The TRUTH About Car Audio CAPACITORS! Testing a CHEAP 12v Capacitor VS IOXUS UltraCap Supercapacitor

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3 жыл бұрын

It's time to settle to debate once and for all with our awesome new Ultracap!!! Are all those cool looking capacitors from Amazon and Best Buy really solving the problems people are buying them for? Do they help with overall voltage drop? Will they increase RMS wattage? What about MAX watts? Well, let's put the myth to the test by testing and comparing with an awesome new product: The Ioxus Ultracap Supercapacitor Module. That's right, guys! We'll even highlight a VERY DIFFICULT test to perform with Tony D'Amore's DYNAMIC POWER demo at the end. Thanks for watching and remember to JOIN THE GIVAWAY by commenting below for a chance to win a UC-31 for yourself!!!!
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@meade916 3 жыл бұрын

the key to a cap working is it HAS to be near the amp it is feeding...that is why the 1f showed positive results. Good video Exo!!!

@russlora 3 жыл бұрын

I wire my liion bank right next to the amp within 1 foot for this very reason . It is huge to put whatever your backup bank is right by the Main amps

@youdig3691 3 жыл бұрын

u kno he's sensitive lol

@youdig3691 3 жыл бұрын

@Tsunauticus III he most likely never will lol.. he's about to be 48 but acts 4-8 years old lol.. I could only imagine how many subscribers he has that he blocks.. honestly, I think KZfaq should remove the subs that he blocks, I bet those numbers would be a huge change

@calixxlivin 3 жыл бұрын

Tsunauticus III he sensitive a’f talks back online but there will be a day for everyone and sac ain’t far

@JUANMENI1986 3 жыл бұрын

shout out Steve, I got a SMD distribution block running my system, love the quality👌

@keanesnyder768 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching since I was about 10 years old and now I'm 21 keep up the hard work exo it always brightens my day when you upload

@therandomrobert1842 3 жыл бұрын

Felt that I fell in love with car audio from him and life of price now I’ve got three sundown x18’s blastin away

@S1ST3RC4RD1N4L 3 жыл бұрын

Bro you’re like freaking Bill Nye of Audio 🤟

@joneastman5627 2 ай бұрын

Not many of us old enough to know who bill is bro😂 we made it😂

@Chris_Wolfgram 3 жыл бұрын

I ended up getting the battery form Xs Power Supercaps 500 farad, from you guys, and I love it ! HUGE difference ! Stabilizes the shit out of my electrical 👍 Big improvement in dynamic headroom too... (for kickdrums and other instantaneous bass notes) Thanks guys 🙂 Keep on it ! Love the vids too.

@EXOcontralto 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Friday, KZfaq!!! Next time someone argues with you about capacitors... Just send them this video 👌😊👌 Don't forget to comment for a chance to WIN BIG!!!

@Jacob-vj5mj 3 жыл бұрын

Please make videos more often your pretty much the only person I like to watch😂

@TigItOutBradwell 3 жыл бұрын

Another informative video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@lolzombieeddy626 3 жыл бұрын

my mom gets anoyed with my subs... i can see why when i have a 10in sub blaring in the houce

@MRDavid413 3 жыл бұрын

That’s the plan lol thanks for the info

@Quan.216 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video as always, I sent you a email a little while ago and I'm planning a different build so I would love to pick your brain on a few things. I'm going to email you some info.

@homyclown 3 жыл бұрын

I’d like to see a video of this cap vs a second battery...

@donnronnbagger1727 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah thats definitely a good question. Bc I'm not 100% sure if I'm gonna need a second battery, but first I'll be upgrading to a 300a Alt and then a better battery to start off. And Hopfully that's enough, but if not I'll be in this conversation myself.

@_JoeMomma 3 жыл бұрын

DonnRonn Bagger I feel like it’s all subjective to your system and what type of power you are pulling so everyone’s is gonna be different but, I bet another battery with a high output amp wouldn’t hurt lol

@williamkillingsworth2619 3 жыл бұрын

A super cap will charge and discharge faster than a battery but won’t have as much actual energy storage. This cap would likely keep the voltage steadier, as long as the alternator can keep up. the battery would lose voltage during big draws but over all have much more stored energy, kind of a tortoise and hare scenario. It depends always on whats being used and how it is being used. Remember you need energy to charge the cap and the battery so the Alternators output is key too how much power u can create over a given time. Batteries and caps all store energy they just do it in different ways, The alternator is the only thing creating energy

@Des420 3 жыл бұрын

@@donnronnbagger1727 You don't need a 2nd battery, but if you're investing in a 300a alt, it does make sense to invest in another battery or two as well.

