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TJ91 · 11-08-2008, 04:04 PM

200 rms is honestly nothing, i have a single MTX sledgehammer and its running 400 rms, that is good base, but my bro is running last years sledgehammers which is 600 rms and it sounds great. Im getting the new sledge hammers which is 800 rms and it will be more then enough, but there will be enough base there to blow away any civics. My friend has an expedition with 2 single sledge hammers like mine, and it runs 800rms and i can feel my classroom on the second floor rumbling. The expedition barely raddles too. I just hope my camaro doesnt rattle. But honestly 200rms is not really that good. If you guys want bass, then you need a serious amp, but you dont always have to use it at teeth shattering base, just use the control nob. Kickers way sooo much, my installer told me lift the square kicker, and it was soo heavy i could barely get it off the floor. But it had like 1000 rms. Bass really depends on the box, the bigger, and if its ported. I dont want to be preaching to the choir, thats not my intention...

Craig · 11-08-2008, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Txturbo

come on guys.....there are pictures of this option on this site

Those same displays show an optional single-inlet GMPP catback when we all know this car has true duals. Those pictures are for display purposes and don't necessarily represent the final product.

LS3SSRS · 01-23-2009, 12:35 PM

I got some pics of my old system in the jimmy to show u what kind of bass i'm after in the camaro. I made the box and the custom amp rack w/plexi and cooling fans(relayed to turn on when the amp does), i painted it with thunder blue metallic, black base coat. This was LOUD. the glass on my hatch looked like it was gonna break when it was cranked up. the amp is 1500W rms memphis mono @ 2ohms, subs are re audio 1000rms each, 1600peak....so i fed them 750Wrms each. Ported box too, tuned for around 38hz!!

yes, yes, i know it's not all about bass, and i have learned! My silverado has the same amp for 2 10" crossfires(600rms each, they can handle 750), but i also installed another memphis amp, 4channel 75wrms per channel for the speakers. crossfire x6 components in the doors. best sounding system around my town....for a truck.

only problem is a huge capacitor is needed or a dual battery setup/bigger alternator... the 1500w amp draws 150 amps at max.... so i cant crank it up for too long.

TJ91 · 01-24-2009, 12:48 AM

I think you would blow the trunk off with that much base in the camaro! lol
Im afraid to run 800 rms, ill keep it running at about 600 rms and crank it when some silly civic pulls up.
By the way, rockford fosgate amps are really good, they have a bad name for some reason, i dont know, but they always stay cool, never get too hot, and its underrated, my installers amp said 800rms, it had a sheet which showed that it was really capable of running 1200 rms

Mr_Draco · 01-24-2009, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Nexus6

just because its not a stereo on wheels doesnt mean it sucks.some people like loud music,but also want to keep their hearing.

This and some of us are actually generous enough not to have it loud enough so everyone within a mile can hear us.

LS3SSRS · 01-24-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

This and some of us are actually generous enough not to have it loud enough so everyone within a mile can hear us.

say what you want, i like it loud. Yes, the old system could be heard over a mile away..my dad always said he could hear me coming off the highway. LOL(lived on an acreage)

tj91, i like rockford amps myself, i still have a 600Wrms amp that says 943Wrms on the birthsheet. well it's the girlfriends' now powering a 12" type R alpine. extremely underrated amps, and they sound good too. BTW, if your sheet says 1200, your amplifier gain is set correctly, depending on your voltage at idle, 13.3~13.7V, your amp is probably closer to pushing 1000 watts normally. usually the rating they sell amps at is 12Vdc. so 600w@12v, 1000w@13.5, 1200@14.4.... someone correct me if i'm wrong, but i think this is how rockford amps are so underrated.

ArcAngel · 01-24-2009, 10:33 AM

here is my question the BA upgrade system has 245 so this adds an additional 200 making a total of 445?

Never2LowChevy · 01-25-2009, 02:34 AM

Yeah, Ill trust my buddy, Mark Fukuda on this subject. If you know car audio then you know his name. If you dont, then google it. He lived in Bridge City wich is about 10 min. away from me. Ahhh, the good old days....

Vr0d · 01-26-2009, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

yep

GO WITH JL!!! for amps and subs. I'm telling you...you will NOT be disappointed!!!

on the other hand, i bet they aren't that bad...but IMO, you can NOT go wrong with JL. Anyone owning them will swear by them for life.

I swear by these for LIFE!!! They will find a new home in my Camaro. I'm not going to brag and put out numbers and wattages and whatnot, the picture speaks for itself. Anybody that knows JL knows that they have a habit of under rating their equipment. BTW, I did this install myself. For all of the professional installers out there, what do you think of my setup? Can anyone name the components in said pick? If so, you will get +1 internets from me!

LS3SSRS · 01-27-2009, 09:06 PM

^^
300/4 4 channel amp, mono 500/1, and i think 2 12" JLW3's...

*GTAHVIT* · 01-27-2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

yep

GO WITH JL!!! for amps and subs. I'm telling you...you will NOT be disappointed!!!

on the other hand, i bet they aren't that bad...but IMO, you can NOT go wrong with JL. Anyone owning them will swear by them for life.

