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2-Channel amplifiers are designed to power to speakers. These amplifiers are perfect for powering a vehicle's front speakers or the back speakers. Select 2-channel amplifiers are also bridgeable, which allows them to be a great amp for powering a subwoofer. 2-Channel car amplifiers are also referred to as stereo amplifiers.
5-Channel amplifiers are designed for complete system amplification. These amps have 4 channels dedicated for speakers and a single channel dedicated to a subwoofer. These 5 channel amplifiers make amplifying an entire vehicle easy and with the installation of only a single amplifier.
Here you will find our selection of car amplifiers that are engineered using Class D circuitry. Class D amplifiers are extremely efficient and high powered. Typically Class D amplifiers are monoblock amplifiers dedicated to providing efficient power to subwoofers, however there are some multi-channel class D amplifiers.
Monoblock amplifiers are also referred to as single-channel amplifiers. These are designed and engineered specifically for powering car subwoofers. No matter how powerful of an amplifier you need for your subwoofer, browse our vast selection of monoblock amplifiers to find the exact amplifier you need.
Multi-channel amplifiers are designed to power 2-channels or more. These amplifiers are useful when specific amps are needed for a custom installation. Multi-channel amps allow for different configuration between channels and bridging of channels.
Add a Blaupunkt THAPnP amplifier for crisp, clean sound to your factory system. All you need is the amp, a matching Blaupunkt extension cable and a Blaupunkt vehicle specific T-harness to avoid having to splice into your factory wiring.

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Your new car amplifier isn’t going to install itself and you will most likely need some installation accessories. In this category you will find everything you need to successfully install a car amplifier and much more. Here you can browse our large selection of car amplifier wiring kits, circuit breakers, distribution blocks, RCA interconnects, connectors, terminals, fuse holders, and much more!
Car audio capacitors are a great addition to any aftermarket car audio system that is in need of a little extra power. Capacitors store a temporary electrical charge that can be released during periods of extra power strain. If a vehicle has dimming headlights when music is played, a capacitor could solve that problem.
If these subwoofer and amplifier combo packages are not put together by the manufacturer, then our SonicElectronix car audio specialist made the package. The result is an amplifier and a subwoofer that are perfectly matched together. Some also include an amplifier wiring kit and sub box.
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Car Amplifiers Information
Car Stereo Amplifier Information:

A car audio amplifier acts as the power source to your sound system. Technically, the amplifier modulates power generated from the car battery. An amp specified to your speaker's inputs will fully orchestrate your sound system with low bass beats and high frequency sounds.


Vehicle amplifiers can be used with any stereo, from factory stereos to after-market head units. For after-market stereos you connect the amp through the preamp inputs in the head unit. Factory stereos work well with amps that have speaker level inputs because it allows you to work with your vehicle’s current speaker wiring scheme without requiring any additional connection pieces. In terms of configuration, an amplifier usually requires wiring kits, which are designed to connect the stereo to the amp so as to enable the amplifier to receive a signal. In addition, an amp installation requires speaker wire so that you can connect it to the subwoofers and speakers.

An amplifier acts as the centerpiece to any state of the art sound system. Any audio system that features subwoofers must also have at least one amp to provide enough power for the subwoofers to operate as designed. A head unit can only provide limited power, whereas the superior power of an amp enables your subwoofers and speakers to reach their full potential.

The key determinant for selecting the proper amplifier for a subwoofer(s) is the RMS power ratings of both the amp and sub. The optimal setup matches the amplifier power output to the speakers’ power handling capability.

Generally speaking, an amp is classified as mono, class D mono, or as a multi-channel amplifier, which includes 2-channel, 4-channel, 5-channel, and 6-channel. Mono amplifiers are single-channel amps designed for low-frequency reproduction. Class D mono amps are the most efficient design of amplifiers since they use less current and as a result generate less heat relative to the classic design. 2-channel amps can power two subwoofers or you can combine the channels, or “bridge” the amp, to create a single channel for powering one subwoofer. Similarly, a 4-channel amplifier can power four speakers or you can bridge the channels to 2-channel output for powering two subs.

2-channel and 4-channel amps are also used to power component speaker systems, while 4- 5- and 6-channel amplifiers are used for systems with a combination of full-range speakers and subwoofers. For example, you could use a 4-channel amplifier to power a pair of speakers through two channels and bridge the remaining two for powering a single subwoofer.

Let us help you choose the right amp. If you have any questions, give us a call at 1-877-289-7664. Our staff will help you in selecting the perfect setup so you can start building your first class car audio system today!