Speakers and amps are well matched to each other, and powerful enough for the requirement:
It is not a DJ party space, not a huge theater, etc. so don´t overthink it.
Clearly stated goal is
Again:don´t overthink it.
As suggested above, just wire speaker pairs in parallel to each channel, period.
Factory recommends 14ga wire, so be it.
Amplifier shows banana plugs, speaker drawings appear to show push terminals for bare wire ends, so go to first speaker in a line, uncover 1/2" end, repeat with wire which will continue the path to the second speaker, twist bare ends together and insert in first speaker terminals.
Repeat at the last speaker in the chain, obviously now using just one wire per terminal, since path ends there.
That´s all you need to install them, don´t overthink and complicate this job which is quite straightforward.
It is not a DJ party space, not a huge theater, etc. so don´t overthink it.
Clearly stated goal is
which it will meet and surpass, big time.
Again:don´t overthink it.
As suggested above, just wire speaker pairs in parallel to each channel, period.
Factory recommends 14ga wire, so be it.
Amplifier shows banana plugs, speaker drawings appear to show push terminals for bare wire ends, so go to first speaker in a line, uncover 1/2" end, repeat with wire which will continue the path to the second speaker, twist bare ends together and insert in first speaker terminals.
Repeat at the last speaker in the chain, obviously now using just one wire per terminal, since path ends there.
That´s all you need to install them, don´t overthink and complicate this job which is quite straightforward.
I've looked at the components, JMF, and can confirm your statement as well as adding images for future reference.
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Yes, I thought at first that the Fosi amp may be underpowered, but am reassured to see that it comes complete with a 24V/4.5A power supply.
To be fair, the TPA3116 chip is only rated for a 4ohm load on 21V input and running a 24V powersupply as supplied by Fosi is a bit naughty and technically overloading the amplifier. It will allow more current and more power on a 4ohm load than the chip designers have anticipated.
The chip even has a mode which 'simulates' a lower voltage powersupply by clipping the signal early to limit the power/current for this exact scenario:
We don't know if Fosi have configured the amplifier to use this feature.
As to if you could manage to let out the magic smoke in short order by running those speakers on that amplifier, I doubt it. Put it into thermal protection however? Reduce it's lifespan by causing it to run hot? Maybe.
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To be fair, TMM, it's JMFahey that you need to converse with, not me. 🙂
I'll let you two experts argue the pros and cons of the Fosi!
I'll let you two experts argue the pros and cons of the Fosi!
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Hello Newish Guy,
Not sure if this was specifically answered but if possible, check that you amplifier can be run into 4 ohm load if it states a 4 ohm load then its yes and wire them in parallel, red to red and black to black and then red and black to the amp. If you are not sure about the amp go parallel red to black, black to red and black and red to amp. If possible, place the 2 drivers as close together as possible., if you turn things up and it distorts, then you probably need a bigger amp, it can be tricky to determine if you are over driving your drivers or running out of power.
Hope this helps.
G.