Monoprice Commercial Audio 120W 5ch 100/70V Mixer Amp with Microphone Priority (NO LOGO)
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Will this work well for a 70v landscape speaker setup? I'm trying to build my first 6 speaker stereo landscape sound system to blanket my yard.
New User U
on Nov 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, just make sure that you use 70V speakers with a transformer NOT 4-ohm or 8-ohm stereo speakers. Output will be mono which actually works better outside because the full range of music will be heard from each speaker instead of just left or right. That's why 70V is used in most stores and restaurants.
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- Brian R on Nov 29, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, just make sure that you use 70V speakers with a transformer NOT 4-ohm or 8-ohm stereo speakers. Output will be mono which actually works better outside because the full range of music will be heard from each speaker instead of just left or right. That's why 70V is used in most stores and restaurants.
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- Brian R on Nov 29, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 13, 2019
This is the unit I used to replace a burned out amp on my 70v pool speaker system. This unit has a lot more capability than I needed, but using only the single input I require feeds the speaker function beautifully.
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- Steve G on Nov 30, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 31, 2019
I’m using it on my 70v system inside my store. I’m sure you know that each speaker must have its own transformer
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- louis j on Nov 30, 2020
- Purchased on Aug 18, 2020
not recommended for that type of setup. this its actually for commercial purpose .
you should try a 7.1 amp
you should try a 7.1 amp
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- ILLIA J on Nov 30, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 18, 2020
Yes, I would recommend having 20 percent more watts available than the wattage of the combined speakers.
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- Kevin S on Nov 29, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2020
Yes, as long as you don't exceed the max wattage rating.
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- Dave C on Nov 30, 2020
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if i have 4 speakers inside and want to have 2 speakers outside i want to be able to control the volume of the outside ones separately than the inside ones (mainly to have the outside ones quieter), am i able to do this with the amp or do i just wire them in to the other 4 and have a volume control for the outside ones?
New User U
on Jan 11, 2021
BEST ANSWER: You may be able to locate a 70 volt variable rheostat that allows you to vary the draw to the outside speakers. The other thing I can think of is to just set the taps of the outside speakers to a lesser wattage than the inside speakers. Once the ratio of inside to outside volume is set, then you can adjust the total system volume at the amp.
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- Jack S on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on May 18, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You may be able to locate a 70 volt variable rheostat that allows you to vary the draw to the outside speakers. The other thing I can think of is to just set the taps of the outside speakers to a lesser wattage than the inside speakers. Once the ratio of inside to outside volume is set, then you can adjust the total system volume at the amp.
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- Jack S on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on May 18, 2020
I used this amp to provide an output to volume controls for separate zones in a restaurant, such as you describe above (inside & outside). I ran the output wires to the input of the volume controls and then wired from the volume controls to the specific zone; grill area, dining room and outside patio. It should work for you fine.
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- DALE S on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 8, 2020
If you are using the 70V output terminals I would install a 70V volume control for the outside speakers. Remember, the main volume control on the amp sets the volume, so the 2nd volume control can only be adjusted :Down" from whatever the main volume control is set to.
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- Mike R on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2018
This is a single channel amplifier. You would need to add a 70v volume control to set exterior level equal to or less than the interior speakers.
To have separate amps would allow you to have interior off and still use the exterior.
To have separate amps would allow you to have interior off and still use the exterior.
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- Walt on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on Jun 24, 2020
You will have to use a separate volume control for the 2 outside speakers
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- ROBERT W on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on May 26, 2020
You will need a rheostat to reduce the voltage on those two.
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- louis j on Jan 11, 2021
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You will need a volume control for the outside speakers.
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- JACKIE J on Jan 11, 2021
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When will the output level lights come on? The ones on my 120W have not come on at all I have one TOA 10watt 70v horn and two 32watt OSD audio 70v speakers connected. Should the output level lights show with this setup? Just wondering if there is a problem why they never light up.
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on Apr 21, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Output lights will activate when signal reaches -20db of max output. High sensitivity speaker properly placed may not need as much power an thus not activate the output lights.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Output lights will activate when signal reaches -20db of max output. High sensitivity speaker properly placed may not need as much power an thus not activate the output lights.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 22, 2019
I installed 2 of these amplifiers; 1 for a show room and the other for a warehouse area. The lights do not come on in the show room, but they do come on in the warehouse. The wattage in the show room is very low per speaker with a total of 6 speakers / 33 watts. The wattage in the warehouse is higher per speaker. I only have 4 speakers in the warehouse, but they pull 80 watts total. If the volume is low, then the lights seem to not come on, but if you turn up the volume, then the lights come on.
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- Kent on Apr 22, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2018
so long as you are driving the audio high enough, yes, the lights are working.
I have an amp driving 17, 70V speakers almost each has its own zone L-Pad,, I found I had to drive the amp main and AUX1 up to 60% each and then I saw the lights. then we brought up the zone controls and worked fine.
if you drive the audio up and can not get the lights to work, perhaps it is a bad unit.
