Can the KICKER WARHORSE WXA3600.1 Handle 0.5 ohms?

[@wal]

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[@notsure984]

Unless they have to do a re-packaging process in which case. Shit.

[@blakebrockhaus347]

Most clip lights are using a comparator to check if the output voltage is equal to the rail voltage. Since the output meeting the rails IS clipping, those clip lights are actually more accurate than anything that would specifically measure 1% thd. They go off before you reach 1% thd because you clip before 1% thd. Thd is a result of clipping, but is not clipping in and of itself

[@MatthewGuynn-ki8rn]

Gospel

[@quevicular]

Correct and it's obvious when you start looking at the AC wave itself.

[@wal]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@HillbillyRefrigeration]

I’ve found using my amps clip light really saves coils!!! previous to clip lights I was smoking coils 😂

[@quevicular]

@@HillbillyRefrigeration Sounds like you were smokin something else.😂 Just had to say it. Just kidding

[@TBone-yc6zg]

I used to run those Solo 10s. Great little subs. Took a beating and never had any issues.

[@Xtuck420x]

My boy had 2 of the old 12's a crossfire amp I'm pretty sure that's what it was plus a clarion radio all in a astro van and they where bad ass to say the least. You use to be able to hear him way before he pulled up and when he got out front of the house the dishes and picture's would start rattling.

[@joshholden8561]

People are complaining about the price being over 1,000 dollars but I say this u buy this amp and expect it to last for the next 20 years it's well worth the money this is quality kicker amps sound excellent and not only do their rated power numbers but sometimes crush them like this amp does.

[@billwoods9302]

You're doing the Lord's work Big D. The car audio stuff is cool, but the no Bullsh*t measurements of various home audio amplifiers is what made me subscribe. The marketing claims on electronics is so loosely regulated, that it's impossible to know what an amp can really do until you put it through its paces on the Dyno. Keep it up brother! This world needs more like you.

[@bojow8102]

Kicker seems to still be one of the brands that is worth the money they ask. What a beast of an amp! 🔊🔊

[@sHoRtBuSseR]

These are full bridge right? Incredible that they hold up to the sub-1 ohm resistive loads. Even a lot of beefy Korean half bridge amps are really unhappy with that. As a die hard DC guy, kicker has me impressed right now.

[@wal]

Yessir, KICKER has been making full bridge amps for nearly 20 years

[@kipplitz]

Yes, the WX3600.1 is Full Bridge. Kicker has been making Full Bridge designs for well over 20 years as has been stated.

[@tortuga34]

I never understand kicker hate, all of the amps and subs you test seem to match or beat expectations! Great vid BIG D 👏

[@dextermorgan1]

I understand it. They sell equipment at Walmart. That says it all. Looks like they're trying to get away from that now.

[@Dingleberry1856]

@@dextermorgan1many manufacturers sell at Walmart and millions of people shop there, including you, that is a stupid ass reason.

[@tortuga34]

@@dextermorgan1 doesn't say anything. Walmart sells a lot of things. So nobody should shop there?

[@dextermorgan1]

@@tortuga34 It says a lot. Does Sundown sell stuff at Walmart? DD? Orion? No? Why not?

[@tortuga34]

@@dextermorgan1 all great brands, all backed up by videos showing they perform... just like kicker.. don't see what's wrong with where they sell it. I'll buy something at the flea market as long as it works.

[@scottstamm7022]

I used this channel for my Amp choice and figured I'd give Kickers shallow 12" square boxed sub a chance....I'm happy as all get out.

[@Hammerback0]

In a perfect world, everyone would like what they can afford/understand/what fits their application, and not smear what others choose to use. I don't look at any social media due to this. If I had a dollar for every "Skar, garbage truck, dumpster fire" meme, Id be a wealthy individual. If a person is proud of their system, to me, it doesnt matter if its equipment from wal mart and they are using power acoustik amps and subs, wired up from their moms old lamps and toaster wires, if they like it and it makes them happy, Ill find something positive to say about it rather than insult their setup. No matter if you run JP amps and sundowns, or Skar subs/amps, Orion, or the very best amps/subs your local flea market has on the weekend, if you like it, I love it. Same goes for enclosures. If you have a 6X9 "Scosche" particle board enclosure from wal mart, or a Gately Audio Custom acrylic enclosure like the one Big D Wiz does demos with occasionally, if you have something that you enjoy, dont let the genius "clip light doesn't indicate clipping" crowd keep you from continuing the hobby we all love. As I have grown older, all the Ford Vs. Chevy, Sundown Vs Orion and so on, is just a waste of everyone's time and energy. As always, appreciate what u do Big D.

