Monolith by Monoprice 5x200 Watts Per Channel Multi-Channel Home Theater Power Amplifier with XLR Inputs
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Is the power rating listed for all channels driven or just 2 channels driven on the 5 and 7 channel models?
New User U
on Oct 11, 2017
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BEST ANSWER: The rating is two hundred watts per each channel at eight ohms and three hundred watts per each channel at a four ohms (All channels five channels driven)
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- Mark L on Oct 11, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The rating is two hundred watts per each channel at eight ohms and three hundred watts per each channel at a four ohms (All channels five channels driven)
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- Mark L on Oct 11, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2017
It’s 200 per channel... every channel. When you pick the thing up you’ll realize this thing can power anything it weighs nearly 100 lbs. it’s sleek and really affordable considering it’s power rating and build quality.
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- Kenneth R on Oct 11, 2017
All channels, 200 watts for each of the 5 channels. There are 5 individual toroids contributing to the nearly 100 lbs. and it's all in the front.
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- Travis J on Dec 10, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2017
The power rating is 200W per channel times 5 or 7 channels, depending on the model.
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- Jeffrey M on Oct 11, 2017
All Channels driven. Read the reviews out there and the Specs.
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- Michael R on Oct 11, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 27, 2017
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Is the front panel oh the Monolith amps plastic or metal?
A shopper
on Apr 8, 2018
Metal, I believe it is aluminum.
They are also believed to be made ny ATI Amps in CA.
Im very pleased with the performance of this amp for the money, at times they have 20% sale, and thats when i pulled the trigger.
They are also believed to be made ny ATI Amps in CA.
Im very pleased with the performance of this amp for the money, at times they have 20% sale, and thats when i pulled the trigger.
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- William on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 18, 2017
It has a thick anodized aluminum (black) face plate.
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- Mark L on Apr 9, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2017
Metal. Brushed and very nice looking.
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- Matthew P on Apr 11, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 8, 2017
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Does the amp require a break-in period? If so, how many hours are recommended? Thanks
A shopper
on Jan 16, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Of course the amp sounds a little etched the first 10-20 hours of use. Then as things warm up, charge & discharge, the sound smooths out with more hours of use. But people may have a different experience depending on the revealing nature of paired equipment and other variables.
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- New User U on Jan 16, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Of course the amp sounds a little etched the first 10-20 hours of use. Then as things warm up, charge & discharge, the sound smooths out with more hours of use. But people may have a different experience depending on the revealing nature of paired equipment and other variables.
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- New User U on Jan 16, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2018
I didn't do anything like that, Just play it. Works GREAT. I didn't do any break in for amp. But would recommend some kind of cooling fan.but not necessary..
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- B H on Jan 17, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2018
Sense this is a class A/B amp most if not all will sound better when they are warmed up. I am not aware of any break in period for amps, speakers yes.
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- Gary on Jan 17, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2018
I am not an expert but i ran it for 8 hours before i cranked it up. Watch a few movies on a weekend at lowe volume, and been enjoying ever since.
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- Marco V on Jan 16, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2018
I wouldn't go full tilt for the first 10-20 hours.
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- Keller W on Jan 16, 2019
- Purchased on May 21, 2018
For me, twelve hours were enough.
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- Raul G on Jan 16, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 21, 2018
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If I connected this to only 3 channels instead of 5, is channels going to get more power than 200w?
DURGA P
on Nov 24, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No. There are five individual amplifiers built into one chassis. So the RMS power you gonna get is 200 watts at 8 ohms or 300 watts at 4 ohms per channel.
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- New User U on Nov 24, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No. There are five individual amplifiers built into one chassis. So the RMS power you gonna get is 200 watts at 8 ohms or 300 watts at 4 ohms per channel.
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- New User U on Nov 24, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 10, 2020
No you would not. 200W dedicated per channel is the design. So in other words, the power would not be doubled or reallocated to the other channels.
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- Donald S on Dec 1, 2020
- Purchased on May 12, 2020
No. Each channel has its own independent amplifier.
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- edmond s on Nov 24, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2019
No. The amplifier is 200 watts per channel.
