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What is clipping? Using MM to set Gains. (visual)



Certainly....but we all need to be spoon fed at times ;) At least they'll be able to "perceive" clipping now that it's somewhat explained. But that means we need to realize that your input voltage = amplitude. Too much amplitude can instigate square sine waves which could result in inadvertant "burps". If you didn't design your system for that type of abuse then be ready to buy new speakers.

I decided to post this since majority of people are clipping their subs and wonder why they're burning up their hardware. Bottom line/point to this thread....A GAIN KNOB ISN'T A VOLUME KNOB!!!!!! The other problem people have is loading their amp incorrectly. Most amps can't bridge and run 1ohm!!! Anyways, that's another thread.

So.... I set my gain by ear. I've clipped my sub with EQ before though :( That was fixed real quick ;) I didn't realize my amps EQ was turned all the way up. But if you understand how your hardware works you don't necessarily need a $500 o-scope to set your gain.
 
My amp is awesome... remote gain knob ftw.

I can clip my sub but man its already stupidly loud by that point that most people can't tell the difference worth a damn.

And that sub takes the abuse like its the only thing it was built for haha.
 


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