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Old 10-16-2009, 09:56 AM   #14 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by teejnut View Post
hmm... drilling isn't an option for me since i'm leasing at least somewhere that visible. i'll figure something out when i get the amp in hand.

regarding the amp. wouldn't that be too much power though? say i get the PDX5 and the focal access 165A1, unbridge the amp is producing 75w RMS while the speakers are only rated 60w RMS. this goes along with a general question i have regarding RMS ratings. do i want to match up the RMS ratings of components/sub to the amp as closely as possible? or how does that really work/matter?
Focal underates thier power rating big time!. If they say 60 watts, you can safely double that and you will be fine. Like i said before about Focal, thier are extreamly efficient and will not need a lot of power.

For simplicity sake and cost savings I recommend a single amplifier. You dont need a 5 channel amp. A 4 channel properly configured will be adequate. Also Class - D amps are more efficent and will be easier on your electrical system. Most people dont realize that a car audio amp will quickly destroy your battery and alternator if its drawing more current then it can support.

I would not exceed 600 watts rms total in this car without changing your battery or you will be replacing it in a year or less.
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