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Lanzar MXA242

1600W Max, 2-Channel Max Series Amplifier (MXA-242)

4.2

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  • MAX Series 2-Channel Class AB Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 400 watts x 2 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 650 watts x 2 chan.
  • Max power output: 800 watts x 2 chan.
  • MOSFET power supply
  • Wired remote bass level control included
  • LED power and protection indicators
  • Tuned Bass EQ (0-18 dB bass boost)
  • Advanced Protection Circuitry
  • 2/1 channel operation
  • Speaker-level inputs
  • Anti-Thump Turn-On
  • Variable Phase Shift Control
  • Variable high-pass filter (80-2500 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Variable low-pass filter (35-400 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Frequency response: 15-35000 Hz
  • Dimensions: 10.47"L x 15"W x 2.46"H
  • 4-gauge power and ground leads recommended. Contact us for information regarding a discount on a select amplifier kit when purchased together.
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty
Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms400 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms650 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 1 ohmNot Stable
Bridged RMS PowerN/A
Peak Power Output1600 watts x 1 channel
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier ClassAB
Number of Channels2
Total Peak Power Output1600 watts
Total RMS Power Output1300 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged2 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power0.04%
Speaker Level InputsYes
Preamp OutputsNo
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-pass (HP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency80 - 2500 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency35 - 400 Hz
Subsonic FilterN/A
Signal-to-Noise Ratio90 dB
Channel Separation65 dB
Bass Boost0 - 18 dB
Bass/Gain RemoteYes
Fan CooledNo
Fuse Rating30A x 1 
CEA-2006 CompliantNo
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
Customer Review Summary for Lanzar MXA242
Average Customer Rating is 4.2 out of 5 stars:
4.2
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
4.1
Value
4.4
Features
4.2
Design
4.3
Usability
4.3
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November 5, 2009 Lanzar everyhting
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Jai from Teere Haute,IN.
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I like Lanzar,my complete setup is all Lanzar and have been for about 6 months now.I have never had a problem with them.2 amps 4 subs and im happy with them......
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May 21, 2009 Great Amp!
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Beauty from Idaho Falls, ID
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This amp has plenty of power, definitely rocks my subs! I would recommend buying it, it's not cheap junk.
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April 28, 2009 GREAT POWER
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J from SILVER CITY, NM
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THIS AMP DIDNT LOOK LIKE IT WOULD PACK A PUNCH BUT SUPRISINGLY IT ABOUT NOCKED ME OUT WITH THE BASS IT GAVE MY SUBS I DONT CARE IF PEOPLE SAY IT DIDNT PUSH THERE SUBS CAUSE THEY MUST NOT KNOW HOW TO HOOK UP AN AMP I HAD IT ON HALF ITS GAIN N IT FELT LIKE IT WAS RATTLING MY CAR 2 PIECES. BUT FOR THE POWER U GET FOR A LITTLE OVER A HUNDRED BUCKS IS THE BEST PART U CANT BEAT THAT EVEN WITH NAME BRAND AMPS SO GET ONE ULL PROLY WANT ANOTHER ONE.
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March 22, 2009 lanzar amp
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Eric from Columbia, MO
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I like the amp puts out plenty of power,,, Have it hooked up to two ten inch 1000 watt subs sounds great
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March 6, 2009 it was junk
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steve from norton, OH
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Well I bought this amp and I am getting my money back. I have two 12-inch subwoofers that handle 500 watts a piece and this amp couldn’t even push them. I have a 600 watt name brand amp hooked up now that sounds better.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Lanzar
Model number: MXA242
UPC: 068888878951
Weight: 14.00 lbs
Internal SKU: mxa242
Internal product ID: 10230

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