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Feb 3 2009 03:56pm
Alright, I am trying to parallel a low-level signal output from a radio that is already going to one amplifier to a new amplifier that I am installing as well, and I need to find the input impedance on that specific channel of the existing amplifier so that I can install the additional amplifier with the same amount to balance the distribution of the low level signal. How do I go about doing this? I don't think it is as simple as putting and ohmmeter on it and reading it, so I wanted to ask first.

Google was not much help in this case, unless I completely missed it.

The end goal here is to be able to continue using the stock subs in my car, as well as the additional one that I am working on installing in a different position to provide better directional coverage, as the stock speakers are effective in the rear 40% of the cab only. I have the ability to add in a few ms of delay if necessary to prevent phasing issues, so that is not a concern.
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Feb 3 2009 09:13pm
use a distribution block? depending on the watts you will wanna go with a 0 gage wire
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Feb 3 2009 09:19pm
No, you don't follow. I am trying to split a low level(.1-.8v) to two different amps, and I need to match their impedances to ensure proper volume distribution. Then, each amp will amplify the signal and send it to the speakers.
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Feb 4 2009 12:22am
Quote (GodFollower @ Wed, Feb 4 2009, 01:19pm)
No, you don't follow. I am trying to split a low level(.1-.8v) to two different amps, and I need to match their impedances to ensure proper volume distribution. Then, each amp will amplify the signal and send it to the speakers.


Is this for home hi fi?

Why dont you just use one amplifier?
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Feb 4 2009 08:55am
Quote (lithfkn @ Wed, Feb 4 2009, 01:22am)
Is this for home hi fi?

Why dont you just use one amplifier?


Quote (GodFollower @ Tue, Feb 3 2009, 04:56pm)
Alright, I am trying to parallel a low-level signal output from a radio that is already going to one amplifier to a new amplifier that I am installing as well, and I need to find the input impedance on that specific channel of the existing amplifier so that I can install the additional amplifier with the same amount to balance the distribution of the low level signal. How do I go about doing this? I don't think it is as simple as putting and ohmmeter on it and reading it, so I wanted to ask first.

Google was not much help in this case, unless I completely missed it.

The end goal here is to be able to continue using the stock subs in my car, as well as the additional one that I am working on installing in a different position to provide better directional coverage, as the stock speakers are effective in the rear 40% of the cab only. I have the ability to add in a few ms of delay if necessary to prevent phasing issues, so that is not a concern.


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Feb 4 2009 10:36am
Quote (Nishimura @ Wed, Feb 4 2009, 09:55am)
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Thanks. Anyone have any ideas?
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Feb 5 2009 03:12pm
Nobody has any Idea, or has had any more luck on google?
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Feb 6 2009 08:17am
There has to be a way to do this guys...
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Feb 7 2009 12:16am
Any ideas yet?
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Still no ideas?
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