How Do You Match Car Subwoofers and Amplifiers?
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
- We explain the process of correctly matching car subwoofers and amplifiers. If it's a subject you find confusing, tune in and learn how to do it!
QMV Subwoofer Wiring Wizard: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/sub...
Chapters
0:47 Main Points: RMS Rating, Impedance(Ohms), Amplifier, Enclosure
1:09 RMS Power Ratings (Thermal Power Handling) - What is it?
1:35 RMS vs MAX(Peak) power
2:05 Match RMS Input of Subwoofer to RMS Output of Amplifier
2:20 Mulitple Subwoofer RMS Ratings
3:06 Distortion - What does it sound like?
3:30 Amplifier Headroom
3:52 Impedance (Ohms) - What is it?
4:30 Matching RMS and Impedance(Ohms)
5:00 Ohms vs Power Outputs
5:45 Example: Wiring 2 Ohm Single Voice Subwoofers
6:10 Power Headroom
6:35 Dual Voice Coil Subwoofers
6:40 Parallel Wiring: 4 Ohms becomes 2 Ohms, 2 Ohms becomes 1 Ohm
7:00 Selecting an Amplifier
7:05 Monoblocks
7:14 Two Channel and Four Channel Amps
7:30 Bridging Amplifiers
7:55 Monoblocks: How Many Subs can they Power?
8:03 Wire 3 DVC 2 Ohm Subs to 1.34 Ohm or 3 Ohm Impedance
8:13 Match RMS Input and RMS Output
8:24 CEA Compliant
8:32 Build a System from Scratch
8:38 Selecting Amplifier: Rockford Fosgate P1000X1BD
9:07 Selecting 4 Subwoofers for Amplifier: P1S4-12
9:23 Selecting 3 Subwoofers for Amplifier: P2D2 or P2D4?
10:07 What Kind of System is Best For You?
10:27 Subwoofer Enclsoures
10:43 Common Questions
Leave any questions below! Thanks for watching!
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dudes roasting me while im trying to learn about ohms
Bahaha
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He's a prize fuck wit!
@@bryanp4827 Bill. You need to Chill
@@Qualitymobilevideo I left a comment.....I didn't tag y'all tho. Y'all sell subs etc... or just school all us "can't sit with the cool kids" on audio stuff 😆😆 JK your info is Hella appreciated but now, I need your help/advice and guidance!!! THANK YOU
This guy talks at 1 ohm and now my brain is overheated.
0.75 speed is God’s greatest gift
@@lopsided6393 BAHAHA I have to do that to all my videos now
I'm trying to bass out a moped scooter. Under seat storage is where the sub and amp will be. Should I get another battery for extra power. And is moped 12volt different from 12volt car power. I've had tons of systems most head amp and subs. But only in cars. Miss my bass . Love my moped. Upgrading. Thanks. #jimmysee28......
He lost me at subwoofer...
Lmfao
You guys should make an app that calculates everything for you
They and a lot of audio shops would possibly lose money now that people wouldn’t need to go to them to know all that stuff. Which then leads to them not being able to sale them their services. BUT if they made an app for a couple of dollars I’d buy it lol.
There's something out there like that, it's called Ohm's Law :)
@@GlycerinZ damn! they beat us to it
There is one it’s called “calculator”
Lol at responses & I still think that's a great idea, Manuel.
so can i choose any color?
Ivan Bossi , so long as you run an extra battery and install a bigger alternator.
Jack Sew lol
Yes but the power cable must be burnt orange kind
Red is the loudest.
You lost me at hello
Haha
Sound about right
😂😂
@@catalingabrielgradinaru1495 HELLO lolol
I think this matches me at the moment lml
Hold my hand and draw me pictures.
Me too
Me three 😢 lol
Me four
Me five. Fook, I'd even shake it for you but no more then twice.😅
dude i failed algebra 1... twice
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Jesse Moreno i failed algebra 2.. twice😂😂😂
Me too jesse..
ITS THE TEACHER MAN. I BELIEVE IN YOU!
😂😂😂😂😂
This was really helpful man I appreciate it.
I appreciate you
CHEAH
How🤯
This man is everywhere
Cheahhh!!
This guy makes me want to wire my amp down to .25ohms and turn all the nobs to the right and just go crazy with a 10 minute 20htz sign wave and light cigs off the fire I start.
