Will This Alpine Sub work with this Amp?

[plkalra]

HI People

I got a Alpine 2 channel amp MRP_T406
MAX POWER (EIAJ)
90W x 2 (4 Ohm Stereo)
240W x 1 (Bridged 4 Ohm)

FEATURES

RMS Cont. Power (Watt) (at 14.4V, 20-20 kHz)
4 Ohm Stereo (0.08% THD) 40W x 2
2 Ohm Stereo (0.3% THD) 60W x 2
Bridged 4 Ohm (0.3% THD) 120W x 1

Alright, I'm getting the Type S-Sub from alpine, they offer two types one is 4ohms, one is 4ohms+4 ohms..both of them are 200watts rms..will this amp be okay for this sub....what's the difference between the two subs the 4ohms one..and the 4+4ohms one?

One more question!
For an Accord Coupe, what kinda of box would be best for a 10inch sub

Thanks!

[xivera]

You should be fine w/ the amp bridged for one sub.

The Type S-Sub is available in single voice coil and dual voice coil (that 4 + 4 thingie you're talking about) which provides more wiring flexibilty.

Oh... the sub's spec sheet should give you an idea for the best box dimensions. (I prefer sealed...)

[Marasmus]

The Alpine amps are generally designed to run best at 2.66 to 4 ohms resistance. 2ohm operation is generally not recommended. it puts too much strain on the electronics of the amp, which can theoretically cause overheating and burnout.

2.66 ohms is most commonly used when you have 3 subs - they can be wired in mono to use 2.66 ohms, and they kick some serious thump if you have the wattage behind them.

In a single-sub setup, it would be best to get the single-coil 4-ohm sub and hook it to the amp, bridged mono. The 406 isn't going to knock your socks off as far as power goes, but it should sound good and clean. I use an Alpine T757 pushing two Diamond M5 10's (DVC, at 4 ohms) and it's far louder than I need it to be

[plkalra]

so should i get the dual voice coil or single?
let me know

thanks

[crxlvr]

the DVC will sound better than the SVC but are more money, i went all out and went with the 2-12" Type R DVC in a sealed box, and im very happy with my setup.

[Marasmus]

If you are going for just one sub, get the single coil. The dual coil does not make a difference in sound - the dual coil setups are only there in order to allow more flexible configuration in resistance (ohms).

If you get one dual-coil 4ohm sub, you can wire it either in parallel (2 ohms) or in series (8 ohms). 2 ohms is too low for the specs on your amp, and 8 ohms will rape your power and won't get as loud. So, simply getting the single 4-ohm sub puts you at a safe and respectable 4 ohms. Alpine amps are often designed to work best at 4 ohms anyways.

[sparq]

Originally posted by Marasmus
If you are going for just one sub, get the single coil. The dual coil does not make a difference in sound - the dual coil setups are only there in order to allow more flexible configuration in resistance (ohms).

Yup, good to see someone right on the money -- The amount of voice coils a subwoofer has does not effect the quality of sound... doesnt make it louder, doesnt make it hit deeper... just allows for various design variations. :smoka:

[plkalra]

Thanks!
So the single coil it is. Yeah I just want to add a little thump to the rap/hip hop I listen to. I don't want to take up too much space in the trunk as well that's another reason why I'm going with a single sub. Alright, I got the amp, and I'll buy the sub now, and try the install.

Thanks again


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