Alpine System

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Originally Posted by sqcomp

I don't have a problem with running the component set off that amplifier. The thing to look for in a 6 channel is onboard crossovers...I can't imagine ANY 6 channel these days without a crossover section. You don't need to buy an outboard three way crossover if your amplifier already has one. It gives you the advantage of separate power to each component speaker...and in your case the woofer as well. You also have more control of the crossover points having the component set off one amplifier.

Agreed, agreed, agreed! I was just making the point about bi-wiring's possibly dubious benefits because the SPX crossovers specifically provide that functionality.

As noted, the SPX crossver is a cut above most because of it's fantastic flexibility with crossover points and phase control. IMHO you'd need time alignment as well as active crossovers in order to have a chance of doing a better job than what can be achieved out of the box, and given the OP's budget this would seem to be OOTQ.

Great to see some clued-up car audio guys here!