Hi, just wish to know whether it will be better to use a monoblock or 2ch (bridged) to power a sub? Some of the ice shop will suggest for monoblock while some really experienced shop will suggest for bridged mode for better control.
Any sifu here that can give some opinion on this?

both oso can, juz see u need class AB or class D, and the quality of the amp. 2 ch has higher output at higher impedance(ohm) i.e. 4 or 8ohm, whereas monoblock has more at lower impedance i.e. 2 or 1 ohm.

For best SQ, AB mono.
For power D mono.
If on a budget, 2ch bridge.

oh that mean if we are looking for best sq, a proper monoblock for the woofer will still be a bette choice?
The reAson I ask is because one of the sifu in a famous shop told ke that two channel is actually better in sq if bridged for woofer, and monoblck is muh more expensive coz the production is quite limited compared to 2channel. With monoblock you will be gettting better power control and cooler operation, with bridged 2 channel the sound control will be better.

That's why I need advise from sifu here, kinda confused.

you're getting very clever le. graduate with flying colors.

why no signature here ha!

Maybe you should explore what another sifu would say.
I'm guessing, he didn't have a mono in stock when you were asking him these questions.
If you were to compare 2ch vs mono for sub amp, you gotta make sure its of the same level.

Case study:
MA Audio mono 400W < TRU tech 2ch X 115W < Zapco 500.1 mono 350W < Diamond Audio mono 375W (this 1 ran 1500W@1ohm)
Yes, a decent powerful 2ch will have better SQ than a high powered chap ayam mono. Once you bring in a decent mono, you will hear the diff.
Bear in mind that I am one of the least SQ icers around. Formally described as "the SPL guy". I would catagorize myself as SQL'er. I want clear, live and in my face.


BTW: what's the diff between power and sound control?

malu mah, so many crouching tiger.

i used to be a guy always go for technical specs. at the end of the day, CANNOT get the sound oso. ter!!!#@$!$@# wasted money and time, change here change there, tune here tune there for years!! fulat
pardon my language..lol

u can't get the sound u want thats becos ur setup haven't arrive from Planet Mars....

This post has been edited by Tohsan: May 29 2010, 10:11 AM

omg it's from mars, HUD be damn expensive!

He already ordered from the neighboring galaxy, but as you know will take a few light years + time with the customs dept.

no point u buy a amp now since u will upgrade the sub later. unless u wanna get a future-proofed amp which cost u some extra

Yea.. Boston GT24 a good bet? 900w rms x 2 chnnl

900 rms x 2 @ 4 ohm?

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This post has been edited by Tohsan: Jun 1 2010, 09:15 AM

Tatas bridged mode at 2 ohm

btw could someone elaborate more on 2ch difference and standalone monoblock? and maybe compared to my current setup which is 4ch amp crossed for the subs, whats the difference id get when i get a monoblock?

r u using 4 channels amp briged them to feed the sub?

yea 4ch amp bridged for subs for now

what kind of 4 channel amp is that? what is the spec?

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Jun 1 2010, 03:42 PM

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=34048347

no good at all?

using a 4 channels amp to power a sub is really wasting your money,beside they r meant more for components speakers since their power is less powerful compare to those 2 channels amp or monoblock tat r use to power subwoofer. u get more bang for your money spent.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Jun 1 2010, 05:09 PM

tohsan, it's juz a beginner's setup la. 1 amp kao tim all. wait till he slowly save up some budget and move on.

well i was told by many that a 4 channel amp could be later on used to power just the components and/or go for active setup. so it wont be a waste at the end of the day

Dun worry. when you feel like time to upgrade, your 4ch can still run your comps bi-amp or go 3way front.

2ch amp or 2ch off 4ch amp for sub:
Sounds ok till you plug in a monoblock of same level

Monoblock:
Fuller sound, more accurate kicks, more evenly spread rumbles

If you're on a multi ch amp for your sub, dun worry it'll work fine.
If you're happy with your sound, you may stop your ICE journey and enjoy the music.

If you constantly search for perfection, it's many ringgit away but when you smile to yourself, its treasure.

yoh krayden many ringgit away eh? how many ringgits u spent so far for ur smile?

hahaha my first smile came at <1k ............... and now i geleng kpala at that system.

basic setup only i suggest, seem like a lot people make the same mistake when they started

thanks, this is the reply i am looking for a i am sure others as well. Maybe ill get the monoblock on my next journey, and sound proofing (f*** the rattling sounds when i turn the volume up on bassy songs)