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Prince · 15-01-2008, 12:51 PM

The basic idea is supposed to be 1 amp to 2 subs. But it depends on the amp's power. The speaker's are just for putting out the sound, but stock speakers will need replacing if your putting a big system in. Although, extra speakers should increase the sound quality. A lot of stock speakers rattle just turning up a cd player too high. Seperate amps also depend on the power you trying to achieve. I don't think it makes a difference if you use 1 amp or 2 amps to get the same power (i.e. 1 500 watt amp or 2 250 watt amps). Don't forget that the size of the subs will also increase the bass. 12/15 inch subs are a good option, but go with high powered amps. Although I've never done it, I think this is about right! Another thing to think about is will you ever want to put shopping your boot, if not...go all out, but if yes...your gonna be limited.

15-01-2008, 12:51 PM	#3 (permalink)
Prince Very Senior Member The Torque Meister Car: 1999 Civic Coupe Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northampton, England Posts: 1,105	Re: How many amps do you need? The basic idea is supposed to be 1 amp to 2 subs. But it depends on the amp's power. The speaker's are just for putting out the sound, but stock speakers will need replacing if your putting a big system in. Although, extra speakers should increase the sound quality. A lot of stock speakers rattle just turning up a cd player too high. Seperate amps also depend on the power you trying to achieve. I don't think it makes a difference if you use 1 amp or 2 amps to get the same power (i.e. 1 500 watt amp or 2 250 watt amps). Don't forget that the size of the subs will also increase the bass. 12/15 inch subs are a good option, but go with high powered amps. Although I've never done it, I think this is about right! Another thing to think about is will you ever want to put shopping your boot, if not...go all out, but if yes...your gonna be limited. __________________ The excitement of going fast is like nothing else.