I found nothing wrong with the amp and it is working as expected.
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I have an amp driving 17, 70V speakers almost each has its own zone L-Pad,, I found I had to drive the amp main and AUX1 up to 60% each and then I saw the lights. then we brought up the zone controls and worked fine.
if you drive the audio up and can not get the lights to work, perhaps it is a bad unit.
I found nothing wrong with the amp and it is working as expected.
hope this helps.
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- Steven P on Apr 21, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 20, 2019
If the efficiency of the speakers is very high (100DB or so) it is possible at volume levels that are "reasonable" you will never see the lights. If you turn the volume up to very loud levels and they do not come on, then there maybe some problem with the light circuit. If there is no distortion and you have reasonable levels of sound, it is probably not worth worrying about.
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- Charles H on Apr 21, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 13, 2018
The output lughts respond best fo higher input. Turn your input source up for greater sensitivity. If your input source or signal is too low the output lights wont show.
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- Jay A on Apr 22, 2019
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Building out a doctor's office with approximately 24 in-ceiling/in-wall speakers for background noise. Will your 120W amp work for this scenario? Will I need to purchase an additional step-down transformer on the speaker end that convert the signal back to a normal speaker level ?
New User U
on Dec 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This amp will handle 70 or100 volt speaker system if the speaker you purchase are 70 volts with a 5 watt tap or lower IE 3 watt. Then you build a speaker system with 24 speakers. This amp is rated at 120 watts so it will handle 24 speaks@5 watts.
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- lmaldo41 on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 3, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This amp will handle 70 or100 volt speaker system if the speaker you purchase are 70 volts with a 5 watt tap or lower IE 3 watt. Then you build a speaker system with 24 speakers. This amp is rated at 120 watts so it will handle 24 speaks@5 watts.
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- lmaldo41 on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 3, 2017
Enter an answer to this question.Hi. I am a professional AV installer. If you have installed “regular” (non-70volt) speakers this amp will not work for you. Take a look at the speakers you’ve installed. If there is a copper coil transformer on the back then you’ve installed 70 volt speakers. If the wire leads attach to the speaker coil without a transformer then you have regular 4ohm or 8ohm speakers. If you have 4ohm-8ohm speakers you will need a regular amplifier and need to be mindful of how many speakers you run on each channel.
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- daniel j on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 10, 2017
Thanks for the help Daniel. So if I purchase this amp along with 70volt speakers, I should be fine with 24 speakers in series?
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
You would be better off to purchase 70 volt speakers instead of 24 transformers. If you want to use transformers, you will have to tap them @4 watts.
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- Mark on Dec 11, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 4, 2017
Thanks for the help Mark. So if I purchase this amp along with 70volt speakers, I should be fine with 24 speakers in series?
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- New User U on Dec 11, 2017
actually not 24 speakers you need 20% overhead. So about 20 5w speakers.
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- New User U on Jun 18, 2019
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Can you have two different zones with this system? I'd like to install in my retail shop but would like the ability to have different music going to a room used for private events.
A shopper
on Apr 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: No, this amp is a single zone model. We do have a 4ch model. It is a bit more expensive but it give you a ton of control.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 26, 2019
Monoprice Commercial Audio 4x120W 4-Channel/4-Zone Mixer Matrix 100/70V with Digital Media Player (No Logo)
BEST ANSWER: No, this amp is a single zone model. We do have a 4ch model. It is a bit more expensive but it give you a ton of control.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 26, 2019
Monoprice Commercial Audio 4x120W 4-Channel/4-Zone Mixer Matrix 100/70V with Digital Media Player (No Logo)
No. The amp has one output. You could use 2 of the amps and wire several inputs to both. Choose the input by adjusting the volume controls on each input..
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- Charles D on Apr 26, 2019
No, it’s a 1 channel amplifier. All sources output to 1 channel.
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- Nolan M on Apr 26, 2019
No you need to have a second amplifier and second source.
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- Steve W on Apr 28, 2019
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How to input an aux line from a mixer?
A shopper
on May 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Looks like your question can be answered several different ways.
I will assume you want to use an additional mixer and plug one its AUX outs to this mixer/amp.
You can come off the 1/4" AUX out of the mixer and use one of the 1/4" MIC inputs on back, use the gain knob so you do not clip or distort the input. Since this is a mono amplifier you can also use a 1/4" to RCA cable and plug into one of the RCA line inputs.
I will assume you want to use an additional mixer and plug one its AUX outs to this mixer/amp.
You can come off the 1/4" AUX out of the mixer and use one of the 1/4" MIC inputs on back, use the gain knob so you do not clip or distort the input. Since this is a mono amplifier you can also use a 1/4" to RCA cable and plug into one of the RCA line inputs.
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- Dave L Staff on May 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Looks like your question can be answered several different ways.
