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That depends on the subwoofer's power handling abilities. I generally supply a sub with 40% more power than it's rated RMS handling. So, if your sub has a RMS of 100 Watts, an amp capable of 140 Watts RMS will do quite nicely.

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The power rating of a speaker is not based on its size. It is based on its design, how much power it is capable/requires to properly reproduce sound signals with minimum distortion and without damage to the speaker.

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It takes a amplifier that is rated at 1000 watts. The total amperage draw at maximum wattage and 14.4 volt car system with alternator running would be 71 amps. The proper wire size to supply 71 amps would be approx a 6 guage wire for a maximum of 20 feet.

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