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Frequently Asked Questions
How many watts should I make sure my subwoofer can handle? How do I know which wattage is best for me?
If you are looking to buy a subwoofer it is important to know what kind of amplifier you are planning on running as well. The power output of the amp will largely dictate what subwoofer you can run. If you have an amplifier that puts out 200 watts, you will need a subwoofer that can handle at least 200 watts. If you are planning on bridging your amplifier remember to double the wattage per channel when figuring out which subwoofer to go with. In general you will want to power your subwoofer with an amp that can provide 75% -100% of the speaker's peak power capabilities. So if you have a 10" subwoofer that can handle 200 watts peak power then you will want an amp that can put out at least 150 watts or a 2 channel amp at 75 watts per channel bridged together. A 200+ watt amplifier matched to an appropriate 10" or 12" subwoofer is usually a good starting point for some hard hitting bass.
What are ohms? How do they affect my decision when it comes to buying a subwoofer?
The term Ohm is a unit of measurement used for electrical resistance also called impedance. The more Ohms a speaker has the more it is trying to resist the flow of current. For example a 4 Ohm speaker has half the resistance to current flow as an 8 Ohm speaker. This means that current flows more efficiently through a 4 Ohm speaker and that the 8 Ohm speaker will require more power to achieve the same results as the 4 Ohm speaker. Most car audio speakers are 4 Ohms however there are many exceptions such as 2 Ohm and 8 Ohm subwoofers. One important thing to remember about Ohms is that amplifiers have an impedance limit. Most amplifiers can run at 4 Ohms and many can go as low as 2 Ohms, but if you try to run low impedance speakers off an amp that cannot support it there will be major problems. It is always best to run your amplifier at the lowest Ohm load that it and the rest of your system can safely handle because this will provide you with the most power. Many people bridge amplifiers when running subwoofers and it is crucial to remember that many amps can support 2 Ohm operation in un-bridged form, but are not safe for 2 Ohm operation in a bridged configuration. The bottom line is to make sure your amplifiers and subwoofers have compatible in terms of what impedance level they are designed to operate at.
What do subwoofers do? Why buy a subwoofer?
A subwoofer is a large speaker that is purpose built for use with low-frequency sound otherwise known as bass. The usual frequency range covered by a subwoofer is about 20 -200 Hz and popular sizes include 8", 10" 12" and 15", generally speaking the larger the subwoofer the lower the frequency response and the louder it can hit. If you've heard a car driving down the street with a deep banging noise come from the back, possibly rattling the trunk lid, those are subwoofers at work. Subwoofers are a crucial part of your car audio system. Without them your stereo will sound flat and be seriously lacking in bass response. If you want a complete full sound that you can crank up and enjoy subwoofers are a must.
If you are looking to buy a subwoofer it is important to know what kind of amplifier you are planning on running as well. The power output of the amp will largely dictate what subwoofer you can run. If you have an amplifier that puts out 200 watts, you will need a subwoofer that can handle at least 200 watts. If you are planning on bridging your amplifier remember to double the wattage per channel when figuring out which subwoofer to go with. In general you will want to power your subwoofer with an amp that can provide 75% -100% of the speaker's peak power capabilities. So if you have a 10" subwoofer that can handle 200 watts peak power then you will want an amp that can put out at least 150 watts or a 2 channel amp at 75 watts per channel bridged together. A 200+ watt amplifier matched to an appropriate 10" or 12" subwoofer is usually a good starting point for some hard hitting bass.
What are ohms? How do they affect my decision when it comes to buying a subwoofer?
The term Ohm is a unit of measurement used for electrical resistance also called impedance. The more Ohms a speaker has the more it is trying to resist the flow of current. For example a 4 Ohm speaker has half the resistance to current flow as an 8 Ohm speaker. This means that current flows more efficiently through a 4 Ohm speaker and that the 8 Ohm speaker will require more power to achieve the same results as the 4 Ohm speaker. Most car audio speakers are 4 Ohms however there are many exceptions such as 2 Ohm and 8 Ohm subwoofers. One important thing to remember about Ohms is that amplifiers have an impedance limit. Most amplifiers can run at 4 Ohms and many can go as low as 2 Ohms, but if you try to run low impedance speakers off an amp that cannot support it there will be major problems. It is always best to run your amplifier at the lowest Ohm load that it and the rest of your system can safely handle because this will provide you with the most power. Many people bridge amplifiers when running subwoofers and it is crucial to remember that many amps can support 2 Ohm operation in un-bridged form, but are not safe for 2 Ohm operation in a bridged configuration. The bottom line is to make sure your amplifiers and subwoofers have compatible in terms of what impedance level they are designed to operate at.
What do subwoofers do? Why buy a subwoofer?
A subwoofer is a large speaker that is purpose built for use with low-frequency sound otherwise known as bass. The usual frequency range covered by a subwoofer is about 20 -200 Hz and popular sizes include 8", 10" 12" and 15", generally speaking the larger the subwoofer the lower the frequency response and the louder it can hit. If you've heard a car driving down the street with a deep banging noise come from the back, possibly rattling the trunk lid, those are subwoofers at work. Subwoofers are a crucial part of your car audio system. Without them your stereo will sound flat and be seriously lacking in bass response. If you want a complete full sound that you can crank up and enjoy subwoofers are a must.
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