Help with amp choice to power my 18's

[swift 501]

I am torn here an what amp(s) to power my 2 SP4 18's. I am looking to run RMS to them for a strong daily setup. If I ever do compete would be strictly for fun once. My thoughts are either....

DD M4a @ 1ohm........used

2 DD M3a's @ .5 ohm each........used

Crescendo BC5500 @ 1ohm..........new

DC 5.0k @ 1ohm...........used

Sundown 4500 ( a little expensive IMO).........used

2 Sundown 2500's @ .5 ohm each........used

Electrical should support whichever setup....Mechman 270, 2 Redtops under the hood and 2 XS d3400's in the rear with multiple runs of 1/0 gauge to rear. Front stage will get a Crescendo PDX 6.5, 8in and FT1 in each door ran of a Alpine PDX 4.150.

I am leaning heavily towards either a DC 5k or a new Crescendo 5500

Budget is 1000 or less. I'm tired of trying to decide and ready to get this decision over with and move on to the next step, lol

Opinions and why???

[bassahaulic 155]

M4a is strongest amp on that list by a long shot.

I love mine, tons of clean power. Built well. Just over all amazing amp.

[swift 501]

M4a is strongest amp on that list by a long shot.

I love mine, tons of clean power. Built well. Just over all amazing amp.

I missed a like new one on **** now looking again, seems like 2 m3a,s would be wicked too.

I have a lead on a local DC but don't know if the dude is serious or not. I have a couple weeks till subs get here so I am trying to be patient and make a solid choice

[bassahaulic 155]

I know for fact two M3a's can do 8k if wired low enough.

[stevemead08 752]

of course im loving my DC5ks. and for the price its great. same with the 5500s

[swift 501]

If you get a lead on one lead please let me know. I could even start with one and buy another one down the road I guess. I'm sure one m3a would push them ok just starting out. I may add another d3400 down the road. The. Xp3000's and d3100's are too large to fit under my false floor

Edited June 18, 2012 by swift

[swift 501]

of course im loving my DC5ks. and for the price its great. same with the 5500s

Exactly why my decision is a tough one.

[bassahaulic 155]

If the M4a can be found in the same price range, it's not even a competition.

[Sencheezy 689]

I would chose either the DC or the Nendo for sure. Both are proven amps.

any of the amps you've listed will do great. Just my two pics.

[swift 501]

I guess I will keep my eyes open, if not a new 5500 fits the budget.

[Dangrebel 89]

I'm a die hard crescendo fan! I say grab the 5500!!! They are tanks man! Put out more than rated at 12.5 volts! And the price is nice too backed with top notch customer service.

[swift 501]

Decided on the BC5500

There is a very nice M4a on another board for sale but thats just too much money. That extra money goes a long way in other areas.

Thanks for all the opinons

[Dangrebel 89]

You'll be pleased. That's it

[Kanaworm$ 292]

_{Now support that amp with proper electrical. Very nice choice on the amplifier!}