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ZL600 FK · 08-20-2013, 07:02 PM

I was thinking of using the JL XD700/5 amp as it would fit in the stock location and could power a sub. What are the opinions? Will it be enough power for a sub or should I consider a separate amp for the sub?

swizlstik · 08-20-2013, 07:09 PM

I have a full JL system with the stock MyLink head unit with that same amp and two 10" subs. You are more than welcome to give it a listen sometime to form an opinion of your own.

ZL600 FK · 08-20-2013, 07:33 PM

That sounds great!

swizlstik · 08-20-2013, 07:39 PM

Are you going to Augusta on Saturday?

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=314072

ZL600 FK · 08-20-2013, 07:57 PM

I may go, depends on weather!

Meister · 08-20-2013, 08:41 PM

I have installed the same amp you are considering in the factory location with a 10" Infinity sub in vert ******** box. I used the FARK and amp install plate also from ********. The amp has plenty of power for me. I have just purchased JL Audio component speakers to replace the fronts but haven't had the time to install that yet. Overall I'm a very happy with the JL amp and my setup. I also added a remote bass control switch/knob mounted near the cup holder area. That worked out good too.

swizlstik · 08-20-2013, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroMike13

I have installed the same amp you are considering in the factory location with a 10" Infinity sub in vert ******** box. I used the FARK and amp install plate also from ********. The amp has plenty of power for me. I have just purchased JL Audio component speakers to replace the fronts but haven't had the time to install that yet. Overall I'm a very happy with the JL amp and my setup. I also added a remote bass control switch/knob mounted near the cup holder area. That worked out good too.

Very nice set up! I have almost the same. I put in two 10" JL subs though. It's much better than stock that's for sure!!

Meister · 08-20-2013, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by swizlstik

Very nice set up! I have almost the same. I put in two 10" JL subs though. It's much better than stock that's for sure!!

I agree. Swapping out the amp was a vast improvement alone.

Glen e · 08-20-2013, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroMike13

I have installed the same amp you are considering in the factory location with a 10" Infinity sub in vert ******** box. I used the FARK and amp install plate also from ********. The amp has plenty of power for me. I have just purchased JL Audio component speakers to replace the fronts but haven't had the time to install that yet. Overall I'm a very happy with the JL amp and my setup. I also added a remote bass control switch/knob mounted near the cup holder area. That worked out good too.

.get those 650’s installed!!!

Big difference.....again....LOL

Meister · 08-20-2013, 10:31 PM

I know. Got them this past weekend but car had to go to dealer for a little warranty paint correction Monday. I'll get it back tomorrow. Maybe this weekend - hopefully.

ZL600 FK · 08-21-2013, 04:26 AM

Thanks for the information guys - sounds like it will work good. Just need to get the sound system up to par!

ZL600 FK · 08-21-2013, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroMike13

I have installed the same amp you are considering in the factory location with a 10" Infinity sub in vert ******** box. I used the FARK and amp install plate also from ********. The amp has plenty of power for me. I have just purchased JL Audio component speakers to replace the fronts but haven't had the time to install that yet. Overall I'm a very happy with the JL amp and my setup. I also added a remote bass control switch/knob mounted near the cup holder area. That worked out good too.

Did you use the small sub box or the larger one from ********? I was hoping the small box would be enough - do not want to lose the trunk space.

Meister · 08-21-2013, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ZL600 FK

Did you use the small sub box or the larger one from ********? I was hoping the small box would be enough - do not want to lose the trunk space.

I used the smaller one.

ZL600 FK · 08-21-2013, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroMike13

I used the smaller one.

That is great as I was worried it would be too small.

08-20-2013, 07:02 PM	#1
ZL600 FK Drives: 2012 SLP ZL600 #15 (IOM) Convert Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 215	Amp for convertible I was thinking of using the JL XD700/5 amp as it would fit in the stock location and could power a sub. What are the opinions? Will it be enough power for a sub or should I consider a separate amp for the sub?

08-20-2013, 07:09 PM	#2
swizlstik Drives: 2018 Garnet ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 2,183 View My Garage	I have a full JL system with the stock MyLink head unit with that same amp and two 10" subs. You are more than welcome to give it a listen sometime to form an opinion of your own. __________________

08-20-2013, 07:39 PM	#4
swizlstik Drives: 2018 Garnet ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 2,183 View My Garage	Are you going to Augusta on Saturday? http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=314072 __________________

08-20-2013, 07:33 PM	#3
ZL600 FK Drives: 2012 SLP ZL600 #15 (IOM) Convert Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 215	That sounds great!

08-20-2013, 07:57 PM	#5
ZL600 FK Drives: 2012 SLP ZL600 #15 (IOM) Convert Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 215	I may go, depends on weather!

08-20-2013, 08:41 PM	#6
Meister Drives: 2016 Corvette Stingray Z51 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: St. Louis, Missouri Posts: 184	I have installed the same amp you are considering in the factory location with a 10" Infinity sub in vert ****** box. I used the FARK and amp install plate also from ******. The amp has plenty of power for me. I have just purchased JL Audio component speakers to replace the fronts but haven't had the time to install that yet. Overall I'm a very happy with the JL amp and my setup. I also added a remote bass control switch/knob mounted near the cup holder area. That worked out good too.

08-20-2013, 10:31 PM	#10
Meister Drives: 2016 Corvette Stingray Z51 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: St. Louis, Missouri Posts: 184	I know. Got them this past weekend but car had to go to dealer for a little warranty paint correction Monday. I'll get it back tomorrow. Maybe this weekend - hopefully.

08-21-2013, 04:26 AM	#11
ZL600 FK Drives: 2012 SLP ZL600 #15 (IOM) Convert Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 215	Thanks for the information guys - sounds like it will work good. Just need to get the sound system up to par!