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My car has a factory amplifier and theres a harness that sends a + and a - to each speaker individually, can I just cut the connector off and splice wire on those speaker wires then extend that to my aftermarket amp, it's 18-20 gauge wire so should be enough for my 100 watt speakers and 15 watt tweeters

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My car has a factory amplifier and theres a harness that sends a + and a - to each speaker individually, can I just cut the connector off and splice wire on those speaker wires then extend that to my aftermarket amp, it's 18-20 gauge wire so should be enough for my 100 watt speakers and 15 watt tweetersView attachment 72258

Yes, you can splice the wires from the existing harness and extend them to your aftermarket amplifier, but there are a few important considerations:

1. Wire Gauge: If the existing wires are 18-20 gauge, they should be sufficient for your 100-watt speakers and 15-watt tweeters, but make sure to check the total length of the run to ensure you don’t lose power.

2. Splicing: Make sure to use high-quality connectors or solder the wires properly to avoid any electrical issues. Also, ensure the connections are insulated appropriately to prevent shorts.

3. Amp Compatibility: Verify that your aftermarket amplifier's specifications match the impedance and power requirements of your speakers.

4. Signal Type: Ensure that the signals from the factory amplifier are compatible with the input of your aftermarket amp. Some factory systems use line-level signals, while others may output speaker-level signals.

5. Safety: Always disconnect the battery before working on the wiring to prevent any shorts or electrical mishaps.

By following these guidelines, you should be able to successfully install your aftermarket amplifier.

 

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My car has a factory amplifier and theres a harness that sends a + and a - to each speaker individually, can I just cut the connector off and splice wire on those speaker wires then extend that to my aftermarket amp, it's 18-20 gauge wire so should be enough for my 100 watt speakers and 15 watt tweetersView attachment 72258

What size amp are you using and what car is this?

 

[Old_risk]

What size amp are you using and what car is this?

What size amp are you using and what car is this?

2011 Santa Fe, and 150 RMS x 6 channel amp speakers are focal 165 as (will use dsp so speakers need separate channels) and will utilize stock rear full range

 

[Old_risk]

What size amp are you using and what car is this?

What size amp are you using and what car is this?

2011 Santa Fe, and 150 RMS x 6 channel amp speakers are focal 165 as (will use dsp so speakers need separate channels) and will utilize stock rear

Yes, you can splice the wires from the existing harness and extend them to your aftermarket amplifier, but there are a few important considerations:

1. Wire Gauge: If the existing wires are 18-20 gauge, they should be sufficient for your 100-watt speakers and 15-watt tweeters, but make sure to check the total length of the run to ensure you don’t lose power.

2. Splicing: Make sure to use high-quality connectors or solder the wires properly to avoid any electrical issues. Also, ensure the connections are insulated appropriately to prevent shorts.

3. Amp Compatibility: Verify that your aftermarket amplifier's specifications match the impedance and power requirements of your speakers.

4. Signal Type: Ensure that the signals from the factory amplifier are compatible with the input of your aftermarket amp. Some factory systems use line-level signals, while others may output speaker-level signals.

5. Safety: Always disconnect the battery before working on the wiring to prevent any shorts or electrical mishaps.

By following these guidelines, you should be able to successfully install your aftermarket amplifier.

Speakers are focal 165as which are actually only around 60 RMS but everywhere I read say you can/should run them higher