How much can a car amp power a sub?

Question

Hi guys. I really want to put a amp and sub onto my Sony CDX-GT270S CD Player in my car. I'm just wondering how can I match up my stereo to an amp and sub? Could I power 1200w sub from a 250w amp, or a 250w sub from a 1200w amp (would It blow up), for example. Do you know which are the best brands? I'd really like to learn heaps about subs and amps, and It's my first time to Yahoo, so anything you can tell me would be great! Cheers. Jake

Answer 1

im guesin ur goin to buy the sony xplode subs, dont they suck get some rockfords or sumthin

Answer 2

The AMP power should alway be LOWER THAN the sub.

Otherwise you will over drive the sub and blow it.

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The brand is more like taste, everybody has their own favorite.  

good Luck...

Answer 3

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Answer 4

well dependin on what kindda car or truck y have and what ever sounds good to u but there r subs out there that will knock your scoks off

like mine

4)12'' orion hcca 12.2ohm

4)orion hcca-d5000 Amplifier

orin 6" X 9" coaxlal speakers c2.69

orion 6.5" 2-way component speakers 6.2

kenwood excelon XXV-05V -flip up 7'' touch screen