lights dimming

**trosemag** · 10-19-2007, 12:04 AM

does anyone have problems with there lights dimming with big systems

**MagnumRT05** · 10-19-2007, 12:10 AM

With 3200 RMS, I have alot of dimming. I have 3 batteries, but theres doesnt seem to be clipping so thats why I might get a higher RMS amp to run my subs at rated RMS. Havent checked it out with an o-scope yet, but I only go down to mid/low 13s on hard notes with the volume on 23 outa 38.

Since better alternators are not out and none can be made, I would suggest just getting an extra battery, preferably Kinetik. But heres a short outline...

-Extra battery (Kinetik)
-Capacitor next to the fuses
-HIDs

**Motor** · 10-19-2007, 12:11 AM

Originally Posted by MagnumRT05

With 3200 RMS, I have alot of dimming. I have 3 batteries, but theres doesnt seem to be clipping so thats why I might get a higher RMS amp to run my subs at rated RMS. Havent checked it out with an o-scope yet, but I only go down to mid/low 13s on hard notes with the volume on 23 outa 38.

Since better alternators are not out and none can be made, I would suggest just getting an extra battery, preferably Kinetik. But heres a short outline...

-Extra battery (Kinetik)
-Capacitor next to the fuses
-HIDs

i lost too much money and a bit of hearing thx to the lovely sound systems:D....im getting old:D

**MagnumRT05** · 10-19-2007, 12:15 AM

Originally Posted by motor-x

i lost too much money and a bit of hearing thx to the lovely sound systems:D....im getting old:D

Its not getting old, its just being real. Anything over 140 dB daily is just plain obnoxious and a waste, and I have finally come to that realization but until my subs blow, I will beat the heck outta them and try not to lose hearing!

**Motor** · 10-19-2007, 12:17 AM

i wanted more and more and more highs....and now...everyone can hear the damn tv and im like..."can u turn it up"..........combine that with a good amount of metal(club)concerts....and there u go:D
would love to hear that sometime...record the video and post it up:D

**MagnumRT05** · 10-19-2007, 12:22 AM

Still trying to find a spot to go and record. Once I find it, I will def record it and post it up. Just cant afford the ticket and seizure of my stuff if I get caught again so I am trying to be careful.

**trosemag** · 10-19-2007, 12:31 AM

man i had planned on running somewhere around 4000-5000

**MagnumRT05** · 10-19-2007, 12:43 AM

Depends what amp you use and how efficient it is. For 4000, all you will need is (2) Kinetik 2400s along with the stock battery and upgrade the Big 3 and use all the 0 gauge you can. I have 50 feet of Tsunami if you ever need that.

However, you can get the Stetsom 7000 RMS amp and only need (3) 2400s just because it is soo efficient! If you can give me ideas on amps, I could help you out. I am currently looking to get the 10000 RMS Maxximus amp just because the XX and XXV line are just soo efficient and not too power hungry.

**Audioman** · 10-19-2007, 12:49 AM

I am pushing 4500 watts (in my Magnum) and I am using 2 Kinetik HC2000's and I havent upgraded my alternator......and I dont have any dimming......
BTW is cool to see someone bring up something out of the norm (Stetsom) It gets tiring to always hear about Kicker, RF, JL, etc.....who arent what they used to be....

**trosemag** · 10-19-2007, 12:58 AM

i planning on doing 4 polk sr 12's running off 2 rockford 1500bd or a rockford 4000bd with sr components in the doors, kick pods, trunk lid and rear panel running off a rockford 2 600.4

**MagnumRT05** · 10-19-2007, 12:58 AM

Originally Posted by Audioman

I am pushing 4500 watts (in my Magnum) and I am using 2 Kinetik HC2000's and I havent upgraded my alternator......and I dont have any dimming......
BTW is cool to see someone bring up something out of the norm (Stetsom) It gets tiring to always hear about Kicker, RF, JL, etc.....who arent what they used to be....

Stetsom is one of the BEST out now.

Top 4:
-Stetsom 7k 12v one, or the 10k
-Cactus Sound 7k (same amp as the Atomic 7k one but a little better)
-Hifonics Sampson (strabbable unlike the Maxximus)
-Sundown 3000D

You wont find any better amps than those for high power. And the Kicker 10k one thats coming out is a waste of time

**trosemag** · 10-19-2007, 12:59 AM

i work for a store that sales them and im using my car as a store shop car

**MagnumRT05** · 10-19-2007, 01:00 AM

Originally Posted by trosemag

i planning on doing 4 polk sr 12's running off 2 rockford 1500bd or a rockford 4000bd with sr components in the doors, kick pods, trunk lid and rear panel running off a rockford 2 600.4

T4000 is too expensive for what it is. Theres better choices and more EFFICIENT choices in my opinion...

Do you compete Audioman?