When I install a new system, I will want to run at 4 Ohms and not 2 Ohms, right? This would produce better sound quality?

 

That depends on the head unit/amp power and impedance rating along with the speaker configuration, power rating and impedance. For starters, you want everything to match.

 

this will depend on the both the speakers and the amplifier(s) you choose.

for front speakers, you probably won't have a great deal of choice on whether you run 4 ohms or 2 ohms. typically, front speakersa are more limited on how you can configure them w/o running into fader and/or balance issues. and most components come configured for 4 ohm loads. if you're considering the Kicker RS6c, those are 4 ohm components.

for the sub, you'll need to consider whether the amp is stable at 2 ohms in a mono configuration (which i do not belive the Kicker 800.4 is). if you use an amp that is stable at 2 ohms mono, you need to be aware of the power handling abilities of your sub(s). otherwise, you'll need to plan to run a 4 ohm sub load.

outside of stability and thermal issues - there should really be no discernable sound quality difference between a 2 ohm or 4 ohm setup. it's mainly an issue of power.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by PJK3
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for the sub, you'll need to consider whether the amp is stable at 2 ohms in a mono configuration (which i do not belive the Kicker 800.4 is).

 

really!? i wonder how you might know that??

mmm... i bet it gets toasty!

 

I think I have this figured out. The Kicker 800.4 will do 4 Ohms Stereo, unless you want to mix stereo and bridged, the you can only run 2 Ohms stereo while the other 2 channels are bridged for your sub.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Ajjra
[B]I think I have this figured out.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by PJK3
[B]really!?

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by TepEvan
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It's true.