@donnronnbagger1727 3 жыл бұрын

@@Des420 yeah what I was thinking was after putting in on a 300a alt, I just wanted to get the best possible battery that I can, not sure of what my exact needs would be right now, but from that theory, I'm wondering if I will still need another battery in the back, or a cap, or would my system be fine with the 300a alt and a good battery something with over 1k cold cranks, I'd have to look into Ah and all that to see what is my best option. But I'm hoping the 300 alt will be key to not needing a million different pieces of equipment you know

@ArnoldGaming 3 жыл бұрын

Whoever said caps suck is those who bought a cheap 1 farad one. Whover said caps are good is those who bought a good capacitor. Ending the debate thanks EXO!

@dyslectische 2 жыл бұрын

I agree I had one in my car . But i do have 2 battery in the car. One for the car IT self. One for my audio systeem in the back. This way a faster way to sent Amps . A battery do not like to sent its power. A battery whant to keep is . The 1 farad is make to sent IT fast and not to hold IT . So that is a Nice combo for your subwoofer amp.

@yougod7253 Жыл бұрын

@@dyslectische 1 fared is meant for the garbage can.

@liberalsarethebiggestcryba6654 Жыл бұрын

@@yougod7253will the one he showed in the video stop my car lights from dimming? Recently got a new amp and it’s causing my lights to dim because of how much more power and harder it is hitting

@miket2607 3 жыл бұрын

Been years since I first saw this guy. Always come back to check and see how he’s doing from time to time. OG of the audio game right here lol.

@Clovistoolsdotcom 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you would make a great teacher in a school setting, classmates would stay interested learning

@andyalley7012 3 жыл бұрын

Especially considering more than half ...if not all Are r .... Attention deficent &--or hyper active #knowmyownkind lol

@wal 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video brother!

@josephmuhavi1374 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job bro

@samwright2784 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to win a super cap if I can

@chiefkicabich7312 3 жыл бұрын

I actually recently acquired a regular capacitor the other day and was tossing around the idea of installing it but I'm not sure it would be worth messing with.. love your videos man. Good vibe and good info. Keep on keepin on man.

@jerrycox5893 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to see someone showing people the difference between a regular cap and a high super condensing cap that holds power for a long term time because there's more parents in the super capacitors than the regular capacitor thank you

@THELIFEOFPRICE 3 жыл бұрын

Great video man!

@PFab 3 жыл бұрын

JP you got some great videos yourself. That's crazy no one knows you here or just didn't reply back. In my eyes you and EXO are KZfaqs best audio dudes I want to follow. I grew up in the same era. Love bass. Now I'm a little older and miss those days. Where I live people don't do as much as they did before in the 90s. We used to have SPL competitions and I entered 2 times. I hit 146 and 163 the second time. Nothing crazy. 3 12" pioneers with the diamond plating subs in custom made boxes and a 15 inch kicker xpl square sub which just came out at that time. All in my little 90 civic hatchback. Those were good times.

@lowhertzhighspl 3 жыл бұрын

@@PFab 163 port score? off 3 12" Pioneers?

@PFab 3 жыл бұрын

@@lowhertzhighspl port score? Sorry I don't understand that.

@heathmosley2227 3 жыл бұрын

@kevinAuman1 2 жыл бұрын

@@lowhertzhighspl kinda what I was thinking lol not even outlaw is them 3 pioneer 12's going to do a 63 lmao

@DeMoNicslipknot 3 жыл бұрын

Could really use the ultra cap for sure! Love the vids, long time subscriber, learned a lot from watch you over the years my man! Keep up the high energy, knowledgeable, kick ass vids dude!

@gtstanton9785 Жыл бұрын

I've been installing car audio for over 20 years, everything that you said in this video is right and straight to the point keep it up man great job!

