I definitely learnt a lot from this! I currently have JL audio speakers on my doors and trunk. I am building a full JL audio system. Always loved JL audio since I was a kid growing up! Thanks for sharing!
I shore wish I had watched this before setting up my RD900/5 amplifier. Only running the sub channel at the moment which is why I was scratching my head why I had to run a remote turn on wire when I wanted to use DC Offset but was unable to, now it makes sense, only works on channel 1 which I’m not currently using. Lots of good information!
Thanks you JL for these awesome videos. I just had a new VXi700/5 installed as well as high end speakers and a JL Subwoofer (Professionally installed by retailer), and watching these videos gives me an appreciation of car audio system setup, as well as becoming more familiar with my system.
Sorry to be so offtopic but does someone know of a way to get back into an instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my password. I would appreciate any assistance you can give me
@Ernest Kamdyn I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im trying it out atm. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
I have to vouch to the quality of JLAudio, I purchased a HD 900/5 amp and 10w6 sub back in 2007-8, they have seen three car installs along the way, the amp is still running strong and being used in my current system, the sub has finally gave out last month, the cone separated from the foam baffle on the outside, I know I could probably send it back and get it fixed (16+ years of jamming, cant complain!), but I decided to get a new one in your pre-made ported box, may still send back to see if the old one can be fixed. So I have a question about setting gains, I'm currently running Focal elite 165k2 two ways, the crossovers have sperate outputs for both the tweeter and mids, so, I have the tweeters running off the front channel and the mids running off the rear channels, should I use different test tones for each channel now that the mid and tweeter are running off separate channels? and if so, what test tones should I use for them? Also does this make any sense running them like this, is there any sound quality gain having the mid and tweeters getting more "power" or should I just run them off the front channel? thanks
Yes! You could use the DMM method, although typically the clip light allows you to gain a bit of extra output versus the set target voltage suggested for 75 watts.
What is “desirable” level of clipping for a sub in terms of a percentage of voltage above spec on a DMM? Sub is JL M7 12” Also, my Fusion RA770 doesn’t clip at full volume on my SMD-1 so I set the gains at full volume
I am truly educated here by JLAudio and glad to learn that people behind the products are really smart and informative. I have a question. For analog frequency filters, if I want my midrange to work fully at 300Hz, I have to set filter to high-pass mode and the potentiometer to 300/1.4 Hz or 214 Hz (at -6 dB) and then the power will drop 12 dB from 300 to 150 Hz. I already check out the manual and there is no information about at what frequency the filter starts to cut off for a given potentiometer value?
So TW1 or TW3 with the VX700/5I? I have C3-650 in coax in the front door and C2-650x in the rear doors. Sub will go in the boot of an open hatchback (2014 Subaru Impreza)
I wish every manufacturer had videos like JL! Someday I will be able to afford a full JL setup. Their subs and Amps combined give you a setup that will literally blow off your socks!
What an awesome video! I read manuals and tuned my amp for my XD300/12TS3 power wedge to 24.5v as the manual said at 3/4 of the volume . (Thanks for the sound file from your website) It didn’t quite sound/feel loud enough for my normal listening level. I did this before watching this video. Half volume is very loud on the stock Bose system in my truck, so I think I will tune it the same way but at half volume. If I decide to go louder than half, can I just use the remote to lower the sub volume in that scenario even though it would probably be very temporary? This video just made everything so much easier to understand when installing a new sub!
We can't recommend one dealer in particular over another, however for a full list of local authorized JL Audio dealers please visit our online dealer locator here: www.jlaudio.com/dealers
Hey there, Dante! Thanks for reaching out. Since no load is attached and the amplifier is not doing much work, it shouldn't matter if vehicle is on or off.
Hi, you mentioned something about the TwK88 and input sensitivity. My source unit has a 5v pre-out and distorts at volume 48/50. Am I right in saying that the lower the voltage number on the input side, the less gain I will need to use at the amplifier? I ask because right now, with the volume at where it is, the input is set at 7.1, which yields in me having to turn the gain up high, I normally run direct from source to amp and I don't have to crank up the gain so much, it normally clips at just under 1/4 of a turn.
Congratulations, Stephen! You won our third place prize of the holiday giveaway. Direct message us on Instagram or Facebook to collect your Ogio backpack filled with JL Audio swag!