Lmfao 😂
Best channel review ever
I dont care who you are thats funny right there lolol
😂😂😂
I don't know whether to laugh or kiss you, no shit, so funny, but its very sexy when u talk like that- get low!
My brain is broken
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Out of the many vids I've seen in this section... this is by far the most simple and direct explanation I needed
Excellent video! I couldn't have asked for better instructions. Even as a noob, I'm totally confident I can make what I have work and I even know exactly what to upgrade when financially able. Muchly appreciated!
Awesome! Glad you were able to retain all the info!
I really like the way you thoroughly explained everything in this video. Also the way you remind people that you aint got time for if he all this and go relined it and find out for yourself. I feel like maybe more teachers should follow that method.
Lol I'm glad you understand we can't hold eveyrone's hands
WHY DO SOUND SYSTEMS HAVE TO BE SO CONFUSING AHHHHHHH
Im with you bruh
There really not once you work on one
@@jaredalexander3403 I'm about to connect an amp next week as part of my job training. A lot of it has to do with consistency -- to keep exposing myself to the same information in different ways until it finally sticks.
@@damienholland8103 u in LA wanna do an install ? Lol
Dude.... you’re the air beneath my wings, you’re the rock that I cling to in a storm. I have to watch this video about three more times, but I now speak ohms, RMS, and dvc. Thanks dude.
Watch it four more times, for me....
Freakin great explanation! Definitely going to re-watch...maybe MANY times. I want to design/build my own system and needed this information. Thanks so much man.
Glad it helped Deke!!
@@Qualitymobilevideo 🖕
@@bryanp4827 Bill. Chill out
He’s got that “top 10” voice
FPLtips channel in youtube is the best voice I have ever heard in my life. Most of the people watch his channel just to hear his voice, not the content LOL
Thomas Joseph Biggs on god lol
On moms . Lol
This video was incredible. You made something I was clueless about fun while you made me feel like I was being personally berated. Loved it! I wish the cursing hadn't been bleeped out. Your comedic timing with the facetious outbursts were spot on and made me truly laugh. Thank you
Glad I could help!
I can't thank you enough for creating this video because I just spent several hours trying to explain exactly what you just threw down to my son and his friend my third son I sent them the link thanks again
Glad it helped! It can be difficult to grasp without visual representation, that's why I spent so much time making all these graphics
I’m glad I saw your video. Been studying for almost a month for future set up sub woofer. Either gonna use car amp+psu or an home power amp. Gonna compare where I can get less. But no brainer subs for cars are meant for car amps. Most of the local videos I watched here are recommending 1500w rms mono car amp to match for 500rms sub speaker. For the head room I guess. Now that my mind is in peace. Just gonna add 20% more from the speakers rms then boom all good. I only need to know 1 last thing. Matching amperage to the amplifier. Thanks for your vid mate! New sub here from Philippines 🇵🇭
i been watching videos all day just QMV I've learned a lot feel like a pro without the tools lol good shit though much respect
That's awesome Francisco!!!
Well I hope my local stereo guy paid attention cause Im more confused then before lol
This was by far the best video I came across while trying to learn more about this topic. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
This is a really very well put together video. Covers everything start to finish.
Woo!
great video ! been dealing with car audio pretty much for almost 10 years and i still learnt something new ! well done
Awesome!
Absolutley incredible explination. Great examples. Best taught video on CZcams, upload some tutoring courses lol
Thanks William! We actually just added an update to the video: czcams.com/video/cyq-ivMDXgU/video.html
Honestly I'm pretty solid when it comes to basically anything to do with cars and math, but dude you blew through an entire math class curriculum in 12 minutes. It was impressive to say the least.
:)
Damn I needed that....wow ppl are so dumb when it come to music but you made it look easy 😀 I’m 40 and I’ve been doing this all my life never seen it displayed like this before.....good job
Thanks bud!
Hey man! Awesome video! And you're funny. I have an 8 in kicker comp r and kicker dx1000.1 amp in my svt focus and it bumps!
+Jose Can Lol thanks Jose! Helll ya love kicker
Quality Mobile Video you're welcome! I love kicker too!! Stop yelling lol
Nice job! Very educational for stereo installation enthusiasts.
Thanks Jim!
how come half of my amp is burnt inside without burning fuses first? battery power line has 60A fuse and there are 2 fuses on amp each is 30A, i thought these would cut off first before the amp burns, what could the cause be? thanks
Great video and well explained.
