Down4Sound JP23v2 up for review and testing *SHOP* (affiliate links) JP23v2 Monoblock Amplifier: lddy.no/1d7oj JP23v1.5 Monoblock Amplifier: lddy.no/10uwo (older model) JP84 Blue 4-Channel Amplifier: lddy.no/zhh0 All D4S Amplifiers: lddy.no/vv99 SKAR AUDIO RP2000.1D: lddy.no/1d7up D4S LTO 6.0 battery: lddy.no/1d7tj 1/0 OFC Amp Wiring Kit: lddy.no/1d7uj (don't get CCA!) HiFiVega 1/0 OFC Wiring Kit: bit.ly/3rV9vDU HiFiVega 1/0 OFC Big 3 Kit: bit.ly/3rXqxRW Note: Amp requires 1/0 OFC wiring and at least a supplementary battery. Remember, it takes power to make power, beef up your electrical system first! *VIDEO INDEX* 0:00 INTRO 0:15 SKAR RP2000 0:51 WHY DOES JP23 EXIST? 2:11 UNBOXING THE JP23v2 3:18 FEATURES AND SPECS 4:55 WHAT IS THE AMP DYNO? 6:22 AMP DYNO TESTS 9:47 SUBWOOFER TEST 10:47 WHAT'S INSIDE? 11:47 PROS AND CONS 12:53 FINAL THOUGHTS See Williston Audio EXTRAS for more tests: retrocarstereo.com *Video Gear I Use* Camera - iPhone 13pro 1TB - amzn.to/3nCjGvc RODE Wireless Go II Microphones: amzn.to/3Q6NVHl Shure MV7 Microphone: amzn.to/3A4OICK Zoom H4n Audio Recorder: amzn.to/3BXjVsS 960 LED Panel: amzn.to/2Sxoq3S This VIDEO was EDITED with LumaFusion on an iPad Pro 12.9: iPad: amzn.to/2Ancr1W Software: goo.gl/6yvWss *Test Bench Equipment* SMD / D'Amore Engineering Amp Dyno: goo.gl/sJTcf7 XS Power D1400 Batteries - amzn.to/2BPFCKW XS Power PSC60 Charger - amzn.to/2CHGcfs Fluke 1000A AC/DC Clamp Meter: amzn.to/2Rw5WDA Handheld Dyno: amzn.to/2u2EgKV My Favorite Screwdriver Kit: amzn.to/2x0VzcE _DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you purchase from one of the product links, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases_

I absolutely love how they included a clip light on it, every amp should come with that for quick gain set ups

If the lighting is too bright on the bass knob etc. other stuff in your car you can always get a small piece of window tent and put over the display, it really helps

Congrats on the 300k big D. I didn’t think there was 300 thousand bass-heads left in the world!

Skar is due for a new amp lineup. There not bad amps but with the variety now available it's hard not to go another way. Excellent video n I dig the new bass remote, that's pretty cool

If you are watching this JP, or BigD if you can pass this along, it would great if they offered end covers for the amps to hide the wires and link multiple amps to make it look like a single large amp. I remember a few companies did this back in the 90 and 2000's and I thought it was neat, but they were higher priced amps I couldn't afford back then.

went from 239 to 380 thats a big jump ! the skar is 212 same as 4 years ago and they have them at skar now !

Jp23 v2 is a power house. 🙌 We in it to win it. Never forget it ! Thank you Williston audio labs 🍻

If they would offer them with an option to choose the color of the amp it would be a better deal, or even just offer them all with an option for black that would be better. If you buy a two channel and a 4 channel for instance they are physically similar but the color difference is like a bag of skittles. Props to Jonathan for making it happen, but the different color amps makes my ocd go crazy.

Feels like they have a similar Korean manufacturer as Orion. It really is a great time for car audio.

I've never been much of a JP fan. Nothing against him I've just never been into the vibe he puts out. He's working hard to build something doing what he enjoys. I think that's cool and admirable... but given that I'm sitting here watching this looking for something to dislike.... I can't do it. These amps have a great look and a unique color which I think is cool. The attention to detail is really good and it does more than rated. There is just nothing to run down. Overall I'm impressed with this and it seems like a great product.

