I currently have a 300Watt kicker amp powering a sub, I got a great deal on a box w 2 12's and one amp. But them amp dosent generate enough power for both subs. So Im thinking of using my current amp with the new amp to power the new box w two amps. I've researched it and Im fairly clear on how to split the power and ground signal (although any pointers would be appreciated), but im not very clear on how to split the turn on lead. Any help would be more than welcomed, thanks.

 

Don't mix different amps with the subs. Get one amp to power both subs, preferrably a monoblock amp or channel.

 

How come? And isnt a monoblock a one channel amp, how can it power two subs?

 

I'm pretty sure you can bridge the two subs together as long as you pay attention to what the ohms are and match it accordingly to what your amp can handle, since bridging affects the resistance. (but that's just me talking out of my azz )

 

A one channel 1000 watt amp will have no problem powering any two subs you want to hook to it.

Each amp will provide different amounts of power and frequencies, which will result in poor sound. Also, you won't be as efficient with two amps as with one. Get one amp powerful enough to do the job, or your good deal isn't such a good deal.

 

Hey Gilley just curious, do you do audio installs? I noticed that you usually have the best/correct answer to most audio question I see on here.

 

Oh I see, so its bridging two speakers kind of like bridging an amp? Joint both the positives and both the negatives into a single- and + connection and hook that up into the - and + of the mono amp?

 

Something like that, Gilley will probably give you the correct answer. You could read up on the difference of wiring in series and parallel and the effects of each

 

I have been into car and home audio for over 22 years. I have done installs in all of my cars and those of many friends, including both og my G's and some friends'. I have personal experience with some of the unique issues with the G. I don't have the professional experience that some, such as 16psibrick (Bing) have and I don't pretend to.

There are two ways to wire multiple drivers - series and parallel - depending on your speakers, amp, and needs.

Look here for specifics. http://www.installdr.com/TechDocs/999016.pdf

 

Well I'm glad you've gone through all the issues, because I've found a lot of usefull info from your posts.

 

I'm glad I could be of help. That's what we're here for.

 

Thanks, that link was very helpful.