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MB Quart DSC 280

320W RMS, Class A/B 2-Channel Discus Series Amplifier (DSC280)

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  • Discus Series 2-Channel Class AB Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 80 watts x 2 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 160 watts x 2 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohms: 320 watts x 1 chan.
  • PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) MOSFET power supply
  • Remote bass level input (remote level control sold separately)
  • LED power and protection indicators
  • Tuned Bass EQ (0-9 dB bass boost at 45 Hz)
  • Bridgeable operation
  • 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 high-pass filter (10-1200 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Variable low-pass filter (30-150 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Frequency response: 10-20000 Hz
  • Dimensions: 10.24"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 ohms80 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms160 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 1 ohmN/A
Bridged RMS Power320 watts x 1 channel
Peak Power OutputNot Specified
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier ClassAB
Number of Channels2
Total Peak Power OutputN/A
Total RMS Power Output320 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged2 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power0.05%
Speaker Level InputsNo
Preamp Outputs1 pair
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-pass (HP)
Full (AP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency10 - 1200 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency30 - 150 Hz
Subsonic FilterN/A
Signal-to-Noise Ratio93 dB
Channel Separation80 dB
Bass Boost0 - 9 dB
Bass/Gain RemoteNo
Fan CooledNo
Fuse Rating20A x 2 
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
Customer Review Summary for MB Quart DSC 280
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May 21, 2010 Good amp for the price
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Joseph from Lakeland, FL
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This amp was a good one for the price.It was strong and reliable and put out close to, if not more, than what it was rated at. Crossovers on it are pretty broad and strong as well, so that's another plus.I would/will buy again.
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April 27, 2010 Poor performance
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I would certainly not recommend this product to anyone because it's seems to be very weak the (4) channel version seems to be a better buy.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: MB Quart
Model number: DSC-280
Weight: 8.00 lbs
Internal SKU: dsc280
Internal product ID: 13495

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I must say i am extremely impressed. i wasnt sure how the system would sound and how hard it would hit but its crazy i cant turn my radio all the way up

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