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- RONALD todd GATESH G on Nov 24, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 28, 2020
No, the max power will still be the same.
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- Jason H on Nov 24, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2020
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how do I connect spade lugs to the speaker terminals on the monolith 5?
jeffrey Y
on Jan 6, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I have this amplifier, so you would need a Audioquest adapter # 1002 Gold Banana Adapter, this is the best way to couple spades to the Monolith amp. I use it and it is a very solid connection.
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- Shawn C on Apr 16, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I have this amplifier, so you would need a Audioquest adapter # 1002 Gold Banana Adapter, this is the best way to couple spades to the Monolith amp. I use it and it is a very solid connection.
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- Shawn C on Apr 16, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 15, 2018
I'm not condoning this, but I could only get one leg in since I'm biwiring the amp. Of course this leaves on leg exposed, not kid friendly
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- mark m on Apr 16, 2019
- Purchased on May 11, 2018
Should be able to loosen the back connector. In would recommend banana plugs.
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- Marco V on Apr 16, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2018
You don't. The closest thing you could do is banana plugs.
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- Dennis D on Apr 16, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 8, 2018
Unscrew the terminal where the bare wire would go
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- Damion M on Apr 16, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2018
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I have received the Monolith amp. What kind of non standard amp connector is this ? I cannot use my power cable I purchased for this amp !
A shopper
on Dec 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This amp uses a standard 20A plug due to the high current output.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This amp uses a standard 20A plug due to the high current output.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 14, 2018
IEC 320 C13 is widely used throughout the world. Monoprice Power Cord - NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13, 14AWG, 15A, 3-Prong, Black, 6ft
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- Gary on Dec 14, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2018
This amp draws 1800 watts, 1800w times 120VAC = 15 AMP You could cut off the female end of your power cord and install a rewireable IEC Type Plug C13 Female Connector body.
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- Gary on Dec 14, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2018
They are standard unbalanced RCA plug connections. If you bought the balanced XLR type cables, they won’t work. I just bought the monoprice audio interconnect cables with RCA plugs and they worked out fine.
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- JOHN R on Dec 14, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 14, 2018
What cable did u used? It normally takes one power to the wall, one trigger cable to the receiver, and one rca ro the channel. Then connect speaker cables.
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- Marco V on Dec 14, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2018
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Hello, could I use this amp if my rear speakers Dev Tech 9040s are rated at 25-150 watts? If yes, is there any power calibration involved or is automatic?
ashok m
on Mar 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This amplifier puts out a solid 200 watts per channel, all channels driven, into 8 ohms and 300 watts per channel into 4 ohms. As with any high power amplifier, use common sense when cranking up the volume, because with 200 watts per channel available into 8 ohms, you could exceed the speaker manufacturers maximum power guidelines.
However, speaker damage is often caused by having an amplifier with insufficient power, which when driven into clipping, can damage speakers. You won't have to worry about clipping from this amplifier. In checking your Dev Tech 9040 speaker specs, it appears they are very efficient, at 92 dB, so I would expect they will be playing pretty loud before you get anywhere near the 150 watt maximum suggested by the manufacturer.
If you are using less efficient speakers for the front mains or centre channel, you will have to adjust your front/centre/rear levels, but this is done via your processor or AVR. There are no adjustments required to the amplifier.
I use my Monolith amp with Ohm 3000 speakers rated at 45-250 watts at 6 ohms with an efficiency of 88 dB. This amp provides all the clean power I could ever want and provides more definition and slam in the bass than achieved by powering the speakers from the AVR speaker outputs.
Just use common sense with the volume control and you will be fine.
However, speaker damage is often caused by having an amplifier with insufficient power, which when driven into clipping, can damage speakers. You won't have to worry about clipping from this amplifier. In checking your Dev Tech 9040 speaker specs, it appears they are very efficient, at 92 dB, so I would expect they will be playing pretty loud before you get anywhere near the 150 watt maximum suggested by the manufacturer.
If you are using less efficient speakers for the front mains or centre channel, you will have to adjust your front/centre/rear levels, but this is done via your processor or AVR. There are no adjustments required to the amplifier.
