Top 5 Amps to BEAT THE BLOCK DOWN UNDER $500

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[@HifiVega]

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[@sergiobisonte]

if i have 500$ i go for alpine, jbl, kenwood, pionner.. not these made in china amps...

[@HifiVega]

@@sergiobisonte All of these Japanese brands also use China to build alot of their amps as well.

[@craigengelman4534]

@@sergiobisonte every one of those are made in china lol !!!

[@sergiobisonte]

@@craigengelman4534 yes they are... but made with quality... not 'china' quality..

[@sergiobisonte]

@@HifiVega i know.... but made with much better quality... im still using 20+ year alpine jbl and kenwood amps, and they are ready for more 20 years... you rarely find amp repair videos of top brands i told... if you find, its 99% user error. these modern amps, are powerfull but cheaply made and unreliable ps: by the way, everyone can watch amp repair pros in youtube, and ear what they think about the quality of these kind of amps, and the quality of the amps i told

[@wal]

Solid list! Make sure you watch all the way until the end 👌

[@HifiVega]

Gotta watch it all!

[@knockout_wj8886]

I watched it all. Do I qualify for a free 5$ stock? LOL

[@kswis]

It is so awesome to live in a day and age of having such a variety. Good list man thanks for droppin it! Keep em comin

[@HifiVega]

Thanks for watching!

[@RJSDZNS]

Helping out the community by doing the legwork! Your a stud Hifi! I got the JP8 then decided to go with 12's on my build. May be upgrading to the 23😊

[@HifiVega]

Oh man really tryna beat the block down now lol

[@FUCKDSS]

I’ve got the 23 … I like it …. I have it on 2 sa 15s i think I’ve got airflow problems in my trunk tho

[@bondalero0074]

I liked the Down4Sound’s JP8 so much I ordered a second to strap/slave on future builds. You can’t beat all the extra’s thrown in a a great price like strap/slave feature, plexi bottom, built in fan, one of the best bass knobs out there, and even LOVE the old “USAmps” look and style to boot! They do what they say and a whole lot more is what keeps my attention!#JPamps##JP8#🔊❤️@RJSDZNS

[@greggarner4477]

I have been in car stereo since 1992 when I build my first system in my 89 IROC Z28. I have been a loyal Rockford Fosgate person. I still have my Punch 200a4 and 301S from back then and use them every day. I recently added the Prime 1200-1D but I am running all SKAR Audio and DS-18 Speakers. The selection today leaves us old school guys kinda awestruck. So much good out there now in all price ranges and quality selections. I have always been a SQ guy and still build my systems for that main purpose. Just want you to know that you, Derek and Steve Meade are truly appreciated. Thank you for making it your work to show the good out there now!

[@HifiVega]

Thanks man!

[@nuclearbum9858]

man you are spot on car audio has come a long way ....i just did a box with 9 skar 15s vxf and im looking for 3 powerful SMALL amps to run em

[@greggarner4477]

My Rockford Fosgate 1200-1D is 1200 RMS @1 ohm and has a small footprint. It is also at home at 13.8 to 14.4 Volts. I have it driving my Skar EVL-10 in my pickup.

[@greggarner4477]

2012 Sierra with stock dual batteries. The only electrical upgrade is my 2 farad stiffening Cap

[@bondalero0074]

Same here in the game since 89’/ 90’ using “the Punch” 45 on (1) Kicker 15” then upgraded to the Punch 150 with (2) Kicker 15” subs back then in 89’ Honda CRX. Now in 20’ bought a new Honda Civic turbo using Down4Sound’s (1) JP8 and Skar’s (1) 10” DDX DVC2 in pre-fab factory rhino lined ported box and I swear this (1) DDX sounds louder than stuff we had back then ! Just now too much competition don’t even know where to start if you were new to car audio!#🔊❤️@greggarner4477

[@ansalon72]

I always dig the lists!

[@HifiVega]

Me too!

[@JAM-ur8tj]

Very difficult trying to get a list with so many options. I think you did a great job, keep up the good content!

[@HifiVega]

Thanks!

[@williamallen7882]

I'll agree, especially when there are so many amps flooding the market starting they're ratings. Some of these are a little pricey for what I'd pay. But a decent and solid list for quality.