I don't normally take notice. But I just seen that your now at 300k Subs.. A huge congrats. Been subscribed since Nov 2017 & Patreon since March 2018. I have seen every video & the quality gets better & better. Great work Brother 👏 🙏 👍

Skar is cool looking and a great budget build. The big problem with Skar it’s virtually every amp and subwoofer at some point somewhere has some reliability issues. There are more budget builds nowadays and then the 90s when I was growing up but you still get what you pay for. Down for sound make some solid products very good good price point. Personally I run Harman audio Infiniti components and subwoofers. I like to use alpine amps but on my subs I am running a Kicker 1200.1. If I had to rebuild a system from scratch I honestly think the best middle line quality you can get a CT sounds for your price point. No one complains about their products and you can get a very good set up for a small amount of money. Plus they just came up with a three speaker component system which is what I prefer to run. But I am more into SQ build an SPL builds

I guess it Dynos about 1000 watts higher than the RP2K but at double the price I wouldn't call it filling the void when they're out of stock. It's just a different amp. Probably more comparable to the SKv line.

I’ve got the JP8 and it has been AMAZING!!! Originally I had it on a single Savard HiQ running 1 ohm. Now, it is powering eight 6.5” woofers in an infinite baffle setup running 2 ohms. It runs cool and has plenty of power in reserve!!

I greatly appreciate how detailed you are with your reviews. This amp sounds like a must have. Thank you.

It's hard to beat Skar Audio's price point and a 2 year warranty!

This can't be compared with Skar Audio's RP2000. The JP23 v2 is $379 and the RP2000 is $212. Yeah the JP23 puts out a lot more power but it's going to cost a lot more to get it. So that isn't going to end anything for Skar. The only way that will happen is with an amp that puts out a lot more power and costs the same as the Skar amps. That's just my opinion as someone on a very tight budget. I would still choose the RP2000 all day if I needed a 2k watt amp.

Big D, you introduced me to Down4Sound. Thanks. I'm running a JP8 all thanks to you and I'm very happy with it. Thanks!

For around the $400 mark, would the Skar rp3500.1 be an actual comparison now?

I bought this a couple days ago and I did notice that it has “trick or treat” under the red wire. It’s very small but it’s cool that it’s there

This amp has all the power and features you need and leaves out what's unnecessary (Except for the missing phase control). Fantastic power for the price. The quality of the construction seems good too. Now I'm waiting for them to produce an 'audiophile' version class A/B, the final frontier!

Still hard to beat Skar on the cheap though. Those JP amps are very impressive.

Jp v2 is out and I don't even have my 3 jp23 v1s installed yet dang I'm slow. Good video as allways. Btw I did just order 3 b2 12s so maybe for Christmas I can buy my batterys and alternator and start installing first the year.

I like this with the comparisons of other amp’s please do more videos like this thank you

How can you compare the 2 amps when the price points are NOT even close to being the same?!?

It's an awesome amplifier but it's almost double the price of the skar rp2000. It's not comparable really.

Jesus JP take it easy I can’t keep having to do a whole new setup because you’re always releasing dope amps

If u wanna compair amps then do jp 23 and skar 3500.1d there both around same price point

Whoever had the idea to make the remote control case look like a mini amp. They deserve a shower beer.

imo, Skar was never an issue with the rail voltage amps from South America, they couldn't even come close when they can make 15k amps for the same price as 3k amps from Skar... Some nice numbers for D4S tho, and a small footprint when im used to dealing with the amps from the 90s LOL!

Nice👍👍thx for sharing! The 4ohm especially pretty impressive and nice efficiency! ❤️ I can vouch for these amps, I've had the jp8 and have the jp23. If you can feed it the power, it will not let you down. 👍

I hope they come out with a micro 4 channel amp.:) i wonder how small they can make one, and still get 75 watts per channel :D

Pretty damn impressive at this price point. I was considering a gamble on a refurbished kicker cxa 1800.1 for 340.. but for the extra 30 bucks new this thing is the obvious choice. Bonus points that the color matches my van 😎

Thanks for showing in your video what your setting the amp to on settings before the actual dynamic test

I just purchased a JP234 to replace my Skar 150.4 and should be getting it delivered this week. At twice the rated power I have big expectations for it

I'm still running a 1200w Rockford Fosgate amp I've had for many years but if I ever need to upgrade the JP amps would definitely be on my list

Will that bass control work on my jp8?

