I would like to purchase some sq comps, but I also want them to be loud. I've noticed a lot of component sets around the $300 range are around 70rms, maybe 90. (CDT, focals, rainbows. etc.)
I originally wanted the diamand audio s600s comps because they were 170rms.
my question is, will comps like the cdt/focals still be able to get loud? or close to as loud as the diamond audio comps? i want the best sq but still loud.
ill be using a kicker zx amp, probably 150x2 or 205x2 rms @ 4ohms.
well its all about the quality of the products reallly.. those 70 rms focals will probably scream
for example, these 70 watt rms JL's are arguably louder than my s600s on 170 rms
if you can give those focals/cdts CLEAN 70 rms, they will probably get loud. I can't say for sure, but I'm not sure they'll get louder than the s600s, but it could be close...
If you get the Hex silks, give them the power that they want.... 200 clean RMS. Most of the people here have never actually heard the Diamond's but I own them and they rule. In fact when I recently tore out all my gear for a total overhaul, those and one DLS amp were all I kept. Recommended them to many friends too and they couldn't be happier.
but... have you heard the rainbows and the cdt gold? i know the diamond audios are good, but what if the others are better? i dont want to have to upgrade my speakers again.