drjbeard

2012 Lincoln MKX. Standard sound system. Replaced all drivers excepting sub with Infinity Kappa this weekend. System clips severly at a little over 50% volume - it was exactly the same with the factory drivers. At this level the folume is loud but not overwhelming. Does this system have a discrete amplifer and where is it located? Assume replacment of factory amp with a product with adequate reserve is possible?

New 2012 MKX now @ 5000 miles. Love the car. Standard (not THX) sound system occasionally clips at moderately ( around half way on the volume indicator) loud music settings. It has not been consistent. Replaced all factory speakers with much better Infinity Kappa Speakers this weekend, still have clipping (volume suddenly reduced on sharp peaks) basically the same as factory speakers. Does this system have an independent amplifer separate from the head unit. I think there is a separate subwoofer amp, but the sub performance is not relevant to this issue.