I’ve always been happy with JL products, I’ve been using them since 2000. Never a problem but I wouldn’t want to be a manufacturer. I’ve seen teenage idiots ( is there any other kind?) do everything wrong. 10 gauge wire from battery post to frame. Using amp gain AND Bass boost as volume control, 2 4 ohm subs wired series and claiming subs are junk with no output. You name it I’ve seen it.
Hi @JLaudio Just getting back into putting bass in my car after around 15 years gap so slightly rusty. I haven’t really used JL Audio in the past but after research I am sold. So I’d like around 500rms and am very interested in a single 10w3v-2, space is an issue so will be getting a custom sealed enclosure made specifically for it with all recommendations set by JL. My question is would the JD500/1 amp be a good partner for the sub? Many thanks
Riz, our apologies for the delayed response - our tech team will certainly be able to assist you with this further - you can reach out to them directly here: jlaudio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360000078093
someone tried to take my amp out of my trunk and now it wont work and they told me it was the RCA jack. I can not afford to pay 125 dollars to have them fix how can i fix myself
Richard, thank you so much for reaching out. Please contact our tech team directly and they will be able to assist you with this further. jlaudio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360000078093
Done this hundreds of times setting levels at 3/4. When you set the bass knob all the way up and adjust at 3/4. Everything below that and below half has 0 bass to the sub. Not sure that’s the best setting.
Steve Turrisi has a slight Christopher Walken accent going on “you’re…setting your…gains all wrong, if you…set it…too high, I’m gonna have to…clip YOU”
ME GUSTARIA QUE EN UN FUTURO TAMVIEN EXPLICARAN TODO EN ESPANOL PORQUE MUCHAS PERSONAS COMO YO NO ENTENDEMOS MUCHAS COSAS PORQUE NO ENTENDEMOS MUCHO EL INGLES GRACIAS
Hey saludos espero que esten bien, nos hemos visto antes, en los show del mea soy de Buff,NY Trabajo para Lou Latif, de AudioOne. Gracias por su valioso tiempo. Aunque a veces sepamos esto muchas veces las pasamos por alto por que nos olvidamos de algunos detalles. Detalles muy importantes que terminan en dolores de cabeza. siempre estoy pendiente de sus videos….es como el sistema de mantenimiento que le doy al conocimiento. Gracias espero que esten bien.
i get you can plug high level into the rca's but damn, you make a nice clean sleek compact amplifier but then put the biggest ugliest bulkiest (probably not a word) connectors on it.
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JL Audio is and always will be the king of audio. Audiophile’s rejoice!
Thanks for the support, Lucas!
Proper amp setup is totally important!! Love teaching customers about this!
Totally agree!
Favorite Help Center Video! Yes I watched every bit. Very informative and helpful. I like to know my equipment in depth
Glad it was helpful!
I'm glad I found this video. Just in time for my install of two 12w7's and two HD750/1's to push them!
Nice!
This is my favorite video in the JL help section. Helped a lot with my own setups.
Glad to hear. Thanks for watching, Connor!
I definitely learnt a lot from this! I currently have JL audio speakers on my doors and trunk. I am building a full JL audio system. Always loved JL audio since I was a kid growing up! Thanks for sharing!
Great to hear! Let us know if you have any further questions!
@@JLAudioInc Awesome! Thanks guys! JL audio always
Rob was an angel of patience... Good job buddy.
Appreciate the feedback, Lewis. Glad you enjoyed.
It is so easy to set these new amps up! I love it
Glad you like it!
Love this video. It speaks to not only JL products. All of our customers can benefit from watching this. Great info broken down and very helpful.
Thanks for watching!
Favorite informational video so far . Haven’t had the pleasure of owning a VXI amp yet .
Glad it was helpful!
My favorite video. Great topic and excellent amplifiers.
Glad you enjoyed it!
So far this is my favorite video here. I'm sure I'll find more.
Happy to hear it. There are plenty more to come!
Best and most helpful video for me personally. JL Audio y’all ROCK! Merry Christmas from Western KY!
Same to you, Brad - thank you!
This my favorite video on all of TH-cam!
Greatly appreciate the love, Truong!
JL OVER EVERYTHING !!!