I was so wrong about this amp. It pushes my SA15v2s very well. I needed some more RCA jacks

I bought the first JP23 and never had any regrets. Feed the Amp voltage it will give you a lot of power.

Can you make a video performing low volume voltage tests with the JP23 V2 like you did with the JP8 please?

Beautiful amp they did a great job on it . Hope everyone one else dose the same with there amps. .these guys are setting a good example to the other companys .

Well now I’m thinking I should grab one of these amps 🤔

One change I would love to see for v3 is to get away from using the RJ50 10P10C connector/cable system for the bass remote knob. Makes it a pita to make a custom length cable. Surely this can be done over a standard 8P8C RJ45 ethernet cable?

I ordered this based on what you tested these at. I got the combo. This big amp and the little brother JP23-4. Can’t wait to install them!

Holy shit 1400 at 4 ohms!

Congratulations !! 300K Great Job indeed

Thanks for this awesome dyno video! Bought this amp and love it! Btw, there is a message on the board like the other JP amps, it's harder to find but it's on there! "Trick or treat" Keep your awesome vids coming, they influence people shopping for new stuff! Thanks for your great content!

It’s impressive for sure, but does SKARs pull close to that much juice?

I got the JP84 and JP8 on two 12" jizzllamas built by robotunderground for my son. It's been a really good amp he runs the shit of if it. I think the 12s can take more but I didn't want to buy another mids and highs amp to match it. So right about the brightness of the old bass nob waaaayyy to bright. And the fan I thought I was get feedback on the highs until I figured out it was the fan. But all in all I'm very happy with the amps

Nice equipment. The D4S line of amplifiers seem to be high quality builds with great power. Just wish I had the extra cash to buy this one. My Rockford Fosgate power 500 finally took a shit on me. Oh well. Time to start saving. Good video BIG D

you should do 2 of them strapped, if you got these numbers from 1 imagine 2!!!! I have 2 JP8s and they are putting my 12 inch sub to work!!! maybe even OT! 😅

Man bro. DFS really showing out. Great price per watt. Might be time for an upgrade for myself.

There’s still a message on the board down on the bottom right by where the red power wire runs across the board!

I litterally bought the jp23 v1.5 earlier this month and have been running it for about a week and a half bumping a sundown audio u12 1500w. It's a fantastic amp. I wish i had some foreknowledge that the v2 was litterally right around the corner. Oh well. I have no complaints other than bass knobs 2300 lumens leds.

I have to comment.....I've heard a lot of negative comments and bad reputation involved with this JP individual and d4s but I've used the website multiple times and have NEVER had an issue....so I wanna give a kudos for my experience with them...

Awesome! You know what i havent seen is a couple amps strapped and dynod. Before and after strapping. Noone has done a strapped setup dyno

You're the reason why I'm purchasing these amplifiers, i learned so much with no education at all one this stuff.. You're an amplifier, amp Gawd!

What power does this amp put out at 12V?

This amplifier is over the top. I love the numbers but I don’t think I need that much right now on my setup. It’s insane.

400 hp 4 bangers are no where near rice ijs

JP amplifiers are among the best in the market in terms of performance and price. Special shoutout to Jacob Scott.

I see alot of ppl that run these on tiktok with 4 gauge power/ground wires and factory electrical lol. Deff took Skar RP2k's spot! RP2K has a permanent protect issue so u gotta get the right one. I went thru 4 till I got the right one! This was almost 3 yrs ago now, and I still got it and still works.🤷‍♂️

Very impressive for the price point BIG D!! I'm hoping it causes others to raise their own bars as the new market isnt a 1/10 of what we had Brother. Thanks for another good review

Glad I saw this and that I subscribe. I was about to order a JP23V1.5 in the next couple weeks. Looks like I'll be getting the V2 to go along with the JP34AB I need to order.

Link to Buy?

These things are so under rated, and they look gorgeous. They need an anodized purple line now imo lol.

