Computer Tuning? JL Audio's VXi Amplifier! VX600/6i Overview

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When installing a high end custom car audio system to truly tune the system to it's full potential we need a Digital Signal Processor to be part of the system. This allows us to tune our tweeter, midrange, and midbass speakers, and subwoofers to perform at awesome levels of sound quality. JL Audio has long been known as a reputable amplifier manufacturer with several patents and unique technologies built into their amplifiers. A few years ago they released their line up of "DSP Built-In" amps, the VXi lineup!
In this video we take a look at the VX600/6i 6 channel full range amplifier!
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@sjgoff 2 года назад

I've been building systems since the early 90s. This blows my mind.....

@SoloTheDolo 3 года назад

Would definitely enjoy a more in-depth look into these amps and their settings/capabilities

@raviolimaster Год назад

jl audio as an american made company, really is amazing for sponsoring you to do this. They may be one of the more pricier options, but you get more than what you pay for with them! Long live JL audio!

@juanrabie6712 3 года назад

Have respect for you man you do all your builds with perfection and it always sounds AMAZING!! Keep it up

@babydyke416 3 года назад

I'm still doing my best to learn all the general things with car audio, but YES!!! I would love a more in depth video of this set up stuff!! Thank you for all that you do! It has been helping me learn a lot!!

@roberthopkins8089 11 месяцев назад

Its the amp you have always dreamed of.. The visual of connections is a life saver.. Any in to out full gain of everything and filters galore... Car audio heaven... Excellent video...

@gkk2001 3 года назад

It is so nice to see this video now as I was seriously considering the VXi 1000/5i. JL appears to be offering a great DSP package. Thanks again.

@markphilpot8734 3 года назад

You can’t go wrong with Mark’s instructions. They’re clear concise and detailed so you miss nothing. If you do, just reload it and watch it again. It’s a no worries situation. JL Audio has been around and their products have always been high end and their performance is top drawer as well! Great video Mark, but a detailed video will make it much more informative and help those who want to learn the detail parts of the install. Stay safe mates!😊👍🏻😷

@RebirthTheDead 3 года назад

Once again another high quality maneuver by JL and couldnt have any other but Mark over at CAF give a nice rundown and usage for this new beautiful amp!

@zeus.edwards2662 3 года назад

i love using these amps, the most fun is actually knowing frequencies and putting in what frequency number you like for a specific sound

@davidmaciel8448 2 года назад

I appreciate everything you do and ur videos, I feel I got all these skill you teach just need the tools. .. I love and appreciate when someone talks passion about there craft, much love & respect. ..

@HifiVega 3 года назад

Super thorough walkthrough of that amp! I like the little features like color changing and the double knobs on the remote.

@CarAudioFabrication 3 года назад

It's pretty slick for sure. Thanks man!

@edrumsense 2 года назад

I didn't knew how much I needed this Amp until I saw this video!

@davidfalwell8306 3 года назад

Great job Mark, and of course we'd like to see a full DSP set up for this device...

@herbertlafleur4824 3 года назад

Thank you. I have been waiting forever for someone to show this amp off.

@robertsomerville320 3 года назад

This has got to be the nicest looking amp/DSP out there. JL is always on top, and man does that show here. Great in depth review, can't wait to see the wrangler put together.

@wolfthornhawkridge5705 3 года назад

Great video, very informative. Can’t wait to see the Wrangler build.

@michaelnorton6630 3 года назад

Thanks Mark - great video as always!!👍🏻 Love from UK🇬🇧

@CarAudioFabrication 3 года назад

Ove the Pond! Thanks!

@gregn3615 3 года назад

It would be great to see more detail on the Vxi as you continue the Wrangler build! Please consider showing mic setup and the tuning process, would love to see JL's process and all the options the Vxi has to offer. Thanks Mark!

@applejack2374 2 года назад

Wow! Those connectors brought back memories of the y2k days when computers, back then, used those type of connectors with screws on each side of the connectors! E-machines all the way! Nice to see throw back connectors like that in modern equipment!

@tyroneburke814 3 года назад

It’s looking your in my house been researching vxi Amps all week and spent all morning trying to find as much as possible about vxi Amps and he drops this today ...perfect will be ordering a 600/6 or 800/8 later tonight appreciate this video

@CarAudioFabrication 3 года назад

Awesome! Glad it helped. Be prepared to not want to leave your car though, it's too much fun to listen to.

