Old School VS. New School Power
08-14-2010 | 11:59 PM
#21
All this talk of old school got my attention
Running some old MTX amps with Orion XTR's still..though i think its time for an upgrade (ya think) Still sounds pretty good for what it is...
Running some old MTX amps with Orion XTR's still..though i think its time for an upgrade (ya think) Still sounds pretty good for what it is...
08-15-2010 | 09:45 AM
#22
ummm....ya I wouldn't upgrade at all really. That is one clean install and the equipment you are using would sound better then some of the new stuff they have out. I wouldn't change a thing it looks clean and Im sure it sounds clean.
08-15-2010 | 10:11 AM
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Nice setup though!
08-15-2010 | 10:19 AM
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Ok so where would you suggest to put em? I really don't see a problem having your amps there and showing them off, why hide something that's meant to be shown and meant to breathe, also why would you upgrade a classic MTX that
s a/b power, yes he could move to a class D amplifier but why spend money on something when what you have would be more than enough.
08-15-2010 | 10:21 AM
#25
I used to sell Eclipse too. Loved the entire product lineup from headunit to amps to speakers. Had a great warranty, 3 years if dealer installed. Also had non-detachable faceplates. If your stereo was stolen they would replace it for free. (ESN-Eclipse security network) I would still buy a headunit from them. But as far as their amps go, They were clean power but for the money there were better choices out there IMHO.
These were the amps from back in the day.
Eclipse - Fujitsu Ten
These were the amps from back in the day.
Eclipse - Fujitsu Ten
08-15-2010 | 11:26 PM
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I have run the fosgate power 50x2 with the optional balanced line driver the last 10 years...it drives 3 eclipse 88102dvc subs in the back of my 93 ta...these old school fosgates kick ***, they are little animals and the SQ is awesome...but I just picked up a phoenix gold ZPA 0.5 amp for 500.00 and I am going to have to change out for more thump, but from what I have heard the phoenix gold is a powerhouse in its own right.
08-16-2010 | 07:49 PM
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Ok so where would you suggest to put em? I really don't see a problem having your amps there and showing them off, why hide something that's meant to be shown and meant to breathe, also why would you upgrade a classic MTX that
s a/b power, yes he could move to a class D amplifier but why spend money on something when what you have would be more than enough.
s a/b power, yes he could move to a class D amplifier but why spend money on something when what you have would be more than enough.
08-16-2010 | 08:11 PM
#28
I made that comment because it is my personal oppinion. If you want a stack of lumber with amps mounted to them, thats yours. I would mount them in the spare tire well on a custom mount. If temp is a problem, there are ways to fix that too. That is what I would do. In no way, shape or form am I suggesting you to mount yours there!
08-16-2010 | 08:14 PM
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I have run the fosgate power 50x2 with the optional balanced line driver the last 10 years...it drives 3 eclipse 88102dvc subs in the back of my 93 ta...these old school fosgates kick ***, they are little animals and the SQ is awesome...but I just picked up a phoenix gold ZPA 0.5 amp for 500.00 and I am going to have to change out for more thump, but from what I have heard the phoenix gold is a powerhouse in its own right.
08-16-2010 | 10:01 PM
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The Zeropoint amps were very powerfull. (as long as the fans work) IIRC they were clost to a grand new, 12 years ago.
08-16-2010 | 11:16 PM
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I made that comment because it is my personal oppinion. If you want a stack of lumber with amps mounted to them, thats yours. I would mount them in the spare tire well on a custom mount. If temp is a problem, there are ways to fix that too. That is what I would do. In no way, shape or form am I suggesting you to mount yours there!
Not my point! 
08-16-2010 | 11:32 PM
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The excursion capabilities of these was terrible. I only sold a few of them but couldn't tell you how many were replaced under warranty.
And were they expensive, DAMN!
Now wipe your tears, everythings going to be just fine....
08-16-2010 | 11:50 PM
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