[@billy3650]

Good list brotha man. So many good ones to choose its hard to narrow it down.

[@HifiVega]

Yeah I could have done a top 20 list and still missed out on some great amps

[@rz9708]

Thanks for the video bro.

[@HifiVega]

Thanks for watching

[@nuclearbum9858]

VERY GOOD LIST....only suprise was the down for sound i wiill pass this on to my circle

[@floydwilliams3321]

Good info

[@shawnsanderson3695]

Very nice list bro.

[@HifiVega]

Thanks

[@airhunterabe1465]

Just ordered my Apocalypse ASB4900.1D mono amp! I’m super excited 😜

[@bailey2517]

Does it put out it's rated power or fall short significantly? It looks so small 😆 I can't believe it's rated 5050wrms!

[@shawn6684]

Hows the sound quality? I'm thinking about it but don't want to lose sound quality. Lol

[@DOOKAT]

@@bailey2517 I seen the dyno video and it did fall short. The speaker wire they used was to small. They say they changed the wire and it made a difference. You can see my comment mentioning this.

[@flaman78]

Dope content.

[@HifiVega]

Thanks!

[@clarencejackson837]

Good big D wiz jp84 highs mids thanks got it yesterday at a pawnshop know my system is completely done thanks for your video support

[@HifiVega]

Thanks for watching

[@BericBuilds]

Nice Rob!

[@BericBuilds]

What’s your opinion on the KZbin Shorts? I got one almost to 2K, and 1 to 1k in a week… worth perusing or focus on editing full length vids

[@matmichalke5734]

Thanks for all your vids! What your thoughts on taramps? Smart3 hd3 md5k etc

[@HifiVega]

I’ve only had experience with the smart 3 and it seems like a pretty solid amp

[@EarthPoweredHippie]

Great list man! I like my skar skv2 1500s I have 2, they was 330 when I got them.

[@kriptic22]

Suprised they still work

[@EarthPoweredHippie]

@@kriptic22 y u say that? I ran them at .25 ohm and they still fine, tho now r ar 2 ohm strapped for 1 ohm final load, and my electric is pretty decent so... y u say this?

[@hopskustomaudio]

@@kriptic22 those are really good Korean made amps. Not the cheaper Chinese made amps. So they should last a long time.

[@westreadwell9675]

It would be great if you could do a $300 amp shootout. That’s the range I’m looking at now and info is hard to find for me. Love your vids!

[@Followjesusthetruth]

Booguh face boy

[@jorgeponce9749]

Nice video my friend Hifi vega

[@HifiVega]

Thanks

[@mikeymike7986]

Finally a top 5 I can agree with!!! Tired of seeing misleading amps like BOSS,SOUNDSTREAM AND OTHER TRASH LIKE THAT!

[@bondalero0074]

Damn, I’m a JP amp fan through and through but this DC 1.2K a little more expensive but caught my attention sounds like the 💣 in my small corner of the world in the 1k watt category and all under $500! I been in the game since the late 80’s when the “Orion Red”was 👑! Thank you!”#🔊❤️@HifiVega

[@jamiebutcherjr8636]

Can you share the sia3500.1 dyno link. Need to see this lil beast true numbers. Ty

[@c0uchsl0uch]

I'm happy with the Rockford Fosgate P1000X1BD

[@craigengelman4534]

this amp is just sick Dual 0 Gauge Power and Ground inputs

[@soldham4406]

Orion 2500.1d should have made the top two... your buddy Big D also checked that one out and he loved it.

[@kaopua1972]

Mahalo!!🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@dilbeckskate]

Sickkkk

[@edud8452]

Great video👍 No prime 1200.1 birth sheet on mine is 1450 watts👍I know it does more.

[@HifiVega]

Prime legit!

[@christopherwilson361]

CAB 45 is a really good amp beats hard and sound good have it running on 2 cab 12s at 4 ohms. I went from a ED 9.1 to this and it's a huge difference.

[@bkh5746]

Robot underground has them for 440$ to your door

[@cartruck1070]

I 2nd that. So far so good withmy cab 45.

[@hopskustomaudio]

I've got 2 of them. Pre-ordered and waited about 3 months to get them but was well worth the wait. Great amps. Have them on 4 Skar VXF 15s in a C pillar 6th order. 164 Ah of lithium powering them and it definitely gets down.