@realpatriot5896 3 года назад

@@CarAudioFabrication I will be sticking with my 3 original JL Audio slash series amps a 500/1, 300/4 and a 300/2. With my Pioneer MVH-S622BS do I need to purchase a Jl Audio or an Audio Control DSP for my system and what would you recommend I am running a 10W6V2 center console ported sub box with JL C2-650 components for the front doors and factory tweeter location for the new Jl C2 tweeters as well some C2-650x coaxials for the rear doors and a set of Boston Acoustics Pro 60 components in some Q-Form kick panels run off of the Jl Audio 300/2. I noticed the 300/2 had pre-amp outputs so I was thinking about using those to daisy chain to my 300/4. I do have the remotes for the 500/1 and 300/2 for my dash to control the gain. was thinking I could set up my 300/2 for the Pro 60's and then using my gain control knob from the 300/4 to blend in the sound. What do you think?

@Tex735 2 года назад

Love this channel! LOTS of great info! I'm planning a Wrangler build at the moment and this exact amp looks to be just what the Dr. ordered. Thanks for the in-depth review! Keep up the great work! I REALLY wish I could find an installer locally who seems to care as much as you. Afraid that I'm gonna be doing this DIY so I really appreciate all the videos that you are putting out!

@neilvestervictor180 3 года назад

nice set up Mark respect from st Lucia

@sant919 3 года назад

I have been looking for this type of info for god knows how long!! Thank you!! I would like more info on program, thanks again!!

@ryanb8736 Год назад

These new amps have it all. I can only imagine what the class A amps will be like on next gen.

@jeffgoetz7919 2 года назад

Please do an in depth tuning video with this software! Thanks for all the great content!

@arenbeers 3 года назад

PLEASE more JL Tun content to show the tuning process!

@INFRNL1 3 года назад

I'd love to see more details of the setup/ tuning of these amps as well. I hope that you will be able to put together some videos👍 What are your thoughts of these vxi amps in comparison to using audiocontrol or something else? Keep up the great work 👍. Your videos are very helpful and appreciated

@kx500rider1991 Год назад

Great explanation..great job

@denniswalker1640 3 года назад

Like the content , great show, man I sure wish ,that the manufacturers, would make on screen option , so the we could tune our dsp's on the screen of our head units ,maybe one day , so we don't need an external lap top, but great show mark!!!

@JonathanDFielding 3 года назад

Yes, Mark! Please do an in depth video of the JL Tun software. There really aren't any good detailed videos about how to use it. I have a twk88 stand alone DSP that I tuned myself with a full JL setup with an active 3-way front stage. I'm an electrical engineer so it was a cake walk using their software (very intuitive for technical users), but it is detailed and can be complicated for unexperienced users. Great videos as always! My setup: Source: Cell phone, usually Spotify Premium on Highest quality over a Qualcom APT-X HD bluetooth receiver puck - Toslink digital stereo audio into JL Tkk88 DSP. 3 way active front stage, no rear stage. I also have the DRC-205 for the DSP control. (small = all volume, larger round = subwoofer volume.) Tweeter - Home theater Vifa tweeter (amazing) 20KHz - 2.5KHz 4" mid range - RBH Sound Beryllium driver in cast basket with phase plug- 2.5KHz - 400Hz Tweeter and mids mounted on dash in custom fiber glass and body filler sound deadened enclosure, pointing directly to appropriate ear - I don't care about balanced sound for passengers. 6.5" low mids - JL Audio C5 650 - 400Hz -100Hz. Speakers in front doors. Subwoofer- JL Audio 10W7AE in JL's sealed box. AMPLIFIERS: JL Audio HD750/1 - subwoofer JL AUdio HD600/4 - 2x 6.5" doors and 2x 4" mids both HD amps are stacked on top of each other with JL's HD stack kit JL Audio 300/4 - 2x tweeters and the other 2x bridged into 1 mono bass shaker in driver's seat. I used to have installed (now on the shelf in my office) another JL 300/4 for rears but it doesn't really add much to the driver's sound stage. The sound quality, imaging, sound stage, dynamic range, and impact is INCREDIBLE!!!!

@anthonymyers-35 3 года назад

Well done! You can only go over so much

@kuete1000 3 года назад

Gracias por compartir new technology

@davect01 3 года назад

Tunning is key to get the best sound. It is nice that DSP'S are being included into the Amp.

