Q-SYS CX-Q 4K8 8-Channel 500-Watt Network Amplifier
The Q-SYS CX-Q Series network amplifiers are a game-changer! They blend a legacy of powerful amplifiers with cutting-edge high-efficiency output devices and native network features for seamless transport, control, and monitoring. The CX-Q 4K8 offers eight channels, delivering customizable power output and a whopping 4000 W of total maximum power. All channels support Low-Z, 70 V, or 100 V direct drive.
Features:
- • Effortless Q-SYS Integration: Drag-and-drop into your Q-SYS design for smooth network routing, advanced processing, and control.
- • Redefined Power Legacy: Built on the reliable PL380 PowerLight amplifier platform with a 5th generation high-efficiency, Class-D hybrid powertrain design.
- • Flexible Channel Power: FlexAmp and FAST technologies provide extreme flexibility in output deployment.
- • Diverse Input Options: Eight channels of mic/line inputs with +12 V phantom power for easy access to Q-SYS.
- • High-Efficiency Power Supply: PowerLight universal switchmode power supply with PFC for top-notch audio and low weight.
- • Touch-Proof Connections: Euroblock loudspeaker connections for safety.
- • GPIO Integration: Eight bi-directional GPIO connections for third-party peripheral control within Q-SYS.
- • Energy-Saving Modes: Automatically minimize AC power while maintaining excellent audio quality.
Specifications:
- General Specifications:
- Typical distortion:
- 8Ω: 0.02 - 0.05%
- 4Ω: 0.04 - 0.1%
- Maximum distortion 4Ω - 8Ω: 1.0%
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.3 dB
- Noise:
- Unweighted output muted: > 101 dB
- Weighted output muted: > 104 dB
- Gain (1.2V setting): 35 dB
- Damping factor: > 100
- Input impedance: > 8k balanced and > 4k unbalanced
- Amplifier and load protection: Short circuit, open circuit, over current, over voltage, thermal, RF, DC fault shutdown, active inrush limiting, on/off muting
- AC power input: Universal power supply 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz
- Agency approvals: UL, CE, RoHS/WEEE compliant, FCC Class B (conducted and radiated emissions)
- Carton contents: IEC cable, quick start guide, Euro (green) connectors
- Power Specifications:
- 8 Independent Channels A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H:
- 70V: 1000 W
- 8Ω: 1000 W
- 4Ω: 1000 W
- 2Ω: 800 W
- 2 Channels BTL Bridged A+B or C+D or E+F or G+H (Doubles Voltage):
- 140V: 1500 W
- 200V: 1500 W
- 8Ω: 1500 W
- 4Ω: 1400 W
- 2Ω: NR*
- 2 Channels Parallel AB or CD or EF or GH (Doubles Current):
- 70V: 1500 W
- 100V: 1500 W
- 8Ω: 1000 W
- 4Ω: 1250 W
- 2Ω: 1500 W
- 3 Channels Combined in Parallel ABC or EFG (Triples Current):
- 8Ω: 1000 W
- 4Ω: 1500 W
- 2Ω: 1500 W
- 4 Channel Bridged/Parallel AB+CD, EF+GH (Doubles Current and Voltage):
- 8Ω: 2500 W
- 4Ω: 3000 W
- 2Ω: NR*
- 4 Channels Combined in Parallel ABCD or EFGH (Quadruples Current):
- 8Ω: 1000 W
- 4Ω: 2000 W
- 2Ω: 2500 W
- 1Ω: 3000 W
- Controls, Indicators and Connections:
- Controls and indicators (front):
- Power
- Channel MUTE buttons
- Channel SELECT buttons
- Channel Input Signal and CLIP LED Indicators Channel Output and LIMIT LED meters
- NEXT, PREV, ID buttons
- Control knob
- Controls and indicators (rear): AC Power Disconnect (IEC C-14)
- Input connectors:
- 'Q' models - 3-pin Euro (green) and Q-LAN Network connectivity
- 'Qn' models - Q-LAN Network connectivity only
- Output connectors: 8-pin Euro (green)
- Weights and Dimensions:
- Dimensions (HWD) inches: 3.5 ¡Á 19 ¡Á 16
- Dimensions (HWD) mm: 89 ¡Á 482 ¡Á 406
- Weight net: 25 lb / 11.3 kg
- Weight shipping: 29 lb / 13.2 kg
This Q-SYS CX-Q 4K8 8-Channel 500-Watt Network Amplifier is perfect for professional audio setups like concerts, conferences, and theaters. It's designed for sound engineers and installers who demand high-quality audio. With dimensions of 3.5 x 19 x 16 inches (89 x 482 x 406 mm) and a net weight of 25 lb (11.3 kg), it's compact and easy to handle. Whether you're looking to enhance a venue's sound system or create a powerful audio experience, this amplifier delivers with its customizable power output and advanced features.
