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Amplifiers / Head Units / Processors / Electrical

Discuss Head Units, Amplification, Processors, And All Electrical System Inquiries Here.

  1. Started by tankht56,

    I have been looking around for one of these (either a 200 or 240a) for a while and havnt come up with anything. i really dont want to go through finding someone to rebuild my stock one. any help would be appreciated.

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  2. Started by A.SMALL,

    Whats up SSA Forums, Im looking to replace the alternator on my 2002 BMW 530 ASAP with an HO Alternator. My search online and in person has not been too good, so i was wondering if any of you guys could refer me to a person, website, or shop if it's close to the Raleigh/Durham area in North Carolina. Thanks

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  3. Started by daviddto,

    I need some input from anybody that might know, I purchased an aftermarket alternator for my 2009 dodge ram 5.7. I sold the truck and now I have a 2012 dodge ram 5.7. My question for anyone who knows is; will the electrical system of the new ram (2012) handle the aperage and extra voltage (300 amps @ 15.3 volts) ? Also, I got the self excite module to boost voltage to 15.3 volts. This will be the only alternator in the truck. Thanks for any help!

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  4. Started by DjFreddyFred,

    Hey guys....getting the box built for 2 18" btls...from Manny here in Ct...Stratford at that....thnks Jon for the refferal...but where can I get a HO Alt for my 92 camry wagon...I cant find anything online..and now im getting frustrated...thnks for the help guys...I ll post pics of the box and the first 18.... should be here in a few days....Quantum View ftw!!! thanks for the help pplz Freddy

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  5. Started by BigB2202,

    what are some good high output alternators for a 2010 nissan altima. I dont want to do any electrical damage with an aq2200d and two bl 12's so i finally decided to buy a ho alternator around 300amps

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  6. Started by mikey5472,

    How big of an alt would i need for 2 saz-1500 on 2 yellow tops.

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  7. Started by Corey54,

    I'm looking for a new battery to replace my stock battery. I have 0 gauge wire for my power and ground. I'm running a soundqubed 1200d amplifier with a 15" Fi SSD in a 2.5cuft sealed enclosure. I've been looking at the Kinetik KHC2400

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  8. Started by Mike Rojas,

    I just put an MTX 704 in my truck for the speakers and a Kicker ZX300.1 for the 2 8" subs. My question is, the 704 has buttons to turn the high pass and low pass filters on/off, which should be on and which should be off? I tink I currently have the high pass on and the low pass off. Thanks in advance, Mike

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  9. Started by irvin productionz,

    When i turn on my amp, it makes a very high pitch sound, so what could it be or any suggestions Amp is a rf t1500-1bd, subs are 10 chaos, hu- jvc Ask what ever questions u need Thanks

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  10. Started by arctictwist,

    After months of dealing with pioneers terrible customer service, one tech finally tells me that there was supposed to be a four foot usb extension capable of carrying the video signal from my iphone to the unit in the box. Unfortunately, even though ive been dealing with them since january, they wont send me one on them becuase its been over thirty days since i bought it. Anyways... I really need one longer anyways. It needs to be able to carry the signal and be at least 12 ft long. Any ideas?

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  11. Anyone out there know of any 2ch or 4ch full range amps that can handle 17v? Most seem to be 15.5v-16v MAX. Dont really like the idea of running half a dozen step downs Thanks, Am

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  12. ok everyone, i have a 02 nissan with a fi bl 18 running on a zeus 3000 watt i have the amp turned down barely over half right now i want to upgrade my eletrical so i can turn my amp up i have about 300 dollars right now what is the first thing i need to get?

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  13. Started by harveywong,

    My voltage is dropping down to 12.4 at high volume this is off an 180 amp alt with three battery in the back (kinetik 2@2400 & 1@1400). The 12.4 is at the amp and my voltage at the front battery drops to about 12.9 & 13. Would i gain any dbs if i upgrade to a bigger alt? I have been thinking about upgrading for awhile now just wanting to know if I'll see any diffference to justifly the upgrade. I am running an audioque 3500d (the old one) @ 1 ohm.