@marianiosip3962 3 года назад

Is not included instead you pay for that dsp

@maxspl153 3 года назад

I'm not a huge JL fan , but this is my favorite DSP software . I like it even better than Audiocontrol

@AdamWaffen 7 месяцев назад

Mark, this really should be VX Training 101, lol. Outstanding 30 min presentation. The JL Audio training vids are rather lengthy, wordy and much dead horse beatings. I would recommend anyone to watch your video, then go to the JL Audio training vids. You got me in the ballpark fairly quick with my 800/8 and the DRC-205 remote, thank you. I've probably watched this 10 times. One bit of fun trivia here- the inputs go to 11. I'm sure you know the joke..

@ray1453 Год назад

Very good video

@kyle3420 3 года назад

Hi Mark! Awesome video as always. if I were to ask for an explanation of some of the TuN features, it would be that of the optical input functionality. I have a system planned with a FiX-82 using the optical out to a VX800/8i and I'm having to wrap my head around how this configuration works in terms of output level. I understand that you are dealing with a completely digital signal. How is the 'level' of this digital signal coming from the FiX going to the VXi controlled? Is there clipping? It is obvious that the signal source strength from the factory head unit is what controls this, but I have found very limited information to explain this in complete detail. Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

@agreeneyedfella Год назад

You’ve talked me into it. Ordering mine tomorrow. I’ve been planning a new system for my car for two years with an amp and dsp plus replacing my speakers. This is perfect. It’s a nine speaker system and I don’t want any upgrades to be seen. I’ll have it all bought and finished within a couple of months. Thanks for all your videos.

@Max88511 3 года назад

Love all the videos you make, you helped me figure out some issues while installing. I have a question i am installing an amp on a 2003 Nissan frontier. I'm also going to use a blade fuse box for other light's I will install in the future . Can I connect the amp power (12v) wire and the wire coming from the battery to the blade fuse box in the same place? Hope my question make sense thank you..

@chicken133221 3 года назад

Love the videos. I have a slingshot. Installed a dsr1. Is there an easy setup to go off of speakers.

@smoothwake Год назад

I started using the Posi-Lock connectors so I don’t have to keep cutting wires back. I just did an install in my 1992 Camaro with their RD 900/5 amp but would have loved to get the VXi amp for the build. Had I known the radio would be so hard to control with the push buttons, I would have upgraded to get the dual control volume knob.

@Bradimus1 3 года назад

The only thing I wish this used was it's own mic to help in adjusting EQ/timing. Like how a Kicker Key has a specific mic to set those details or my old Pioneer PRS that did timing and auto EQ.

@nickorozco5933 2 года назад

You are right. For the price of this amplifier I feel there is a lot to be desired. I’m returning mine back to Crutchfield

@jimmedavis3131 3 года назад

Wish I would have known about this amp before I bought my JL amp last year, but I did buy the twk 88

@desertr4062 3 года назад

Thanks again for another great video. Easier to understand and more informative than the JL Audio Vids. Any chance you could do a review of the same amp, but the marine version?

@CarAudioFabrication 3 года назад

🤔 perhaps! Thanks for watching

@scottiffanimccord1509 3 года назад

Yes a more focused review on tuning. thx

@n0tch66 3 года назад

Great review, Mark. I have been looking at the AudioControl D5-1300 but seeing as my build consists of 2 C2-400X for the front, C2-650X for rear and a vented 8W7-AE3 in a 1973 Beetle, I think I might opt for the VXi VX1000/5i with the 250 controller. One thing I would comment on though, whilst the footprint is kept small due to the RS232 style input plugs, it does mean you are left with tails you right not necessarily need. Makes for a slightly more messy install. Following on from your review of the software, if I were to have two full range L/R inputs, say one from the MBT JL Bluetooth module and another direct from another line source, would you create two presets, one with input 1/2 and another with input 3/4? Keep up the great work.

@millionkilliati6140 3 года назад

How does this amp compare to audio controls 4 channel 800w amp for mids and his? Which one would be your pick for your preference?

@juanrabie6712 3 года назад

Commenting before you have even watched the video

@eblkheart 3 года назад

Great video as always! Question however, currently I have a JL Audio RD900/5 with a twk-88 running completely digital via toslink. Should I move to a VX600/6i or stay where I am? I do love the software that I can use on the twk88 and it's nice to see it here with the VX so I would be comfortable tuning a new system. Thoughts?

@emililiev1621 2 года назад

Hey, that looks quite nice. Can you run a component speakers without crossover using this amp ?

@ramonpena3011 3 года назад

😁 of course we want to watch you playing with that software. You are the best. Thank you so much man.

