How to connect a bass knob to a DSP using PRV Audio DSP 2.4x 2.8x RCA cable amplifier and car radio

A remote amplifier level controller is used to adjust an amplifier's power level, stereo, equalizer or crossover volume form the dashboard or other remote locations. It adds sub-woofer level controls or balances a multiple amplifier installation. Fine tunes the volume of any RCA line level signal you wish to control. This would mainly be used for a subwoofer amp however you can use it to control anything that gets signal with an RCA cable.
Products used:
PRV DSP 2.4X same as 2.8x
PRV SQ11000X amplifier
Kenwood radio
Timpano Audio RCA cables
PAC LC-1 remote amplifier level controller

[@BASSWITHKEV]

Good to see you back on KZbin man we needed the knowledge you have to share

[@12voltfever]

I'm gonna drop videos left and right if you have any video suggestions please lmk

[@TheRepos296]

If you can detail the settings for mids, highs, and lows on the prv processor, like what your recommendations are and how to dial them in would be awesome.

[@12voltfever]

@@TheRepos296 there is no one size fits all answer for this. There are too many variables such as speaker type, what other components are in the system, hour much power is on each component and the application.

[@UrAvgBasshead]

@@12voltfever for subwoofers 4th order and mono amp like Sundown Salt 8k.

[@zme1936]

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[@12voltfever]

Thanks man, more to come if I stop being lazy

[@zme1936]

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[@TheRepos296]

Nice video, straight to the point 👍

[@12voltfever]

Thank you

[@kayone8571]

After searching for hours your close but I’m wanting to know exactly what you have set up on the bench what are settings for subs Only down fall for me is my I have two bass knobs digital plug and play sundown and deaf bonce but I can still put another bass knob in-line that’s no problem and leave others up if I’m going to run the subs off this dsp

[@12voltfever]

What do I have setup on the bench? as in my test bench? Settings for subs on the DSP? RCA bass knob is always the best option.

[@jorgedoimeadios1795]

Love the vid bro help a lot but one question how do I add a epicenter to the perv dsp

[@FAFOChaz]

I cannot find anywhere on the internet explaining how to hook a bass knob up to 2 bridged channels. I have a 4 channel amp and a 4 channel LOC. The 2 rear channels are bridged for a sub. The other 2 control left and right of front/rear door speakers. The bridge works by connecting the positive of the sub to the positive of one channel, and sub negative to the other channels negative. If its using both channels then where does the knob go? Ive been searching for hours. Please help

[@12voltfever]

The knob goes on the 2 RCA inputs for that side of the amp.

[@drvictoria07]

Awesome 👍. Can I use a equalizer and the DSP together?!

[@mattrogers1011]

Thx . Good stuff I have the dsp.but it is a Stetson. They the same thing. Any tips for setting up a three component system.

[@johnnybhageloe8904]

Hello Matt you use the dsp for you subwoofer

[@12voltfever]

yes, stetsom is the same

[@dphipps29]

Is there a way that using this DSP I can still control my bass level through my radio? I see that it does not have input channel for sub from the radio so I’m assuming that it cannot therefore I would have to use a base knob. Is that correct? Can somebody help me please just to make sure I am thinking of it correctly.

[@12voltfever]

@@dphipps29 no, you'd have to run the bass output of the radio straight to the bass amp, which is fine.

[@12voltfever]

@@dphipps29 or yes you can use a bass knob using the method shown in this video

[@dphipps29]

@@12voltfever thanks man really appreciate it.

[@mike67lego]

Thanks for all the videos explaining these DSPs it's helped me a bunch. I'm curious though because my bass amp only has a single RCA input and my DSP will only run a single RCA output. Do I need a y splitter for the bass knob? I can't find many with only one RCA input / output. Thanks in advance

[@12voltfever]

You can use a splitter yes

[@DTB2.0]

​@12voltfever do you have to or can you use just one rca?

[@SlamryCamry19]

I'm about to order one of these for my system and I am wondering how to wire this up with a LOC would I just run it between the head unit and DSP

[@12voltfever]

What exactly are you ordering? A DSP? The main output of your LOC will connect to the input of the DSP.

