Is too much power from amp to subs a bad thing?

Question 1
Is too much power from amp to subs a bad thing?...  I have a 720 rms subs running on an amp that has 1200 rms is that bad, if so what amp should I get. I have a Polk Audio db1222 Dual Enclosure 12-Inch Subwoofer running on a PYLE PLA2220 2 Channel 2400 Watt Bridgeable Mosfet Amplifier ( I know its a cheap amp).

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1)   honestly.. if you can get it to run without distortion.. I wouldn't worry about anything. - Adam

2)   It might blow your sub after a while but, if it working dont fix it. Since you have a cheap amp it will probably be fine - jmadd31

3)   Don't worry about it: the RMS power rating of your amplifier isn't 1200 watts, or anywhere close. Check your owner's manual. Your amplifier is rated for 150 watts per channel at 4 ohms, 250 watts per channel at 2 ohms. Usually, that would mean the bridged RMS output is 500 watts at 4 ohms, but the manual lists the bridged output at 300 watts RMS. In any case, it's certainly not likely to overpower your Polk subwoofer system.



I'd worry more about the impedance: your sub box is rated at 2 ohms overall, and that's not compatible with the amp in bridged mode. You'd either have to run the sub box from a single amplifier channel, or take the subs out and re-wire them for an 8-ohm load. - KaeZoo


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Question 2
hows my system gonna sound?...  ok i got these subs

http://www.rockfordfosgate.com/products/product_details.asp?item_id=108299&locale=en_US

with this amp mine came certified at 935 watts rms so thats 470 watts a speaker http://www.crutchfield.com/S-9OY9AEeUzcO/p_206ZX7501/Kicker-ZX750-1.html



so its gonna be banging right?

23 hours ago

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1)   Off the chain mayne! - Wolf

2)   u could probably use a better amp but it should still be awesome :) - Alex


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Question 3
my sound system doesn't recognize mp3 CDs?...  just got a car with a sony CDX-GT330 installed and i've been burning MP3 cds to listen to, but when i put them in, the system reads "NO MUSIC".

is the problem with my system, or my cds? i use sonic mydvd plus to burn my cds.

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1)   unless the deck states it will play mp3 it wont ...they need to be in WAV format or go buy a stereo that plays mp3 - Pig Eating Muslim

2)   That Sony should be able to play CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW MP3 and WMA discs. There's a chance it could be defective, but i highly doubt it.



I'm guessing it's a CD or burning error. Perhaps it wasn't burned correctly. Make sure you finalize the disc when you burn it. Change some settings.



If it still doesnt work, you can try ashampoo or nero (free cd burning versions) from download.cnet.com - Exile


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Question 4
2004 chevy cavalier wire harness?...  I have a 2004 chevy cavalier that i want to replace my factory cd player with one that you can listen to ipod on..i was told at best buy i would have to buy a special wire harness that would cost $150 so my alarm and everything would work. i was wondering why and if GWH-22 harness would work?

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1)   http://carstereohelp.net/



go there... with that site you can hardwaire your stereo in like a pro. - Adam

2)   They are bullshitting you, no need to buy special harness gwh-22 works



the alarm system is totally separate from what the radio is trust me I have work in lots and basically that is how they make their money. - Rafael


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Question 5
Do i need to buy a new car battery and a new alternator?...  http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_2056_Boss+RIPD3+Ripper+Series+Class+D.html

That is the amp i have and i'm about to hook it up in my 1999 honda civic. The battery i have is the stock one i'm pretty sure. If it's not it would be a cheapish battery.



I just bought 2 12' 1400 watt sony xplods. I also have a capacitor i am going to hook up. So will i need a new battery and a new alternator with this system?

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1)   no you should that is some cheap stuff dude no offense the sonys would be running at about 400 watts RMS at i reckon 4 ohm that amp has more than enough power but it is so also not a great amp I'm not trying to boast, i just telling you you may just got ripped off.



but to answer the question you are all good and you don't need to get a new battery or a capacitor you should have enough power in the stock battery. - DJ Wormy

2)   if you had a real 2000 watt rms amplifier you would need the H.O. alternator and battery for sure.

that boss really does about 750-800 if you are lucky. just google 'the big 3' and do that. that should be all you need to do. - draggin


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