@EpiceverythingProductions 2 года назад

Are there any in depth videos for tuning with this amp? Had a shop install this amp and set one tune but want to add more tunes for different types of music.

@ceavalencia4767 2 года назад

my bro had me setup his 4 channel and the dsp was very confusing for me as a first timer ..this helps

@tbarbano1784 3 года назад

YES PLEASE! More videos on the tuning please!

@CarAudioFabrication 3 года назад

👍💯🔥

@dalesmth1 3 года назад

I like that it has a TOS link input. With the correct head unit, it would make for a very clean install. I know the technology is dated, but it’s not a 5.1 setup (Even though it could handle it).

@uscfroadie 3 года назад

I have the 800/8i running tweets, mids, mid bass, and rear-fill and the RD500/1 for my sub. What an incredible package. Love it!

@CarAudioFabrication 3 года назад

That's killer! What's crazy is even the size of the 8 channel is so compact.

@Polywog77 3 года назад

i grabbed an 800 as well, cant wait to get it in. smaller foot print than my old slash 4 and 2 channel amps

@Kikinahm 2 года назад

10:17 would it work with a Bluetooth adapter and no radio?

@ryanb8736 Год назад

@@Polywog77How are you liking it?

@Polywog77 Год назад

@@ryanb8736 it’s still not in yet… Such a disservice. Grabbed a jd1000 for the subs which are also not in yet.

@madtubbs22 3 года назад

Try out zapco z-150.6 ap. Keep up the great work

@jayford4685 3 года назад

Thank u! Just about to wire up a 400/4vxi and 2 1000/1vxi paired with w7ae 12" please make a more in depth video as these amps have so much to cover lol

@shakeelfaris7623 3 года назад

Hi, is the 3/4 - 75% volume level the rule for setting these up or even the TwK88 DSP or can one go for the SMD DD-1 option? I have found that the inputs on DSP amps clip or even standalone DSP's if the source unit is set to maximum unclipped volume.

@maltymower 2 года назад

Great video. I have a FJ40 landcruiser with the Kenwood dmx1057xr with JL C3-600s separated in the doors, C3-650s in the rear and 2" kappas in the dash. I have the vx800/8i and it sounds horrible. I've been watching the JL audio TUN channel on youtube, but I got more in 5 mins of you adjusting the gains than hours in their channel. But just when you started getting to good parts, you moved on. Please give us more content on the TUN software. I know my system has potential, but need your help ;)

@jeremy7923 2 года назад

So does it have any tools for actually helping you set the time delays, eq and such? If not, what software/mic would you recommend for setting those values?

@glidingisriding5523 3 года назад

I’m in the process of trying to get a SQ system into my truck and I’m not sure if this amps better than audio control LC6.1200 and I’m also in limbo of what 3 way components I want to use the JL C7’s are so expensive but is there any other recommendations you may have thank you for your time and awesome videos

@cccc-xs1to 2 года назад

yes want more

@dwayneratliff1142 2 года назад

@caraudiofabrication I need a deep dive on tuning these VXi amps. Thanks in advance. For some reason JL Audio thinks it’s ok to make their customers sit through 5+ hours of training video about these amps and I still have questions. Please do a concise video like you always do. Love your channel!

@FullSendPrecision 3 года назад

If I'm reading the sparse user manual correctly, I can use the inputs as line level? (I'm stuck with a Uconnect system in a Ram)

@sibyllinebook7762 3 года назад

Any major disadvantages in sound quality using something like an iPad as the head unit sending a signal via Bluetooth to a Bluetooth receiver connected to a vx800/8i?

@Blue_3is 3 года назад

Bro please do a full tuning video, explaining how to tune crossovers, eq, limiters, slopes etc. Just show your whole tuning process on an install, and when you set something, explain why. I really want to get good a tuning DSP’s

@reymartinez6429 3 года назад

Question! If i install a bass knob to my amp, do i turn up anything on amp and just control it with the knob? Thanks in advance

@neilvestervictor180 3 года назад

just want to ask what set up you would say to use for Suzuki swift on a budget

@CrinosAD 3 года назад

Oh man... I was planing to do a build in my truck with a Gladen/Masconi Pico 8 (with built in DSP) but now I'm not sure anymore... :)

@roamsweethome4895 3 года назад

How does the DSP in the VXi series compare to JL’s TwK-88?

