Thread: Ipod to 5 channel amp, no head unit??

You need something that will take the simple stereo from the iPod and split it into 4 channels + sub for the amp.
Many equalizers do just this. I use an AudioControl Three.1 which is a great unit for the audio from my PC. It's pricey, but a damn fine unit.
There are other makes/models out there that can do the same thing.

You would allso like to have a crossfilter of sorts... Either in the amp or before inside your splitter. (for letting the sub play the deep sounds, and not everything you put into it).

I am currently using a clarion 3 way active crossover. this allows for 2 inputs, and has 6 outputs, 2 high pass, and one low pass, all at 18 db/oct (much better filtering than most low/mid grade amps).

this is one of the better units that i have found for under $200. if you are interested in something above $200, audio control and alpine both make some great audio processors, that should also accept a stereo input and convert it to 5-6 channels.

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...n+MCD-360.html