In the video it shows a kenwood 5208 a couple of times with a PAC level converter, I was wondering why would you use the PAC when the amplifier has a high level speaker input?
Why are you always yelling?
The Fishing Experience this fucked me up, I read this comment exactly when he said it in the first 30 seconds
SO You, Him , Her, and All to HEAR ... i'm sure u heard many u-tuber chnls, QUIET as a bug in ur rug ? ...
@@jamiemeyer2483 THANK YOU JAMIE! It's called projecting jeeez
@@JamesDeveneyProductions ha ha
This is an actual sales tactic (not that he's selling anything but it's a widespread tactic many people use in the media and salesmen also use it too). Raise the voice, enunciate clearly, talk faster (but not too fast), use hand gestures to show confidence and help articulate the idea,
Nice video!
Thanks!
Sonic Electronix yeah thats amazing
Thanks you soooo much! This video really clarified my confusion. Keep the vids coming!!!!
Man, what you're saying sounds like chinese to me! So much information. I need to find a newbie video that teaches the basics, like what's an ohm, then I'll come back and watch your video again. Alot of useful information though, thanks!
Lol sorry bud! This is about as simple as I could make it. Just watch other vids, you'll get it!
he knows what he is talking about good video!
Thanks for watching!
Im an engineer and you explained this pretty well. Simple dc circuits FTW
Thanks!
My amp has no RCA hookups Anna aunt how you hook it up
My amp has no RCA hookups on the amp the red and white wire how you hook it up don't got hiccups
Hello
I have pioneer gm-a6704 1000w and woofer 1400w 310dvc. Is this perfect match?
Everything u just said is like me putting my nicely wrapped earphones in my pocket and pulling them out all tangled up. Everything u just said is scrablled in my brain.
Too much info to digest; my brain stopped working... lol!
Hi i have to sub combinatin 800 watts rms i used mono gmd9601 at 1ohm its good thanks
If you dont know what hes talking about. You probably own a Kicker.
I own 2 kickers but I'm understanding a pretty good amount of what he says 😂
dual 4 ohm Fi BL 12 here but this shit doesn't compute at all... numbers don't make sense to me.
Vasquez is kicker bad?
Rivxrv yeah that makes since.
2400 watt amp mono block 1 channel sub 2'15 kicker comp c. Bass up gain up bass knob up bass up in car. It rocks bang but not pushing them. Had a zx1000.1 amp to kicker comp bang crazy insane. Sad they no longer make the zx amps
great info on upgrading my car audio system. Thank you QMV!
Glad to help!
I have the Power Acoustik GW3 12-Inch RMS is 1200. I use the Razor Series 5-Channel Car Amplifier which is 2500 watts.
The Subwoofer Channel RMS Power Rating:
4 ohms: 400 watts x 1 chan.
2 ohms: 600 watts x 1 chan.
Right now my woofer is wired at 4 ohms, is my woofer underperforming even though the bass sounds really good? Oh, I also have two 6 inch mids on the amplifier. I believe they are 2 ohms I'm not sure but I am more curious about the sub.
nice video very informative👍
I know what im doing and he confused me. lower ohm load will sound loud ,bad for amp. higher ohm sounds good and makes you wish you ran it at at .5 ohm
@5.39 OMG that the exact amp i have(GM-A3602). got it at walmart for $40 but I'm already replacing it lol just got my sub installed after 2 weekends of work and hours of youtube videos. managed to get it right on the first try but the amp is severely underrated for my sub(370rms) so im replacing the pioneer amp with a MA Audio HK298 (400rms output at 1 ohm) . These videos were an integrall part of getting this project done Thank you so much!
Fyi I immediately subscribed. This was clear and concise thanks again
This was a great educational video!
actually, it wasnt. He talks too fast
@@TooloxAlfa actually, it was. Your brain just took that long to process it
Great information....
Thanks!
Quality Mobile Video I'm trying to get a full understanding, I ordered an 1800w rms/3000peak dual 2ohms (1.4 dc). From that I'm trying to have that 1 sub & the door speakers wired to the amp, but I don't understand what I should get...? I had the perfect idea of brand (Orion), but tbh idk how to read everything out. HELLPPPPP
Hey I have an audiobahn aw1200q 4 ohm dvc subwoofer and just curious on how to wire it to 2 ohm and also need opinions on amps
Honestly this was really helpful i played it back many times to get a greater understanding each time thank you
The ohms section really fried my brain. I still don't to get it :(
BLK13 it’s been 2 years since, you you get it?