STEVVVVVVVVEEEEEEE THE GOAT !!!! ONE OF YOUR BIGGEST FAN OF JL AUDIO since 06 WITH THE HELP OF MATT M. !!
Thanks for the long-time support!
This is my favorite video JL Audio for life
Awesome. Good luck, Eduardo!
Really enjoy watching these educational videos! Thanks
Glad you like them! Stay tüned for more!
I shore wish I had watched this before setting up my RD900/5 amplifier. Only running the sub channel at the moment which is why I was scratching my head why I had to run a remote turn on wire when I wanted to use DC Offset but was unable to, now it makes sense, only works on channel 1 which I’m not currently using. Lots of good information!
If you have any additional questions, we're here to help! Please don't hesitate to reach out.
Thanks you JL for these awesome videos. I just had a new VXi700/5 installed as well as high end speakers and a JL Subwoofer (Professionally installed by retailer), and watching these videos gives me an appreciation of car audio system setup, as well as becoming more familiar with my system.
Rock on! You're very welcome. Thanks for the great feedback!
Sorry to be so offtopic but does someone know of a way to get back into an instagram account..?
I was stupid forgot my password. I would appreciate any assistance you can give me
@Boden Edward Instablaster =)
@Ernest Kamdyn I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im trying it out atm.
Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
@Ernest Kamdyn it did the trick and I finally got access to my account again. I am so happy:D
Thanks so much, you saved my ass !
Great info... look forward to checking out other videos in the series!
Awesome, thank you! There will be even more to come - stay tüned
Favorite video of 2020. JL audio is the best.
Appreciate the love and support, Matthew!
love these videos! please keep doing them.
We certainly will. Please keep an eye out on our social channels for more live sessions!
Great video to help with new build first build in over 15 years
Glad to hear it!
With such good info this is my favorite. Great job!
Awesome! Thank you!
Thank you for always providing great information. 👍🏾
Any time! Thanks for watching!
ive played with stereo stuff for years , and its nice to learn something new
Glad to hear you learned something! If you ever have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out!
This is my favorite help video and they are all very helpful! I can’t wait to own a VXi Amplifier and upgrade from my Slash. Happy New Years!
Glad to hear it! Happy New Years to you as well. Good luck!
@@JLAudioInc Thank you!
This is my favorite help center video very descriptive and helpful
Awesome, thank you!
Awesome tutorial, JL for the win!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!
Great resource! Thank you for the time and info.
Our pleasure - glad you enjoyed it!
This is my top favorite video .. super useful information ..thank you
Glad you liked it!
I have to vouch to the quality of JLAudio, I purchased a HD 900/5 amp and 10w6 sub back in 2007-8, they have seen three car installs along the way, the amp is still running strong and being used in my current system, the sub has finally gave out last month, the cone separated from the foam baffle on the outside, I know I could probably send it back and get it fixed (16+ years of jamming, cant complain!), but I decided to get a new one in your pre-made ported box, may still send back to see if the old one can be fixed. So I have a question about setting gains, I'm currently running Focal elite 165k2 two ways, the crossovers have sperate outputs for both the tweeter and mids, so, I have the tweeters running off the front channel and the mids running off the rear channels, should I use different test tones for each channel now that the mid and tweeter are running off separate channels? and if so, what test tones should I use for them? Also does this make any sense running them like this, is there any sound quality gain having the mid and tweeters getting more "power" or should I just run them off the front channel?
thanks
Thanks for the great info definitely will help on future projects !!!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do! Thanks for watching!
Such an important factor to know especially when building and adding more power and sound.
Glad you were able to get something out of the videos! Thanks for watching!
This was my favorite helped me program my amp. 2020 giveaway and easy for many more. Jp quiso by far my favorite amps to get.
Happy to hear it. Good luck with the giveaway!
This helped a lot with my 25 year old band pass box from JL
Glad we could help!
this is my favorite video by far!!
Happy to hear it, Ricardo. Thanks for watching!
Great Info! Can I use also the DMM method on a JD400/4 as well as the clipping LED?
Yes! You could use the DMM method, although typically the clip light allows you to gain a bit of extra output versus the set target voltage suggested for 75 watts.
@@JLAudioInc Thanks!