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@hopskustomaudio I checked your channel out and I only see two subs not for and another question why do you have the comments disabled? I've always wondered this when I seen people do this is it because of negative comments?

[@hopskustomaudio]

@@PeterFeltersnatch852 I haven't put anything from my new setup on there yet man. Always forget to do that. Ill see if I have anything on my phone that I can upload real quick. And had no idea anything about disabled comments. I'll check that out also

[@sabarlow80]

Smart 3

[@minus3dbintheteens60]

Today I bought a Stetsom Vulcan 8K for $530 inc goods and services tax and postage to Australia. I really wanted a Powerus 8K, but I can't find them anywhere. Oh well, I think the Vulcan was a steal

[@irishmanbd8447]

Damn wish i had the money and could afford the number 3 amp you picked. Would power my sub better then what i have now.

[@HALF-ACRE2014]

Decent list, but the CAB 22 is a better choice over some of these. Especially for the price.

[@JR-yr8xm]

I got the CAB-22, puts out power, but im not sure yet on its sound quality. I'll know for sure when i get a better box than the s****y prefab im using. Im wondering if i'll upgrade to a dc audio or a rockford fosgate amp in the future.

[@jondoe6618]

@@JR-yr8xm The box is 80% of the system. My cab 1600 sounds great! Perfect custom box though! But I have heard better amps.

[@JR-yr8xm]

@@jondoe6618 Ya I might have someone make me a box soon. He doesn't charge much and he's got a good reputation for building good boxes. In the future I'll try making my own.

[@ryanamen6397]

Power and price wise

[@williamallen7882]

I was looking at the CT Sounds 2001.1d amplifier. Looks like a great choice for the price

[@bondalero0074]

I hear alot about this amp! Must be a “Beast”! Currently using (2) JP8 slaved and Very pleased! Ordered one and D4S sent (2) for $179 sale!!!!!#Lol#D4S”BEST”ever!#🔊❤️@williammallen7882

[@williamallen7882]

Mine slamms very nicely on a pair of heavy tens in 4.0@32htz. All of the CT Sounds amplifiers are Strapable as well. even the little 400.1d. i have 2-2ks and the 150.4 is excellent also. The Eq is hard to beat for the $

[@williamallen7882]

@@bondalero0074 dammned good Deal. Ive heard that there have been issues with some of the JP amplifiers lately.Frying. Hopefully yours will last

[@bondalero0074]

I got a D4S JP8 on (1) Skar DDX DVC2 in a Skar Factory rhino lined enclosure running at 1 ohm it is “Beast” eating it up!@@williamallen7882

[@wildchildjd2]

I really like the Orion XTR 2500.1

[@bakedveal2624]

Thought I was going modest with the JP8. I see they pulled a little sneaky on me. At 4ohm 14.4v, I have plenty power for my 2 12's. And room to grow into 1ohm if I wanted.

[@HifiVega]

Haha they sho did!

[@MyBlowncobra]

Nah..good pics rob...can't cry about list..

[@williamallen7882]

What about the CT Sounds

[@jayallison3538]

What about the crescendo audio amps they make some really good amps and you can get a warranty for them down to .05 for extra $100

[@bryantolson4390]

Ds -18 Has the new line of 5k Amos. Don't remember name but there red blue n silver. Full range also make their power and come with adapter to run double power b ground wires in the box for 350.00

[@kryptonspl3158]

Anything from Synergy Audio. Such an overlooked brand that delivers and top-notch customer service.

[@johannjohann6523]

I've been kinda impressed by Wolfram car audio amps, by what I've seen. They also have a clear plexiglass backing to them. But, a little expensive as they start at $499 and go up from there. Otherwise, I'd say it's really hard to beat what Down 4 Sound has been putting out. Certainly real quality at a price that is reachable for most people.

[@bondalero0074]

I keep hearing about Wolfram amps here and there on post and I have NEVER saw one before and been into Car AUDIO SINCE 89’! I wanna check them out! I’m using (2) strapped/slave D4S JP8’s and they are the finest class D I’ve used in years! But would Love to hear a Wolfram…..#🔊❤️@johannjohann6523

[@got2getit204]

All those amps are nice but I’m going to get me a taramp 5k or 8k and beat threw the hood don’t wanna here nothing about it because I currently have the 8k for the last 3 years but I’m am going to try dd audio!

