JL 500/1 2 1 Channel D Car Audio Amplifier - What You Must Know

Are you in search of a good amplifier? Then I would suggest you check out the JL car audio 500/1 amplifier. This amplifier is very efficient and will give little, if any, reason to worry. Here is something more about this product.

It is a class D amplifier. What does this mean? It means that it belongs to the class of highly efficient amplifiers that are up to 90% power efficient. This is a great advantage as it means your battery will not be easily run down. It makes the most efficient use of power when compared to other amplifier classes. And for your car, this is an invaluable feature.

This amplifier features a 12 inch polymer-coated subwoofer and a 12 inch polymer-coated passive radiator. These two are responsible for providing ample bass.

It has a minimum frequency response of 5HZ and a maximum of 0.5kHZ. This means that it will reproduce sound frequencies within this points.

It has protection circuitry which means you are protected from blowouts and short circuits.

It has an SN/R (Signal to noise ratio) of 95dB. This is the difference between the desired electronic signal and the background or self-noise of an audio system. The higher the SN/R, the better. So you can do a comparison with other amplifiers.

It has bass boost which means it can dramatically alter your bass levels to a preset value.

It has remote control. I guess this one doesn't need any explanation.

OUTPUT POWER... It has preamp outputs which means you can pass through another amp (For whatever reasons you'll want to do that -- perhaps for a show or something or for some huge setup).

It has a peak power rating of 500 x 1. However, its power at 2 ohms is 250 watts x 1. An ohm is a unit electrical impedance. In simple terms it means that at 2 ohms, this amp can exert a maximum of 250 watts (that's a lot for a car amp!).

It is tri-mode capable. This means that it supports an advanced method of connecting 2 amplifiers to one audio system.

It has a built-in crossover. This is an internal filter arrangement that breaks up a music signal into different frequency bands that can be sent to different speakers.

Now let's score this amplifier...

Pros of JL car audio amplifier

* It is extremely powerful.

* It has an amazing bass boost and has more than 500 watts of power.

* This amplifier has appealing looks.

* Easy to use and install

Cons of JL car audio amplifier

* Requires careful tuning.

* A bit expensive

I rate this amplifier highly. This amplifier is totally durable and user-friendly. This amplifier is very sleek and gives high-level performance.

This would cost you $400 to $439. So if you?re looking for an efficient amplifier then you should certainly go for the JL 500/1 car audio amplifier (Unless you prefer something less expensive and maybe not as powerful).

Visit car-audio-products-and-accessories.com to read more. Chimezirim Odimba writes for CAP.

Guitar Lessons - Amplifier Buyer's Guide

SELECTING THE BEST TYPE OF AMPLIFIER FOR YOU

So, you've got your eye on an electric guitar, or an acoustic with a pick-up. Then you're going to need an amplifier! But there's such a huge range, it can be daunting to even know where to start looking. Well, there's some key questions that can help guide you...

How good does the sound of my amp need to be?

Well, are you aiming to form a band and play some gigs, or just be able to hear your electric guitar in your bedroom? If you're a bedroom player, then any old amp will do to get you started. It'll come down to your personal preference as to how much you invest. If you want to get out and play live, then you might need to think about a quality amp - like a Marshall, Fender or other top brand. In the Pro Guitar Tips course, we devote a whole chapter to 'How to Get a Great Tone', to help you decide between a solid state or valve amplifier. It could actually take over a whole blog, it's such a personal choice too. But as someone starting out, the next question you need to ask yourself is:

How loud do I need to play?

As loud as %&*^ing possible, I hear you say! Well, to simplify things a bit, amplifiers come in all different volume sizes. It's fair to say the bigger the amp, the louder the sound. Amp power is rated by watts, with really loud amps ranging from 50-200 watts. If you're just looking for a bedroom practice amp, then around 10 watts will do you nicely. If you want to be able play with a live drummer and still hear the sound of your guitar, then you'll probably need 30+ watts of amp power.

How am I going to transport the amp?

I know a lot of guitarists who think they need the biggest amp. But I don't know a lot of guitarists who do stadium sized shows! Bigger doesn't necessarily make you play any better! Remember, the bigger your amp, the harder it's going to be to transport to rehearsals and gigs - at least until you get your own road crew! You don't want to put too much stress on your back just trying to lift the thing. Use common sense! Most gigs you'll play will use PA systems, where a microphone is placed in front of the amp, which is re-amplified to be mixed with rest of the band to heard by the audience.

How much money should I spend on an amp?

If you've got a limited budget, then I recommend spending the bulk of it on your guitar. A better guitar will be easier to play and will deliver rewards when it comes to sound quality. You can always upgrade your gear, but it's great to start with something with longevity. Exactly how much to spend on an amp comes back to your intended use, and personal preference. As usual, the more you spend the better the amp will sound. (The next figures are a rough price range guide in US and Australian dollars.)

Beginner: US $100-200 AUD $150-300 Intermediate: US $250-500 AUD $300-700 Professional: US $500-3000+ AUD $700-4000+

The combination of equipment is really important to your overall sound. A great amp with an average sounding guitar (and/or guitar player!) is still going to sound average. Trust your ears to tell you what sounds good, and practice hard!

Pete Williamson is a professional guitarist for 2 x times number one artist Pete Murray and hard rock band Mammal. Pete no longer gives private lessons, but you can check out his 200+ guitar lesson online course at Guitar Lessons, where you can also sign up for a free guitar lessons eNews.