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  14. Started by Wood.,

    School me a bit here, if your running a higher input voltage say going from 12/14 to 16, is it easier on the amp to run a lower ohm load? or does it depend on the amp generally. kinda just trying learn a little more about how amps work. about to buy a new alt and batts here soon, thinking about doing a separate 16v system for my bass amp. (two alts, stock, and a 16/18v) and was wondering if i would be able to run the ohm load down a little more? im a noob obviously so flame me if you must, just trying to get some info. thanks for any input.

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  15. Started by on1wheel06,

    So I picked up a pair of Hertz Hsk165's and need some help with choosing an amp. Amp will be ran off of a kenwood 8120. I have about 400 to spend... but I wouldn't mind spending less. Im thinking about the following: sundown sax-125.2 $240 (even a 50.4 bridged thoughts???) audio systems twister 300 $300 jl 300/2 $350 steg K2|02 $450 arc ks300.2 $399 what are your thoughts on the ones posted? any recommendations?

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  16. Started by Typicaljawaiian,

    Reviews, thoughts, experiences? I'm thinking of getting two. 4000+ watts strapped @ 2 ohm.

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  17. Started by mile098,

    first of all im sorry if i missed the forum, mod please move it if i did second..ok here goes:( -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ok, pls take the time to read this. i have developed a hissing sound on my front speakers lately. i say lately because when i installed the amp it wasn't there..its not much, on the majority of the songs i cant hear it, but on some its annoying. the only thing i changed is up the gain on my front amp speakers, but not enough to clip. now it doesn't matter where the gains are set the hiss increases with the hu's volume. i've had engine whine problems before and it drove me insane and this isn't it, …

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  18. Started by oxsign,

    I was offered this amp in a trade for my RE comps I have F/S. What are your thoughts on this amp? Thx, Vic.

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  19. Started by holley2346,

    Seems a little pricey.... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016L37V6

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  20. Started by noidle22,

    Hi, i'm in the market for a HO alt for my Hyundai Excel Australian spec, which has proved difficult, to say the least. I was opting for around 220-250A, running to a stock calcium battery, which doesn't do too bad actually, and 2 Stinger SPV70's, which'll be used to push a saz-3500D, (unsure of the sub/s atm) and a sax 100.4 (hopefully), for a daily driver, @ 1 ohm (the 3500D ), with the possibility of taking it to some comps. I'm pretty sure my stock 70 amp alternator wont keep pace with those loads. My wanderings through this sub-forum led me to two brands in particular, after investigating most of them. These two were DC Power and Mechman. At this point you may be aski…

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  21. Started by lilblacky,

    I have a 2004 Hyundai Sonata GLS 2.7L V6 and it comes stock with a 90amp alt BUT Im pretty sure if im running 2 15in Fi BL's ill need one right? I bought a Soundstream 1000amp hybrid capacitor but I dont know it that wil be enough if im running those speakers on the Kicker zx2500.1. Just checking with yall to see and make sure... dont wanna mess up anything you know? If you guys think ill still need one do you have any suggestions? I checked that Irragas store but they didn't have one for my car =(

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  22. Started by SpeakerBoy,

    Does anyone know where to look for a HO alt for an 02 Kia Sephia? Looking for a 140-175a for a friends car, the only one we can find is a 140a for ~500

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  23. Started by elastic,

    hi guys i recently got 2 18 btls and 2 bxi 2610. now im looking for a ho alt for my opel astra. do you know a brand making a good alt for it?

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  24. So I finally got my 200a alt installed, but something odd happened when bumping now, I get more dimming, occasionally the amp protects for a moment then cut back on, but my battery voltage is on average higher. I was wondering if the former was due to me having only done the big two, as I have direct power and ground lines; the other, I mean, I think I had it gained a little high and now that it has what it needs, it's clipping like crazy trying to balance with the Sony signal. The hu is becoming a massive headache in that aspect. I lowered the gain, but I really want to be able to run my heat lights and stereo without issue =[ I do have only a single battery for now, I'…

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  25. Started by Elrey7698,

    Im gonna order a ho alt for my 08 yukon but i wont have the $$ for batts till june..my stock alt craped out so i need the ho on there to run the truck. My question is if its ok to only have one battery? I wont fry it? Im buying a 300a+ alt.

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