@timothytanner5767 3 жыл бұрын

It's nice to see someone else other than me taking time to teach the younger generation how to understand the electricity around them I would really like to have one of those batteries in my Jeep for my stereo system thanks

@bmy5teriou525 3 жыл бұрын

Love that you were able to become part of Showtime Electronic's team. You deserve it man! Great video btw!

@AtarTube 3 жыл бұрын

Finally, I have been wondering about all the caps. Good to know what is actually the difference.

@rodneywatts5089 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the video. I've watched numerous other videos on capacitors and this is the first one to even mention the super caps. Thanks

@cutlass76 3 жыл бұрын

Good video man, I appreciate your approach. I’ve watch your videos for years now, thanks for the work you put in on this!

@danielthechskid 3 жыл бұрын

While the Maxwell ESM was the OG for ultracapacitors used for engine starting (hence the name Engine Start Module) I really want to see more companies offering these, and the unit in the video is a great start.

@mixxinmel 3 жыл бұрын

Hey great info on capacitors that made me wanting to get one now for my setup, you made it plain and clear on how it works and how to hook one up. Great Job on the video. Thanks Bro.

@AJOSUE 3 жыл бұрын

Never noticed a difference when I had one

@Project2505 Жыл бұрын

As a ASE mechanic and mecp certified advanced level tech I can say that if you are pulling that many amps that your alternator is slowing and causing your belt to slip you are definitely pulling at least 110% of that alternator you need a bigger alt and need to look at the belt, tensioner pulley to make sure it is applying enough tension to the belt so it doesn’t slip And keep up the good work on these videos very informative and very easy for newbies to follow. Great work and thank you.

@sloJoe84 3 жыл бұрын

Exo my friend, thanks for giving me knowledge throughout the years. Can't wait to see what you do with ur Nissan bass ride!

@rawshonblack 3 жыл бұрын

Doing a single 10' dad build on a budget so perfect for my app!!!my daughter's love 🔊

@suazzz3070 3 жыл бұрын

Watching Exo with all his energy makes my day” keep the vids coming, ps I can really use the ultra cap that’s what my system is missing. Showtime FTW

@austinbrooks9538 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your stuff man! Always learning something new!

@lemon_sundew 3 жыл бұрын

This format for videos is insane, I love it. Quality edit

@xdawg51 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely informative! Seems that I would benefit more from a supercap vs just a gel cell 12v or lithium.

@adamfinch7713 3 жыл бұрын

I made the ioxus ultracaps! The odds that I contributed to the manufacturing of the one in this video is almost 100% I love car audio and it's awesome to see these in this video.

@jtbacon72jb 3 жыл бұрын

Nice im trying to get one to run my taramp

@jayone2918 3 жыл бұрын

Just add to the car or does it have to be charged?

@royalbooty4657 3 жыл бұрын

Adam, response would you give me if I asked about the safety of using these despite the recalls? Just looking for saftey

@johnnymartinez2917 3 жыл бұрын

@@jayone2918 you have to charge it before hooking it up, trying to figure out how to charge mine , myself too....

@poindextertunes 2 жыл бұрын

@@royalbooty4657 i been using mine for a couple months no problems. they recalled them bcuz the brackets that held them in place would break open the housing allowing moisture to get it in causing shorts

@arevirnad72 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the explanation of the CAPACITOR. Now after watching this I feel better on getting what I need to finish my built thanks once again . May you continue with your teachings

@b1pig Жыл бұрын

Always good to see technology move us forward. Never had a really high powered stereo. Whole vehicle power has never broken 1000 watts. Compact 4ch in the front and a 350 watt sub amp on a single 10. Yes, my Jeep suffers from the headlight dimming.... Maybe one day I'll upgrade the alternator. LOL

@mcgriffith2727 2 жыл бұрын

Back in the day we used caps to save the alternator. Older cars often had like 40amp max alternators. With a big amp they used to pull more power then the battery and alternator could handle, especially over long periods of time. A decent capacitor was often used if you didn't like replacing alternators or push starting your car

@Thumper68 2 жыл бұрын

My 68 camaro has 69 amp alternator. It’s been along time since 40 amp alternators

@diylithiumguy Жыл бұрын

@@Thumper68 Some cars still have alternators that will barely supply 40 amps.

