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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 06:39 AM
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I'm looking into getting an amp for my components (Infinity Kappa 60.5cs). Right now I have my eye on the JL Audio 300/4 running less than .03 THD. Are there any other amps I should be looking at? The JL's are pricey but if there's no other option, I'll pay the price.


What are all you guys and gals running for Mids and Highs?
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 07:55 AM
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There are lots of very clean amps out there, many much cleaner than the JL amps. But, size, price, and power as a package requires some digging. Getting it to also sound "musical" may be too much to ask depending on price.

Brax
Helix
Arc Audio
Audison
Eclipse
MMATS
US Amps

All, make very nice amps of varying sizes that are relatively clean. Some moreso than others. None are cheap.
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 02:34 PM
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PPI - precision power is a nice choice for components...
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 04:44 PM
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Check out the Boston Acoustics amps. Not alot of flash but boy do they sound good. Fan cooled too!
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 05:36 PM
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I have the Audison LRx2.250 running my mids/highs (Focal 165KP). They sound phenomenal!
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 05:59 PM
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Phoenix Gold is good
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 05:59 PM
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i have the same speakers and my alpine 9833 powers it....and i think it sounds great, will it even sound better/louder with an amp?
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Nhan,Jul 28 2004, 05:59 PM
i have the same speakers and my alpine 9833 powers it....and i think it sounds great, will it even sound better/louder with an amp?
yes it will
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 08:11 PM
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ok, i have a 10" rockford sub, powered wit rockford 1000watts 2 channels, do i need a new amp to power those infinity60.5cs? if so wat kind??
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Old Jul 30, 2004 | 07:56 AM
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Thanks guys. I went with my old Kenwood (Hardly Used) amp running 110 to each speaker and it sounds great! I didn't think it was going to sound so good. So I'll probably stick with this amp. I just need a sub now ! Thanks for all your answers. I'm helping a friend with her car and we are going with the phoenix gold.

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These components are awesome. Highly recommended with an amp powering them.
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