[@wal]

Great perspective 🤙

[@Hammerback0]

@@wal Thank you Mr. Big D. Wiz! Appreciate that after all these years, you still have the patience to read comments! Impressive.

[@APNFORD]

I just got my kicker 15" Solo X delivered today. That thing is bigger than a 5 gallon bucket. Amazing how big it is in person.

[@sHoRtBuSseR]

Here we go! Kicker putting down some numbers! 💪

[@firebirdude2]

I've tested the DD1 on an Audio Precision machine. Clipping LED came on consistently 3-4% THD, regardless of frequency. Just FYI. Not sure why we hold the DD1 as the gold standard. It's cheap. It's easy. It works. It's not perfect.

[@victorlambertt4662]

Back in days kicker made a 18inch sub it was 1000 watts all you need is one yes good old days yes sir 👍

[@chiinofx5717]

1 with a good box is all one needed. Too bad they double in price 😢

[@JasonWW2000]

Well, spl readings were higher back in the day due to the measuring technology. 150dB back in the nineties would measure 143-144 today. Spl systems today are way louder than back in the day.

[@johnd5542]

And can get way lower...

[@JasonWW2000]

​@@chiinofx5717What doubled in price? The original Solo X 18 was around $1500 (adjusted for today's money that's around $2500). The new Solo X 18 is probably going to be under $1000. So way cheaper, definitely not double. The older KXA 2400.1 amp was $1000-$1100. This new Warhorse is about the same, but more power. So definitely not double. The original Warhorse was $10,000. (Around $16000 in today's money). What exactly doubled in price?

[@andyfields4464]

I thought the 80 PRS was supposed to be 5 volt pre out

[@kipplitz]

Great content as always, I enjoyed watching!! Something I like to highlight in this video is when you were doing the half-ohm testing that the amp protection LED came on not the power supply. I think it's really nice that the amplifier let you know what went into protection whether it was lack of power supply or low impedance/shorting conditions on the output section itself.

[@xsivemotorsports]

the Taramps "Clip lights" go off rail voltage and don't actually detect clipping, rather they (Taramps) calibrate the Clip light to a know voltage on the rail to keep people from turning the gain too far clock wise. If you want to test it, play a known dirty/clipped signal at low volume.

[@only126db]

When the Solo X first came out I almost got one but they had issues with them so I waited and ended up moving on before they could get it sorted out.

[@wal]

I think they understand the time period between first mention and release was too long. RONA was involved but yeah it was a hot minute

[@Ben1551]

With the 80prs you need to put the sub level to +6 to get the full 5v out of the RCAs, I think they did it for the headroom.

[@bigprecise81]

I purchased 2 15" Solo X 2 Ohms each and these Subs bang.

[@girthquake9655]

Stopped watching the indi500 for this.

[@BluemanDrummer]

Greatest race and track on earth

[@steelervette]

Rain delay anyways. The Monaco race was decent

[@quevicular]

I stopped listening to people that say that clip lights don't measure clipping

[@Adam-nv9zo]

It was canceled due to lightning the last I heard, so you made a wise choice.

[@wal]

Oh man I need to learn timing!

[@Adam-nv9zo]

Kicker do be kicking.

[@JAM-ur8tj]

Dick Rikulous took it easy on the trolls. Kicker puts a lot of thought and effort into their products. So yes theirs a lot of good things about their products, but you always list cons for every product you test. Keep up the good work💯👍

[@joejane9977]

the clip light is just a clip klop " )

[@dorkultra]

The magnet on the SoloX is nearly as big as the Solo-Baric lol

[@DailyBassinDane]

Love the show Big D I never miss one!

[@joshholden8561]

That free air at the beginning of the video had my phone vibrating in my hand wow is Motorola speakers got some throw to it in my cell phone

[@martinmi5]

Big D, have you ever tested MTX subwoofers on here?