I will assume you want to use an additional mixer and plug one its AUX outs to this mixer/amp.
You can come off the 1/4" AUX out of the mixer and use one of the 1/4" MIC inputs on back, use the gain knob so you do not clip or distort the input. Since this is a mono amplifier you can also use a 1/4" to RCA cable and plug into one of the RCA line inputs.
I will assume you want to use an additional mixer and plug one its AUX outs to this mixer/amp.
You can come off the 1/4" AUX out of the mixer and use one of the 1/4" MIC inputs on back, use the gain knob so you do not clip or distort the input. Since this is a mono amplifier you can also use a 1/4" to RCA cable and plug into one of the RCA line inputs.
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- Dave L Staff on May 24, 2019
This amp has 5 inputs. One on the front and 4 on the back. You can use 1/4inch phono plug, XLR cables or RCA cables. Connect your aux line to any of the 5 inputs depending on what type of cable you have. Turn up the volume on the inlut you use and the master.
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- dennis e on May 23, 2019
- Purchased on May 31, 2018
Amp is already a mixer. Individual volumd controls work at the same time. If you want external mixer install sourcs to your mixer then mixer into amp aux 1.
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- Jay A on May 23, 2019
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My audio source is coming from an 3.5 mm unbalanced jack. Can I use this to connect to 4 speakers to boost the audio in a conference room? If so what would be the proper cable to get from the 3.5 mm to the amp.
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New User U
on Dec 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Absolutely! Use a 3.5mm to male RCA cable to tie directly into the amplifier's Auxiliary port. If you add 70 Volt ceiling speakers, just make sure to connect to the 70V output on the back of the amp and make sure the amplifier can adequately supply the power rating needed when you add up your speakers.
For example: if you ordered 2 of the ceiling speaker pairs (Product # 24214) and used the 20 watt tap wire to hook it up, the total wattage would be 20W x 4 = 80 watts. You would need a 120 watt amplifier to supply power to the system. However, if you used another type of 70 Volt speaker with the 7.5 watt tap setting selected (a switch you can choose how much power the speaker is drawing from the system), (7.5W x 4 = 60W) you could use a 60 watt amplifier. That said, you generally want to over-size your amplifier when using a 70 Volt system to account for additional draws on the system. You don't want a 60 watt amplifier supplying it's full rating all day long, but occasional conference room use would be fine.
For example: if you ordered 2 of the ceiling speaker pairs (Product # 24214) and used the 20 watt tap wire to hook it up, the total wattage would be 20W x 4 = 80 watts. You would need a 120 watt amplifier to supply power to the system. However, if you used another type of 70 Volt speaker with the 7.5 watt tap setting selected (a switch you can choose how much power the speaker is drawing from the system), (7.5W x 4 = 60W) you could use a 60 watt amplifier. That said, you generally want to over-size your amplifier when using a 70 Volt system to account for additional draws on the system. You don't want a 60 watt amplifier supplying it's full rating all day long, but occasional conference room use would be fine.
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- David G on Dec 26, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 29, 2019
Monoprice 3ft Premium 3.5mm Stereo Male to 2RCA Male 22AWG Cable (Gold Plated) - Black
Monoprice Commercial Audio 70V 4-inch Weatherproof 2-Way Speakers with Wall Mount Bracket (Pair Black)
Monoprice Commercial Audio Metro 20W 6.5in Coax Ceiling Speaker 70V Pair (No Logo)
Thank you appreciate the help.
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- New User U on Dec 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Absolutely! Use a 3.5mm to male RCA cable to tie directly into the amplifier's Auxiliary port. If you add 70 Volt ceiling speakers, just make sure to connect to the 70V output on the back of the amp and make sure the amplifier can adequately supply the power rating needed when you add up your speakers.
For example: if you ordered 2 of the ceiling speaker pairs (Product # 24214) and used the 20 watt tap wire to hook it up, the total wattage would be 20W x 4 = 80 watts. You would need a 120 watt amplifier to supply power to the system. However, if you used another type of 70 Volt speaker with the 7.5 watt tap setting selected (a switch you can choose how much power the speaker is drawing from the system), (7.5W x 4 = 60W) you could use a 60 watt amplifier. That said, you generally want to over-size your amplifier when using a 70 Volt system to account for additional draws on the system. You don't want a 60 watt amplifier supplying it's full rating all day long, but occasional conference room use would be fine.
For example: if you ordered 2 of the ceiling speaker pairs (Product # 24214) and used the 20 watt tap wire to hook it up, the total wattage would be 20W x 4 = 80 watts. You would need a 120 watt amplifier to supply power to the system. However, if you used another type of 70 Volt speaker with the 7.5 watt tap setting selected (a switch you can choose how much power the speaker is drawing from the system), (7.5W x 4 = 60W) you could use a 60 watt amplifier. That said, you generally want to over-size your amplifier when using a 70 Volt system to account for additional draws on the system. You don't want a 60 watt amplifier supplying it's full rating all day long, but occasional conference room use would be fine.
