SNR vs THD, which is more important (or more noticeable) for amplifiers

optiontrader · 11-19-2010, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by '10Anamoly

My RCAs were like $18 at BestBuy but the audio quality is great, no static at all so far. Made sure to keep the power wire far away from the RCAs. Running them from the preamp out on a JVC headunit.

Still though, wonder what it would sound like with a Focal amp, Focal 6x9's and a nice set of Monster Cable RCA's.

Interconnects in the car: prioritize shielding and flexibility. As long as they're good here, you're fine. So your RCAs from BB is just fine. Power/signal wire separation during install even better.

If you've got the dough, Focal & Audison are great. You can buy more inexpensive amps and still get just as good sound (especially in the car): Alpine, Boston, JL, Rockford; typically at 30-50% the cost of those expensive amps.

I'm not too familiar with Sound Ord amps. You say you want to upgrade, but don't really indicate why. Something you don't like about your setup? Seems to be installed and working fine...

'10Anamoly · 11-19-2010, 06:15 AM

Always in the pursuit of better sound I guess, but no I am very happy for now. Probably will upgrade to the JL Audio amp eventually and call it a day.

90 ST · 11-20-2010, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by '10Anamoly

Always in the pursuit of better sound I guess, but no I am very happy for now. Probably will upgrade to the JL Audio amp eventually and call it a day.

then go with a good 6.5 and tweeter, not a 6x9 in the door.

optiontrader · 11-20-2010, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by '10Anamoly

Always in the pursuit of better sound I guess, but no I am very happy for now. Probably will upgrade to the JL Audio amp eventually and call it a day.

Hehe, then save up for an Audison. Those babies are sweet and smooth.

bigaudiofanat · 11-19-2010, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by optiontrader

Interconnects in the car: prioritize shielding and flexibility. As long as they're good here, you're fine. So your RCAs from BB is just fine. Power/signal wire separation during install even better.

If you've got the dough, Focal & Audison are great. You can buy more inexpensive amps and still get just as good sound (especially in the car): Alpine, Boston, JL, Rockford; typically at 30-50% the cost of those expensive amps.

I'm not too familiar with Sound Ord amps. You say you want to upgrade, but don't really indicate why. Something you don't like about your setup? Seems to be installed and working fine...

I agree all except for the JL for a cheaper brand over priced for what you get. If you get a used one or one off ebay or something that is a different story.

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