[@crandallexpo0648]

I wanna know why DD audio has not been put on the test line yet. Actual test lines for certified runs

[@bobdodge3171]

Thought in the 90s the solo brought in for small enclosures?

[@thomasbuckler6640]

Can this amp push two 15 solox 15

[@josephmcintyre752]

Very anxious to see, the Solo X 15, in recommend box, on that amp.

[@MrDopey32]

The clip light is for your toast. Lol. 😂😂

[@mauriceshockley6850]

What is the damping factor for this amp or does this matter?

[@JasonWW2000]

It really doesn't matter.

[@mauriceshockley6850]

Can you explain why? Compared to one with or without?

[@JasonWW2000]

​@@mauriceshockley6850All amplifiers have a damping factor. Some are higher or lower than others. It's always measured at 4 ohm. As you wire it lower, the damping factor gets lower. I don't know all the technical details of this specification so I tend to defer to the experts. Kicker did a live video 7 months ago called "how clean is your amp power". Somewhere in that video the question was asked and Joe Hobart answered it. He said it doesn't really matter either because you're not going to hear a difference or all amplifiers have a sufficiently high damping factor.

[@JasonWW2000]

I recommend watching it, there's a ton of good information in there. Plus one of the amps they test live blows up. A Taramps.

[@codystedman1271]

I have a DDZ1 for sale right now and I know back in the day that people used to put these on 16 volts at a half ohm! I would love for you to test this amp at that voltage and ohm load. I've always had the amp around 13.5 volts and I've never ran below 1ohm. I would be very curious for you to test it at 16 volts and a half ohm

[@elcomandante9299]

Do it bump doe?

[@heavymetalrc7520]

Kicker is a top dog for a reason. So they charge top dog prices. I'll gladly pay the extra money for the quality. Let the people complaining get the amazon subs.

[@MRKPORKY]

Do you have a way to search your channel for specific amp tests 😊

[@jasa_3s_bossphilbert824]

Would love to see a dyno of a kicker zx2500.1 2011 model

[@dead6last]

test the new version orion hcca 3k dsplx. Please. did it change?. I am glad to see they stopped with the 4500 version.. i think it was just a rebranded 3k asking more money for it

[@mrkevin365]

Would you be able to do a test on the HiFonics HCC 4200.1 ???/

[@nunyabizznizz7326]

kicker never disappoints, even when they were just stillwater.......👍👍

[@dextermorgan1]

They were awesome when they were "just Stillwater"

[@Fili-uj4gq]

I believe they are still stillwater

[@nunyabizznizz7326]

@@Fili-uj4gq used to be stillwater designs, now kicker by stillwater....i believe

[@joeyholthusen6495]

I'd love to see a good review on dayton audio "the kraken" 21" subwoofer or even the classic series like the 15" extremely curious.

[@johannjohann6523]

I'm still not sold on the "square" Kicker subs. Yes I know they make round. But in nature there are no straight lines, thus making a square. But you do find the circle in nature. If you circular mids and highs but a square bass, won't that get your speakers sound waves out of alignment? Because it's hard finding square mid bass or square tweeters. lol. Or am I just making something out of nothing?

[@chriscarroll3635]

Yes you are making something out of nothing. 😂

[@thegreatgonzo458]

Hey man, the video "Korsair 50000 drainage ditch" video uses your opening music.

[@johannjohann6523]

Have you seen the new "un-coupled" subwoofers. Where the transducer can make the whole rear passenger panel the actual speaker? Doesn't matter if it's metal, or wood, or plastic etc. Just using the available structures around you to become the output for your subwoofers or speakers? I'm not sure I'm grasping this concept in this entirely. I thought the material of a subwoofer's cone is one of the most important things about a subwoofer when buying one. Now that seems to be flipped on its head. Is this really a product, or just some marketing scheme to get people interested in a particular brand. Parts Express offer a number of subs and speakers that can take anything around you and turn it into a speaker or sub. Crazy.

[@dextermorgan1]

I wonder if the new Solo X have that awesome SQ the old ones had?

[@michaelgalbert413]

I want to see you try the phoenix gold cyclone subwoofer.

[@ItsPainnz]

what about xs batteris on a 90 amp alt

[@MatthewGuynn-ki8rn]

Wow!! Good job kicker🤝.. very nice product that we can see the results of real r&d..