[@yahjarelyah9674]

What size amp should i use 4 3 1500 rms 12s

[@JohnJohnson-uq9cu]

The avatar amps are great value and good rms

[@SeanOMatic]

The SIA crossovers are greatly improved over the original SFB lineup, too.

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

Seems the sfb line of amps are getting a lot of hate & people claiming they are giving a bunch of issues. Idk I have an sfb5000, wanted to get the sia but they didn't have a 5k. Will say I have enjoyed my Taramps Smart3 for nearly a year now, which seems to be similar to the Sundown sia3500

[@Followjesusthetruth]

Bro if you didn’t waste time on a tattoooo you wasted timeeee

[@hopskustomaudio]

Cab 45. Done over 9k dynamic

[@rudolphwalters2819]

Can you dyno test a DB drive wdx 5k amp

[@SaltwaterBoogeyman]

Db4900 is a beast

[@kevincobb5182]

What about the skar line up??

[@Tekjive]

Befor even watching this Orion better be in this list ...if not man ...ooo boy

[@matmichalke5734]

Wolfram O-2400 is what I have, it’s been a great amp and I got it on sale for $303.94 shipped

[@michaelyoung7911]

I have an O-2400.1 too and love it! I got mine on presale with a coupon code for $189! Super steal!

[@Gomez561]

I was lucky to get the Wolfram C-2400 at $250 before they discontinued them. I understand the O-2400 is full range. Are you guys still using them as sub amps?

[@michaelyoung7911]

@@Gomez561 you must be referring to its full bridge design but yes I run a sundown sa12 off of one works great :)

[@Followjesusthetruth]

Soft

[@sdbling]

I love this list.. Dude because YOU Are credible. Your lists are credible. Pickt up a MRMUSICMAN amp called Eye Candy 3800.1. There's a video of it on the dyno doin 4300 certified and like 5600ish dynamic crushing its original rated spec. $450.. Its Taiwanese..if it matters at all.. Tiffany outlets and no frills just a work horse of an amp.. Im putting two 12" T1's on it and we'll see...AIGHT player.. KUTGW

[@HifiVega]

Thanks man! I’ve never heard of that amp I’ll hafta peep

[@sdbling]

@@HifiVega 👉 right on.. Yeah I just bought the amp for two T1 12's. It's a beast. The Ear Candy amps are from Taiwan nothing special. It is under $500 Rated 3800 watts @ 12 volts. the video that's out there of it on the dyno is quite impressive showing a certified rating of 4500 watts aprox. The caveat being it was tested on the dyno at like 14.8 volts for something crazy high however I talked to the owner of the company and he said that all amps are rated at 12 volts because that's what's most realistically going to be played in the car. Just search- dyno mrmusicman audiol

[@craigengelman4534]

kzbin.info?search_query=mrmusicman+audio

[@craigengelman4534]

3k $300,4k $420, 5k $450 amps inculeds engraving of your choice !! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o56QpnewnKeof68

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

@@sdbling where did you buy the amp from? Website? I'm gonna check them out, I like finding new great deals on car audio gear! Especially when it's amps or subs.

[@pyrodave6407]

Good list cant believe Orion xtr2500.1dz didnt make it. I paid 398 for mine 2 years ago and its still working perfectly. My only complaints is the cheap plastic bass knob and the lack of dual inputs.

[@HifiVega]

They’re too hard to buy new that I didn’t want to add it to the list and people not be able to pick one up if they wanted

[@pyrodave6407]

Good point didnt even think about that. Is a 14-16 month wait time right now

[@kdsboosted4954]

My xtr 2500.1 didn't even last a month. Had it on 2 zvx 18's after 2 weeks it intermittently lost power and had feedback. Put a skar sk 3500.1 with no issues

[@pyrodave6407]

Thats crazy mine is still working perfectly fine and gets daily use

[@kdsboosted4954]

@@pyrodave6407 da audio just gave me the run around to repair it which I still need to do because I still have a complete orion system to install in something.

[@RYDRmotorsports]

Does the deaf bonce go from 9-16 volts or does it have issues if it drops under 12?