[@SlamryCamry19]

@@12voltfever yes the prv 2.4 I'm wanting to smooth out the bass and tune better as well as I want it for the limiter function for protection of my equipment I'm just brand new to everything I got ripped off on an install and products and refuse to pay anyone else to do something I can learn myself so far I've learned everything except tuning amps/DSP

[@LegendDynasty-ls9sc]

I agree just got my DSp the tuning difference is immediate

[@DTB2.0]

​@12voltfever doesn't the DSP take the place of the LOC

[@SlamryCamry19]

@@DTB2.0 yes you are correct I am learning as I go and at the time of this message 3 months ago I hadn't even decided to upgrade now I have ordered an entire system from the alternator to two new amps a AAK 6k and AAK 180.4 ,door speakers,new head unit, DSP literally an entire new setup but I haven't quite learned everything yet just received a DD-1 and CC-1 going to learn how to tune everything properly this weekend or next still waiting for the door speakers from D4S and a D4S HD3 single 15 enclosure with a 15" Incriminator audio TYRANT rated for 5K RMS videos of the build are coming weekly check it out if you get a chance maybe you can give me some tips I will always read the comments it's one of the best ways to learn

[@wavycrockett4261]

Hey how do Iink the 2 channels so I can control it with the bass knob

[@12voltfever]

Link 2 channels?

[@wavycrockett4261]

@12voltfever I was told you have to link the main channel and the sub, am I wrong?

[@12voltfever]

@@wavycrockett4261 no you don't have to link anything. A front or rear output from a radio will be a full range signal, including subwoofer frequencies.

[@wavycrockett4261]

@12voltfever Unfortunately I have a Chevrolet with that 💩💩💩 Infotainment System. So I have to tap into a factory radio

[@12voltfever]

@wavycrockett4261 we'll make sure if you have a factory amp you use something like the PAC AMP PRO or just add an external radio.

[@562djbeto]

How do tune amplifier running 400 amp alternator 2 xs d4800 and tintan s5 and running taramp 8k big boss amp start clipp but voltage never drop lower 14.4 and feel like amp has a lot more too push sub 3 skar vfx 15 a lot said people said check rca volts to much amp

[@12voltfever]

Maybe the amplifier is not powerful enough for those subwoofers. Clipping means you are hitting distortion point of the amplifier and its giving all its got. Could also be your enclosure is not allowing the subs to perform properly, forcing the amplifier more.

[@anthonyjones4182]

So my question is what do you set the amp at,should it be turned down, I'm lost on that part

[@12voltfever]

The amp gain can be set as normal. Then use the knob at your discretion. You can also set the amp gain with the knob in the maximum position to avoid over driving the amplifier signal.

[@kevinw.9245]

Hey, great video. Just that I was looking for. However, I have one question. Would that be too long of a signal run going from the DSP all the way up to the front of the car, then back to the amp? Would there be any signal loss from that long of a run?

[@12voltfever]

No, you can make super long runs with RCA. First off, without a DSP, you have to run an rca to the back anyways. The DSP itself acts as a preamp, so the signal coming out of it is pretty strong.

[@UrAvgBasshead]

What do you set the HPF and LPF to for the crossovers? Thanks

[@12voltfever]

That depends on what speakers you are running.

[@UrAvgBasshead]

@@12voltfever setting it up for subwoofers. Currently have HPF at 25hz and the Lpf at 70hz. 4th order.

[@MrMan-ol4ic]

​@@UrAvgBasshead if I'm running a sealed box or a ported box? I'm running sealed Right now. I did just get the PRV DSP2.8x. Would I tune the high pass at 25hz and the low pass 100hz?

[@UrAvgBasshead]

@@MrMan-ol4ic high pass 25 & low 100

[@MrMan-ol4ic]

@@UrAvgBasshead thanks bro, I really appreciate it!

[@egm092478]

Ok but i also have an eq and a dsp so where in that mess do i put the bass knob

[@12voltfever]

This video shows you exactly where to put the bass knob. None of that other stuff comes after the DSP.

[@recklezzflores4701]

So if I have a base level knob connected to my amp I will need it connected to my crossover?

[@12voltfever]

If you have the ability to connect one directly to your amplifier (maybe it came with the amp), no it's not necessary (might not even be possible) to connect to your crossover.

[@recklezzflores4701]

@@12voltfever explain a lil more please

[@recklezzflores4701]

@@12voltfever it's a kicker amp and a kicker bass level knob

[@recklezzflores4701]

@@12voltfever you I can just leave it connected to the app. And still connect it to the crossover by itself?

[@AdrianPerez-zr8xl]

Thanks for the video, very informative, I’m gonna buy a dsp. How would I connect the epicenter, dsp and bass knob? Would I connect the knob directly to dsp or do I connect the knob to the epicenter and then connect the epicenter to the dsp?

[@andrejoseph239aj]

Thats what I want to know

[@BeatsByGRIMM]

Whats the difference between the 2.4x and 2.8x?

[@addicted2tone349]

The channel’s, 4 or 8 channel.

[@12voltfever]

Hey man the 2.8 is 8 separate outputs better for larger systems. 2.4 is 4 outputs for smaller systems

[@12voltfever]

@@addicted2tone349 exactly

[@bgnPrinceton]

@@12voltfever So the pairs of outputs on the 2.4 are mono, even though there are separate red/white jacks? Trying to decide if the 2.8x is worth the extra bucks for my small system.