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- David G on Dec 26, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 29, 2019
Monoprice 3ft Premium 3.5mm Stereo Male to 2RCA Male 22AWG Cable (Gold Plated) - Black
Monoprice Commercial Audio 70V 4-inch Weatherproof 2-Way Speakers with Wall Mount Bracket (Pair Black)
Monoprice Commercial Audio Metro 20W 6.5in Coax Ceiling Speaker 70V Pair (No Logo)
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- New User U on Dec 26, 2019
Just for the record, I am not a professional, just asked a lot of questions.
I had the same application of an unbalanced source. Utilizing the 3.5mm female to RCA cable adapter (similar to 5612) it worked just fine. I use the amp to power 8 individual speakers on the 70v output (similar to 14888) utilizing speaker wire (such as 2817) and the system has not let me down yet. You may find that it is actually louder than what you desire for a conference room. I would recommend the 5w setting at a low volume and starting there. Hope this helps.
I had the same application of an unbalanced source. Utilizing the 3.5mm female to RCA cable adapter (similar to 5612) it worked just fine. I use the amp to power 8 individual speakers on the 70v output (similar to 14888) utilizing speaker wire (such as 2817) and the system has not let me down yet. You may find that it is actually louder than what you desire for a conference room. I would recommend the 5w setting at a low volume and starting there. Hope this helps.
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- Jodi J on Dec 26, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 24, 2019
You can convert 3.5mm to stereo RCA very cheaply. The main question is if you 4 speakers are 70v speakers, if they are just standard 4/8 ohm speakers this is not the correct amp for you.
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- Jon R on Dec 26, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 30, 2019
I have not purchased the speakers yet. I wanted to make sure this would work first. Or if I need to look at a different option.
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- New User U on Dec 26, 2019
A wye cable with a 3.5 stereo plug to 2 RCA male connectors
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- Brian R on Dec 26, 2019
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I was planning on using this Amp for these in ceiling speakers. Would I be able to run 8 speakers for some background music in a medical office? I do not plan on blasting the music at all, but I want to make sure I'm not exceeding any restrictions. Thank you
New User U
on Aug 12, 2020
Monoprice Commercial Audio 120W 5ch 100/70V Mixer Amp with Microphone Priority (NO LOGO)
Monoprice Commercial Audio Metro 20W 6.5in Coax Ceiling Speaker 70V Pair (No Logo)
BEST ANSWER: These speakers would make a great match. The 120W amplifier is excellent for your application. Important: These 6.5” speakers have 3 power taps (wires you can hook to), 5W, 10W or 20W. Whatever you do, do not exceed 90% of your amp’s rated power. If you connect all 8 of the speakers via their “10W tap”, the system will see 80W load on the amplifier. Should work great for your application. One of the easiest systems to install. Tie all of your positives together. Tie all of your negatives together. Yes, you can daisy chain. Watch a video online and you’ll be a pro in no time.
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- David G on Aug 16, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: These speakers would make a great match. The 120W amplifier is excellent for your application. Important: These 6.5” speakers have 3 power taps (wires you can hook to), 5W, 10W or 20W. Whatever you do, do not exceed 90% of your amp’s rated power. If you connect all 8 of the speakers via their “10W tap”, the system will see 80W load on the amplifier. Should work great for your application. One of the easiest systems to install. Tie all of your positives together. Tie all of your negatives together. Yes, you can daisy chain. Watch a video online and you’ll be a pro in no time.
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- David G on Aug 16, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 29, 2019
It would be possible, if you connected to the blue (5 watt) or orange (10 watt) taps. The amp is rated for 120 watts and you want to leave yourself some room, so 8 speakers at 10 watts would work. Do not connect to the 20 watt tap on the transformer as that would give you a 160 watt requirement.
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- GERALD GRADY on Aug 12, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 19, 2020
Eight 20 watt speakers in parallel would exceed the amps 120 watt capacity at 70 volts. However if you can tap the speakers at 10 watts, you will be okay.
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- JACKIE J on Aug 12, 2020
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Can this be used as a telephone paging amp?
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on Nov 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Absolutely, however you will need something like a Viking PA-2a in between to interface with the ringing phone line and hand the audio off to this amplifier
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- Michael D on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 17, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Absolutely, however you will need something like a Viking PA-2a in between to interface with the ringing phone line and hand the audio off to this amplifier
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- Michael D on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 17, 2022
Yes if your paging speakers are 70v.
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- Said M on Nov 30, 2022
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The manual says that all the connections are optional except MIC 1 . Is that accurate? You must connect a mic to make any other inputs work or will the amp work without something connected to Mic 1?