I use my Monolith amp with Ohm 3000 speakers rated at 45-250 watts at 6 ohms with an efficiency of 88 dB. This amp provides all the clean power I could ever want and provides more definition and slam in the bass than achieved by powering the speakers from the AVR speaker outputs.
Just use common sense with the volume control and you will be fine.
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- Ronald M on Mar 7, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This amplifier puts out a solid 200 watts per channel, all channels driven, into 8 ohms and 300 watts per channel into 4 ohms. As with any high power amplifier, use common sense when cranking up the volume, because with 200 watts per channel available into 8 ohms, you could exceed the speaker manufacturers maximum power guidelines.
However, speaker damage is often caused by having an amplifier with insufficient power, which when driven into clipping, can damage speakers. You won't have to worry about clipping from this amplifier. In checking your Dev Tech 9040 speaker specs, it appears they are very efficient, at 92 dB, so I would expect they will be playing pretty loud before you get anywhere near the 150 watt maximum suggested by the manufacturer.
If you are using less efficient speakers for the front mains or centre channel, you will have to adjust your front/centre/rear levels, but this is done via your processor or AVR. There are no adjustments required to the amplifier.
I use my Monolith amp with Ohm 3000 speakers rated at 45-250 watts at 6 ohms with an efficiency of 88 dB. This amp provides all the clean power I could ever want and provides more definition and slam in the bass than achieved by powering the speakers from the AVR speaker outputs.
Just use common sense with the volume control and you will be fine.
However, speaker damage is often caused by having an amplifier with insufficient power, which when driven into clipping, can damage speakers. You won't have to worry about clipping from this amplifier. In checking your Dev Tech 9040 speaker specs, it appears they are very efficient, at 92 dB, so I would expect they will be playing pretty loud before you get anywhere near the 150 watt maximum suggested by the manufacturer.
If you are using less efficient speakers for the front mains or centre channel, you will have to adjust your front/centre/rear levels, but this is done via your processor or AVR. There are no adjustments required to the amplifier.
I use my Monolith amp with Ohm 3000 speakers rated at 45-250 watts at 6 ohms with an efficiency of 88 dB. This amp provides all the clean power I could ever want and provides more definition and slam in the bass than achieved by powering the speakers from the AVR speaker outputs.
Just use common sense with the volume control and you will be fine.
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- Ronald M on Mar 7, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 16, 2020
The amp does not provide any "power calibration". That would be accomplished by proper programming of your processor. For most of movies/music, the amp will "loaf along" with plenty of headroom for the highest volume program material you might throw at it. I am a big fan of headroom at all stages of amplification. I think you will be quite happy having plenty of headroom.
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- John P on Mar 7, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2019
Yes you can use this amp with your speakers. It’s not much of a difference from 150 to 200 watts. Little Bigger amp is better then smaller amp for speakers. There is no power calibration. You no need one.
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- Ankit P on Mar 7, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 18, 2020
Yes and I have bp8060st towers and sr8080 surrounds and cs9080 center,this amp is the best and you will have no problem at all,run audyssey for denon or Marantz
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- Paul B on Mar 7, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 5, 2019
It didn't send all of that power at once. As the volume increases, the power need increases.
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- David H on Mar 6, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 11, 2020
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Can i use Monolith by Monoprice 5x200 Watts Per Channel Multi-Channel Home Theater Power Amplifier with this?
New User U
on Apr 19, 2020
Monolith by Monoprice 5x200 Watts Per Channel Multi-Channel Home Theater Power Amplifier with XLR Inputs
Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel 4K Ultra HD AV Receiver with Bluetooth - RX-V385BL
BEST ANSWER: No. There RX-V385 does not have preamp outputs to connect an amp to.
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- David T on Apr 19, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No. There RX-V385 does not have preamp outputs to connect an amp to.
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- David T on Apr 19, 2020
If you have preouts on your receiver it will work well.
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- David Nelson N on Apr 20, 2020
No, because that receiver does not have pre-outs.
