- What does 3500 watts RMS at 1 ohm mean for my setup?
- The amp is rated to deliver 3500 watts RMS into a 1-ohm load. That is a lot of power, so your subwoofers, wiring and alternator need to handle it. Expect lower output at higher impedances.
- Can it power door speakers as well as subwoofers?
- Yes. It is a full-range monoblock, so it can drive speakers across the audible range, not just bass. Most buyers still use it for subwoofers because of its high output.
- Do I need to upgrade my electrical system?
- For full output, yes. A 3500-watt Class D amp pulls heavy current, so plan on thick power cable, a good ground, and likely a battery or alternator upgrade. Running it at lower gain reduces the demand.
- Is it a single-channel amp only?
- Yes, it is a 1-channel monoblock. You wire one output, typically to one or more subwoofers wired to a 1-ohm final load.
- How does it compare with DS18's other monoblocks?
- The FRP-3.5K sits in DS18's high-output FRP line, with a full-range design and a 1-ohm rating. Smaller DS18 monoblocks give less power and are easier on the electrical system.
- Where is the DS18 FRP-3.5K/BL 1-Channel Amp Class D Full-Range Monoblock 3500 Watts RMS/1ohm Blue cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $399.95, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the DS18 FRP-3.5K/BL 1-Channel Amp Class D Full-Range Monoblock 3500 Watts RMS/1ohm Blue?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Complete Street Performance.