Skar RP 2k in stock for $212, as of this comment. Refurbished for $159. Another great video sir and JP amps are sold performers. Definitely one of the best amps on the market today. I currently have two of the Skar RP 2k, RP 800, RP 9005, a lot of their amps lol. But these JP's amps are grabbing my attention. They seem very well built. I may buy one soon. Thanks for these in depth and detail videos, they are much needed and appreciated.

Now let's see a real world test, 14.4 lol who runs that volts in a street daily noone, of course your making good power look at the juice your pushing. Now try that test @ 12.5 volts real world test? Let's see it

0:53 Watching Dereck in the video looking all Don Johnson Miami Vice, with the Tee and Sport Jacket! Nice!! 👌👍😉And dig that message on the circuit board *"JP23 v1 DO NOT EAT"*

Hot Damn JP you put out some serious 🔥 with this V2 !! Friggin best amp for the money ! I know what my next purchase is going to be , this thing is best in class hands down , no competition. These things have amazing sound quality also . Keep it up Jonathan you are putting out the best quality amps out right now.

Love my jp23. Wish he'd make subs. The market needs more lower fs and decently efficient subs for smaller boxes

It's almost $100 more then the RP. Not really competing with it price wise, weird comparison.

Got the new JP23 and it's totally awesome but that knob display will still give you a suntan but I love having the clip indicator. Didn't come with those cool lil standoffs anymore

Also wheres the low ohm test? I checked your other channel ,but did not see it.

Wow quite a gain in power for the v2.

Can you do a test on a amp with out dual inputs and with dual inputs to see if the extra wire makes that big a difference. I think it would be educational to see the difference

So which would be better, Taramps 5000.1 or this?

skar is still $200 and you can get them from skar .

Man I was thinking bout 2 skv2 4500 for 4 vxfs but for the 2 I can almost just buy a jp 83 but I'm just not sure based on info pricing design it's just tough to decide

What is the difference between JP8 and JP8 V 1.5?

How much power at 12.6 volts ?

What is the damping number?

What’s the best way to get and maintain the highest voltage at your amp/amps?

This amp draws 361 amps at 1ohm. So i would need an H.O. alternator bigger than that?? Lmk

The JP amps are the standard amps should shoot for. They look good, perform great and have a kick butt bass knob.

Thats great they were able to make the amp smaller, with more output! Also, it's nice they lowered the brightness on the level control. I took mine apart, after finding an old piece of kodak film negative, and put that in front of it to lower the brightness, and then put back together

Anyone know if the built in bass knob does the same thing as a Audio Control Epicenter?

I have a skv2 3500 on 2 15 VXF's and I absolutely love it..

Where would you put the leads for a 1 ohm sub? It’s dual 2 down to 1. Just confused on the inputs. Look at the pic closely.

Skar RP2000.1 is $212 on Skar's website. The JP23V2 is $379. That's a big price difference. I don't see many people cross shopping those. Lost me with the ricer comment. Out of touch.

You mention that they're looking to unseat Skar, but how are the "old-school" brands like JL, Kicker, and Alpine doing in terms of market share in a world of Skar, D4S, and Taramps? Does anyone track this data, like the Consumer Electronics Association? Curious how much D4S vs Skar matters in a crowded car audio world. Also, nobody's going to talk about that sweet sport coat Big D has on in his call with D4S? Very professional.👔

Just curious why you didn't run the 1/2 Ohm test? As it is covered under their warranty. Love the vid, all your vids!! Thanks for giving us the info needed!!

Good video and just as I'm thinking of stepping up from my AT1400. How do you think it compares to the AT2300?

When do you plan on posting the extras on the extras page? Btw great video man!

Jp23 v2 or smart 3k?

What amp I need to push 2 15s Memphis

Good evening sir I got my hands on a Skar audio SVR-10 dual 4 OHM 800 watt RMS speaker, I was thinking of using a Skar Audio AR1X10V Single 10" Armor Coated Ported Subwoofer Box. What kind of amplifier would you recommend for this application? I’m also adding an Alpine 4 channel 800 watt amplifier and changing all four 6-1/2” door and deck speakers as well. Thank you in advance for the advice

We need a matching JP23/4 v2 in blue.

Great amp but it's definitely not going to dethrone Skar audio.