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Alpine MRP-M500

500W RMS Class D Monoblock Amplifier

4.8

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Product Features:

  • V-Power Series Class D Monoblock Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 500 watts x 1 chan.
  • Max power output: 1000 watts x 1 chan. approx.
  • Pulse width modulated (PWM) MOSFET Power supply
  • Blue LED power indicators
  • Tuned Bass EQ (0-12 dB bass boost at 50 Hz)
  • STAR Board circuitry (minimizes internal noise and prevents ground interference)
  • Continuously adjustable gain control
  • Speaker level inputs and flush mount controls make installation a breeze
  • Dual sided glass epoxy PC Board
  • Thermal management control
  • Heat sinks along with the thermal processor monitor the amplifiers temperature
  • Gold-plated RCA level inputs
  • Gold-plated screw terminals
  • Adjustable low-pass filter (50-200Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Subsonic Filter (24 dB at 15 Hz)
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Frequency response: 20-200 Hz
  • 8-gauge power and ground wiring is required for installation. Contact us for information regarding a discount on select amplifier kits when purchased together with this amplifier.
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Alpine products are warranted solely by Sonic Electronix, Inc. under the same period and terms as the original Alpine warranty. Sonic Electronix is not an Authorized Alpine Dealer and Alpine requires all merchandise purchased by Sonic Electronix customers to be returned solely to Sonic Electronix. Alpine products are also covered by our Standard Return Policy for returns on exchanges or refunds within 30 days from the date of purchase.

Product History:
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Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms300 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms500 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 1 ohmNot Stable
Peak Power Output1000 watts x 1 channel
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier ClassD
Number of Channels1 - Mono
Total Peak Power OutputN/A
Total RMS Power Output500 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size8 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged2 ohms
Minimum Impedance BridgedN/A
THD at Rated RMS Power1%
Speaker Level InputsYes
Preamp OutputsNo
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-Pass Crossover FrequencyN/A
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency50 - 200 Hz
Subsonic Filter15 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio100 dB
Channel SeparationN/A
Bass Boost0 - 12 dB
Bass/Gain RemoteNo
Fan CooledNo
Fuse RatingN/A
CEA-2006 CompliantYes
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderSonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for Alpine MRP-M500
Average Customer Rating is 4.8 out of 5 stars:
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Design
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December 22, 2011 Great amp!!
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Robert from Glenwood, MD
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This is a very good, and powerful amp. It was easy to install and has good output. I would perfer a little more RMS power, but a very well designed product. Hits well with an Alpine Type-R. Very pleased with this product.
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August 30, 2011 Alpine quality!
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Trae from Summerdale, AL
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I used to own this amp and had it powering 2 Type E 12's in a sealed box and I have to say I was skeptic when I first bought it, but all that was gone after I hooked this bad boy up! I couldn't believe how great this thing performed even @ high volumes it never cut out and was only slightly warm to the touch even after a half hour of playing! For the money on a 500 RMS system and performance with durability all built in this tiny little package, you cant go wrong and you will not regret this purchase!

P.S. I sold this setup to my good friend about 5 Years ago and he's still bumping it and still sounds as good as it did the day I bought it! Amazing quality!!! A+++
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March 23, 2012 Bang for the buck!
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KG from Idaho
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This amp powers two JL 12 w1's quite nicely. I bought this amp because I was looking for a clean power for JL. This amp does it - and on a budget! I can jam hard and it never gets hot.

The single blue light on the front also looks bossy. This amp is the way to go.
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March 10, 2012 Well worth the price.
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R from Washington
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I'm not a huge mobile audio expert, but this amp seems to do the job for me. Plenty of power for my taste, when I do crank it up it really does not get that warm. My friends who are big mobile audio fans think this is a great amp, and one I should hang onto for a long time.
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March 2, 2012 mighty mouse!
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matt from wichita, ks
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I got a single 12" jl w1 and was looking for an amp that would push this sub to the limits. Was offered this amp in a trade and looked at reviews on it, everyone loves it so I got it. I hooked up this little amp and people were telling the truth, this amp is a serious little amp! My JL bangs with it! I call it mighty mouse!
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Alpine
Model number: MRP-M500
UPC: 793276300904
Weight: 11.00 lbs
Internal SKU: mrpm500
Internal product ID: 12018

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I worked with Andrew from tech support and he was very experienced and exceptionally knowledgeable about the systems and products. Andrew was not only pleasant but also patient as he was kind to answer all of my questions and helped me select the best amp for my installation.

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