The Crown XLS 402 is a power amplifier that is capable of outputting at a maximum of 900 watts when operating in mono bridged mode, 450 watts in stereo operation with 4 ohm speakers, and 300 watts in stereo with 8 ohm speakers. This amount of power is ideal for bands, DJs, or vocalists who perform in small to medium venues such as clubs, and some concert halls and auditoriums. For outdoor performances, or larger concert venues, a larger amplifier such as the Crown XLS 602 or 802 would be preferable. In smaller settings, however, you can be sure that the XLS 402 will produce enough volume to send your tone all the way to the back row.
Along with sound quality, reliability has always been among Crown's trademarks. The XLS 402 is no exception, featuring an all steel rackmount construction, numerous protective mechanisms, and a fully transferrable three year warranty. The XLS series of amplifiers were modeled virtually on computers before being built, allowing the engineers at Crown to see the thermal characteristics of the amplifiers before they were sent to the factory. In this way, Crown was able to waste less time and material in getting the XLS series into stores, resulting in further cost savings for the consumer. The XLS 402 is cooled by forced air, and is equipped with the ability to shut down automatically if the operating conditions ever become so hot as to be unsafe for the amplifier.
Crown XLS 402 Power Amplifiers are an excellent choice for bands or DJs who are ready to step up from the smallest clubs and begin playing in small to medium sized venues. The XLS 402 has the power necessary to make sure that any instrumentalist is clearly heard in a venue of this size. Bands who will be playing in large or outdoor venues, however, might consider something a bit more powerful such as the Crown XLS 602 or 802.
Look at many of the nation's concert stages, and you will see bands that are powered by Crown amplifiers. Among the top names in the industry since its founding in 1947, Crown amplifiers have long been prized by the world's best musicians. Unfortunately, the price has typically been out of reach for many less established musicians, who have been forced to opt for less expensive equipment. Crown XLS 402 Power Amplifiers have changed this problem, by putting Crown power and reliability into a package that is priced at a lower point than ever before.
Crown XLS 402 Power Amplifiers - Summary:
* Rated for a maximum power output of 900 watts in mono bridged operation
* Famous Crown sound quality at a lower price point than ever before
* Excellent thermal characteristics: forced air cooling allows the unit to remain within the proper operating temperatures at all times
* Ideal for small to medium performance venues
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The Crown XLS 202 is capable of producing up to 600 watts in bridged mono operation, or 300 watts per channel in stereo mode, when driving 4 ohm speakers, making it an excellent choice for bands or DJs who perform in small venues or concert halls, or for some home stereo applications where the fan noise will not be a problem. It has been praised for its extremely accurate sound reproduction, rivaling more expensive power amplifiers from other manufacturers.
Mackie, a sound reinforcement company providing amplification, mixing, and monitoring equipment for studios and performing musicians, has long been a technological pioneer in the field. One of their innovations is a technology known as Fast Recovery, which first made its debut in Mackie's FR series of power amplifiers. Mackie FR 2500 Power Amplifiers are the flagship product in the FR series, offering up to 2500 watts of unbridled muscle to help power your way through your next live concert or DJ set.
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The FR 800 is a dual channel power amplifier, capable of producing a maximum of 800 watts when driving a 4 ohm speaker in bridged mode, or up to 480 watts per channel when driving a pair of 2 ohm speakers. The "FR" in the model name is short for "Fast Recovery", the unique technology that is now found throughout the Mackie product range. Traditional power amplifiers can easily become stuck in "clipping mode" when a clipped signal (resulting from input levels that are too high) is sent through them. Fast Recovery allows the FR 800 to quickly return to normal operation after clipping, sparing your speakers and the ears of your audience. Additionally, the FR 800 features automatic limiting technology, which is easily enabled or disabled by a switch located on the unit's back panel. When enabled, the FR 800 automatically detects the high volume transient attacks that can sometimes occur when a bassist or a drummer plays a brief, energetic fill. When this happens, the amplifier will quickly reduce its input gain, resulting in safe, non-clipped waveforms to be sent to the speakers. This safety measure is nearly transparent, and it is seldom possible to notice it at all.