@reidnichol9255 8 ай бұрын

Which cars have 40A alternators today?

@Clare.1985 6 ай бұрын

I remember lol

@Mastermindyoung14 5 ай бұрын

@@reidnichol9255none

@ronniepirtlejr2606 3 жыл бұрын

I am an Electronics hobbyist & former installer. This video makes total and complete sense! I understand why you need to explain it to the average person, so that they can understand. It's all about capacity. All capacitors can accept a charge & discharge extremely fast. Some faster than others. But you throw that many farad's in a capacitor Bank, backed up with voltage regulation and Bluetooth. You got plenty of juice to make your Bass Thunder hard! Nice demonstration brother!👍🇺🇸

@michaelbernal4196 2 жыл бұрын

I've been a long time fan of loud ass kicking sound and your show sure does help me keep it that way ,so thank you very much ,I look forward to more and more tips

@STK66 3 жыл бұрын

Damn, I haven't checked in with your videos for a while, but man, the overall editing and flow of the video is realllly good! Thanks for the information as well ;) Keep it up!

@michaelangelo7819 3 жыл бұрын

Learning more from these videos than school will ever teach me 🤦‍♂️

@Geerladenlad 3 жыл бұрын

When I had my first system installed the installer put a capacitor with each of my older amps. He said the older amplifiers needed the support.

@jaydoolies6973 3 жыл бұрын

Hey EXO ive been a long time follower but havent been keeping up to date with your content. anyway congratulations on your channel and the professional production value. good on you dude!!

@Clare.1985 6 ай бұрын

I bought the uc-31 strictly because of THIS video. Needless to say, I am not disappointed. I am now able to run a true 3k amplifier without a high output alternator. I have done the other necessary upgrades such as big 4 and quality ofc wiring. Going by the app for the uc-31 on the hardest hitting songs my voltage stays right around 14v. At idle it stays at mid 13's. Thank you Exo.

@zachr5676 3 жыл бұрын

That would definately be a helper on my next build. Slowly upgrading when I can

@bryanCLXT 3 жыл бұрын

same just a lil budget build

@kittyfanatic1980 3 жыл бұрын

I think you need a new belt man. It was squeeking even when you started it. Great vid as usual. Thx for the info.

@Zaphod7835 3 жыл бұрын

That's because the battery was dead, huge inrush draw as soon as the alternator turns fast enough to make power.

@XX-121 3 жыл бұрын

prob needs a timing belt and water pump too.

@ILOVEHOTTUBS1 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your style of audio video. Thank you for the information!

@mikecasale6766 3 жыл бұрын

This video made me subscribe, sorry Exo this is my mid teens video of yours ive watched, liked and learned from! Now ill never miss when you upload new knowledge because i turned notifications on 😉

@vqr50 3 жыл бұрын

You're a super cap Exo! Lol, but seriously thanks for keep the energy in audio art alive! And yes my 02 Tahoe (2 classic Memphis 1000d and 2 M6 15s) could use a super cap even w 2 alternators!

@Spicy_Edamame 3 жыл бұрын

EXO always goes above and beyond to make educational content fun and inspiring. Keep up the hard work mate.

@503jmn 2 жыл бұрын

This video was exactly what I was looking for to dispel some myths. You did all the work for me! Thanks

@gman1642 Жыл бұрын

I love your channel bro, extremely informational. I don't know why I didn't subscribe years ago.. I'm self-taught with years of experience by trial and error, starting at 12 years old when I bought my first pair of subs which were two 10-in MTX thunders with the gray cardboard cone in 1994. Your the only one online that I found that can answer the questions I have to the best of your knowledge without taking sides or trying to talk up a certain favorite brand.. In my eyes, for sure a trusted source of car stereo information, while breaking it down for people to understand. THANK YOU, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!

@derpiet 3 жыл бұрын

I wold like to see a review for Subs from the Company GroundZero

@78schoolboy 3 жыл бұрын

I remember when there were only a small amount of subs on this channel I hope I win this super cap man my electrical will thank exo and show time lol

@CCobraProductions 5 ай бұрын

The most edifying video that I have found on KZfaq so far. This guy certainly knows his stuff. I will certainly know what to go out and buy. Thanks so much for this video.

