My speakers and subs crack and pop while I turn the car on. Solution?

Question

My audio setup:

2 pairs of kicker component speakers

2 kicker ZX1500.1 mono amps

1 kicker ZX850.4 4 channel amp

1 kole audio capacitor

1 alpine 9887 headunit

What are my options to resolve this problem?

Answer 1

A relay or other delay device is what you need. The amps are popping because they don't have a signal until the HU turns on. Try a Stinger SGN21 which adds a 1 sec delay or check the "Pop Eliminators" at www.davidnavone.com.

Answer 2

sadly its the headunit, u need to run the subwoofers/amp to a switch or a relay switch just so u have the ability to turn it off and on,. basically its just 2 much juice when the car starts