Originally posted by bluetour:
Sorry, yes, I did see it, but I wasn't sure other people would, so I put it on this thread in the hopes it would be viewed more and potentially get more different (or concurrent) replies. I would like to get a PPI amp, but wasn't sure if that would be enough power, considering I've never had any actual experience with PPI, just what I've heard from other people. More importantly, is there some secret place (other than eBay) to pick up PPI amps? Since I've started looking for amps, I've seen one battered A404 up on eBay and none since. I'd really like to have an A404.

And no, as long as it works and I can connect it up, age is irrelevant.



Bluetour,
The A404 would definately provide sufficient power as would the previous PPI amp I linked to. Their ratings are measured at 12 volts and normally you'll be sending them around 14 volts which will result in more power. The Art series amps are famous for their SQ and durability although the .2 series were alittle better than the the first models, hence the A300.2, 600.2 They're also known to get very hot but I've never seen one shut down from overheating. I live in Florida where the temp. is always in the 90's in the summertime and I've taken trips in my car for hours without the amps shutting down. I bought both my Art series amps on ebay about a year ago "I think" and I've had no problems with them. They will definately be switched over to my next vehicle when the time comes. I spent weeks looking for some in good shape and I know it can be difficult but you have to keep checking. Here's a perfect example.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3089507176&category=18796
Brand new!!! can you believe it. I'm sure some others who have had prior experience with these amps will chime in with their thoughts. I've been into car audio for many years and I've had half a dozen systems including amps from companies like soundstream "reference 500&700" Mmats, US amps, and PPI. I've definately been the most happy with the Art series from PPI and they are definately worth looking into. If you have some time, keep checking ebay until you find one in good shape. The ones I bought were in pretty good shape and I got them looking great with alittle work from my dremmel. I'll keep an eye out for you. BTW, are you set on getting one 4 channel amp or would you be open to the thought of two 2 channel amps. I ask because there are 2 really nice PPI art series amps for sale on ebay right now. They are an A300 and A200. Here's the links.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3088390516&category=18796
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3088389887&category=18796

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