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Kenwood eXcelon KAC-X4R

1200W Max, 4-Channel Reference Series Amplifier

4.7

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  • eXcelon Series 4-Channel Class D Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 75 watts x 4 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 100 watts x 4 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohms: 200 watts x 2 chan.
  • Max power output: 300 watts x 4 chan.
  • LED voltage, current, temperature indicators
  • Parametric EQ adjustments: 5 bands, Q-Factor, and Gain
  • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)
  • 4/3/2 channel operation
  • Preamp RCA outputs
  • Speaker, short, thermal, and power protection circuitry
  • Dual transformer design
  • Quiet brush-less cooling fans
  • Gold-plated RCA level inputs and outputs
  • Gold-plated screw terminals
  • Variable high-pass filter (500-5000 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • Variable low-pass filter (30-250 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Subsonic Filter (24 dB at 15 Hz)
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Frequency response: 10-20000 Hz
  • Dimensions: 13-3/8"L x 8-7/8"W x 2-3/8"H
  • 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.
  • 2-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms75 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms100 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power @ 1 ohmNot Stable
Bridged RMS Power200 watts x 2 channels
Peak Power Output300 watts x 4 channels
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier ClassD
Number of Channels4
Total Peak Power Output1200 watts
Total RMS Power Output600 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size8 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged2 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power.08%
Speaker Level InputsNo
Preamp Outputs1 pair
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-pass (HP)
Full (AP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency500 - 5000 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency30 - 250 Hz
Subsonic FilterN/A
Signal-to-Noise Ratio78 dB
Channel SeparationN/A
Bass BoostN/A
Bass/Gain RemoteNo
Fan CooledYes
Fuse Rating20A x 3 
CEA-2006 CompliantYes
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration2 years
Labor Warranty Duration2 years
Warranty ProviderSonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for Kenwood eXcelon KAC-X4R
Average Customer Rating is 4.7 out of 5 stars:
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
4.3
Design
5.0
Usability
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March 23, 2009 One of the best buys of '08 Time Alignment EQ
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George from oxford, MA
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All you need and more. Makes rated power and has Time Alignment and EQ built in to boot!
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March 21, 2009 Big Power
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This a great amp with plenty of power for 2 sets of component speakers! My highs can be heard WAY down the street.
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March 11, 2009 Great value
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Maximum overload and no turning off.Excellent
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: KAC-X4R
UPC: 019048171498
Weight: 12.00 lbs
Internal SKU: kacx4r
Internal product ID: 12053

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