What size amp do I need for two 12" Kenwood KFC-W3012 subs?

[Arcenist]

I currently have two 12" Kenwood KFC-W3012 subwoofers that are single 4ohm each. They can handle 1200W max power and have a 400W rms. I want to find a seperate amp to run to each sub and can handle at least 1000W of power. Any help on choosing a good amp?

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[LiveAudio911 10+ year member]

Honestly, IMO With Kenwood's I would stick to their RMS power.. they are good budget subs.. indeed.. better than the o-cheapo's but I would not put more than RMS power to them.. and make sure they are in a good box meeting the sub's specifications and if ported.. is tuned to manf. spec..

 

[DBBOOM 10+ year member]

why stop at 1K each? If you are going to ignore the RMS ratings, might as well do it BIG.

 

[Xanthous 10+ year member]

Go with rms bud or your going to burn those subs out in no time. One amp is simpler as well.

 

[miker 5,000+ posts]

kicker 750.1 would be a perfect match for those subs.

 

[Arcenist]

Why do they put a max output on them then? I figured you could go above the rms and at least below the max. Yet I am still a beginner at all this so I dont know much.

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

Use rms ratings, especially being a noob...you will save yourself the burnt out coils and leads

 

[Xanthous 10+ year member]

Why do they put a max output on them then? I figured you could go above the rms and at least below the max. Yet I am still a beginner at all this so I dont know much.

Just go w/ rms. Max power is what it can handle for around 1/10th of a second every so often. You need an amp that will do 800rms @ 2 ohms.

 

[Arcenist]

Thanks Xanthous. I did a little more research to figure out about wiring to a mono amp and all that. I'm gonna go with you experienced guys' choice. What's a good brand amp to use? I found a Lanzar VCT2010 800 watt 2-Channel but don't know if it's good.

 

[lowriderram_95 10+ year member]

well atleast there's another arkansan on the boards now, hit me up man if you want a somewhat locals advice or help

 

[kr15 5,000+ posts]

I found a Lanzar VCT2010 800 watt 2-Channel but don't know if it's good.

no

 

[Arcenist]

Yeah I see very few of us around anywhere. I just need help finding a mono amp with around 800W rms that has a decent price on it.

 

[Xanthous 10+ year member]

well atleast there's another arkansan on the boards now, hit me up man if you want a somewhat locals advice or help

heheh

 

[Xanthous 10+ year member]

well atleast there's another arkansan on the boards now, hit me up man if you want a somewhat locals advice or help

Don't know much about Lanzar other than it's supposed to be okay entry level stuff.

Kenwood wouldn't be a bad amp; http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_11795_Kenwood+KAC-9104D.html (900 rms @ 2) $199

just an idea.

 

[lowriderram_95 10+ year member]

personally I'd spring for a aq1200 or nine.1, that way it'll still do the 800 at 2 ohms but you'll also have room for upgrades bc eventually you will prolly want to go louder.

and yea I know what you mean. I've been trying to find a place to get my ish metered for a long time but can't. guess it just isn't that big here