@daraprak6498 3 жыл бұрын

First time seeing your channel and I dig it... awesome explanations, cool video and very entertaining man... keep it up 🥳🙌

@MrWader935 3 жыл бұрын

Never was a fan of Capacitors. Now running a 100AH Limitless Lithium and very happy!!!!!

@AFreshmanPerspective 3 жыл бұрын

You are such a showman! Well done EXO. Thanks for putting it together for us.

@edwardwaltz4120 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Very happy I watched this video I will definitely be recommending you to others!

@dennycote6339 3 жыл бұрын

Been subbed for years since you got me back into car audio.

@crustybass75 3 жыл бұрын

How awesome is it that you got comments from Big-D, JP and the Godfather of car audio Steve Meade. EXO doing it right.

@youdig3691 3 жыл бұрын

"no cap" funny that cap is an old/ new slang..

@george1on2 3 жыл бұрын

I'm installing a capacitor bank in the trunk for my audio system. I already installed a cut off switch. Do I need any other fuses besides the one next to the battery?

@anthonygilliard2663 3 жыл бұрын

Knowledgeable video. Man I sure need one of those. I'm so tired of getting my battery recharged. Obviously I'm new to today's audio scene. So with covid and lack of work I figured I'd take a chance with some money I had put away to upgrade a stock system so that I could actually enjoy my music. You know, something uplifting. Got robbed on my install so now I'm not sure who to trust and what price is fair especially on my budget. So thanks for putting this out because I would be happy to just hear what I have with a car that actually starts. Good job.

@hunor0327 3 жыл бұрын

I learning electonic, doing my 5. year in school, i was suprised when i saw u know how capacitors work in series :D! aand i would love to get one of those sup caps :DD

@tehpimpmasta 3 жыл бұрын

Some people are born with genius level IQs and could learn all this in a matter of seconds, all by themselves. Just proves being xXBXXNXx can be a waste of time sometimes.

@Martin1519 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been a hardcore basshead since about 2008, and I never understood what the purpose of the measly 4 farad caps actually were. I always assumed the companies that made them only did so to make extra money off people that didn’t know anything about car audio

@altonkblagmon1648 2 жыл бұрын

Let me just say i really like the video he broke it down to show the difference about what can do and the difference between power when it comes starting the vehicle it was a great presentation .

@davideastis1866 3 жыл бұрын

Really like your shows, you explain things very well and the best part, you do things in a economical way.

@ForgettableNow 3 жыл бұрын

Love you stuff dude ❤️

@dopeghost4204 3 жыл бұрын

Me2

@mikemalmgren-dy6hk Жыл бұрын

I got to say it’s nice to see somebody that gets right to the point and stays on track of their subject as I am impressed with the capacitor bank batteries in a multitude of directions I personally am a fabricator\machinist your demonstration of the capabilities of your capacitors Was one of the most direct and visually affirmative fax clarifying quite a few directions of misconceptions I just want to say I think you would have a lot of success featuring an electric vehicle being outfitted with a similar type capacitance that not only peaks your stereo performance but turns your electrical drive motor in a similar type performance upgrade as this is something that I’ve done to mine I’m exceptionally impressed by the acceleration increase and think he would have a blast with the overall results and most of all I’m excited about your excitement this is the kind of stuff we need to teach the next generation so we don’t lose our builders and technicians in the future I’d like to hear more about your contest to win a capacitor bank So I subscribed And look forward to seeing more of your videos stay safe have fun and stay loud

@richardmanchester114 3 жыл бұрын

The knowledge you give on this channel is the best because it's straight forward to the point!!!!

@87_g-body_king74 3 жыл бұрын

Good video! Plenty useful info! Just ordered one today for 349.99 thanks to the black Friday sale! Can't wait to see what kind of difference it makes!

@josephferguson4222 3 жыл бұрын

Did it make any difference im itching to buy one but I don’t wanna waste 400 lol

@mynamejeff2647 3 жыл бұрын

10:14 what song is that??

@ctrey8395 3 жыл бұрын

Sound like k camp chopped and screwed cut that bitch off is the song I believe

@roybodin7301 3 жыл бұрын

lil negroid - jungle fever

@nixonhoover2 3 жыл бұрын

Roy Bodin you're one edgy white kid.

