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Old Feb 26, 2018 | 09:13 AM
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Just purchased a pair of Focal 165/KRC's for the front fairing. Question is.. do I need to add the amp at this time, just looking for clairity, not volume... and when I do add, which amp ??


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Yea you need an amp especially for the clarity.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2018 | 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Geary Thomas
Just purchased a pair of Focal 165/KRC's for the front fairing. Question is.. do I need to add the amp at this time, just looking for clairity, not volume... and when I do add, which amp ??


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Definitely need an amp. If you're only going to run the one set of Focals. The Cerwin Vega B52 amp is perfect.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2018 | 10:31 AM
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Definitely need an amp. If you're only going to run the one set of Focals. The Cerwin Vega B52 amp is perfect.
if I like the result, will definatly add the rears, so will be a total of 4.. no room for the fender mounts...
 
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Well if you are gonna add rears you will need a 4 channel amp. CV b54 amp then or JL amp. The b-54 might not be enough for 4 ohm speakers but if you go kappas then it is perfect. If you are going to def. run the focals and add something later then you should get a ss pn4.1000 or a focal sport. Either of those amps will have enough for a 4 channel set up.
 

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Old Feb 26, 2018 | 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Gannicus
Definitely need an amp. If you're only going to run the one set of Focals. The Cerwin Vega B52 amp is perfect.
That is exactly what I have for my front stage, love it. I believe the same gentleman gave me the same sage advice.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2018 | 12:59 PM
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Went with the B54.. we will see... Proof is in the mail
 
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I'm not sure the B54 has enough power to get all you can out of those speakers. Time and your ears will tell.
 
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I'm not sure the B54 has enough power to get all you can out of those speakers. Time and your ears will tell.
There’s plenty of amp there for the focals.
 
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Originally Posted by tesnevo
There’s plenty of amp there for the focals.
Not if adds 4 speakers. I agree it is plenty for the focals up front but if he adds 4 speakers, I don't think it will be enough. Isn't the b 54 running 70-80 watts x4 at 4 ohms?
 
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