What is “desirable” level of clipping for a sub in terms of a percentage of voltage above spec on a DMM? Sub is JL M7 12”
Also, my Fusion RA770 doesn’t clip at full volume on my SMD-1 so I set the gains at full volume
I am truly educated here by JLAudio and glad to learn that people behind the products are really smart and informative. I have a question. For analog frequency filters, if I want my midrange to work fully at 300Hz, I have to set filter to high-pass mode and the potentiometer to 300/1.4 Hz or 214 Hz (at -6 dB) and then the power will drop 12 dB from 300 to 150 Hz. I already check out the manual and there is no information about at what frequency the filter starts to cut off for a given potentiometer value?
Geat to hear! To answer your question, the filters in most of our amplifiers have a 12dB slope.
Love these videos, so informative!
So glad! Thanks for watching, Will!
So TW1 or TW3 with the VX700/5I?
I have C3-650 in coax in the front door and C2-650x in the rear doors.
Sub will go in the boot of an open hatchback (2014 Subaru Impreza)
I wish every manufacturer had videos like JL! Someday I will be able to afford a full JL setup. Their subs and Amps combined give you a setup that will literally blow off your socks!
We can't thank you enough for the kind words, Darin! Stay tüned - more videos to come!
this is what i have been looking for!
Perfect - Glad we could help! Please let us know if you have any questions.
Great video found it very helpful thank you ... love JL AUDIO especially my w7
Glad it helped!
Could ya explain to me why the 13.5W7 surround mold and crack off?
And is there a recall for this subwoofer?
What an awesome video! I read manuals and tuned my amp for my XD300/12TS3 power wedge to 24.5v as the manual said at 3/4 of the volume . (Thanks for the sound file from your website) It didn’t quite sound/feel loud enough for my normal listening level. I did this before watching this video.
Half volume is very loud on the stock Bose system in my truck, so I think I will tune it the same way but at half volume. If I decide to go louder than half, can I just use the remote to lower the sub volume in that scenario even though it would probably be very temporary?
This video just made everything so much easier to understand when installing a new sub!
Yes, as long as you're aware of the change and why you are doing it, there is nothing wrong with setting your sensitivity this way.
Awesome training videos. I didn’t know you guys had these videos until I read about it on the “Prize Giveaway” post on IG . Keep up the good work
Awesome! Thank you - and best of luck in the contest.
This is my Favorite. 2020 Giveaway. JL Audio For Life!
Good luck, Josh!
Great info! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
The clipping light such a great idea
Glad you enjoy it!
I love how the premium line amps have a clipping light for easy setting
Thanks for watching, Juan!
This is my favorite, since I'm working on my system
Awesome, Joel. Please let us know if you have any questions!
@@JLAudioInc I sure will thanks
Super helpful video!
Glad it was helpful!
Perfect timing to tune my slash 1000/1!
Awesome!
this was very helpful
Happy to hear, Ed. Thanks for watching!
Great vid this is my favorite video
Glad you enjoyed!
The dealers needs to get trained right because most don't know jack. They just want to sell specially around Los Angeles area. Any recommendations?
We can't recommend one dealer in particular over another, however for a full list of local authorized JL Audio dealers please visit our online dealer locator here: www.jlaudio.com/dealers
who ever said your product doesnt last is foolish. have the 13w7 built in 2005 and still works. also slash
Appreciate the kinds words and feedback!
Should this process be done with the engine running or engine off? Thank you.
Hey there, Dante! Thanks for reaching out. Since no load is attached and the amplifier is not doing much work, it shouldn't matter if vehicle is on or off.
Is there an email I can send my plans to to have JL verify my thought process in building my system?
Thanks for reaching out. Absolutely! You can reach out to our technical team here: jlaudio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
Hi, you mentioned something about the TwK88 and input sensitivity. My source unit has a 5v pre-out and distorts at volume 48/50. Am I right in saying that the lower the voltage number on the input side, the less gain I will need to use at the amplifier? I ask because right now, with the volume at where it is, the input is set at 7.1, which yields in me having to turn the gain up high, I normally run direct from source to amp and I don't have to crank up the gain so much, it normally clips at just under 1/4 of a turn.
Good stuff, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Congratulations, Stephen! You won our third place prize of the holiday giveaway. Direct message us on Instagram or Facebook to collect your Ogio backpack filled with JL Audio swag!
@@JLAudioInc Thanks!!
