So, for space and visual concerns, I want to use a 5 channel amp for the stereo that I am building in the vette. I have not come across much as far as 5 channel amps go and am wondering what y'all can recommend to me.

What I have found so far is:

Pheonix Gold Octane Series
MTX
Alpine
JBL
Soundstream
PPI

So, am I missing anything or is that pretty much it. If that is it, what do y'all recommend?

TIA

 

I am going to be running a single 10, 61/2 compnents in the rear and 51/4 in the front, unless i can fit otherwise.

Oh yeah, all of the compnents are going to be Infinity Perfect-I have a hook-up and they sound good for the cash. Oh, and I am pretty much deaf, so I wouldn't be able to tell the difference comapred to anything more high-end.

 

I just bought a an Alpine mrv-f450 for $300 shipped. I plan on using it to power the 4 door speakers, front seperates, and maybe a sub, while the 6x9's run on the factory amp., But untill I get a sub I will push the 6x9's with the 5th channel.

 

arc audio, dls and jl have 5 channel amps that will work well. jps

 

http://www.cadencestore.com/ProductC...9&idproduct=35 Specifications look good

 

I'm using and old 5-channel PPI5480. You may be able to find one on e-bay for around $150. You could also try a PPI six channels like PC660 and bridge a pair of them for the sub. Those old PPI are incredible. And those PC series are even better. They will drive your system just fine. I don't about the new ones though since I have no experience with them.

 

if you dont mind spending the money you can try to look for PPI 5ch amp, they are one of the best amp on the market, i dont have model number but all you have to do is search around and you should find info about it. good luck on the build up.

 

They doo look good-but I have never heard of Cadence-are they any good??

 

They're ok.

I am a DLS dealer. They ahve a 5-channel that's 50x4 and 250 x 1, wich some sweet tunability on the xover filters. Check dls.se and look at the Classic CA-51.

 

www.audiooutfitter.com
They sell cadence and at a good price.
And they have a good return policy and awesome customer service.
You should check out their components great quality for the price.

Good Luck

 

Ok guys, what about Zapco amps? Like the 650.6?

 

Looks good, real good. Nice clean lines. Any idea on price?

 

Ok, what about alphasonik? I know that they used to be really good in the old days. But, since they have been bought over, has anybody had an experience with them?

 

Zapco amps are great - just pricey.

Aphpasonik I didn't even like BEFORE. Give a pass to that shit.

 

You also have the memphis belle. 1300w X 5

http://www.memphiscaraudio.com/produ...cat=&id=29&p=2

 

I was just looking at that!

Ok, here are some more:

Directed D2205
Boston GT-50

I am really liking the looks of the Directed.

 

So, what about the DLS Ultimate A7?

 

The Directed amp is o.k. They just put a new heat sink on it this year with blue lights, the guts are the same as they were, right , Batman?

The A7 is like a G-whiz, and I heard a car w/TWO of them. IASCA champ in its class for SQ. Ran 2 tweets, t dome mids, 2 6" midbass, and 2 10"s.

 

Live from the "Pit" in Vista,

Yes the current 05 amps are a carryover from 04 with the new heatsink. Yet the 5 channel now has an ESP port.

 

Might consider Phoenix Gold R9.0:5 as well
http://www.onlinecarstereo.com/CarAu...roductID=12980

 

Knowing the changes within that company (PG), I would not recommend any of their amps any longer. A shadow of their former selves.

 

Eld,

Since when were you able to get the 5 channel? did i miss this.. I might have to get this for the new car.

Never did see a A7 and i am thinking of changing some stuff around in the TL so if you recommend it.. then it's gotta be good.

ryan

 

they used to make some good stuff. Too bad.

 

elduderno,
They have had some problmes in the past but the new XENON serries are quite good.

 

I'm glad they are going in the right direction... but the Xenon series are not ZPA or Titanium, and the people who made PG amps, processors, and such such killer gear are long gone.

 

Thoughts on the JL500/5 vs the Alpine MRV-F450?

 

Good info, I need a new 5 channel as well.

 

hmmmm, maybe we can get a two-fer deal??!!

Elduderino, can we get a two-fer deal?

 

does the ca51 have 12 / 18 / or 24 db per octave?

 

me 2, im buildin a system for my dads TL

 

hmmm : )

Lemme get back to you all. I'm sure we can work something out : )