Bridging Amps for Subwoofers


I just purchased a large sub that requires a bunch of power.
What should I be looking for in an amp to power my sub?
I had someone tell me "the key is having sufficient current drive capability." Is this true?
What determines if an amp can be bridged?
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I think it is important to use a high current amp that easily doubles into 4 ohm loads. Most subs have pretty nasty low impedance characteristics. I doubt that the manufacturer recommends 400 watts @ 8 ohms. Since you are not using the amp in a "full range" application, you do not need to spend big bucks so long as it has sufficient current and handles the impedance dips.
Bridging does not half the current. Read a recent thread entitled BIAMPING under Speakers.