Adam C
on Dec 10, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Don’t know I haven’t opened the box yet. My use for this will be utilizing the Aux input for a Pandora player for background music at a restaurant
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- Don D on Dec 10, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Don’t know I haven’t opened the box yet. My use for this will be utilizing the Aux input for a Pandora player for background music at a restaurant
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- Don D on Dec 10, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2022
You DO NOT need to connect a microphone -- this amp works just fine without anything connected to MIC1
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- New User U on Dec 10, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 10, 2021
You can connect to ANY of the Inputs and do not have to connect MIC1 for other Inputs to work...
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- David S on Dec 21, 2022
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No, you don't have to connect a mic for the other inputs to work.
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- Jeff M on Dec 21, 2022
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Im looking to run 15-20 6 in jvc 8 ohm speakers with transformers. what size should i consider, 120w or 240W?
New User U
on Sep 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in our commercial audio products. The manual for this product is available for download from the product page. It explain how the math for 70V speaker works in a safe manner. Basically when you decide what power tap you want to use for each speaker. Most transformers will give you 2-4 options. If the JVC's are 30W RMS @ 8Ω the you may have 30W, 15W & 7.5W taps. Let's say you use the 15W tap on 15 speakers then the total power from the amplifier will be 225W. Any amp running 70V should only run 80% of max power to ensure long uninterrupted service. Our 240W models should only run 192W max. You will need to run some at 7.5W like lavatories and shorter ceiling areas so people are not blasted.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in our commercial audio products. The manual for this product is available for download from the product page. It explain how the math for 70V speaker works in a safe manner. Basically when you decide what power tap you want to use for each speaker. Most transformers will give you 2-4 options. If the JVC's are 30W RMS @ 8Ω the you may have 30W, 15W & 7.5W taps. Let's say you use the 15W tap on 15 speakers then the total power from the amplifier will be 225W. Any amp running 70V should only run 80% of max power to ensure long uninterrupted service. Our 240W models should only run 192W max. You will need to run some at 7.5W like lavatories and shorter ceiling areas so people are not blasted.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 19, 2017
I would select the 240 W. If you have 20 speakers at 10 W tap on the transformer that would be 200 W. That would also give you a room to add more speakers if you wanted to
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- John S on Sep 19, 2017
Depends on which transformers you purchase and whey they are tapped at. Also, the rating of the speaker as well. It is always better to overdrive than under drive.
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- Mark on Sep 19, 2017
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How do I connect two 12 inch speakers to amp? Which ports do I put speaker wires in?
New User U
on Aug 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Which connections you use is determined by the type of speaker you have, not the size of the speaker; if you have 70V speakers, this amp is great; I've bought and used a dozen of them in commercial applications without issue. If you have 12" 8ohm speakers, you have consumer/residential speakers and you should Google to learn the difference between them for educational purposes, which will explain the connections quite well to you also. :)
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- kevin s on Aug 30, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Which connections you use is determined by the type of speaker you have, not the size of the speaker; if you have 70V speakers, this amp is great; I've bought and used a dozen of them in commercial applications without issue. If you have 12" 8ohm speakers, you have consumer/residential speakers and you should Google to learn the difference between them for educational purposes, which will explain the connections quite well to you also. :)
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- kevin s on Aug 30, 2020
you wont have stereo, but attach the white wires to one of the COM screws the back of the unit. Depending on the ohm rating on the speakers, attach the black or red wire to the 4-16 ohm screw.
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- Ross J on Aug 30, 2020
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I have a run of 70v speakers for around my pool and have the 120-watt amp. I was going to purchase 12/2 awg outdoor burial cable but wasn't sure if that would be too big of a cable to physically connect to the amp. Will 12 gauge wire fit on the connectors ok?
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on Apr 3, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yea 12awg will fit, just use a spade or Y connector from Home Depot to crimp on the end of the wire.
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- Joe C on Apr 11, 2022
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yea 12awg will fit, just use a spade or Y connector from Home Depot to crimp on the end of the wire.
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- Joe C on Apr 11, 2022
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2021
We use 16/2 direct burial all the time, up to 200' runs. Have had no problems.
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- Terry B on Apr 11, 2022
- Purchased on Jul 26, 2021
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I have a restaurant with 70v ceiling dishes and 3 traditional pioneer speakers. Can this power them both?
A shopper
on Feb 27, 2024
BEST ANSWER: You cannot power both 70 volt speakers and 8 or 4 ohm impedance speakers from the same amplifier. The simple fix is purchase 70 volt line transformers to attach to the Pioneer speakers and make all the speakers able to use the 70 volt line. If the Pioneer speakers are large scale such as for a live music band stage speaker it would be better to use 2 amplifiers, but if they are similar to the dish speakers you are good to go with the transformers.
Make sure the output of the amplifier wattage is higher than the total of the tap wattage of all speakers. Example: if you have 10 dish speakers using a 5 watt tap, equals 50 watts (5 x 10), the amplifier should be at least 60 watts output on the 70 volt line. With this 120 watt amplifier you can use 20 speakers at 5 watts each. Also, try using the lower wattage taps on the speakers for the majority and if you have an area that the speakers are higher or in a bit noisier are you can use a higher tap, but still need to add all taps to get the total to mathc to the amplifier.
