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How Can They Lie About RMS Power Ratings ?

Posted by ka7niq (A) on August 24, 2008 at 22:29:18

I ordered a pair of Gemsound 3955 Power Amps last week.
They are rated for 1400 watts RMS into 4 ohms bridged.

I THOUGHT the FTC regulated RMS power ratings so amp makers didn't LIE.

I just wanted some cheap power for my pair of 4 ohm subs.

THEN, I started thinking, my subs are 4 ohms, meaning my bridged amps will SEE 2 ohms ?

The place I am getting these from will refund my money IF they dont work,

But HOW can any company get away with lying about RMS ratings ?

Peak power is one thing, but these are rated RMS.

Isn't RMS regulated by the FTC ?

Hey, I would LOVE a Crown K2 ....

But these are JUST for the subwoofers.

My kids get 1000 watt car stereo amps cheap.

WHY cant an amp company give us good, cheap honest power ?

Anyone ever had a Gemsound Amp on a bench ?

DO they Lie ??

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