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1200W is the either the MAXIMUM power that a passive subwoofer (driver only) can HANDLE or the power rating of the amplifier on an active subwoofer (amp built-in).
If passive, you can use pretty much any amplifier as long as it's 1200W or under. You can even use an amp that is > 1200W -- you just can't push it past 1200W or you risk damaging your sub. The relative loudness at a given dial on the volume knob is dependent on the sensitivity of the sub (measured in dB). Also bear in mind that power varies with resistance so an amp that pushes 1200W @ 4 ohm will not be able to deliver 1200W to an 8 ohm speaker -- often times it can only deliver 1/2 the power (i.e. 600W @ 8 ohm in this case).
If active, well the sub already has an amp so you just need to feed it a line-level or speaker-level signal.
Either way if you're talking about your car or home I guarantee you won't be pushing ANYWHERE near 1200W -- that's window-shattering, deafening loud. Just to put things into perspective, I use an amp that's rated at 10 W into 8 ohms and never turn the volume dial past 1 or 2 o'clock, which means the amp is never delivering more than maybe 6 or 7 watts. If you can get remotely close to 1200W that means the amp is so inefficient that it'll probably be melting and/or burning down your house/car at that point.
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Is a 800 watt power amplifier can power a 1300 watt subwoofer?
yes/no
Can you use a 600 watt amp with a 500 watt subwoffer?
Yes, you can use a 600 watt amplifier with a 500 watt subwoofer. It is important to ensure that the amplifier's output power does not exceed the subwoofer's power handling capability to avoid damaging the subwoofer. It is also recommended to properly set the gain levels on the amplifier to match the subwoofer's power handling.
Will a 1200 watt amplifier blow out a 1000 watt subwoofer?
Technically, yes. Practically, no. Amplifiers and speakers are rated by the maximum amount of power (and at what impedance) they can handle. A 1200 watt amplifier will eventually destroy a 1000 watt speaker if it is operated at maximum power. In normal use, however, you rarely even get close to maximum rating.
Can your cars battery hold up a 1200 watt amplifier with 2 12 inch 500 watts speakers and a 12 inch 1300 watt subwoofer?
Yes should be fine.
Will 350 watt amplifier will support 1300 watt subwoofer?
yes but the sound quality aint good enough :)
What amplifier power will I need to power dual 12" Rockford Fosgate subwoofers?
A Rockford 250 watt amp would compliment a 12" Subwoofer very nicely.
Does the Rockford Fosgate 12" sub have to have an Amplifier over 50 watts?
For optimal performance, match the amplifier's power output to the rating of your subwoofer. The Rockford Fosgate 12" starts at a 150-Watt rating.
Which car amplifier offers the best subwoofer output?
The Rockford Fosgate Punch 400-Watt Mult. offers a very good subwoofer output. You can also try the Boss CX1100M.
Which car subwoofer has the most features for a decent price?
The MTX Audio Magnum MB212P 1000 Watt 2-12" Subwoofer Box w/Car Amplifier is a good one to start.
How are quad 34 preamp and 306 power amplifier rated?
In watt watt watts
Can a 1200 watt amp power a 300 watt box?
Yes, a 1200 watt amp can power a 300 watt box. The wattage of the amp refers to its maximum power output, so it can deliver up to 1200 watts if needed. As long as the amp is set up properly and not pushed to its maximum capacity, it can safely power a 300 watt box.
You have 4 ohms subwoofer which amplifier is applicable?
Take a good 100 watt amplifier. Don't look for one with an output impedance of 4 ohms. All amps have output impedances of less than 0.5 ohms, because we use voltage bridging and not power matching.
