.

 

[LeX 10+ year member]

http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=269-164

$99. absolutely perfect and HIGH quality

 

[Blazemore 10+ year member]

Your basic questions can be answered here: http://www.bcae1.com/

Maybe a SS http://www.onlinecarstereo.com/CarAudio/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=15805

 

[cccyclone42]

50x4 RMS or MAX???

I was actually looking at an Audiobahn A4004T http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=9702126517&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1 but I'm not familiar at all with the brand. If it were up to me I'd stick with a Pioneer amp just so I can stay within the Pioneer family, but I was told that their amps are no good. Any truth in that?

 

[LeX 10+ year member]

Pioneer amps are a step up from audiobahn in the multichannel department but not that great. The aura i linked you is 50x4 RMS and will lilkely do a bit more

 

[cccyclone42]

Ok so it looks like I'll be replacing my 4-way Pioneers for some components. Any suggestions as to a brand that is reliable, good quality, and won't break my pocket? Budget $200-$300 and I need front and rear speakers.

 

[Savstyle 10+ year member]

rainbow SLC sounds awesome for tehre price, strong mid and smooth tweet. PM 6spdcoupe for info.