[@wal]

I know it's possible to blow up any amp, but this one seems to be as solid as any I've used and tested. Just full confidence it's gonna keep going and bump all day

[@MatthewGuynn-ki8rn]

@@wal absolutely.. 👍 anything can be abused.. but from my results and experience with MANY amplifiers quality doesn't always mean watts . And watts don't always mean quality .. longevity almost always does mean quality. 🤘

[@thomasbuckler6640]

Can this kicker amp push two solox 15?

[@joshuakemp1439]

Did you say 5cu for one 15 thats one huge box

[@gilbertw5370]

Love the content Big D. And for what you do Fluke is a great tool

[@christiandshatto7765]

That sub looks HUGE with even you unboxing it!!!!! (you don't have a line driver?)

[@johndyson4109]

Back in the 80s SONY came out with SQUARE woofers on their home stereo speakers, floor standing.. There was a ribbon cable that rested on the front of the woofer.. They didn't sell that well and were cancelled within a few years.. People said they didn't want to listen to SQUARE sound..lol..

[@devencherry8976]

the competition mode is pretty cool..

[@devencherry8976]

Will you be releasing a review on the new d4s jp 93 soon?

[@donjaun540]

I still have a kicker 18" solo in its box. 🤔 Wonder if it still works ❓🤔 One of these badass amps should drive it❓ Nice video D.

[@danrimjob5546]

Big D , please dyno the MM1005 from D4S when you get it

[@johndyson4109]

Look at the amperage draw! Crazy! I would NOT have an amp. that required over 600 amps. to run it. 100 amps. is stupid crazy enough!

[@JasonWW2000]

You do understand he's running a resistive load and playing test tones, right? There's a big difference when you're actually playing music. There's also a volume knob that allows you to turn the bass levels down to whatever you want them to be. Wattage is voltage x amperage. If to want 4,000 watts at 13 volts, that is 307 amps going out. At 72% efficiency that's 393 amps going in. It takes power to make power. This is physics.

[@Tmanstomp100]

That comment about the honda fit..... You would be surprised I have an MD8000 on a stock honda alternator you just need to make sure you have enough batteries and caps

[@brian6029]

More great info. Thanks man. Have you checked the output on the 80prs rca's lately? Makes me wonder why it's not good enough for the kicker when it should be.

[@wal]

Yeah boi she's rock solid at 5V no clipping

[@timothymroberts2949]

I would love to see you test DD 5000 compared against the warhorse 3600.

[@wal]

Thanks for the suggestion

[@NicholasBellomo]

Is the subwoofer 1 ohm or two?

[@dlcarburetor]

This was a fun video. I like the funny editions by DR

[@DarioBubnjic]

That oldschool sd solo still sounds better than solo x and u can say whatever u want

[@bassjasinski]

Do an amp drag test with the Orion 3000Dsplx vs the Kicker Warhorse 3600 for us fans😂

[@Hammerback0]

He has tested the HCCASPLX years ago. He gave that amp away. I think it made 10,3XX watts @.5 ohm and shut the Fluke down at over 1000A of current draw. (That video was the reason I bought the 3000.1D splx )

[@dead6last]

yes i would like to see the new version tested to see if its the same as old style

[@dextermorgan1]

The subs are NICE! I don't know about the amps though. I think I'd probably have to go a different route for power.

[@wal]

The choice is your's, I'm just here to show off what's out there

[@FrozenPaint]

I've been repairing amps as a hobby for about 4 years and have recently started doing a few Kicker amps. Their low power budget (yellow) stuff is..... fine. Their mid range and above (red and blue) are well built with quality parts. I'm seeing more MOSFETs in both the power supply and output section than what's being used by very popular brands for the same output power. There's a bit more to it than just comparing the number of parts but when a zx750.1 has a beefier power supply than a 1,000 watt amp it's not hard to know which will be more reliable.

[@Packersnbassforlife]

@wal u should be getting some new d4s amps soon.

[@thomasbuckler6640]

Is this amp better than the rockfordfosgate t2500?

[@wal]

Personal preference thing for sure but the KICKER has newer technology and is smaller than the T2500. Both are amazing amps.

