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Old Sep 15, 2017 | 12:48 PM
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I just got an arc xdi 600.4 to replace my pn1000.4. I'm running dd6.5 fronts with tweeters in a 2ohm line. And hogtune lids and 6x9's.

Any advice on setting my gains?

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Originally Posted by Nbdzhro
I just got an arc xdi 600.4 to replace my pn1000.4. I'm running dd6.5 fronts with tweeters in a 2ohm line. And hogtune lids and 6x9's.

Any advice on setting my gains?

Thanks
To get the best reply info, I'd recommend you go back and modify your original post to include ALL the specifics you can come up with. What bike, what DDs, Line Levelers, what 6X9 etc......
Also read thru Matt's sticky about setting gains.
Hope this helps you to get the best feedback.
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I just got an arc xdi 600.4 to replace my pn1000.4. I'm running dd6.5 fronts with tweeters in a 2ohm line. And hogtune lids and 6x9's.

Any advice on setting my gains?

Thanks
It's a 2014 FLHXS. Biketronics kit. Kenwood x998 head unit. No line levelers. Last time I did the math I believe I did it wrong and dont want to blow the amo or speakers.
 
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Old Sep 17, 2017 | 04:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Nbdzhro
It's a 2014 FLHXS. Biketronics kit. Kenwood x998 head unit. No line levelers. Last time I did the math I believe I did it wrong and dont want to blow the amo or speakers.
You need the BT line levelers on that set up.
 
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Old Sep 17, 2017 | 08:08 AM
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You need the BT line levelers on that set up.
No line levelers needed with that head unit.
 
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nbdzhro ,,,

I think that some type of RCA input adapter or line leveler should be used with the Arc 600 or any other brand aftermarket amplifier.

there are quite a few available including B/Tronics and J&M.

which year model is your Harley?
 
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ND,

With the 998 you won't need a converter just plug a set of RCA's to the amp. That amp does rated so you'll want a 1000hz test tone and set the amp to 24.7vac. HPF should be between 80 and 100. That radio does not put out a distorted signal even at max so you are ok to set it up high in the volume. I normally set it around 32-33 with that radio. Oh and set it at 4ohm, not 2.
 
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No line levelers needed with that head unit.
Holy S**T SB!! I must have been half asleep this morning. I see that now. He switched to the 998 on a 2014. WTF? LOL!!!
 
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Holy S**T SB!! I must have been half asleep this morning. I see that now. He switched to the 998 on a 2014. WTF? LOL!!!
never used nav. Hated the extra bs. Like the simple turn it on play loud and clear.
 
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never used nav. Hated the extra bs. Like the simple turn it on play loud and clear.
I hear you bro! Simple is good!!
 
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