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- RONALD todd GATESH G on Apr 19, 2020
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The dimensions are specified as 17" x 16.5" x 7" . I believe that the 17" dimension is width and the 16.5" dimension is front to back. Can anyone confirm this?
I have a very tight front to back limitation in the cabinet I'm mounting it in (it will have a fan system cooling it).
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Bruce
I have a very tight front to back limitation in the cabinet I'm mounting it in (it will have a fan system cooling it).
Best regards,
Bruce
Bruce C
on Oct 13, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, That is correct. I had it almost 2 yrs now no problem at all. I made a great choice going with monoprice 5 chan amp.I should gotten a 7 Chan though.
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- Bunbanith T on Oct 17, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 5, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, That is correct. I had it almost 2 yrs now no problem at all. I made a great choice going with monoprice 5 chan amp.I should gotten a 7 Chan though.
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- Bunbanith T on Oct 17, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 5, 2022
Yup you are right ... just measured it. The chassis front to back is about 16" ... The 0.5" is probably to accommodate the plugs at the back.
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- BALA R on Oct 18, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 24, 2022
You are correct, the amp is 17" wide and 16.5" deep. Hope this helps :)
Chris
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- Christian J on Oct 19, 2022
- Purchased on Apr 6, 2022
You're correct. It's 17W x 16.5D.
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- Aaron N on Oct 17, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 12, 2022
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Is this amp rack mountable? Does it come with rack ears or rails?
Matthew D
on Jun 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You would need a rack shelf that can support 80lbs or more.
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- New User U Staff on Jun 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You would need a rack shelf that can support 80lbs or more.
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- New User U Staff on Jun 3, 2019
U could rack mount if had a shelf that would hold at a minimum of 80lbs., No rack ear's, or rails. amp weights in at hefty 80+LBS.
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- B H on Jun 1, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2018
It does not. But you can get a rack shelf to solve that problem.
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- Dennis D on Jun 2, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 8, 2018
I don't believe so it doesn't come with anything to mount.
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- Damion M on Jun 1, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2018
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Can one of the inputs be used to run a subwoofer?
New User U
on Aug 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It can be used to run a passive subwoofer.
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- New User U Staff on Aug 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It can be used to run a passive subwoofer.
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- New User U Staff on Aug 12, 2019
If your sub has left and right inputs maybe, but I don’t believe this would work. Most sub have their own amp thus the receiver sends the signal and the amp on the sub does the job.
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- Marco V on Aug 9, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2018
That makes sense. Thanks.
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- New User U on Aug 9, 2019
I think so as long as the subwoofer is hooked up to the XLR input.
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- DARCEL G on Aug 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 8, 2018
I don't see why not as you can send that signal to the input
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- Damion M on Aug 9, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2018
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Sound quality for two channel music?
A shopper
on Jan 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It's as transparent as any amp out there.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 30, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It's as transparent as any amp out there.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 30, 2020
I was using a parasound amp. Switched it out for this 5x200 amp. Sounds just as good. That is saying a lot.
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- Scott S on Jan 29, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 18, 2020
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Can I use this 4 of the channels to bi-amp a pair of B&W 702, and the extra channel for my center?
New User U
on Aug 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, as long as you have an external crossover of some sort.
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- New User U Staff on Aug 7, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, as long as you have an external crossover of some sort.
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- New User U Staff on Aug 7, 2020
Sure, provided you have the proper preamp outputting line level duplicate channels for the bi-amped speakers and wire the speakers correctly.
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- William W on Jul 5, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2020
I can’t think of any reason that would not work. You may need Y cabling on the amp input side if your preamp does not have multiple outs.
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- Ben E on Jul 6, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 7, 2020
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Can this amp be bridge ?
A shopper
on Feb 1, 2021
There is no built-in option for bridging this 5-channel amp. It may not be technically possible because it's more than two channels and uses multiple transformers.
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- Ben E on Feb 4, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 7, 2020
No. Just 5 channels of real power!