Make sure the output of the amplifier wattage is higher than the total of the tap wattage of all speakers. Example: if you have 10 dish speakers using a 5 watt tap, equals 50 watts (5 x 10), the amplifier should be at least 60 watts output on the 70 volt line. With this 120 watt amplifier you can use 20 speakers at 5 watts each. Also, try using the lower wattage taps on the speakers for the majority and if you have an area that the speakers are higher or in a bit noisier are you can use a higher tap, but still need to add all taps to get the total to mathc to the amplifier.
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- drm on Feb 27, 2024
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2023
BEST ANSWER: You cannot power both 70 volt speakers and 8 or 4 ohm impedance speakers from the same amplifier. The simple fix is purchase 70 volt line transformers to attach to the Pioneer speakers and make all the speakers able to use the 70 volt line. If the Pioneer speakers are large scale such as for a live music band stage speaker it would be better to use 2 amplifiers, but if they are similar to the dish speakers you are good to go with the transformers.
Make sure the output of the amplifier wattage is higher than the total of the tap wattage of all speakers. Example: if you have 10 dish speakers using a 5 watt tap, equals 50 watts (5 x 10), the amplifier should be at least 60 watts output on the 70 volt line. With this 120 watt amplifier you can use 20 speakers at 5 watts each. Also, try using the lower wattage taps on the speakers for the majority and if you have an area that the speakers are higher or in a bit noisier are you can use a higher tap, but still need to add all taps to get the total to mathc to the amplifier.
Make sure the output of the amplifier wattage is higher than the total of the tap wattage of all speakers. Example: if you have 10 dish speakers using a 5 watt tap, equals 50 watts (5 x 10), the amplifier should be at least 60 watts output on the 70 volt line. With this 120 watt amplifier you can use 20 speakers at 5 watts each. Also, try using the lower wattage taps on the speakers for the majority and if you have an area that the speakers are higher or in a bit noisier are you can use a higher tap, but still need to add all taps to get the total to mathc to the amplifier.
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- drm on Feb 27, 2024
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2023
I assume that by traditional you mean 4OHM or 8OHM speakers, then the answer is yes. Just be careful to connect every kind to the corresponding output. Also consider the total OHMs depending on the wiring (series or parallel)
Refer to documentation for that, especially if you have 3 of those and not in pairs.
Refer to documentation for that, especially if you have 3 of those and not in pairs.
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- IGNACIO B on Feb 28, 2024
- Purchased on Jun 26, 2023
The pioneer speakers must have 70v transformers added to be able to use on amp. Can't hook directly to speakers from 70v line.
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- Terry B on Feb 28, 2024
- Purchased on Dec 6, 2019
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Will it struggle with heat when used with 2 100 or 200 W - 70 volt outdoor speakers?
Michael W
on Apr 24, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This amp is only rated for 120W. It is better for long term use to give your self 20% headroom. This means your should only run about 98W total power. For 2 x 100W horns you should look at out 240W version of the mixer/amp.
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- Dave L Staff on May 22, 2017
Monoprice Commercial Audio 240W 5ch 100/70V Mixer Amp with Microphone Priority (NO LOGO)
BEST ANSWER: This amp is only rated for 120W. It is better for long term use to give your self 20% headroom. This means your should only run about 98W total power. For 2 x 100W horns you should look at out 240W version of the mixer/amp.
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- Dave L Staff on May 22, 2017
Monoprice Commercial Audio 240W 5ch 100/70V Mixer Amp with Microphone Priority (NO LOGO)
As long as your total speaker wattage stays below 80% of maximum rated output of amplifier, you should be ok. If you will be installing the amplifier in an enclosure, air circulation is recommended.
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- Kurtis W on May 19, 2017
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Is this AMP UL rated, and what is the country of manufacturing?
A shopper
on Dec 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: These amps do not have UL. They are manufactured in China.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: These amps do not have UL. They are manufactured in China.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 18, 2018
There is not a UL rating on the amp. I believe that these are manufactured in China. I installed 2 of these for a paging and background music solution. They have been working great. The volume is turned up higher on the amp in the warehouse area than the amp in the showroom, so the fan will intermittently turn on for the amp that has the volume up higher. Not that big of a deal. They have been installed for about 3 months and everything is working great.
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- Kent on Dec 18, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2018
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Can you connect a subwoofer to this? I don't see a sub line out in the back. If it's possible, then how?
A shopper
on Feb 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you can. Looking at the back the far right RCA are MIX OUT. This is a line level full range output. If your powered sub has a built in crossover, most do, then you are good to go.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you can. Looking at the back the far right RCA are MIX OUT. This is a line level full range output. If your powered sub has a built in crossover, most do, then you are good to go.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 5, 2019
This is a full range amp. No subwoofer output or xover. You can use a powered subwoofer and split input signal at source.
