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Hey people, I seem to have an ongoing issue in my install that I thought was strictly an issue with the first Big Belle I had installed (16-ST1300D), but after swapping it out for the newer 16-MCH1300 the other day I am not sure. I am not sure why Memphis designed these amps with the single rca input for the sub channel, which means that you need to use one of their crossovers with the mono sub output, or as in my case, use the 16-BRIDGE bridging module. I am using it, running a short RCA cable out of it, and plugging in the L side only, as that is what is recommended in the manual. I have heard nothing but good things about the Big Belle amp, and when it is working correctly it is incredible. Running the front outputs to my RE XXX6.5C component set (2 ohm set). Using the passive crossovers for now. Sub is a RE SE12D2 (running at a 4 ohm load). At higher volumes the sub stops playing, and then starts again randomly. Also at higher volumes the front components cut in and out. This was happening with my last Belle, so prior to installing this one I rewired my front doors using 2 pair/14awg cable, as I was worried that a wire was being pinched somewhere along the way (causing the components to cut in and out). I used true 4awg for power and ground in the truck. I am thinking of eliminating the passive crossovers and running it active to see if that helps the component issue. Any ideas on the sub issue? I also have a Memphis 16-X03 three way crossover sitting here that I could throw in the mix, to eliminate the bridging module. Thanks in advance.