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- David Nelson N on Feb 1, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 6, 2020
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How long is the power cord on this amps? thanks
New User U
on Aug 30, 2017
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BEST ANSWER: I think it's either 6' or 8' long. I have too many speakers, wires & electronics in the way to tell for sure. Either way, it didn't reach my outlet, so I used power surge strip, of which Monoprice has many. Here's a good one, for example: https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=11146. I love, Love, LOVE the amp. I have the Monolith 5 (200x5) and an Emotiva XPA-5 Gen 3 (250x5) .... I prefer the rich, powerful sound of the Monolith over the Emotiva...just my two cents.
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- DAN S on Aug 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I think it's either 6' or 8' long. I have too many speakers, wires & electronics in the way to tell for sure. Either way, it didn't reach my outlet, so I used power surge strip, of which Monoprice has many. Here's a good one, for example: https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=11146. I love, Love, LOVE the amp. I have the Monolith 5 (200x5) and an Emotiva XPA-5 Gen 3 (250x5) .... I prefer the rich, powerful sound of the Monolith over the Emotiva...just my two cents.
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- DAN S on Aug 30, 2017
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I have a pioneer sc-lx801 elite receiver, would i be getting the full output of the amplifier? it has rca outputs not sure if it outputs enough voltage to push amp.
New User U
on Mar 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: If the Elite receiver has pre-amp outputs it should.
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- New User U Staff on Mar 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: If the Elite receiver has pre-amp outputs it should.
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- New User U Staff on Mar 1, 2018
If your receiver has pre-amp outputs you should be fine. Just flip the little switches on the back of the amp xlr>rca
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- Jeff H on Dec 14, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2019
I'm pretty sure you'll be ok. I've never heard of line level out that was too weak (except for on a record player).
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- Eric S on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 18, 2018
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Are the feet removable on the Monolith 5 channel?
Steve S
on Aug 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I never tried to remove the feet myself but I'm sure it's possible. I wouldn't advise it . because it would interfere with the proper air flow (cooling) If your planning to use some kind of isolation feet. The amp is heavy. Check what there weighted for.
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- Mark L on Aug 7, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I never tried to remove the feet myself but I'm sure it's possible. I wouldn't advise it . because it would interfere with the proper air flow (cooling) If your planning to use some kind of isolation feet. The amp is heavy. Check what there weighted for.
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- Mark L on Aug 7, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2017
They are removable. I have it on a table that provides additian ventilation and works well. Amp runs cool in comparison to others i have tested. Thats said, proceed at your own pace.
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- Marco V on Oct 29, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2018
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Trying to power B&w 603 currently have them drive with Marantz 6014 , (will it be a good match for my b&w ?
A shopper
on Oct 12, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Your speakers are slightly on the low side of efficiency so the more power from the mono price amp will really wake up your speakers. The Marantz 6014 outputs an anemic 110w with only two channels driven. When 5 or 7 channels are driven, that 110w drops to at less than half the rating.
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- edmond s on Oct 13, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Your speakers are slightly on the low side of efficiency so the more power from the mono price amp will really wake up your speakers. The Marantz 6014 outputs an anemic 110w with only two channels driven. When 5 or 7 channels are driven, that 110w drops to at less than half the rating.
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- edmond s on Oct 13, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2019
I'm not familiar with your B&W/ But I can say this, if this helps at all, I get a clean sound, as well as the power that I need. I believe an AB amp is probably the most purest sound your going to get, that said, it's about how much power do you personally need. .........
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- Lonnie D on Oct 13, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 9, 2020
This is an excellent amp. Clean and powerful. The 6014 receiver internal amps are usually not as good as an outboard amp.
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- David Nelson N on Oct 13, 2020
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Does the Monolith 5X200 need a 20A surge protector? I'm having a tough time finding a 20A surge protector. I see a lot of people say to plug your amps directly in to the wall. I have 2 designated lines ran to my home theater all my gear.