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- Jay A on Feb 5, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 1, 2018
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We have an HP computer headphone jack and want to know which input to use? Tried the mic input and the Aux 1 input but did not work. Thanks!
David H
on Apr 20, 2022
BEST ANSWER: First, confirm that the headphone output on the computer is working by plugging in headphones first. Plus you need to use a TRS to fanout cable and connect only the Left or Right conductor plus the shield of the computer cable to the aux/line input and ground on the mixer/amp. Then turn up both the master and the aux/line input.
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- Mike S on Apr 20, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 1, 2022
BEST ANSWER: First, confirm that the headphone output on the computer is working by plugging in headphones first. Plus you need to use a TRS to fanout cable and connect only the Left or Right conductor plus the shield of the computer cable to the aux/line input and ground on the mixer/amp. Then turn up both the master and the aux/line input.
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- Mike S on Apr 20, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 1, 2022
You would need to use the L&R Audio RCA type to Stereo Headset plug for the PC, the Mic 1 input is balanced so it wouldn’t pass the audio
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- Richard M on Apr 20, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 14, 2022
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Does this have Bluetooth?
A shopper
on Nov 11, 2023
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I have a 2000 sq ft office and I am looking for a system to run background music. It has 6 rooms and I would like 6 in ceiling speakers. How do recommend I build a music system for this need?
Jimmy A
on Feb 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Our Commercial Audio 120W 5ch Mixer/amp is a great choice for this exact scenario. You can easily connect 6 of our Commercial Audio 70V Ceiling speakers in parallel to the 70V output. Use 14888 4" speakers for size limitation or 14887 6.5" speakers if you want better bass response. Connect your music source to the RCA's on the back and enjoy the music. You can plug our 14891 paging mic to the front mic input if you need to make announcements and the music will automatically attenuate until you are finished.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Our Commercial Audio 120W 5ch Mixer/amp is a great choice for this exact scenario. You can easily connect 6 of our Commercial Audio 70V Ceiling speakers in parallel to the 70V output. Use 14888 4" speakers for size limitation or 14887 6.5" speakers if you want better bass response. Connect your music source to the RCA's on the back and enjoy the music. You can plug our 14891 paging mic to the front mic input if you need to make announcements and the music will automatically attenuate until you are finished.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 2, 2017
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What is the warranty of this unit? I can not seem to find it on the website or in the user's manual when downloaded.
Michael S
on May 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in our Commercial Audio products. This is an over site that will be corrected. All Monoprice components have a 1-year warranty.
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- Dave L Staff on Jun 16, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in our Commercial Audio products. This is an over site that will be corrected. All Monoprice components have a 1-year warranty.
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- Dave L Staff on Jun 16, 2017
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My audio sources has 200mv balanced output. Will it overload the XLR inputs?
Connie T
on Aug 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: A millivolt is a thousanth of a volt, so 200mv is 0.2v. I wouldn't plug an audio source into the microphone xlr inputs. Use the auxiliary that is on the system. I believe there are 2 or 3 inputs that are labeled for aux.
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- Richard W on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: A millivolt is a thousanth of a volt, so 200mv is 0.2v. I wouldn't plug an audio source into the microphone xlr inputs. Use the auxiliary that is on the system. I believe there are 2 or 3 inputs that are labeled for aux.
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- Richard W on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 14, 2017
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I'm looking for 6 speakers and a mixer for a new retail store. I'm debating between these speakers and product 24213. Will these be easier to install? Also would product 18800 be fine to use with these speakers as a mixer or should I go to 14886? Total square footage of the space is about 1800. This will just be for some basic background music while customers are shopping. Thanks.
Keith S
on Sep 11, 2017
Monoprice Commercial Audio 120W 5ch 100/70V Mixer Amp with Microphone Priority (NO LOGO)
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BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Since you would likely never need the speakers to output more than 10W of power either one of the speakers you had posted would be fine for the application you described and would be installed in almost the exact same manner.
As for the mixer which one you choose would be determined by how many speakers you plan on using.
If you need 5 or less speakers #18800 would be a good choice any more then that and I would opt for #14886.
Since you would likely never need the speakers to output more than 10W of power either one of the speakers you had posted would be fine for the application you described and would be installed in almost the exact same manner.
As for the mixer which one you choose would be determined by how many speakers you plan on using.
If you need 5 or less speakers #18800 would be a good choice any more then that and I would opt for #14886.
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- Tyler C Staff on Mar 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Since you would likely never need the speakers to output more than 10W of power either one of the speakers you had posted would be fine for the application you described and would be installed in almost the exact same manner.
As for the mixer which one you choose would be determined by how many speakers you plan on using.
If you need 5 or less speakers #18800 would be a good choice any more then that and I would opt for #14886.
