Subs, Amps, Wiring & Ohms

ShallowGrave

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Ok. I read the FAQ, read Crutchfield's FAQ, browsed with Google and still don't get it.

I have an older Kenwood amp with the following specs: 150 watts RMS x 2 @ 4 ohms; 300 watts RMS x 2 @ 2 ohms; 600 watts RMS bridged @ 4 ohms. I've got 2-10" 4 ohm 150 watt subs. Do I just wire a sub to each channel like I have them wired now, or should I be using one of the other wiring setups? :shrug:
 
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Yes, given the ratings of your particular components, that is the correct way to wire it. You would get more power if you had 2 8ohm subs wirred in paralell and bridged your amp. If you try to paralell and bridge with the 4ohm subs, you will over heat your amp.