A shopper
on Jan 25, 2021
BEST ANSWER: No, it does not need to be hooked up to a surge protector.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 25, 2021
BEST ANSWER: No, it does not need to be hooked up to a surge protector.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 25, 2021
This amp is not a 20A device and comes with a standard parallel blade w/ ground power cord (15A Edison). I have mine plugged into the amplifier receptacle on a Furman Elite 15 PF I. In this same Furman, I have a 77" Oled, Marantz AV 7706, SVS SB16-Ultra Sub, 16Port PoE Switch, Rack Fans, etc. I run my system at around -10 to -20 below reference and I have never once come close to clipping / overloading the system. I have a digital amp meter in my data rack and even at full tilt I've never seen it draw 10 amps, let alone get close to 15A. Granted, the outlet that all of this comes off of is dedicated from my panel and AV is the only thing connected to it but I can't foresee any need to have a 20A surge unless you have distributed audio amps and other high draw gear on the same circuit. Have you checked your electrical panel? Most residential panels have 15A breakers for outlets.
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- Grant G on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2021
Furman makes a 20A Surge Protector.... I have mine on a dedicated 20A plug through that and it works perfectly.
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Can I use this with Onkyo RX-TZ820. I use Klipsch reference speakers for front, center and back? RMS on those is 125W and max is 500W. Will that be good... Also I am using SVS elevations for height.. Should I just run those through onkyo along with PB2000 Pros
New User U
on Jan 7, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes you can use this amp with that receiver. Use this amp for the front center and surround and use your receiver to power the heights. I have two of these amp because the first one was so good I had to buy another. I had basically the same set up as you and use this amp the same way. When I bought the second amp I bi amped the speakers and now I am
In heaven. I did have a technical issue with one of the amps but I believe they are replacing that one now. Let’s hope
In heaven. I did have a technical issue with one of the amps but I believe they are replacing that one now. Let’s hope
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- New User U on Jan 9, 2022
- Purchased on Aug 20, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes you can use this amp with that receiver. Use this amp for the front center and surround and use your receiver to power the heights. I have two of these amp because the first one was so good I had to buy another. I had basically the same set up as you and use this amp the same way. When I bought the second amp I bi amped the speakers and now I am
In heaven. I did have a technical issue with one of the amps but I believe they are replacing that one now. Let’s hope
In heaven. I did have a technical issue with one of the amps but I believe they are replacing that one now. Let’s hope
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- New User U on Jan 9, 2022
- Purchased on Aug 20, 2021
That should be fine for your Kilpsch speakers. You will want to check and make sure your Onkyo can run pre-outs and powered channels at the same time, not all receivers can do that. For example, my Denon x3700 can do one or the other, but not both at the same time. My Anthem MRX520 can do both at the same time so I can run height speakers off the Anthem and use the Monolith to power my mains and back surrounds. Check your Onkyo manual to be sure.
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- Phillip S on Jan 7, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 16, 2021
But this amp does not have a way to hook the sub so we will have to use the sub input on Onkyo right?
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- New User U on Jan 7, 2022
Run it! I bought this amp 4 months ago. I have jbl 590/530/520 running on the amp no problem.
I have the same subs.
I have the same subs.
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- T H on Jan 8, 2022
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Hi, I would like to know the power rating at 2ch driven?
New User U
on Feb 10, 2022
BEST ANSWER: 200w per channel, awesome amp. 5 star
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- Bunbanith T on Mar 29, 2022
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BEST ANSWER: 200w per channel, awesome amp. 5 star
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- Bunbanith T on Mar 29, 2022
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I wish I knew! Monoprice should be able to answer the question. I can say that it is a great home theater amp and it is very powerful! I only use 4-channels for my (4) ceiling mounted speakers and the amp power will blow you out of the room. Very clean power and I have never overloaded the amp!
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- David J Kirkwood K on Mar 29, 2022
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Hello, I don't have a measurement, But I'm happy that bought it. Its has a on/off switch with my marantz 7705 pre. My outlaw 7000x don't have. Great so far.
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- Bunbanith T on Mar 29, 2022
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Does average power in watts mean RMS?
A shopper
on Jul 28, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes. This amp does 200 watts all channels driven.
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- New User U Staff on Jul 28, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes. This amp does 200 watts all channels driven.
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- New User U Staff on Jul 28, 2022
Yes on top of RMS is peak power and is more realistic way to rate amps since music and movie sound tracks have high and low peaks in volume.
