How Good Are Audiobahn Amps?

[kennyg]

Like this one?
http://www.ikesound.com/Prod_Details.asp?Prod_Id=1102

[The_Ancient]

I have been using a Class D for about 2 years, still runs strong

[kennyg]

Are they better than the JBL monoblocks? What about quality as compared to other companies? Sorry to ask so many un=informed questions, I just have no idea what to buy, and would like to try something different. I'm just really cautious when buying a brand I've never owned before. BTW, I couldn't find one, but do they make a mono amp that puts out over 600 RMS at 2 ohms? I saw some that were 1 ohm stable, but was wondering about 2 ohm models. All I could find was 1 that was 560 at 2 ohms. Thanks.

[The_Ancient]

Originally posted by kennyg@Dec 13 2002, 04:17 PM
Are they better than the JBL monoblocks? What about quality as compared to other companies? Sorry to ask so many un=informed questions, I just have no idea what to buy, and would like to try something different. I'm just really cautious when buying a brand I've never owned before. BTW, I couldn't find one, but do they make a mono amp that puts out over 600 RMS at 2 ohms? I saw some that were 1 ohm stable, but was wondering about 2 ohm models. All I could find was 1 that was 560 at 2 ohms. Thanks.

they dont make a Mono Block for 2ohm like JBL does

IMO jbl's blow :P


the A1200.1D puts out 750+ watts at 2ohm, that is what I have, I thnk the new number is A12001DQ or somehting, same amp really

[kennyg]

Well the one I posted a link for is a class AB monobloac, and It's 560 RMS at 2 ohms, unless it's a missprint.

[Civic96]

Is there a website that explains the differences in amp classes?

[kennyg]

Well, basicall, Class D Monoblocks are supposed to be more efficient than class A/B amps, which almost every 2 channel, and still some mono amps are. But, at full power, there is almost no difference in current draw (usually). I don't know about you, but I usually play my stuff full-tilt most of the time, therefore I really don't see an advantage to class D.

[Civic96]

[The_Ancient]

Originally posted by kennyg@Dec 14 2002, 12:51 AM
Well, basicall, Class D Monoblocks are supposed to be more efficient than class A/B amps, which almost every 2 channel, and still some mono amps are. But, at full power, there is almost no difference in current draw (usually). I don't know about you, but I usually play my stuff full-tilt most of the time, therefore I really don't see an advantage to class D.

no that is not true exactly


IF you run a Class AB full bore at 1ohm or under there is little diffeance between the Class D running at 10hm

but at 4ohm there is Large Differances

[Audio Nut]

well ive got the audiobahn 1300 watter...not sure if its class ab or class d....but its a mono...1 channel amp...


650+@2ohms
1300+@1ohm

on the downside....sucker draws some power...nowhere near as much as the jbl amps...


i got 2 audiobahn 700 watt subs...wired up to 4 ohms until i can get a new batt and alt.


tho they only getting...175 a piece...nice tho...still slams...


oh and the lighted vu meter on the amp is dope!!!


the new ones look better tho...


audiobahn amps=$$$