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500W RMS, Class A/B Monoblock Discus Series Amplifier (DSC500.1)

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  • Discus Series Class AB MonoblockCar Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 150 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 250 watts x 1 chan.
    • 1 ohm: 500 watts x 1 chan.
  • PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) MOSFET power supply
  • Wired remote bass level control included
  • LED power and protection indicators
  • Tuned Bass EQ (0-9 dB bass boost at 45 Hz)
  • Soft start sound
  • Preamp RCA outputs
  • DC, short, thermal, and overload protection circuitry
  • Unbalanced RCA inputs
  • Damping Factor: >180
  • Variable input level control: 0.2V-0.6V
  • Variable low-pass filter (35-250 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Subsonic Filter (15-35 Hz)
  • Frequency response: 15-250 Hz
  • Dimensions: 15.75"L x 9.45"W x 2.7H
  • 4-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
Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms150 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms250 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 1 ohm500 watts x 1 channel
Bridged RMS PowerN/A
Peak Power OutputNot Specified
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier ClassAB
Number of Channels1 - Mono
Total Peak Power OutputN/A
Total RMS Power Output500 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged1 ohms
Minimum Impedance BridgedN/A
THD at Rated RMS Power0.10%
Speaker Level InputsNo
Preamp Outputs1 pair
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-Pass Crossover FrequencyN/A
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency35 - 250 Hz
Subsonic Filter15 - 35 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio95 dB
Channel SeparationN/A
Bass Boost0 - 9 dB
Bass/Gain RemoteYes
Fan CooledNo
Fuse Rating70A x 1 
CEA-2006 CompliantNo
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: MB Quart
Model number: DSC-500.1
UPC: 806576215509
Weight: 13.50 lbs
Internal SKU: dsc5001
Internal product ID: 13493

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