[@DibeezyTheGifted]

I would like to correct a mistake I made on the last video when I posted a comment. I said the amplifier didn't have any proprietary technology and I was wrong. I do believe competition mode is proprietary. That actually justifies some of the cost of this amp. I stand corrected.

[@ayemy]

are you getting this stuff free?? if so i'd love to know how, i been rockin the same 10" pioneed for 5 years. not gonna lie, it hits but my neighbors hits harder 😡

[@vcjester]

Spend multiple years making videos, until you've developed a large audience, and enough respect from the big companies to be trusted to give a proper review. Plus the expensive stuff often times needs to be returned.

[@Cheezn4urdreams]

Stopped poopin on company time to be here... can't wait ❤

[@Choralone422]

DR is the GOAT!

[@Morteexx]

All solid amps that not are direct " budget " should have a bassremote with volt/cliplight/temp, that would up the sale alot. Protect would be nice aswell but not the most important for me atleast.

[@d77543020]

So the exact same remote everybody else is using?

[@JonGotBass]

Lolol that was Mr Bassahaulic that made that comment.....it looked like it was measuring clipping to me🤷🏻‍♂️

[@sassinator21]

Big D for the win! Woot woot

[@bozanimal5576]

Marking myself as safe during Clipgate 2024

[@brianermeling2764]

Great stuff .... enjoy the info

[@SouthernFarmingTV]

Get a MBE box for it!!!

[@daveme3582]

The only thing that can generate that kind of power is a bolt of lightning. The only problem is you never know when and where which car it will ever strike.

[@tonytorres8209]

When available

[@wal]

KICKER says by the end of June (this month)

[@stereomojo]

Ha! Thanks BigD!!

[@Patrick-kv1yt]

2:15 the song: bass I love you

[@1970chevy]

But isn't anything under 40hz lost information? According to kicker.

[@opticaldvd123]

Insane power!!!

[@solarandwindinsouthtexasda1473]

You know I always watch all your videos and I have never see you test. hi phonics Zeus 650 Watt generation x

[@DailyBassinDane]

Hey guys I have a question for y'all. I'm trying to decide what amp to go with to push 3 DC Audio level 4 12s. Which would you choose out of these only? 1.) Taramps Chipeo 9k 2.) Banda Viking 8k 3.) Banda Electra Bass 8k 4.) Banda Electra Bass 10k 5.)Taramps Bass 8k 6.) NVX X series 8k 7.) Soundigital Evo 4 8k Thanks if you participated! It's highly appreciated 👍

[@brian6029]

None of them. Good luck tho.

[@SoberBassHead]

Interesting, good amp, however it is kind of expensive for what it is. The JP33 is a better option. I do like the fact that it can handle up to 17v though.

[@d77543020]

You get what you paid for

[@acgrand2553]

Some people just love to hate and to be ignorant too...

[@drewscruis]

is it 32ah or 320ah? you said 32, but listed 320

[@wal]

320ah

[@c0uchsl0uch]

If you happen to run into Dic Riculus can you ask him what year and model car that is behind him? I'm gonna take a guess.....1958 VW ❓

[@wal]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5mnoIOdqM54hqc

[@MrDopey32]

I wish I could get my hands on a ZR1000

[@bayramoglumurathan925]

Thanks.

[@wal]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@david029014]

5 cubic feet?? That's big!

[@413x398]

I ask Dick nicely to give the specs on that blue paint job. He ignored me.

[@kjata77]

That Solo X sounded like a lawnmower!

[@210pitmasterjoey]

I completely enjoy your videos, but most common Joe’s out there don’t have the equipment or power supply. Most of us just have our 12 V battery power in our cars to power up most amps. I guess if you want to go the extreme level you will have to pay to Play

[@saschacubexyz]

👍🆙️ as always😎🤣🙋‍♂️

[@philipeli1192]

Still overpriced,but a beast of an amp.Nice video,especially for Kicker fans!

[@bradmeek]

They need to make an 18

[@wal]

I believe it's on the horizon? We shall see...

[@kipplitz]

Yes, an L7X18 would be nice, wouldn't it? 😉

[@JasonWW2000]

The fact that they had an 18 at the headquarters and were testing it a couple months ago tells you that it's coming. Hopefully in 2024.