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  1. 08-05-2002, 02:01 PM #1
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    Kenwood vs. Audiovox

    sigh....let me first say that i'm almost broke

    and it takes a really long time for me to save so...here are my options

    A Kenwood KAC-629s 2 channel bridagble 350w MAX amp
    for $179CAN new

    OR

    An audiovox Rampage 300w with adjustable LPF and all that neat stuff for $158CAN new

    My problem is that i don't know how well audiovox performs...I know its on the lower end in the wide world of amps but could it be of any use or is it garbage

    anybody had experience with either amp? any comments would help

    peace :smokin:
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  2. 08-05-2002, 03:23 PM #2
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    Don't know if this helps but I'm using a Kenwood 818 mono sub amp and I'm happy with it.
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  3. 08-05-2002, 04:04 PM #3
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    well not in particularly but thanks for the input. at least you replied.
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  4. 08-05-2002, 07:11 PM #4
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    LOL. How about if I put it this way:go for the Kenwood.
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    DUDE!! I'LL TELL U THIS!!! U CAN BUY THE CHEAPEST AMP ON THE MARKET AND MAKE IT SOUND LIKE THE BEST!! IT'S ALL IN THE HOOK UP!! TRY IT!! IF U DO END UP BUYING THE AUDIOVOX!! DON'T TELL ANYBODY WHAT BRAND IT IS!! JUST LET THEM LISTEN!! IF U DO IT CORRECTLY!! IT WILL ROCK!! I SPEAK FROM EXPIERENCE!!! I HAVE SONY XPLOD SPEAKERS IN MY CAR! ( 2 UP FRONT, 2 IN THE BACK ) PPL ALWAYS SHIT ON SONY!! BUT MY SOUND IS CRIPS AND CLEAR!! ALL IN THE HOOK UP!! THE TECH AT THE STORE I GO TO DOES GOOD WORK!! GOOD LUCK
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  6. 08-05-2002, 07:24 PM #6
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    this is really sad..now i know how everyone feels when no one replies.....sheesh
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  7. 08-05-2002, 07:25 PM #7
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    i spoke too soon!!!

    thanks man!!
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    NO PROB DUDE!!!! WHAT DO U HAVE IN CAR NOW ( SOUND WISE )
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  9. 08-05-2002, 07:44 PM #9
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    kenwood kdc-217s cdr/cdrw HU

    2 4" pioneer tweets at 80w/ea.
    2 6" OEM hyundai speakers (there real good)
    2 12" super Q's at 250w/ea.
    Koss 150x1 bridged
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  10. 08-05-2002, 08:47 PM #10
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    I would say try the audiovox man....if you just plan on using it for subs and nothing else the LPF will be a lifesaver and is definetly a feature worth getting, as far as quality goes of course kenwood is better but IMO the LPF is a must for running subs. Unless you go external, but that is more $$$.
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  11. 08-05-2002, 08:49 PM #11
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    dude thast exactly what i was thinkin'

    audiovox isn't a new company, and i've had luck with em

    i think i may try it

    oh btw if anyone can find some more specs for me it'd help a ton

    its a Audiovox Rampage AMP595c

    thanks guys
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  12. 08-05-2002, 11:45 PM #12
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    I can't get into the Kenwood site for some reason. Here's some links to both for more specs:
    http://www.crutchfield.com/cgi-bin/S...AC629S&o=m&a=0

    http://www.audiovox.com/cgi-bin/ncom...ut?prrfnbr=592
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  13. 08-06-2002, 12:29 AM #13
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    I'd never be comfortable buying audiovox because they sell it at stores like Napa and Schucks. But I've never tried it so more power to you if you do, but I'd lean toward kenwood . Or you could always try lightning audio which is a branch of rockford fosgate and is cheap. I've always had luck with them. Done many lightning audio installs and I like the sound, especially for the money.
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  14. 08-06-2002, 01:25 AM #14
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    yeah I thought about getting a lightning audio also.....if you look on ebay they usually have some unbeatble prices on electronics, justamps.com, ikesound.com, cmttrading.com are some other places to look. But I think you are one of those non-internet shoppers right? lol
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  15. 08-06-2002, 02:51 AM #15
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    hey man, for $150 you probably can pick something up on EBAY.
    i am sure there are deals. i have seen a lot of them. i got my alpine for $150 each.
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    Originally posted by shepherd79
    hey man, for $150 you probably can pick something up on EBAY.
    i am sure there are deals. i have seen a lot of them. i got my alpine for $150 each.
    are those US Prices?
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  17. 08-06-2002, 12:00 PM #17
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    yeah, it is $150 US.
    but i am sure you can find something good for less than that.
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    ok so here is the link to canadian ebay.
    http://cq-search.ebay.ca/search/sear...ort&shortcut=3

    here is the link for ebay in USA. http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plisting...795/index.html


    keep as posted on what you found.
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    if you want i have Jensen amp. i am not using anymore, so you can have it for like $50 US Plus shipping( don't think it will be expensive), or make me an offer.
    It works great. no problems.
    it is Jensen 300Watt MAX so you will be pushing like 100W at 4ohm or 150-180 at 2ohms.
    I don't have manual, i bought it without manual.
    so on the wattage numbers i am just guessing.
    but it was pushing my 1 12"alpine type S 4ohm with out any problems.
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    Check on ebay the non big name amps usually go for cheap. I got a small pioneer for $15.00 works great.
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    well. its been a few weeks, i've shopped i heard i listened, and i went back and got the audiovox..all i can say is WOW. for a no name amp, it ROCKS

    for $158CAN i recomned it to anyone with a tight budget such as myself

    here is my system to date

    4- 6.5" 150wMax Pioneer 2ways

    2- 12" Super Q 250wMax subs
    w/ported box

    1-Kenwood KDC217s CD player

    1- Audiovox 300Wx1 or 150X2

    1- Koss 75x2 or 150x1

    it totals just around $800CAN and it is a great sounding system, i know its not no top-o-line shit but its GOOD
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