In the Market for a New Amplifier

[MikeMartel 64]

Looking towards buying a new amplifier for my Fi BTL N2 sometime this summer and looking at my options. I can obviously do as much research on my own as possible but numbers are just numbers, Id like to ask people who have experience with these amplifiers and your opinions on what I should get.

I have around 4 different amplifiers that Im currently looking at, all around the same prices. Dont really want to spend over $700 and will buy used if need be.

1. Sundown SAZ-2500D (used) or SAZ-3500D (Refurbished)

2. DD M3a (new)

3. Orion 2500D (Found one locally used)

4. Crescendo BC3500D (new)

Any input much appreciated and also FYI, Im running a stock battery upfront, big 3 upgrade and a Kinetik HC1400 in my trunk as far as my electrical goes.

[bassahaulic 155]

M3a does rated @11.9.

Just saying b

[MikeMartel 64]

M3a does rated @11.9.

Just saying b

Should have said that.. Not 100% sure what it puts out at 14volts though.

[Julian 641]

I love my Sundowns, I won't own another brand.

personally I didn't like my m3a.. had issues straight out of the box.

[liljestrand 244]

I'm happy with my crescendo's.

sundowns the only amp I've had problems with.

[S.DeYoung 968]

Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of your choices.

[MikeMartel 64]

Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of your choices.

After doing research, Iv noticed overall they are all great, reputable companies.. Just wondering if there was anything that would put one of these amps above the others.

[jcarter1885 995]

No amp is really above others and im pretty sure someone can come in here and vouch they had problems with one brand of amps as you seen already. This thread wont really help you much but just give you bias opinions. Next someone is going to say why not DC2k or IA20.1, plus I wouldnt put 3500 watts on a btl unless your competing thats just me (2500 watts should be fine daily) but then again all that depends on your box size. No 2k amp versues another 2k amp will automatically give you a 1-3db difference so its really gonna come down to personal preference.

When its time to buy I would focus on what I can get in my budget (used or new)

[MikeMartel 64]

Yeah, thanks for everyones help. I think i might grab the Orion 2500d, because its locally. Thanks Everyone!

[bassahaulic 155]

You won't maintain 14.4v when playing music just saying...

[MikeMartel 64]

Yes, I know im upsetting you bass and im sorry. I thought id be getting an M3a but we will see. It may be gone by the time I get the money for it. I just like planning ahead a little.

[BIGJEFF64 1]

i had my btl 18 triple stack on a powerbass 4k daily and it ran like a champ!!!

i say give it more power at least 3k