@@lilbutts5107 That's where I got messed up, too. Ohms, impedence, and parallel / serial wiring.
@@damienholland8103 i know im really late but if anyone sees this is and is having issues, look up some diagrams! specifically a website called 'crutchfield' that allows you to put in your set up and it will tell you how to wire it up! super easy.
The ohms section got me when he started with the 3 subs. He said 3 ohms or 1.34 ohms. I didnt get how he got 1.34 or hiw hes saying 3 or 1.34 like its the same thing
@@Twhite97 and exceeding is up or down
im fried
I need your help bro, I have a bmw 650i with the Bang & Olufsen sound system but want to add bass. I’m looking at a Rainbow GL-S10 S2-4ohm 10” speaker with a Helix P TWO
2-CHANNEL HIGH-RES AMPLIFIER WITH INTEGRATED, ACTIVE CROSSOVER AND DIGITAL SIGNAL INPUT. Also I forgot to mention I also ordered the bavsound 8” subs for under the seat. My question is could I hook up the 10” & 8” subs with this amplifier comfortably with no issues thanks
hi I’d like to add on my car an 12 '(600 rms - 1200-Watt 4-Ohms) subwoofer, and a 6.5-inch midrange (500W Max, 250W RMS, 4 Ohms) and 2 JBL tweeters (3/4 size) to give stereo sound in the box. That is my idea, so what is a good amplifier and type for all these? need 4 channel class AB? or 5 channel. thxs
Sooo, RMS is everything in both sub and amp aspects...don't over-power or under-power both sides..? Definitely watching the video again.... Lol 🤔
I'm a sub and I approve this message
Makes perfect sense to me. Thanks man
Man this guy👌🏼👌🏼😂😂he should be the one explaining everything on this channel
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"Heat is the enemy."
//mounts amplifier partially upside down on the back of a seat without active cooling//
Hold up...
I still dunno watafish you talking. But i do learn something today.
+Ah Jack lol is there anything specific you don't get?
Hey i need some help i wanna use the skar evls 12 inch subs right 2 of them with a taramps 3k 1ohm which model subs i need 2 ohm or 4ohm
Is it ok to run lower max watt subs on a higher output amp? For example I have 2x1200max watt 4 olm subs and a 1500 RMS @2 olms monoblock amp. If it is ok, should I use parallel or series wiring?
Never take the Lords name in vein. Thank you for the awesome information !
Delightful Douschebaggery fuck thst. Not everybody is a part of your religion.
@@BoostedPastime so be disrespectful of things you are not part of by default.
Vain*
This was awesome!
Thanks!
Watch it 3 times n you'll have it down this guys a good teacher
I have 2 4ohm subs comp10. The kit came with a 2ohm stable monoblock amp should get a different amp? My subs are 300w peak. What is the best amp for my setup?
This is over my head.. how the hell did you learn all this stuff??
And how that person learn who teach him !!!!!🤔🤐
This is the easy stuff.
@@dalanwanbdiska6542 bro i know this is the easiest stuff but for them who is not from this line they can't see this is easy.
Ohm my god! This is killiwatting me.
Hello, I'm wondering if you cane help me out I just bought a Skar skv2-2500.1D (2,500 Watt Monoblock Car Amplifier) I was planning on buying the (EVL-2X12D4 | Dual 12" 5,000 Watt EVL Series Loaded Vented Subwoofer Enclosure) But I'm not sure how it will run in my car I was planning on buying a second battery because I would imagine my stock alternator wouldn't be enough. Basically my main 2 question are... will those subs work with my amp? And what kind of battery would I need.
I just got a Rockford P3D4 10inch. I wanna run 1 amp for this speaker along with 4 LiL small voice speakers 6x9s. The 10 inch says RMS 500w ... what amp can I get to run everything ?
I'm sorry, are you saying "woooofers"?
I have no idea what dogs have to do with dope bass either
Most of the car alternators will have difficulties to keep up with the P1000 amp.
