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OHIOSS · 01-22-2012, 08:31 PM

I am putting in a Scosche dash kit so I will be purchasing a new head unit. I don't want a head unit that puts out less watts then the OEM unit.

I may put in subwoofers but not until later, can I use one amp for both the head unit and the subwoofers? If yes, what do you guys recommend the wattage of the amp I need to buy?

I was not able to find much information online so I'm hoping some of you guys can help me out. I want to try to educate myself prior to going to the car stereo place.

Russ

Camaro Steve · 01-22-2012, 08:51 PM

Think it was listed as 275 watts?

Sir Nuke · 01-22-2012, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaro Steve

Think it was listed as 275 watts?

as I remember....thats the number I remember.

CWI · 01-23-2012, 02:42 PM

275 is overrated as many cheap amps and speakers are.

Sounds like you are looking for a 5 channel or 5.1 amp. It will power all the speakers as well as a sub. You could add the sub now or later.

CooG · 01-23-2012, 05:42 PM

Putting a JL XD700/5 in my car if you are interested in an "all-n-one" amp. 75 watts x 4 (at 4ohms) to the speakers, 300 watts to the sub (at 2ohms).

spyderbuddy · 01-23-2012, 05:53 PM

The Cherovlet Camaro Book reads "Boston Acoustics premium nine-speaker system, 245 watts"

OHIOSS · 01-23-2012, 06:39 PM

CooG- Thanks for the info, I was hoping someone would give me a recommendation on an amp. I just placed an eBay bid on a XD770/5. I wanted just 1 amp that would run a subwoofer if I decide to add one later.

Russ

CWI · 01-24-2012, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by OHIOSS

CooG- Thanks for the info, I was hoping someone would give me a recommendation on an amp. I just placed an eBay bid on a XD770/5. I wanted just 1 amp that would run a subwoofer if I decide to add one later.

Russ

I would think the JL would be a good mid level amp for you.

I will be using seperate amps. I have an extra, certified class D Alpine 1000X1. for two ten inch subs.

sonic13 · 01-24-2012, 02:30 AM

if you have the bosten accoustic, it doesn't matter how many watts the head unit has, cause you go with the low level outputs (cinch) to the amp.

Quote:

Originally Posted by OHIOSS

I am putting in a Scosche dash kit so I will be purchasing a new head unit. I don't want a head unit that puts out less watts then the OEM unit.

I may put in subwoofers but not until later, can I use one amp for both the head unit and the subwoofers? If yes, what do you guys recommend the wattage of the amp I need to buy?

I was not able to find much information online so I'm hoping some of you guys can help me out. I want to try to educate myself prior to going to the car stereo place.

Russ

Vaux96 · 01-24-2012, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by CooG

Putting a JL XD700/5 in my car if you are interested in an "all-n-one" amp. 75 watts x 4 (at 4ohms) to the speakers, 300 watts to the sub (at 2ohms).

The Infinity Kappa 5 amp is another good option also. It is 50x4 and 300x1 at 2ohms. It could be a couple hundred dollars less than the XD700 depending on who you buy from.

You can get a Kappa 5 on amazon right now for about $275. The XD700 would be almost $450.

mpyle007 · 01-25-2012, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by CooG

Putting a JL XD700/5 in my car if you are interested in an "all-n-one" amp. 75 watts x 4 (at 4ohms) to the speakers, 300 watts to the sub (at 2ohms).

The JL Audio amplifiers are the way to go. Reliable and worth every cent. The XD series and the HD series 5 channels are amazing.

dmm3369 · 02-08-2014, 09:16 PM

I just got a 2014 2SS with it and its really not that much better than the sound system that was in my 2011. Way overrated! Its better but not by much.

Cms3717 · 04-22-2015, 08:36 PM

Ya, they suck. I added two Rockford Fosgate amps and a sub to mine with the fark kit from sub thump. Sounds great now. 900 watts

01-22-2012, 08:31 PM	#1
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	How many watts is the OEM Boston Accustics stereo? I am putting in a Scosche dash kit so I will be purchasing a new head unit. I don't want a head unit that puts out less watts then the OEM unit. I may put in subwoofers but not until later, can I use one amp for both the head unit and the subwoofers? If yes, what do you guys recommend the wattage of the amp I need to buy? I was not able to find much information online so I'm hoping some of you guys can help me out. I want to try to educate myself prior to going to the car stereo place. Russ

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