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Originally Posted by Vr0d

I swear by these for LIFE!!! They will find a new home in my Camaro. I'm not going to brag and put out numbers and wattages and whatnot, the picture speaks for itself. Anybody that knows JL knows that they have a habit of under rating their equipment. BTW, I did this install myself. For all of the professional installers out there, what do you think of my setup? Can anyone name the components in said pick? If so, you will get +1 internets from me!

JL 10W0's in my stepside. loved em. best subs ever.

mcernik · 01-28-2009, 08:43 AM

Have we had any confirmation if there are preamp outs residing in the trunk yet, or are we going to have to wire in a high-low converter off the rear speakers?

Hillbilly · 02-01-2009, 01:08 AM

I'm ordering a BOSE from Paul Harvey HEHE

Vr0d · 02-01-2009, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by LS3SSRS

^^
300/4 4 channel amp, mono 500/1, and i think 2 12" JLW3's...

We have a winner! They are actually JLW3V2s but I'll still give it ya! +1!

01-23-2009, 12:35 PM	#31
LS3SSRS Drives: 2010 IBM SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 805	I got some pics of my old system in the jimmy to show u what kind of bass i'm after in the camaro. I made the box and the custom amp rack w/plexi and cooling fans(relayed to turn on when the amp does), i painted it with thunder blue metallic, black base coat. This was LOUD. the glass on my hatch looked like it was gonna break when it was cranked up. the amp is 1500W rms memphis mono @ 2ohms, subs are re audio 1000rms each, 1600peak....so i fed them 750Wrms each. Ported box too, tuned for around 38hz!! yes, yes, i know it's not all about bass, and i have learned! My silverado has the same amp for 2 10" crossfires(600rms each, they can handle 750), but i also installed another memphis amp, 4channel 75wrms per channel for the speakers. crossfire x6 components in the doors. best sounding system around my town....for a truck. only problem is a huge capacitor is needed or a dual battery setup/bigger alternator... the 1500w amp draws 150 amps at max.... so i cant crank it up for too long. __________________ sold 2010 2SS/RS, 6spd manual, imperial blue metallic w/black leather Blacked out tail/signal lights, 5% rear tint, 20% sides, Dynomax Bullet mufflers, Barton short throw shifter, Clear Image offroad downpipes

01-24-2009, 10:33 AM	#35
ArcAngel Drives: 07 Black Cobalt SS/SC Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Manalapan-NJ Posts: 2,872	here is my question the BA upgrade system has 245 so this adds an additional 200 making a total of 445? __________________ Through HIM you believe in GOD, who raised HIM from the dead and Glorified him..

01-27-2009, 09:06 PM	#38
LS3SSRS Drives: 2010 IBM SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 805	^^ 300/4 4 channel amp, mono 500/1, and i think 2 12" JLW3's... __________________ sold 2010 2SS/RS, 6spd manual, imperial blue metallic w/black leather Blacked out tail/signal lights, 5% rear tint, 20% sides, Dynomax Bullet mufflers, Barton short throw shifter, Clear Image offroad downpipes

02-01-2009, 01:08 AM	#41
Hillbilly Rider of the short BUS Drives: Ukon/F350(work)/Intruder800 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: London, KY Posts: 268	I'm ordering a BOSE from Paul Harvey HEHE __________________ SIM with CGM rallies

11-08-2008, 04:04 PM	#29
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	200 rms is honestly nothing, i have a single MTX sledgehammer and its running 400 rms, that is good base, but my bro is running last years sledgehammers which is 600 rms and it sounds great. Im getting the new sledge hammers which is 800 rms and it will be more then enough, but there will be enough base there to blow away any civics. My friend has an expedition with 2 single sledge hammers like mine, and it runs 800rms and i can feel my classroom on the second floor rumbling. The expedition barely raddles too. I just hope my camaro doesnt rattle. But honestly 200rms is not really that good. If you guys want bass, then you need a serious amp, but you dont always have to use it at teeth shattering base, just use the control nob. Kickers way sooo much, my installer told me lift the square kicker, and it was soo heavy i could barely get it off the floor. But it had like 1000 rms. Bass really depends on the box, the bigger, and if its ported. I dont want to be preaching to the choir, thats not my intention...

01-24-2009, 12:48 AM	#32
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	I think you would blow the trunk off with that much base in the camaro! lol Im afraid to run 800 rms, ill keep it running at about 600 rms and crank it when some silly civic pulls up. By the way, rockford fosgate amps are really good, they have a bad name for some reason, i dont know, but they always stay cool, never get too hot, and its underrated, my installers amp said 800rms, it had a sheet which showed that it was really capable of running 1200 rms

01-25-2009, 02:34 AM	#36
Never2LowChevy Banned Drives: bagged 4 door dually on 22s Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Nederland Tx Posts: 367 View My Garage	Yeah, Ill trust my buddy, Mark Fukuda on this subject. If you know car audio then you know his name. If you dont, then google it. He lived in Bridge City wich is about 10 min. away from me. Ahhh, the good old days....

01-28-2009, 08:43 AM	#40
mcernik Drives: Rally Yellow SS/RS VIN # 3931 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Richfield, Wisconsin Posts: 151	Have we had any confirmation if there are preamp outs residing in the trunk yet, or are we going to have to wire in a high-low converter off the rear speakers?