Posted February 14, 201114 yr Hi guys,I found very good prices on these 2 amplifiers on Audiosavings.They're cheap (less than $450) and claim to be powerful.I am surprised by the fuse rating on both of them : they need 130 or 150 amp fuse only for +2000 watts. My current amp, a Sundown saz 1500 needs a 150 amp fuse.I know Cadence and US Amps are well known brands. How can that be ? Are their ratings legit, or are they overated ? I still want for my BTL N2. I will upgrade the electrical after I get the amplifier. I will add or change battery for an AGM one (probably an Optima Yellowtop) later.what do you think about these 2 amps ? zrs c1 and md3 ?
February 14, 201114 yr They should do rated power, just might be at a little higher voltage to get there. I almost bought the MD3D from them but I think when I upgrade I'm gonna go for about 3k instead of 2k. They are nice amps, just not quite as badass as the Sundowns imo. I can also vouch for Audiosavings, I've made multiple purchases through them, they are great to deal with, great customer service as well.
February 14, 201114 yr I say......stay with Sundown. I see some refurb deals pop up. OrI have two Crescendo amps (3kwp and 1000c4). Their newly released lineup looks nice as well.
February 14, 201114 yr It takes 139 amps at 14.4 volts to make 2,000 watts, pending 100% efficiency, which those amps are about 80% efficient. Their fusing is right on par with that they are capable of drawing, which seems to be less than rated.
February 14, 201114 yr Author I will wait until I find a Sundown 2500 used from Jacob ...or even db-r.I have a limited budget of $500 for the amp only. Shipping will add more $ to it.I don't want to go to 3000 watts. My electrical will need too much upgrades ! And I don't need that much power, for my fully loaded N2.I live far away from the USA, so shipping will be very expensive if I get an amp from an individual member. Need to be a professional with good shipping rates @ Fedex or UPS.
February 14, 201114 yr Author I Will wait some more... I already have the money. I can but I don't want to change my battery for now : it's still good enough. I will see what to do when I have the new amp installed.
February 15, 201114 yr Author I saw the STETSOM 2Ksomething.I've read lots of stories about this amp brand. But their amps are cheaper than Sundown, so...?Still thinking:peepwall:
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