@twotrackjack2260 2 года назад

Glad to see that JL isn't simply resting on its laurels and name, it's evident that there's a ton of engineering that went into this product line. Their prices are still a little eye watering for a customer such as myself but the capabilities of this unit are pretty undeniable.

@craigwilcock9656 Год назад

Hi when using this amp with the high level inputs straight from a factory system with rca to speaker cable adapters is it true that the negative wires should be connected to ground and not the speaker negative like Rockford fosgate suggest with there adaptors? Or just fine to connect to the speaker positive and negative normally

@jonsanjuan 2 года назад

Hi Where can you get the sine wave sample for the tuning in the beginning?

@michaelgirard2040 Год назад

Hello, I’m getting focal kx2 components up front of my 2017 Cadillac ct6. And focal coaxial in the rear. I need help deciding between this amp and the audio control d6.1200 thanks!

@rayjoyce433 Год назад

yh im gonna need a more in depth look at this amps software please

@juhu34 3 года назад

This would have made it easier to tuned in my morel speakers hehe, got a god deal on em so I decided to try em out. Turns out I needed to tune the 16khz range down by about 10db, on an amp that only gave me -6db adjustment, to get a flat curve. Good thing the crossover came with the option to make the tweeter 3db louder hehe.

@FullSendPrecision 3 года назад

Does it have any "auto tune" capability like the Audio Control stuff does? Output from my Uconnect system is far from flat (as you know) and need to replace my AC 6/1200

@keithgregson9573 2 года назад

This is an ultimate product using DSP PEQ management -pity south Africa missing this range, i have searched spending many hours -nothing available to us.

@dancliment3170 Год назад

Question, does this eliminate the need of the FIX 86 or 82 for a stock head unit?

@antonyrancho3426 3 года назад

Hi Mark... please do a video on how to install a full car audio system in a house

@churrinnunez8184 6 месяцев назад

I bought a pair of subwoofers which amplifier do you recommend and which is the right one for these JL Audio 12W6V3-D4.

@biglike7981 3 года назад

Is there a way to provide the make and model of speakers "tweeters, midrange, sub etc" and have the dsp automatically calibrate everything via a microphone. That would likely create a much better end result that is customized for the specific environment. Trying to manually calibrate everything is really designed for the pro installers who have years of experience.

@GorgeousByHayley 3 года назад

Hi, we've connected the amp but it won't come out of simulation mode, any ideas? Thanks

@Nomder100 3 года назад

I am looking for an amp for my tweeters mid and door speakers. My truck has 3 speakers in the dash, 6x9s in my front doors and 4 1/2 in the 2 back doors. Any help would be appreciated thank you

@danielmedina6665 3 года назад

I have a question about a amplifier.i have a ma audio amp 1200 watt .it has only one set of outputs the right is labeled positive.when I check the output with a millimeter it shows that the polarities are labeled wrong.why would that be?

@Jazzyexplorer 2 года назад

In your opinion which amplifier is better between the JL audio 6 channel DSP amplifier and the audio control 6 channel DSP amplifier

@orhunokcu8660 3 года назад

Can you compare AudioControl D6.1200 with JL Audio VX600/6i?

@xdkingxd4835 3 года назад

Hey Audio guy I have a 2009 Nissan Cube stock. What do you recommend for a sub and amp? Spending limit 500 to 600

@DjR3aper Год назад

This versus audio control dsp amp, which is better?

@MultiMan509 6 месяцев назад

I have the VX800. Had it installed by a shop. Will my current tune pull up on my laptop when I connect to the DSP? Or do I need to get them to send me the file?

@ray1453 Год назад

I’ve been having issues loosing channels after oem remote start use. Any tips?

@jamescrawshaw4530 3 года назад

I have a 94 Jeep yj it did not come with front speakers how do i put the 4x6 speakers in that spot and it does not have the speaker studs there thank you if you can help me

@ninjamike04 7 месяцев назад

What JL Amp would you recommend to use with this, to power 2, 10 inch JL TW3?

@coreyjackson2241 2 года назад

I have a aftermarket Tesla style radio with only front and rear rca’s and no sub rca. Can I use this amp instead of buying a audio control lc2i. Hook up directly to amp which will give me the ability to hook up a sub

@brianjacobsen6964 7 месяцев назад

It doesn’t look like I’d need to use the Fix 86 if I want to use my OEM head unit if I use this amp, is that right?

@envisionelectronics 3 года назад

Looks like I found the solution for my Tesla. I like the system, it just needs more power for those windows-down days. Having presets on a knob that’s not tied to a head unit is the “killer app”.