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Subwoofer Wiring Dilemma..

Old 09-08-2016, 12:24 PM
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Subwoofer Wiring Dilemma..

Hi guys,

I recently upgraded to a 99 Tacoma Extended Cab so I've decided to swap in my old sub setup from my 89 Runner. A buddy of mine tossed me an extra sub woofer he had laying around and I'm wondering which set up will be better.

These are the specs:
Pioneer 185w RMS 4 ohm Amp
Pioneer 250w RMS 8 ohm Sub
Sony 300W RMS 4 ohm Sub

I know the amp is pretty under powered but will it do better with the Sony or the Pioneer? Off the bat I thought the lower wattage would do better but I'm not really sure how the resistance comes into play. Anyone got an answer for me?
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Old posting butIm pretty sure if you wire an 8ohm sub to a 4ohm amp it will cut the RMS power in half. Which would be less than 100 watts RMS. Your best bet, til you upgrade amplifier would be the Sony. IMO.
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