I’ve always been happy with JL products, I’ve been using them since 2000. Never a problem but I wouldn’t want to be a manufacturer. I’ve seen teenage idiots ( is there any other kind?) do everything wrong. 10 gauge wire from battery post to frame. Using amp gain AND Bass boost as volume control, 2 4 ohm subs wired series and claiming subs are junk with no output. You name it I’ve seen it.
There have certainly be some interesting "strategies" throughout the years that proved to be far from efficient. Thanks for sharing, Jeffrey!
This was helpful
Happy to hear you enjoyed it, David!
Hi
@JLaudio Just getting back into putting bass in my car after around 15 years gap so slightly rusty. I haven’t really used JL Audio in the past but after research I am sold. So I’d like around 500rms and am very interested in a single 10w3v-2, space is an issue so will be getting a custom sealed enclosure made specifically for it with all recommendations set by JL. My question is would the JD500/1 amp be a good partner for the sub?
Many thanks
@JLaudio I will appreciate if I can get a reply on this
Riz, our apologies for the delayed response - our tech team will certainly be able to assist you with this further - you can reach out to them directly here: jlaudio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360000078093
...setting the output of the twk 88 would be awesome.
Thanks for watching, Jared. Please let us know if you have any questions!
Really good info
Glad it was helpful!
Great products!!!
Thanks, Shannon!
Does anyone know the process to set up the amplifier gains going from Head Unit, to Twk, to non JL Audio Amplifier?
Thanks for the inquiry! Our tech team can definitely help with this!
Very helpful video, JL Audio or nothing!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks, Abel!
someone tried to take my amp out of my trunk and now it wont work and they told me it was the RCA jack. I can not afford to pay 125 dollars to have them fix how can i fix myself
Merry xmas!!
Merry Xmas, Johannes!
Do all jd amps have clip indicator, what would be the reason mine isn't turning on?
Richard, thank you so much for reaching out. Please contact our tech team directly and they will be able to assist you with this further. jlaudio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360000078093
Done this hundreds of times setting levels at 3/4. When you set the bass knob all the way up and adjust at 3/4. Everything below that and below half has 0 bass to the sub. Not sure that’s the best setting.
Steve Turrisi has a slight Christopher Walken accent going on “you’re…setting your…gains all wrong, if you…set it…too high, I’m gonna have to…clip YOU”
Too funny!
ME GUSTARIA QUE EN UN FUTURO TAMVIEN EXPLICARAN TODO EN ESPANOL PORQUE MUCHAS PERSONAS COMO YO NO ENTENDEMOS MUCHAS COSAS PORQUE NO ENTENDEMOS MUCHO EL INGLES GRACIAS
Hey saludos espero que esten bien, nos hemos visto antes, en los show del mea soy de Buff,NY Trabajo para Lou Latif, de AudioOne. Gracias por su valioso tiempo. Aunque a veces sepamos esto muchas veces las pasamos por alto por que nos olvidamos de algunos detalles. Detalles muy importantes que terminan en dolores de cabeza. siempre estoy pendiente de sus videos….es como el sistema de mantenimiento que le doy al conocimiento. Gracias espero que esten bien.
West palm tapping In
My favorite
Awesome!
I have a lot to learn still.....
Thanks for watching - stay tüned for more sessions!
My amp is the Rd 1500
Beautiful!
Boom on
Thanks for watching, Kyle!
Big fail on these amps. No hi level inputs?
i get you can plug high level into the rca's but damn, you make a nice clean sleek compact amplifier but then put the biggest ugliest bulkiest (probably not a word) connectors on it.
𝕲𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖙 𝖛𝖎𝖉𝖊𝖔 . 𝕮𝖆𝖗 𝖆𝖚𝖉𝖎𝖔 𝖘𝖔𝖚𝖓𝖉 𝖇𝖗𝖔𝖐𝖊𝖓 𝖉𝖔𝖜𝖓𝖙𝖔𝖆 𝖘𝖈𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖈𝖊. 👍🏽
Hello how are you? Lets grow togther.. thank you see u aroud too.
Thanks for visiting!
People always cheap out on amplifiers. A great amp is as important as the speakers!
Can't cut corners! Thanks for the feedback!
That's some serious abuse to tear/rip the spider or surround!
This is my favorite video here. A lot of great info!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! Keep up the amazing work.
Thanks for watching - will do!