Since you would likely never need the speakers to output more than 10W of power either one of the speakers you had posted would be fine for the application you described and would be installed in almost the exact same manner.
As for the mixer which one you choose would be determined by how many speakers you plan on using.
If you need 5 or less speakers #18800 would be a good choice any more then that and I would opt for #14886.
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- Tyler C Staff on Mar 15, 2019
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Our power supply voltage is rated 220v - 240v, can the amplifier work with that voltage? Or it’s strictly 110v? What are the alternatives?
New User U
on Jan 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately this would not work with 220V power sources and we would not carry a version of this amplifier that would.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
Unfortunately this would not work with 220V power sources and we would not carry a version of this amplifier that would.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately this would not work with 220V power sources and we would not carry a version of this amplifier that would.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
Unfortunately this would not work with 220V power sources and we would not carry a version of this amplifier that would.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 28, 2020
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I'm looking to use the 100V and 70V output option simultaneously, connecting to a 6-channel speaker selector with one and a 4-channel speaker selector with the other. Is this configuration possible?
New User U
on Apr 9, 2020
Monoprice Commercial Audio 120W 5ch 100/70V Mixer Amp with Microphone Priority (NO LOGO)
Monoprice Dual Source 4-Channel A/B Speaker Selector w/ Volume Control
Monoprice SSVC-6.1 Single Input 6-Channel Speaker Selector with Volume Control
BEST ANSWER: These speaker selectors you have linked to are not for 100/70v systems. What you want is something like https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=38165
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- Kevin W on Dec 7, 2022
BEST ANSWER: These speaker selectors you have linked to are not for 100/70v systems. What you want is something like https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=38165
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- Kevin W on Dec 7, 2022
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I want to run two Sonance MAG06V3 outdoor speakers and a Sonance 8 inch outdoor sub. I already use a Sonos Connect S2.
Would this Amp satisfy my needs to power this trio of speakers?
Would this Amp satisfy my needs to power this trio of speakers?
Timothy E
on Jun 6, 2022
BEST ANSWER: No. This is a very low wattage amp.
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- Joe C on Jun 20, 2022
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2021
BEST ANSWER: No. This is a very low wattage amp.
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- Joe C on Jun 20, 2022
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I am running a 70v system from this 120w Amp, why would the fan constantly run?
Michael E
on Jan 11, 2024
BEST ANSWER: The fan is activated by a thermal heat limiter. Anytime the amp begins to get too hot, the thermal limiter senses the heat and turns on the fan. If the fan runs constantly, I would check for obstructions around the amp that could be restricting airflow. Also worth summing the total wattage requirements to make sure this amp is not underpowered
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- New User U on Jan 11, 2024
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The fan is activated by a thermal heat limiter. Anytime the amp begins to get too hot, the thermal limiter senses the heat and turns on the fan. If the fan runs constantly, I would check for obstructions around the amp that could be restricting airflow. Also worth summing the total wattage requirements to make sure this amp is not underpowered
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- New User U on Jan 11, 2024
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2021
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Forgive the rudimentary question... Is it possible to connect a speaker-level output to the Priority MIC 1 input on this unit? I have a client that has several audio sources but the one that they want to be priority is a speaker level output (not a microphone). If I can't do it directly, is there signal modifier I can use? Thanks all!
Sergio O
on Jun 5, 2018
Can the common output terminal be grounded? I am planning on installing a 70 volt system with the wires running in conduit. At each speaker connection I am planning on using an RCA female connector that I mounted on the bottom of a weatherproof box, so the black wire (common) will be grounded to the box at the connections.
New User U
on Dec 30, 2019
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Rated 4 out of 5
good amplifier
Used this amplifier to replace an old one that failed of a different brand. Worked as expected.
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Great product
I have been using the device for few weeks now and it works great. I highly recommend it!
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Excellent amp..I use these all the time
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Disappointed
We are using this for an overhead paging application, replacing an older 35 watt PA amplifier, and the sound it produces through the 70V system is very distorted and not useable. We had to replace the old, 35 watt amplifier to get any useable performance at all.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Perfect
You can?t go wrong for the price. Solid build and everything you need. I?ve paired these with Monoprice and other speakers with great sound. I use them for simple conference rooms for mic and tv input. Sound is full and clean.
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Rated 5 out of 5
solid feel and operations
So far I'm very happy with this unit. Using the 70V output to power a large PA horn, and it is LOUD!
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Still its on the way
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Rated 4 out of 5
Inexpensive Solution
This unit is now installed and performing well. The group who was refurbishing their space didn't want to spring for my first solution, so I researched this, and it turns out to be just what they need.
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Excellent Amplifier
I have installed many of the 120W model and 1 of the 240W model. They make excellent amps for constant-voltage wide-area sound reinforcement. They do well with background music and voice. I recommend these amplifiers, especially at this price! They are comparable in price to another supplier, but Monoprice has excellent customer service!
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