The PV2600 is able to accept stereo or mono inputs, making it suitable for use by DJs as well as bands, and due to its very high output capacity is able to fill medium to large concert halls with the clean, uncolored sound that Peavey users have loved for decades. The unit is also built to last. With its heavy metal construction and extensive circuitry for cooling and protection, the PV2600 is able to survive the high range of abuses that can occur with equipment that is used by touring acts.

Like the other products across the PV power amplifier range, the PV2600 utilizes DDT to protect both its internal components, and any attached speakers in the event of an input overload. DDT, otherwise known as Distortion Detection Technique, utilizes specialized circuitry in order to detect when sound is coming into the amplifier at too high a volume. An LED on the front of the unit lights up to notify the owner that a volume change needs to be made, and the PV2600’s internal volume is automatically lowered to prevent the speakers from being destroyed. The PV2600 also utilizes an internal cooling fan and heat sink to ensure that the unit will remain cool under hot stage lighting.

Legendary amplification company Peavey, founded in 1965, broke new ground with its introduction of the PV series of power amplifiers by including features normally included only in far more expensive equipment, in a package that was nearly as powerful, and far less expensive, than the flagship CS and GPS power amplifiers. Peavey PV2600 power amplifiers are the top product in the PV series, which also includes the PV900 and PV1500 amplifiers, along with the PV1600 and PV3800 bi-amp and tri-amp products. The PV2600 is able to output at a maximum of 1800 watts in bridged monaural mode, or in dual channel mode, at up to 900 watts using 4 ohm speakers or 550 watts at 8 ohms.

While the PV2600 provides excellent sound quality and amplification for medium and large venues, smaller locations could be easily overpowered by it. Bands that are still on the club circuit may be happier with the lower cost options in the PV amplifier range such as the PV900 or PV1500. Likewise, the PV2600 may not provide quite enough power for very large or outdoor concert venues. Bands that are performing in large venues would do well to consider the Peavey GPS3500, which has proven itself as the ideal amplifier for the largest concert halls.

Peavey PV2600 Power Amplifiers - Summary:
• Rated for up to 1800 watts of output power in bridged mono operation
• Heavy construction and numerous protective features ensure that equipment will not be damaged by issues with power or input levels
• Stereo and mono operation lend the versatility necessary for band members or for DJs
• Ideal for medium to large venues; bands playing in clubs or at very large outdoor venues might be better served by other Peavey Power Amplifiers

Peavey PV2600 Buying Options

Peavey PV900 Power Amplifiers are ideal for professional rehearsal situations, or performances at small venues. Additionally, combined with a mixing board, the PV900 can be an ideal front of house amplifier for an auditorium with good acoustics, where clean sound is necessary but high volume is not. For bands that perform at large, outdoor, or very noisy venues, Peavey produces several amplifiers that are able to produce much higher volumes, such as the CS3000 or CS4000, which still maintain Peavey's typically affordable price points.

The PV900 is capable of providing up to 600 watts of power in bridged mono mode. In this mode, the two channels of the amplifier are combined, making a single powerful mono amp. However, the PV900 can also handle stereo input, or two channels of mono input. This flexibility makes the PV900 an ideal choice for vocalists, instrumentalists, or as a DJ or house amplifier. In stereo mode the PV900 produces up to 300 watts per channel using 4 ohm speakers. It is built extremely solidly and used by many touring bands. Many professional musicians have reported relying on the same Peavey power amplifier for over 20 years, and upon seeing this very heavy rackmount unit, it is easy to see why.

Although the PV900 is high on sound and low on price, it includes many of the same protective features found in Peavey's more expensive equipment. Musicians who are new to the concept of a discrete power amplifier will be especially happy to have DDT. With it, the PV900 detects when a clipped signal is being sent to the amplifier, indicating that the input is too loud and that damage could be caused. DDT automatically engages, lowering the master volume to prevent damage from being caused to the speakers. The PV900 also has an internal cooling system, which is able to prevent the unit from overheating even in the harshest of environments.

Peavey has been providing the power amplification used by the world's foremost performing and touring musicians since 1965, and Peavey PV900 Power Amplifiers build upon the company's strong reputation for producing great sound at prices that ordinary people can afford. The PV900 includes features that are found in some of Peavey's much more expensive amplifiers, including bridged operation, Distortion Detection Technique (DDT), and variable speed internal cooling fans. It can project a clear, accurate, uncolored sound suitable for rehearsal spaces and live performances at small to medium sized venues.

Peavey PV900 Power Amplifiers - Summary:
* Rated for up to 600 watts of output power in bridged mono mode, or 300 watts per channel in stereo mode
* Suitable choice for rehearsals, small performance venues, and front of house amplification for clubs and auditoriums
* Can be used by instrumentalists, vocalists or DJs
* Includes the same DDT speaker protection functionality found in Peavey's more expensive amplifiers
* Entry level power amplifier; able to withstand harsh road conditions, but does not produce the kind of power required in large or outdoor concert situations

The name Peavey is synonymous with high quality amplification. Since 1965, Peavey has been an industry leader in great sounding, low cost amplification, and Peavey PV1500 Power Amplifiers continue this longstanding tradition. The PV amplifier product range provides enough amplification power for small concert venues, while including many of the same protective capabilities found in Peavey's more expensive products. The PV1500 is rated for a maximum output power of 1000 watts, when operating in bridged monaural mode. In stereo mode, or when in normal dual channel monaural operation, the PV1500 sends 500 watts per channel to 4 ohm speakers, or 300 watts per channel to 8 ohm speakers.

Because it can be used to amplify either stereo or mono signals, the PV1500 is equally as useful for DJs as it is for instrumentalists and vocalists. Additionally, amplifiers from the PV series are very popular for front of house amplification. The PV1500 provides more than enough power for bars and clubs to use for their in house music when no performing artists are scheduled, or for educational applications such as school auditoriums. For bands, the PV1500 is sufficient to provide the amplification necessary for most small and medium sized concert venues, but may not deliver quite enough power for outdoor shows.

Peavey provides top of the line build quality throughout its entire product range, and the PV1500 is no exception. It is able to withstand the equipment abuse that is common in touring environments, and continue providing spectacular sound on demand. Many musicians have reported using the same Peavey power amplifier, with minimal repair work, for decades. The PV1500 includes Peavey's famous DDT (Distortion Detection Technique), which automatically limits input gain when clipped waveforms are detected. Clipped waveforms signify that the volume being sent to the amplifier is too high, and with no limiting, they can damage the amplifier's internal circuitry or any speakers that are connected. DDT effectively eliminates both of these concerns, and warns the owner with an LED that a volume correction needs to be made. The PV1500 also includes numerous built-in protective measures to keep the unit's internal heat down, and break the electronic circuits in the event of a severe power spike, stopping the flow of electricity before any damage can be done. In normal operation, the unit runs at an extremely low temperature for the amount of power that it produces, and as long as it is properly installed in an equipment rack as specified by Peavey, heat issues should never be a concern.

Peavey PV1500 Power Amplifiers - Summary:
* Produces up to 1000 watts in bridged operation, or 500 watts per channel in two channel operation
* Ruggedly built; able to withstand harsh road conditions
* Power level is sufficient for small and medium concert venues, but may not be ideal for large or outdoor venues
* Popular choice for DJ and front of house amplification
* Includes much of the same internal protective circuitry found in the more expensive Peavey product ranges