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- David J Kirkwood K on Aug 1, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2021
RMS or root mean square is approximately 70.7% of peak power. This amplifier is a beast for a home theater.
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- Jeremiah J on Aug 1, 2022
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I'm thinking of pairing the Monolith with an NAD T778 receiver but I'm unsure how to wire the preouts from the NAD. The NAD has a pair of preouts for each channel (no XLR connections) however the Monolith only accepts a single RCA per channel for the input? Would you just purchase a double to single RCA cable for the connection?
A shopper
on Jan 25, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the pair is for the left and the right.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 25, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the pair is for the left and the right.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 25, 2023
No my friend. If the picture of your receiver that I'm looking at is correct, your front channels are white and red, followed by surrounds, surround back and center. Each color on the receiver represents one speaker, so white and red are your 2 fronts and so on. You will need a single rca cable connection between the receiver and amp and your speaker wires connect from your speakers to the amp, and not to the receiver. Good luck.
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- George Z on Feb 15, 2023
- Purchased on Jun 7, 2022
PS. the Monolith amp made a substantial improvement in my system sound without making any other changes. The power, high slew rate and high damping factors really work well.
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- Bruce C on Feb 14, 2023
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How would I hook up the Monolith 5X200 power amp to my Pioneer 94 TXH A/V receiver and OPPO 105 BD player? Which wires go where ?
A shopper
on Dec 3, 2016
BEST ANSWER: On the back of the Pioneer sort of in the middle right top area there is a section labeled Pre-Out, using high quality RCA cables connect the pre-outs to the amp matching the labels. ie Center connects to center, Left Front to Left Front etc.
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- Tony A on Dec 27, 2016
THIS is the correct way to do it.
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- New User U on Aug 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: On the back of the Pioneer sort of in the middle right top area there is a section labeled Pre-Out, using high quality RCA cables connect the pre-outs to the amp matching the labels. ie Center connects to center, Left Front to Left Front etc.
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- Tony A on Dec 27, 2016
THIS is the correct way to do it.
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- New User U on Aug 17, 2017
Above the 12 volt triggers on the back of your receiver you'll see a set of 8 output jacks labeled "Surround Back" on the bottom. These are the output jacks. You would string an RCA cable between each of the jacks to the labeled jacks on the back of the amplifier. omitting any speakers you do not use such the surround back. If you use a 7.1 system then the 5x200 isn't for you, you'd need 7x200 - Product # 14566.
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- Adam N on Jan 2, 2017
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The manual states to plug this directly to the wall outlet. However, I am concerned about surge protection and such. I have a Tripp Lite 1800W line conditioner. Assuming the rest of my equipment does not exceed the wattage capacity, would it be safe to plug the amp into the power conditioner?
Christopher F
on Oct 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It is safe to plug into a power conditioner, however, depending on how the power conditioner filters current, it may withhold current from the amplfier in moments where it quickly needs power. In this scenario, the amplifier will not reach its full performance. The amplifier has circuitry to protect it if a power surge occurs, even if it is not plugged into a line conditioner.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It is safe to plug into a power conditioner, however, depending on how the power conditioner filters current, it may withhold current from the amplfier in moments where it quickly needs power. In this scenario, the amplifier will not reach its full performance. The amplifier has circuitry to protect it if a power surge occurs, even if it is not plugged into a line conditioner.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 12, 2017
It's ok to use a surge protector but I would not use a line conditioner as it would increase the impedance of your 120VAC circuit.
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- Gary on Dec 21, 2018
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I see the Amp is out of stock and it says "ETA: 10/6/2018". Is the Estimated availability date on this 5 channel amp really October of 2018? Asking because I can wait a bit to buy an amp, but not almost a full year.
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Ivo
on Dec 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The amplifier should be in stock mid to late February.
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- New User U Staff on Feb 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The amplifier should be in stock mid to late February.
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Can you confirm the Transformer size specs? I don't think they are 1250va and 1025va. More like 1025va and 800va.
