why dont component speakers come in 2ohms?

capitolj80 · Post by **capitolj80** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 9:49 pm

why dont any component or coaxial speakers at least come optional in a 2ohm version? I understand that that wouldnt work so well using the head unit as the power source, but many poeple use seperate amps...is it just so that we all have to spend more on amps?

or is there a functional reason for this?

fordtough1 · Post by **fordtough1** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 3:34 am

I've wondered that before too.

Seems like somebody used to make a 2 ohm component set, was it Soundstream maybe?

majette · Post by **majette** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 3:36 am

image dynamics makes 2 ohm models. i think usd audio does as well. it is probably easier for companies to make a product for 99% of the applications out there. if you are using an amp like the pg xenons or the jl slash series, output is the same at either 2 or 4 ohms so there may not be much advantage in using a 2 ohm set. if you want more output get a speaker that can handle the power, a big beefy amp that can send the power, and beef up the electrical to keep up with the flow.

example:
titanium elite comps
xenon 200.4 bridged, front to left side and rear to right side.
"Holy blown eardrums, Batman! That is one loud a$$ system!"

Post by **smgreen20** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 6:18 am

Cost issues as stated, that 99% is more cost effective then that remaining 1%.

Another reason I've heard of is the THD% in an amp when you load it down more.

Me-262 · Post by **Me-262** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 6:31 am

Don't forget the old Orion HCCA comps, they were 2 ohm as well.

marko · Post by **marko** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 7:12 am

ever wondered why atc mids (16ohm) sound so good? there's a good reason not to run at 2oms for the front end. distortion! of course it's unpractical to make components over 6ohms so 4ohms is a good compromise and easy to run.

capitolj80 · Post by **capitolj80** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 8:58 am

i see!! i had a feeling that the THD might be more of an issue with satellite speakers than subs...and i guess the % of poeple using external amps as a power source is smaller than i thought...makes sense...thnx dudes

Post by **mr tibbs** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 9:48 am

I use 8 ohm drivers!

capitolj80 · Post by **capitolj80** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 11:24 am

8ohm huh...I'll bet those are clear as bell and loud as hell (with enuff power)...only downside is having to spend more on amplification to meet their power handling at that load...ill bet still totally worth it for for the sound.

Post by **mr tibbs** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 12:01 pm

Seas mids and LPG tweets all run active being powered by a Xenon 100.4 In theory they are seeing 50 watts on each channel, but it sure sounds like a hell of a lot more!

Seriously, this is the first time my front stage has been able to keep up with the sub stage. It sounds great!!

capitolj80 · Post by **capitolj80** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 12:06 pm

suuweet!! i'm still gatherin all my stuff before i do the intall...got the rsd12's and the rsd1200.1...still gotta buy a h/u, cables, rsd6.5comps, and i'm gonna use the rsd250.2 for the front stage....cant wait wait to get it all done!!aaaaaahhhhhh!!!!

Post by **mr tibbs** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 12:18 pm

Sounds like a great set up! Keep us in the loop and let us know how it all comes together!

capitolj80 · Post by **capitolj80** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 12:22 pm

i definately will....i'll take tons o pics!!! i've gotta pretty cool box/amp rack design in mind

Post by **bdubs767** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 5:19 pm

Post by **bdubs767** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 5:21 pm

http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31

Post by **mr tibbs** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 5:39 pm

bdubs767 wrote:http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31

Before I even clicked that link I knew it was going to be that. That's a great write up, take your time and read all of it. After a while it just kinda clicks in your head.