[@HifiVega]

That I don’t know off hand

[@NoBikeMugen]

The bully performance audio 3k and 5k for 250 and 350 shipped u cant beat the price they dyno the 3k and hit its rating I bought the 5k that just came out but haven't found anyone that has dyno it yet

[@GP-fc7jv]

🙌🏻

[@moosestangls5099]

Gold list

[@craftchest]

I am glad the JP23 made the list. I have done extensive testing, single and strapped and it is well worth a buy. It may be just me but I think I have pulled out some impressive numbers with this amp. Also, one that is not on the list is the Crescendo S1v2. 1500 at 12v and 1650 at 13.8v Last listing was 269$ on D4S Solid list for sure.

[@HifiVega]

Need a top 20 to get all the amps worthy of making the list fo sho

[@snauspockets9924]

I just got a new Crescendo Symphony S1 plus...it is 499.00 but I was talking with the owner and he told me it is one of their most underrated amps actually doing 3200w @1ohm, 2000w@2ohm. I am just finishing up my 1/0 sky high wiring before I connect it. I have high expectations. It should be better than the Skar Skv2 1500.1d it is replacing.

[@craftchest]

@@snauspockets9924 Crescendo is legit and worthy of any list. You will be pleased I'm sure. Let us know!

[@Itawolfib]

I would love to see your top 10 Under 500 4ch Under 500 5ch Under 500 6 Etc etc Then by amp physical size Or heck your top 20 Just a list

[@FatboyBass]

I am surprised Wolfram did not make his list at all

[@HifiVega]

Check out the very end of the video 😉

[@RYDRmotorsports]

Does the deaf bonce come with a bass knob?

[@HifiVega]

Yes I believe it does

[@snauspockets9924]

I just got a new Crescendo Symphony S1 plus for 499.00. Hope it is worthy but I haven't heard much about them. They are too new for a lot of experienced reviews and comments and I am not surprised it didn't make the list...but not because it isn't good enough. I wanted to do something different than everyone else. Was just going to get the regular S1 but I talked myself into needing more. You know how it is... The owner of Crescendo told me that the S1 plus is very underrated and actually does 3200w rms @1ohm instead of the rated 2500. I am going to run a single Skar VXF 15" dual 4 @2ohm first....owner told me it does 2000w@ 2ohm so that should be good....but if I need more I will get another 15" Vxf dual 4 and run them @1ohm on the full 3200w. Great list...we need more stuff like this.

[@HifiVega]

I haven’t had much experience with nendo amps, but they’re definitely a heavy hitter in the bass world.

[@rmcarter79]

Haven't heard much about the crescendo s1 Plus either I was hoping it made the list lol. But when I purchased the amplifier I didn't have any attention for looking for maximum power I wanted a good quality amp with very good sound that's why I went with crescendo I had other options but I was sold on the s1 Plus 🤞🏿

[@snauspockets9924]

@@rmcarter79 yep you and me both. I too was looking for quality over max power....like a Taramps or something. I am hoping that the VXF On 2k watts at 2 ohms is going to be a sound quality gem.

[@rmcarter79]

I think you will be okay I don't have any complaints about the way the s1 plus sound. I have way more power than necessary for my one VXF 12 especially at one ohm. But she sound real good though 👍🏿

[@bailey2517]

@@snauspockets9924 hey man, what are your thoughts on the vxf 15? I'm planning on getting one soon once I get a better vehicle (hatchback) and I can't feem to get a steady conclusion on how many watts RMS it can take. Some people say 2000, some 2500, some people have even said to get an 8,000 watt amp... So I'm wondering is 2000 enough or can it take more?

[@cultivationplus6719]

Dc 1.2k and d4s jp23 should been at the top of the list for most under rated amps at the best price.

[@bondalero0074]

I use JP8’s linked but really like the DC 1.2k you mentioned. Just don’t know much about it. I’m a old school 89’/90’ starter when “the Punch” Rockford Fosgate and Kicker were dominate. I really miss the old HiFonics amps (by Zed Audio) back then. Without these guys we wouldn’t know where to start now so much competition! Thanks to “You” and Big D Wiz!#🔊❤️

[@eldiablito1776]

Can you make a video if you don’t have that much power what monoblock to get

[@HifiVega]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYHCkmR6nZ6GsLc

[@FUCKDSS]

Hey hifivega lol I’ve got a jp23 with out the plexi back …. I must have really gotten in early

[@joesnuffy1061]

its an option you pay extra

[@FUCKDSS]

@@joesnuffy1061 lol it wasn’t an option when I got mine ahahaha I got it while it was still at the intro sale price

[@FUCKDSS]

I think the plexi back came out a couple weeks after mine got here

[@m3n4cE6]

envy it

[@tcc3248]

IA80.1 Vs Apolcalypse 7900 vs Wolfram.

