Hmm, I wouldn't even know where to begin. So i shouldn't bother with the diode since the 2a already has this? I've got a Kicker amp, and I bought the Empeg to replace my old Clarion head unit that finally took a dump 2 weeks ago.. I never had this problem with the Clarion. The FAQ says it could also be fuses, I guess I will check all my fuses out. Damn, it's like a needle in a haystack! Thanks for the help..

in the meantime, is this pop causing damage to my setup at all? Sounds like it could..