Markus M
on Nov 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: We need to adjust our specs; The 7 channel has transformers of 1230VA and 1040VA and the 5 channel has transformers of 1040VA and 800VA.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: We need to adjust our specs; The 7 channel has transformers of 1230VA and 1040VA and the 5 channel has transformers of 1040VA and 800VA.
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What is the power draw at idol (powered on, but no signal being played)?
Joel J
on Dec 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Power draw is varied so we would not have a definitive answer.
The testing documents that are listed on the website would give you an idea of what to expect.
Power draw is varied so we would not have a definitive answer.
The testing documents that are listed on the website would give you an idea of what to expect.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Power draw is varied so we would not have a definitive answer.
The testing documents that are listed on the website would give you an idea of what to expect.
Power draw is varied so we would not have a definitive answer.
The testing documents that are listed on the website would give you an idea of what to expect.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 11, 2019
My kill-a-watt shows 1.3 amps give or take whether there is a signal or not. That said, I use a trigger from the pre to the amp so the power use goes from off (zero amps) to on once I turn on the pre.
I'm not even sure the amp will turn on without a signal.
The amp is great value for money!
I'm not even sure the amp will turn on without a signal.
The amp is great value for money!
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- Jeff H on Dec 14, 2019
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Can I use 8 ohm and 4 ohm speakers with this simultaneously ? I have some Monolith 365 speakers for LCR and Polks for surrounds.
Robert N
on Feb 16, 2020
You can but you will have an imbalance in the sound level. The 8 ohm speakers will sound lower. Depending on the sensitivity of the monolith lace vs the polk surrounds the level might not be noticeable if the polks have a higher sensitivity.
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- edmond s on Feb 16, 2020
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The polks are 88db sensitivity and the MP are 89.5. I am currently powering the 5 of them (and the atmos upfiring speakers) from a Denon 3600H avr. With this many drivers, I assume that I am losing a ton of power and some dynamic range. I am trying to resolve that issue. Would multiple amps work better? A 3 channel amp and a 2 channel amp for example?
The more channels driven by your Denon receiver the lower the output power. Your receiver is guaranteed to deliver 73.5 watts/ch with 5CH driven. So your output power will be even lower with more speakers driven. At a minimum, I think using the preamp outputs of your Denon for LCR (not “lace” as previously autocorrected) to drive a monolith 3x200w amplifier. The surrounds and Atmos speakers can remain on your Denon.
Thank you. I was thinking something very similar. I made some assumption that would result in power disparity (200 watts versus the 75 watts) issues but the Audessey EQ can correct for that.
The monolith amp is a great value and built like a tank. 3x200w all channels driven. I too had a Denon (they do make good products) receiver but switched to a D2V Anthem receiver and 5x200w version of the monolith. A big improvement in sound level and quality. Good luck.
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How many watts (if any) are provided per channel in pure class A mode before it switches to class AB operation?
Michael C
on May 14, 2020
I don’t know. That kind of technical detail are not found in the documents provided with the unit. I suggest you try and contact monoprice tech support or research ATI amps as they build these for Monoprice. Wish I could be more help. This amp is amazing but I’m still breaking in the speakers so I haven’t really pushed it hard.
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- Joe F on May 14, 2020
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This is the best value in power amps that I know of. I was already running a Yamaha receiver with 110 watts per channel (not all channels driven) and the system sounded pretty good. The Yamaha receiver is now the preamp and control center with the Monolith providing power. This power amp with it's fast slew rate and strong dampening rate provide excellent control over the speakers. Sound quality, imaging and depth have been noticeably improved. The music can be low, medium or loud without a hint of strain and the bottom end now has much more punch and precise accuracy. I would recommend this amp to anyone looking for a high end amp but not wanting to spend $10K or more.
The only thing to be aware of is this amp is solid and HEAVY. You may need a friend to help if you are installing it into a cabinet etc.
The only thing to be aware of is this amp is solid and HEAVY. You may need a friend to help if you are installing it into a cabinet etc.
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Black beauty
Great power. Solid connections. Very heavy unit.
Not the prettiest. Big black box. Speaker terminals are plastic. For the price you can?t beat it.
Not the prettiest. Big black box. Speaker terminals are plastic. For the price you can?t beat it.
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