Do i need an amplifier to put these in my 2002 buick lesabre custom?
1573547
Not necessarily, assuming your head unit has a built in amplifier. It's always recommended to match the RMS of the speakers with an amp output though... plus they sound much better :)
1573548
Your car's stereo receiver should provide enough amplification for these speakers. But if you want more, you can install an additional amplifier later.
1573549
It will depend on your head unit (factory/aftermarket), whether it has a built in amp, and the power output. Some vehicles have a factory external amp, they are usually located in the trunk of the car. For optimal sound you may want to invest in class a/b amp.
1573550
It all depends really. If you have the original radio then yes, you should run an amp to them. I currently haven them hooked directly to my Pioneer head unit with 22 watts RMS and they are quite loud at 3/4 volume. I do plan on running an amp later on to boost them up a bit.
1573551
They do not come with an amplifier, just a crossover. So, you could power them from your factory radio, aftermarket radio, or a separate amplifier.
1573552
I have used them both with and without and amp. Without the amp they do sound good but the amp brings them to life. I use a Sony 800 watt split into 4 speakers in a corvette, and a 1200 watt sub into 2 kickers 10" speakers I love this system. The best I've had yet
1573553
No they can run off the head unit but if you amp them they can handle the additional power.
1573554
I don´t believe that you need an amplifier since has all the possibilities to be install to the head unit directly.
1573555
I dont believe that you need an amplifier since has all the possibilities to be install to the head unit directly.
1648690
These are passive speakers. They do not have a built in amplifier. You will need a outside amplifier. I am using an older pioneer stereo amplifier to power the speakers.
29971
You will need an amplifier which you can get for $20. I suggest the Lepai LP-2020A+
413565
As the other responses say, yes, you do need an Amp or a receiver. Good Luck
601677
No. This is a preamp level device, you need an amplifier for connection to speakers.
1974547
I installed them in a 2008 Miata with the entry level sound system. Nice speakers but I need an amplifier to get the most out of them.
419457
No I do not have a amp hook up to this speakers I have the OEM radio on my car and sound perfect.
1654253
In my opinion you do not need an amp for these speakers. I think most of these speakers are supposed to be for a radio output of 50 watts per speakers so that match the typical radio. But, I will have to let you know that I do not really like these speakers for my car. I finally realized that my original speakers in my car had no tweeters; therefore, when I replaced them with tweeter it sounded to high pitch and not enough base. I bought some speakers at "speaker city" in burbank, which have given me the best sound, and they only cost $25 each. Good luck
2135272
Ye you need an amp, they are not powered speakers. They are passive speakers as indicated by the "P" in "B2030P" which means you need an amp to power them.
1874703
No. My husband used these to replace the speakers in his vehicle No amp needed.
1680122
First this is a car amplifier. Second with the proper installation you can do it. But if you are asking that you probably not the right guy to do it
1379817
The Amp comes with all needed wiring. You don't need to buy additional wiring. Just watch the installation video found on Hogtunes website. I found the video very helpful .... Enjoy !
20430
Unfortunately, no. These really need an amp to drive them. They just won't sound right without. You need something made for wattages similar to what your head unit can deliver.
195985
Hi Scott...You don't need an amp, I hooked mine up without one.....take care.....Andy
1138864
No amp needed. They function just like ordinary speakers. Hook your output lead from the radio for the rear speakers, and you're done.
937049
No, these are just speakers and have no amplifier. You would need to have a receiver connected to them.
2092096
Probably not, your going to need a amp otherwise they end up fairly underpowered