Subwoofer Install
12-05-2016, 08:33 PM
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All,
I am looking to replace my S5 sub-woofer. I am going to keep the stock amp, but would love to move to a 4ohm low-profile sub. My question is, will the B&O amplifier support a 4ohm load, or will it blow from the higher current?
I saw a couple of posts about sub-woofer replacements, and one post was referring to a 4ohm replacement.
So - anyone replace the stock sub with a 4ohm one and kept the stock amp? Any issues, is the stock amp ok?
Thanks!
John ('08 S5 took deliver in Nov!)
I am looking to replace my S5 sub-woofer. I am going to keep the stock amp, but would love to move to a 4ohm low-profile sub. My question is, will the B&O amplifier support a 4ohm load, or will it blow from the higher current?
I saw a couple of posts about sub-woofer replacements, and one post was referring to a 4ohm replacement.
So - anyone replace the stock sub with a 4ohm one and kept the stock amp? Any issues, is the stock amp ok?
Thanks!
John ('08 S5 took deliver in Nov!)
would like to know this as well, thanks!
12-06-2016, 05:58 AM
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12-06-2016, 06:49 PM
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12-07-2016, 05:22 AM
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I ordered a 8 inch kicker dvc 4 ohm sub since a 10 wont fit in the A3... btw did you ever check the temps in your amp to see if they rose since you have been using you 4 ohm sub?
12-07-2016, 08:34 AM
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The amp does get a pinch warmer, but it has seen some good demands in the last 15 months. If it was going to cook, it would have probably done so.
FWIW, JL does make a quality sub. Kicker - not so much. I wouldn't expect significant results by using a lesser grade/quality sub. I'm not sure if the lower quality would also mean a stronger likelihood of it cooking your B+O sub amp.
I'm sure there are some affordable 8" JL subs from discount places like sonic electronics and such that should work nicely for you.
BTW, I see you're still researching the subject - https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...nyone-2722468/
More reference info for you;
https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...dvice-2909758/
https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...oofer-2721181/
FWIW, JL does make a quality sub. Kicker - not so much. I wouldn't expect significant results by using a lesser grade/quality sub. I'm not sure if the lower quality would also mean a stronger likelihood of it cooking your B+O sub amp.
I'm sure there are some affordable 8" JL subs from discount places like sonic electronics and such that should work nicely for you.
BTW, I see you're still researching the subject - https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...nyone-2722468/
More reference info for you;
https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...dvice-2909758/
https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...oofer-2721181/
12-07-2016, 08:45 AM
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Looking at your Kicker selection, it appears we're on a very modest budget here.
That said, I believe this might suit your needs quite nicely.
JL Audio 8W1v3-4 150W RMS 8" W1v3 Series Single 4-Ohm Subwoofer
That said, I believe this might suit your needs quite nicely.
JL Audio 8W1v3-4 150W RMS 8" W1v3 Series Single 4-Ohm Subwoofer
12-07-2016, 10:01 AM
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Looking at your Kicker selection, it appears we're on a very modest budget here.
That said, I believe this might suit your needs quite nicely.
JL Audio 8W1v3-4 150W RMS 8" W1v3 Series Single 4-Ohm Subwoofer
That said, I believe this might suit your needs quite nicely.
JL Audio 8W1v3-4 150W RMS 8" W1v3 Series Single 4-Ohm Subwoofer
Yes I am researching as much as I can...
the reason I dont got to SVC is that my OEM amp is fed by two channels 100w each... and this goes to the DVC OEM sub at 8ohms each coil... Yours I believe is SVC 8ohms.
The reason I went with kicker is that they are suitable for free air, but would gladly go to something more "higher end" if possible. Pretty much what mandates here is the sensitivity.
I am still looking for as much info as I can.
Thanks,
JC