@giantgigante7725 3 жыл бұрын

I really think is mike jones still tippin ft slim thug and paul waul (chopped and screwed) .

@RedragonReviews 3 жыл бұрын

@@roybodin7301 what's the chopped version though

@alltheboost5363 3 жыл бұрын

I remember when a 1 farad cap was badass back in the day... like over two decades ago. And to think you can now have 375f at over 14 volts is insane. I want one of these so bad.

@russbrown1596 3 жыл бұрын

I used deep cycle boat batteries, gel cell, or glass mat. I thought that was the answer. I'd love one of these too.

@shad0v0id1 3 жыл бұрын

Ordered this ultracap and an alternator from showtime electronics because of you . love your channel and congrats of the new job!!!

@RealAmericanHero420 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for putting this together! It really helps!

@bygboie 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely appreciate the knowledge you give us EXO ( Bruce ) I've always be curious if my stock alternator and upgraded battery 🔋 ( full Throttle FT890 ) would match up well with a LTO supercapacitor to power up 4000 watts of total power. Keep the awesome videos coming. 😉👍

@lolzombieeddy626 3 жыл бұрын

and it would be amazing to win... i would put it in my moms car to give her some bass if she wonts... bass in the car is fine

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP Жыл бұрын

*Big thanks to EXOcontralto* for this awesome video! Happy New Year young man! I've always used a cap in my builds. I've always considered a capacitor to be like a *"shock absorber"* in the system's frequency flow, letting it build up before being used, like a quickly discharging battery.

@hotdog9262 2 ай бұрын

a cap is smoothing out ripples produced by the alternator. for some reason rarely mentioned

@gregames2421 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video helped out a lot but was wondering if I run a capacitor do I need a second battery or should I just run the second battery

@vega1287 3 жыл бұрын

i still find it amazing that 25 years ago a capacitor with 1 farad of capacity would habe filled my living room

@kellypg 3 жыл бұрын

I had a 1 farad cap about 14 years ago and it was the same size as the one in the video....

@johnregister6437 3 жыл бұрын

I had a rockford 1fd cap in 1995 and it was the same size as the one in the video too

@Zionslayer1 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe he's a Smurf

@chrisgeorge1024 3 жыл бұрын

I run a 3 farad cap on my system I’m running 2 sdr skar 12’s and a 1100 watt Memphis class d tuned with a o scope. I also have a platinum agm battery and big 3 done. No problems at all. I stay at 12+ volts in the super low notes 13+ normally no matter how loud and long I run it. I think comparing the two that you did is still kinda misleading to new comers. It all depends on what subs and amp you are running for how much power you need. In my case there is no need to buy a 400 dollar super bank. I’m not running that much power. Doing everything else correctly helps the most like battery, big 3, proper grounds, proper sub wiring. I’m just referring to the smaller systems like I have that get played a lot. I’m not doing demos or hair tricks just personal enjoyment in my work car. So comparing “apples to apples” as you say could still be confusing to new to systems people.

@WariorMageThief 3 жыл бұрын

Yea it wouldn't matter if you had a cap regardless. Your battery is pretty much an ultra capacitor. Especially if you have a nice quick discharge agm one like yourself. One farad is good for roughly 50wl watts. After that it's useless untill it charges again. Which it then does, sapping strength from your amp, then when it's charged, it finally shoots it's little load and it starts the cycle over and over and over. Getting a capacitor for a low power system makes no sense because you wouldn't need it. The phrase is "one farad per 1k rms" if your not pushing that why even bother? You're better off either getting a better alternator, or battery and then upgrading the stock wiring. If youre pushing over 1000 rms I'd say then you would need an ultra cap, because like I said one farad is good for ~50 watts vs bam ultra cap with dozens of times the capacity of the shitty $120 fuse you just bought for your low powered amp.

@rasmaven7271 3 жыл бұрын

Love the energy and great delivery of info

@ja-radsshenanigans5213 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent information, thank you! Would it cause problems Like resistance if you had an additional capacitor in between the amplifier and the sub? To ease the strain on the amplifier...🤷🏻‍♂️

@creamy8715 2 жыл бұрын

Caps dont work with ac power tho

@MrTaint Жыл бұрын

@@creamy8715 Correct, and that dude clearly has a 0% understanding of how things work. The amp is an output device feeding an input to the sub, it would be a signal boost not a voltage boost, and its already too late at that point. The question made me giggle a little.

