Power ms-8 with oem power wire?

kmarei · 03-24-2011, 09:24 PM

If I'm using the MS-8 only as a processor (using aftermarket amps) can I run it on the oem power wire for the HIFI amp (HIFI amp has been removed)?
Can't be bothered to run another power wire from the battery, I've already run 2x 4 guage cables.
Either I use the oem power wire, Or it will have to share a 4 gauge wire with a 2 channel amp (15amp fuse) and a sub amp (25amp) through a splitter.
Thoughts?

roller · 03-27-2011, 02:47 AM

Max current draw on MS-8 is 16A.

12*16 = 192W

Stock amp is 180W I believe? Should be fine.

kmarei · 04-09-2011, 04:29 PM

For future reference, the MS-8 draws 1amp when you're not using the internal amps

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roller Private First Class 10 Rep 164 Posts Drives: E92 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: OC, CA iTrader: (0)	Max current draw on MS-8 is 16A. 12*16 = 192W Stock amp is 180W I believe? Should be fine.
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kmarei Major General 688 Rep 6,845 Posts Drives: 2018 Audi RS5 coupe Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Reston, VA iTrader: (34) Garage List 2018 Audi RS5 [0.00]	For future reference, the MS-8 draws 1amp when you're not using the internal amps
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