should i get 2 of these or one sundown audio sa 12?
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That will depend on the amount of power you are going to be pushing, if less than 400 watts RMS than go with the P2 if more go with the SA. I am using a 500 watt amp and 2 P2's at 2 ohms and its more bass than I want.
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I think the sundown sa will surprise you, i went from p2 to sa and i aint ever going back. They hit hella hard. I just sold my sa 15 and got a x15.
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Having been into professional car audio for ment years.. I personally would go with the sa-12 if you can afford it. Better all around specs and if someday you upgrade a single sa-12 is worth more used than a p2..
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Any 12AX7-A will work as well as 12AU7A,12AT7A,7025 and others.(output power will vary by tube number).You will have to decide based on whether you want a bass(low pitch) or more of a treble(Higher pitch) sound to suit your needs.I suggest you do some Google or Yahoo research to familiarize yourself with the variations of these tubes as well as the price difference as some of these like the 7025 and some types of the 12AX7-A can get expensive....
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I just got the Emotiva XPA-5 to drive M70 fronts, CS2 center, and M60 surrounds. The difference over my Onkyo TX-NR808 is quite amazing! If you're on a budget the XPA-5 is a good choice. If you have a lot more to spend I'd look at Adcom, Sunfire, and Parasound equipment. I haven't listened to them but from what I've read you won't be let down. I still think the Emotiva XPA-5 is one of the most underrated products on the market. For the money, it's an excellent option. 5 year warranty gives peace of mind.
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I'd personally wouldn't go with Bose. You can do a lot better. Look into any of the energy 5.1 systems which will be cheaper and have far superior sound and build quality in the same size package. Or if you can swing an extra 200 look into the SVS prime satellite speaker 5.1 speaker package in black oak for $1000. With out a doubt the best bang for the buck under 1k
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I would consider a bigger amp because of the 2 12's and you need more power. If you bring to 2ohm load then you can power with any 2 channel or mono with sufficient power. Check the power rating of the drivers and will help in your decision. Hope this helps.
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Never used the Bose L1 I find the SA 220 great for running open mike nights and doing solo acoustic gigs its plenty loud for a small to med sized bar no need for monitors and everyone that plays through loves the sound. JK
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Definitely the SA-12...I love mine and it is rated very conservatively. It's rate 600rms, but I'm throwing 1200rms at it and it takes it like a champ. I've had experience with all 3 subs and I'd say the sa-12 is the best by far, but it all depends on the box and the amp. You can make the best sub in the world sound like the worst if it's in the wrong enclosure with the wrong power. I hope that helps you.
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I would go with the ones that require more power. The 690's crackle at high music volumes, but work well for DTS movies.
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Definitely SPL, if you're looking for SQ go with something similar to a jl w3 or higher in a closed box. Spl and low freq go with a set of these and port them to 32-34hz. Sundown can handle alot more power than whats on the box and they get really low. If you're looking for a good SQ that can get loud when you want go with sundown 8s in a closed box and run at least 1000w.
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I think you should go for the pair! Only one speaker will give you a mono sound, get the pair and listen to your digital piano in stereo, nothing is going to beat that sound!
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You are right. I purchased one and had to return it after I realized. Get the irad 230. I like it a lot. It is very discrete. I use it often with just audio and works fine.
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I haven't heard a Sundown SA-12 before, but I can say that the Alpine Type-R 12" is a beast of a sub and overpowers my mids and highs, or say, they can't perform anywhere near as crazily as the Alpine can.
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Hi James, Can you provide me with a little more information on your speaker set-up objective? If you already have a set of A5+ speakers and a subwoofer you have a pretty sweet 2.1 powered system. Two A5+ speakers, a sub and two P4 Passive speakers with a N22 creating a 5.1 system would blow the doors off. Space may or not be an issue for you, but I would go with the A2+s' and if if you're seeking overall better sound either through your speakers or headphones, add a D1 DAC. The sound differential with the DAC (running through a usb) as opposed to the internal sound card is significantly better. Not sure if this helps. If you want to drop me a note relative to your overall objective (music preferences, gaming, room size, etc.) I will respond. My initial reaction in that A2+ would be more than sufficient, give you everything you need and not consume as much space. Again, think hard about adding the DAC from Audioengine.
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Not sure, chat with Bose on their website and they will tell you exactly which one to buy.
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It's gonna be better to get two having one hooked up to 400 rms is overpowering the sub having two hooked up to 185 is not overpowering it but it isn't gonna under power it so 2 is the better option
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SA-12 in a proper box (2.0cuft tuned @ 33hz) on 900-1000 clean watts (it can handle it, trust me). This more than outperformed and sounded cleaner than my buddies 2 p2 12s on RMS power.
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And ya like Ray said.... If you're getting two pairs, you should get a 4 ch amp. If only one pair, a 2 ch will be fine.