[@bernardjones1576]

3000 audiopipe 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@david029014]

Down4sound jp8 why not on list???

[@cletoreyes9074]

Someone help me i need help,i need an amp to push 3 l7s 10 600 rms each

[@1ohmwrecker]

You could buy 2 bully audio 3k's for $400 lol. That's 6k watts for $400. That's crazy. Idk if I'd trust em tho. You had some A1 choices tho my friend!

[@HifiVega]

They jumped the price to $260 right after my video on em lol

[@1ohmwrecker]

@@HifiVega thats crazy! I bought my taramp's smart 3k for $265 lol.

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

@@1ohmwrecker crazy how the Bully amps mysteriously went way up in price... They were dirt cheap prior to Big D doing the amp dyno vid on them, then they were out of stock for a good minute. We've talked before, I have a Smart3 too. Currently waiting to find a Smart5 or Smart5 BASS on sale for great price like I did my Smart3. I have a Sundown sfb5000 but I'd really like to replace it with a Smart5. Or even trade it for a Smart5 if I could get that lucky 😆 I did luck up a lil while back & get a phenomenal deal on some Audio Legion amps, I've never seen Korean monoblock amps so cheap. First time I've ever lucked up like that!

[@jdjd8168]

I'm kinda new this car audio stuff. I got my uncle's 97 2 door Tahoe mint I took it over because legally he can't drive anymore due to severe Dementia. My brother have 2 15 Kicker L7's dual 2ohm he told me I can have that's been in the basement since 2012. My neighbor said he's doing a overhaul on his truck and selling a DC audio 3.5k would those be good for those 15's? I was told something about the "Big 3" my Tahoe has a Red top Optima battery and a Mechman Alternator (never heard of it)

[@HifiVega]

You’ll definitely want a big 3 and also an extra battery or 2 with that big of an amp. You’ll also wanna take it easy on those subs as that will be more power than they’re rated for. That being said if you want more info about the big 3 upgrade you can go to www.hifivega.com

[@jdjd8168]

@@HifiVega thanks alot for the reply. I did buy the amp from my neighbor and I was able to get a new XS D6500 battery from my local audio shop.

[@chriscarroll3635]

Last year when the Wolfram O series amps came out I bought the 5000 watt one for 286 dollars. That includes tax and shipping. It Dyno at 5700 watts at one ohm and 3400 watts at two ohm so how can that possibly ever be beat?

[@jmg5155]

The Orion xtr 2500.1dz beats all the ones you mentioned big d wiz did a video on it as well

[@HifiVega]

A very strong amp, but they were hard to find at the time this video was made.

[@jmg5155]

It was very hard to find for a long while but luckily last month I bought me a second one on Amazon I love this amp it's a monster

[@KerryLNeely]

WOW... power per Watt and Taramps Amps are not anywhere on this list? Not able too get a Affiliate link? doesn't add up. You do a disservice too your Credibility.

[@HifiVega]

It’s a top 5 not a top 10 otherwise it would have made the cut on top of that I can certainly get affiliate links on Taramps products and have done so in the past, so if you could step down from your high horse for a minute and join the rest of us we’d love to have you be part of a productive car audio community.

[@KerryLNeely]

@@HifiVega Step... Down? IJS i went too Slam as well as a few different shows this year and last. Price per watt even taken into consideration as well as what's being used. Taramps Amps are everywhere. I just find it odd that the amp seemingly used more then most on your list that cost less them the amps on your list were excluded. Where new amps that are not currently in use and cost more are set way higher. But its your list it just to me personally seemed Odd so i asked.

[@lacboiatl]

No orion?

[@LivinLoudwithAndy]

Cxa46 1800.1!!!

[@dead6last]

i have one its a great amp

[@freeradical431]

Orion XTR2500?

