Opinions Please: Xenon or XS Series...

J.Wright · Post by **J.Wright** » Tue Nov 18, 2008 9:18 pm

OK... I need you expert opinions...

I have the choice of either a BNIB XS6600 or a BNIB Zenon 200.4, either will work for my system plans.

All things being equal, which PG amplifier would you choose and why.

Thanks !

J

scorpio86 · Post by **scorpio86** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 4:51 am

depends on what you want.. with the xenon if you're running a woofer.. you'll bridge the rear channels and just have one set for fronts.. unless you wanna run rear speakers also atta two ohm load and not be able to fade front to back.. with the xs you'll have a little less power for woofer and for speakers.. but have the flexibility to fade front to back having a 4chan plus a 2chan for woofer. so it kinda depends on the speakers you have and the power they demand.. ??

Post by **AVICJR** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 5:16 am

Xenon will produce nearly 1000 watts total, which gives you about 400 more watts. Plus the xover on the Xenon's is one of the best ever.

dwnrodeo · Post by **dwnrodeo** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 6:56 am

I would personally go with the Xenon. The crossover points are continuously variable via the top mounted controls whereas the XS amp is going to require changing out the RNET chips if you want a different crossover point. Not to mention that the X200.4 has more power than the XS6600. I do love the look of the XS amps though, sexy and subtle.

J.Wright · Post by **J.Wright** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 7:00 am

Can the Xenon amplifiers be used without the covers ? It does not look like they have any function related to heat dispersion... just a cover...

Post by **Rold Gold** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 7:25 am

Yes, the Zenon's can.........ask Brian.

J.Wright · Post by **J.Wright** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 7:31 am

Brian... What is his screen name...?

Post by **stipud** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 7:45 am

Yep, a few people have run them under plexiglass already. The heat sink is all on the bottom of the amp. Just make sure your plexi still has an air hole for the fans

I would take the X200.4 as well. 200 watts for front stage + 400 watts for a sub is pretty much perfect.

gentlejax2 · Post by **gentlejax2** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:26 am

I agree.....I have a few 200.2's now but am considering changing to a 200.4 so I can have more options and not have as much wiring everywhere....

build wise I think the Xenon wins hands down.....correct me if I am wrong...

J.Wright · Post by **J.Wright** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:27 am

Let's throw the Zuki Eleets into the mix...

Which would you choose ?

gentlejax2 · Post by **gentlejax2** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:37 am

if you want an eleet let me know...I know where one is at a price you most likely cant beat....pm me

Post by **stipud** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:57 am

This may help your decision...

http://www.soundbuggy.com/Eric/Car%20Au ... index.html
http://www.soundbuggy.com/Eric/Car%20Au ... index.html

I would personally take the X200.4 over an Eleet as well, but I would take the Eleet over the XS. Between the X200.4 and Eleet I am VERY close, so either way you go you should enjoy it.

denim · Post by **denim** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 9:38 am

Xenon.

Post by **Bfowler** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 9:40 am

J.Wright wrote:Brian... What is his screen name...?

thats me.

yep, you can take off the cover and black end caps (end caps require a odd sized hex key. those screws ARE IN THERE TIGHT, so if your keys dont fit correct, dont try and force it, you WILL strip them.

i have a "maxima install part II" thread in the install section with some pictures.

J.Wright · Post by **J.Wright** » Wed Nov 19, 2008 9:53 am

Brian,

That looks wonderful... I'm seriously looking at using the X200.4 for my system... Any suggestions ?