Can a 4 OHM LOAD (BRIDGED MODE) DAMAGE an amplifier?

Question

IF i have a dual 2 ohm DVC subs and wired them in series with a total of 4 ohms impedance to the amplifier. And I want it to receive more power so i would bridge it.. Im just wondering if connecting it in the bridge mode can be a hard work for the amp if it has only 4 ohms impedance? what is the recommended average and minimum load for the bridge mode?

Answer 1

No, it will not hurt the amp, as long as the amp is "seeing" 4 ohms. Amps are made to run at 4 ohm for the best reliability. Some amps can run at 2 or even 1 ohm though. The lower the ohms are that the amp "sees", the more power it will produce, as long as the amp is rated to handle a lower than 4 ohm rating.

Answer 2

it should be fine.

on most amplifiers bridged mode is for 4 ohms only because it should not overheat under that load. if done to a final ohm load of 2 ohms... then the amp will create more heat and go into thermal/protect mode when playd at high volumes for a X amount of time.

but to be 100% sure of what your amp will do, check their specs, and be sure it will not overpower your subwoofer so it dose not become damaged.

also, if you do notice your amplifier to be getting too hot but doesnt go into protect mode.. i would advice you to use a better ground spot and/or get a thicker cable for your ground only.