[@HifiVega]

I couldn’t find them in stock anywhere

[@snaxxx1379]

APEX CAB-22/45

[@suthtokcraew1227]

on my opinion. if need a fullbridge amp, just go for brazilian made, like taramps soundigital or stetsom much more better 😅

[@HifiVega]

Some of those amps are great, but some of them have undersized power and ground terminals, poor thermal management and a lot of them don’t even have a true pre amp.

[@suthtokcraew1227]

@@HifiVega which amp are u mean poor thermal management ? everyday i see on a sundown group, top issue question is "why my amp go into protect mode. sfb series" 😑 maybe sfb and sia series share a same circuit 🤔

[@erichoosier7914]

What about the Orion xtr2500.1Dz ???

[@HifiVega]

Solid choice I couldn’t find them available anywhere tho

[@SidyDidIt]

Cant believe you left out the Synergy wfo 2.1

[@HifiVega]

I’m not all that up on Synergy equipment I’ll have to peep

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

@@HifiVega Synergy WFO amps are beasts! I think you'd really like them.

[@SidyDidIt]

@@HifiVega beast Korean boards and underrated

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

mareze moore you're right the Synergy amps are powerhouses! When you think about it though amps are similar to subs, their are so many legitimate amps these days. Lots of car audio brands making great products for the consumers. Of course many of the amps & subs are identical or close to it... Same product, coming from the same build house (manufacturer) just with different brand names & logos on them. Of course I'm all for it, long as it keeps the prices both affordable & competitive for bassheads & audiophiles!

[@JL-ey3gb]

sia 3500 dyno link? dont see it.

[@HifiVega]

Sorry it was the SIA 2500 I seen not the 3500, but here it is fb.watch/bjMdWStu7_/

[@easylooker]

I paid around $430 for a taramp 5K

[@izaakavenaluckyss1933]

Taramps Smart 5k

[@dead6last]

its a great amp just above the $500,, i have the smart 5 bass personally

[@bobbybyrkett7751]

Rob I didn't see the Wubi 12k amp ? 😆

[@HifiVega]

🤣 That’s on D’s list

[@williamallen7882]

😁

[@percymack7414]

Synergy Audio WFO 2.1

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

@PercyMack74 an absolute workhorse, all of the Synergy amps are! I've yet to see a car audio build with Synergy subwoofers & that to me is an absolute shocker... Thinking I might just have to buy Synergy subs myself in order to hear some & see them in action.

[@fuckgoogleandyou8779]

Over 500

[@exoticblackmanexotic483]

Orion xtr2500.1

[@angeldjesusg]

Orion xtr 2500.1

[@thebuzzcjc]

I'm surprised no NVX X series 5K thats $349

[@jerryadams3834]

Stetsom 3000

[@TruenorthmtGod]

Running jp234 and jp23 best bang for buck and very reliable.. Why pay more.

[@michaelyoung7911]

What happened to Ryan? He hasn’t posted a video in a long time, is he coming back?

[@HifiVega]

I think he will, but he’s been getting his new car dealership up and running so that’s been keeping him busy far as I know

[@EdwardL-pf2pd]

Do a video were 300 is the budget

[@chadgardee1496]

I got skar budget amp rp2000

[@edwardautrey3671]

That’s actually a very solid amp

[@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128]

@@edwardautrey3671 unfortunately I did not have a good experience from my RP2k... Idk, I'm thinking I must've got a dud or something. Sent mine back after 2 weeks of use & Skar refunded my full purchase price. Thinking if I buy a Skar amp in the future it will only be from their SKv2 line since they are Korean. I will say that every Skar sub that I have bought so far have been great, from the Evl 12" subs all the way to the Zvx15 & Zvx18 subs. Wanna see a replacement for the DNR15 sub soon!! I've been waiting way too long!

[@chadgardee1496]

Yeah mine and my bf been coo so far

[@bailey2517]

@@itdoesntmatterwhatyourname6128 are the RP-series amps not Korean? And YES!! I NEED A DNR SERIES REPLACEMENT!!!

[@djkeys415s]

Taramps bass 3k coming in way under 500.00

[@joe112000]

Booming List

[@logibear453]

Are you paid by these companies? Seems like you and a couple other channels rep all the same brands together.