@jjagoertzen 3 жыл бұрын

Love the explanation! Hope I can get my hands on that slick ultra cap!

@JoseJimenez-sl2gd 3 жыл бұрын

Hi exo I just recently got the ultracap did I need to charge this cap before installing? Thanks once again.

@chrisshaw3799 3 жыл бұрын

This guy's all right pretty thorough on his information I think I'm going to definitely watch some more of his videos

@HoldandModify 3 жыл бұрын

I love this guy. I remember when he was all hair and beard. Always entertaining and always accurate. You’ll get some learning from him.

@cjdoc77 3 жыл бұрын

Going to keep one of these in mind! Thanks!

@tylerpatterson8664 3 жыл бұрын

You are a huge help giving me vital information as I'm currently upgrading my car audio

@ericalbers4867 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is an older video by internet standards but I have a question regarding the ultra-cap. Why that over just getting a second battery? Whether it be lead/acid, AGM, or lithium. The way that UC is built it seems to act like a normal battery, capable of discharging over time instead of all at once. Its easy to find a battery with 1000+ CCA and over 24 Ah of current. So what's the difference?

@daffyman9922 3 жыл бұрын

Good Video ...Quick question. Whenever using caps does a battery isolater need to be installed for directional current?...Thanks man

@1974stormtrooper Жыл бұрын

Love the videos and the knowledge you share

@matthewmatney7217 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You video really was very educational. U really helped me make up my mind on the right thing to do. If I can ever afford one that will be exactly what I do.. tyvm

@joshuapare4644 2 жыл бұрын

What a great explanation. What if you don't have room in your vehicle? I'm just trying to keep headlights from dimming. I'm running two 10s on 1000 W Amp and there is no room in my 2012 Ram for that big of ultra cap. Would it do me any good just to buy the 4 F cap to help with headlights dim?

@overbuiltautomotive1299 3 жыл бұрын

good job on the video putting it together very professionally.. i like the choice in back ground music

@PFab 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nicholas. I like your videos. Way past my knowledge. Question, back in the days I bought a power cord XL 15 FARAD Distribution Capacitor and it's been sitting in the original box brand new. I never even charged it. I had plans to install it in one of cars in the late 90s. But I didn't and sold the car. Still have this unit and I'm trying to think what I would use it for. I have thought of using it in many applications. Solar, and now I currently own a Chevy Volt. Would this benefit me in any other use?

@SeegerG 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely excellent management of the question. A much needed explanation with well received excitation! You're a character! I did not know of this product. How might it compare with a LiFe Battery and deep cycle demands? Seems like it might be quite the cake taker across the board. It would be great if you could address this inquiry because you're motivated entertaining and thorough. Plenty of automotive applications as solar power systems are installed stationary and mobile. It would enhance all of our understanding. Rock out when you clock out my good man!

@jersonsantos5317 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you man you was great help I'm just started to set up my system and your information was helpful

@GrimmReapa 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had this cap for 4 months and happy with it so far I have it paired with two north star batteries but looking back I wish I knew more about lithium and it’s cost to power ratio first before I bought the NS’s but they’re still great batteries despite the fact, but the lithium would be cheaper $900 worth of NorthStar vs $700 Lithium.

@TrunkThunderLithium Жыл бұрын

I got the Northstar batteries they have their place best way you can make the most of those is put headway in parallel with them an it'll kill shit!!!

@manuelvazquez8971 3 жыл бұрын

Dude I love your videos I have learn everything that I know from you and the cool part is that now I'm saving money and everything is the way I like it so thank you

@clipciti6977 3 жыл бұрын

Can I use the ioxus ultracap with my second agm in back or do I need to replace the second agm with the ultracap?

@dutbrown3300 2 жыл бұрын

Been watching you since you had 300 subscribers keep up the content bro you thought me a lot of stuff BTW 😏I have now a crechendo 1500.1 running a zvx-2 12 in a 3½cf tuned to 34hz