At what point do you recommend upgrading the alternator?
im looking to buy a prefab box whit 2 12'' sub running a total of 1500watts on there site it says 4+4ohms what does this mean it is the Hifonics MXT12DUAL whit a Rockford Fosgate T2500-1BDCP amp is this a good match or is this bad im new to building my onw subwoofer install ?
4+4 means its a dual 4 ohm voice coil setup
hi, im on a budget, I want a sony headunit, it says 4 way 55w rms, and want to combine with 4x45w rms speakers, is that ok, or it will just blow the speakers?
Who is still lost after seeing this
This video made give up trying to get subs for my car. If you say however again I'm going to lose it.
Thank you for this Video, I just Matched my system by Using a USA made Kicker 4 ohm S12L7 Sub (750WRMS) in a 3cu.ft. Ported box with a Punch P8002 amp and P4004 for Mid's and Highs. Using Hertz Hi Energy speakers OLD SCHOOL
Will see how it turns out.
Hi i got a pioneer amp at 1200 rms at 1 ohm monoblock class d. I got 2 x subwoofers of 1000rms each dual coil 4 ohms. I have wired them in parallel to 2 ohms which makes it 1ohm at the amp since its mono. Please correct me if im wrong. Are my speakers getting damaged due to the amp being under powered or isit safe as the amp doesnt have enough power for both speakers?
Hate math class good video tho lol
I'd like to find a good EQ again I had one years ago. I got a. Big xtant Amp and a 15 in sealed box on 8ohm load. DVC. I love weed and chubby girls.
What do you think about a Skar Audio Single 18" 2500 Watt EVL Series?
Question, I have an r/e amp Dts 1500.1 rms (1x410 @ 4ohm)(1x700 2hom full fre) (1×1000 10hz~40khz (fre resp 17~180 and 2 jL audio w7 12 -3 series 3°ohm.. Is this a good set up ?
I fucking love this shit! WHY ARE YOU WEARING A CARDIGAN?!
My man what
Hi I have 2 10inch edge extreme subs both 1ohm each and 1500w each with 3000w max each I'm having a ported box made which is 30inches by 15 inch by 15 inch what amp would I need to power these properly thanks
I know I need an amp with an integrated cooling system but which do you recommend for my large trunk that traps heat in the summer???
Good shit 20 vids in 1 ohm haha
I like chicken
So I am attempting to install the ss ws82 subwoofer into my brother's 2008 Toyota corolla car. its input is 150 watts, I want to add it to the car and leave the original speakers the same. can I get by with a 160-watt amp? it is hard to find exactly 150-watt amps online for cheaper. or any other suggestions?
All I wanted was to know is how many ohms my 10” sub and my 430 rms amp needed😂 but I learned a lot more thanks!!
Glad it helped!
aaaaah so e=mc squared i get it now
Nailed it!
Haha your weird as fuck! Nice video man! Thanks heaps
Thanks Al! Shouldn't have messed with that horcrux man smh
I bought a 12 inch wetsound rev 12 - 4 ohm sub (500 w rms-1000 w max) and a fusion mono amp 500w at 4 ohm / 850 w at 2 ohm. Does that work?
I have 4 hifonics bze65c speakers an tweeters with 4 hifonics 12db/Oct crossovers ,also have 12inch 750rms kicker l7s in ported box .
What kind of amp should I use for this set up?
I do have 2 amp one that is a monoblock d amp an another that is a 4channel amp both over 1200watts I was planning on buying a planet audio monoblock d 2500watts amp to have more watts if I decide to add more stuff later or a 1200watt one .
Do I need two amp to run all the speakers an sub or can I run just one monoblock d amp for this set up?
Also do I use a 4gauge wire or do I use a 0guage wire since its bigger an more powerful/better quality?
Also for the 4 hidonics speakers with the 4 crossovers should I use them or should I get something else I have a 2016 ford fusion se .any help would be appreciated.
I’m getting two 15” deaf Bonce subs with a 1700 watt rms on each they are dvc with 1 and 2 ohm capable do you have any advice on an amp
Guys i am going for a Sony 1800watts sub , i already have 2 x 500watts speakers, i need a good amp to match the setup. Any suggestions?
I've got 2 Kicker 10" comp c in the trunk of my Camry with a Kicker cxa300.1 amp. Is that amp too small?
Would I be able to match a Rockford db13 750 watt 3,000 peak with a l7 solar barrack 12? They both are 750 rms but different peaks