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Old 09-16-2009, 11:01 PM
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Kappa One - Install Help Needed

I just purchased an Infinity Kappa One amp. I am so confused about hooking subwoofers up and what I should be looking for.

The amp is a mono block amp. Which means there is only one channel, but there are 2 positives and 2 negatives. They are internally wired in parallel. The amp is rated at 500 watts RMS at 4ohms and 800 watts RMS at 2ohms.

What are my subwoofer wiring opinions?
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Old 09-16-2009, 11:05 PM
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Your wiring options depend on what sub/subs you plan on using. What are your plans as far as how many subs, and whether they'll be single or dual voice coils?
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Old 09-16-2009, 11:14 PM
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Well, I have 2 Pioneer Premiers. 4ohm DVC rated at 1000 watts RMS. I know I can't run both due to the underpowering factor.

I was thinking, if it was possible to run one of these speaker at a 2ohm load, it should be fine. I don't think underpowering a subwoofer by 200 watts would cause too much harm.

If that wasn't possible, I was going to go shopping for a new subwoofer setup to match the Kappa One. I tried to call the support hotline for Infinity, but couldn't understand what they were saying.
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Old 09-16-2009, 11:20 PM
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Here is what I got:

Kappa One - Specs

Pioneer Premiers - Specs
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Old 09-17-2009, 06:52 PM
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Any help at all??

If somebody could find diagrams for different subwoofer setups for "internally wired in parallel" mono amps would be great. Please post a link.
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Old 09-17-2009, 07:31 PM
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Go to wwwCrutchfield.com there is a how to section on different ways to wire amps. All the info you should need is there.
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Old 09-18-2009, 03:15 AM
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Thanks for the help. After digging around and what not, I found my answers.

I'll be honest, I expected more from a Kappa Series amp. I'm not too impressed. I'll buy better subwoofers though and see if there is any difference.
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Great coordination
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