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Kenwood KAC-8105D

1000W Max, Class D Monoblock Performance Series Power Amplifier

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High powered subwoofer applications tend to generate plenty of heat to the amplifier powering them. Music can only be enjoyed when an amplifier is on, and when an amplifier reaches high temperatures it will usually shut off to protect from it damage. The Kenwood KAC-8105D has a built-in heatsink to protect from high temperatures so your system can play longer without having forced intermissions.

With an impressive output rating of 300 watts RMS x 1 Channel at 4 Ohms, and 500 watts RMS x 1 Channel at 2 Ohms, this amplifier is CEA-2006 compliant so all wattage specifications are true to industry standard. Combined with their total efficiency and high power output, the Kenwood KAC-8105D is the perfect option for any compatible subwoofer application!

  • 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.
  • MOSFET power supply
  • LED power indicator
  • Tuned Bass EQ (0-18 dB bass boost at 40 Hz)
  • Speaker-level inputs with signal sensing for automatic turn-on
  • Preamp RCA outputs
  • Short circuit, DC offset, overload, and thermal protection circuitry
  • Aluminum die cast heat sink
  • Speaker impedance: 2-8 ohm
  • Gold-plated RCA level inputs
  • Gold-plated screw terminals
  • Input sensitivity: 0.2-5 Volts
  • Variable low-pass filter (50-200 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
  • Subsonic filter (15/25 Hz)
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Frequency response: 10-200 Hz
  • Dimensions: 11"L x 2-5/16"H x 9-3/8"D
  • 4-gauge power and ground leads recommended. Contact us for information regarding a discount on a select amplifier kit when purchased together.
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix warranty
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 Output1000 watts
Total RMS Power Output500 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged2 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power0.8%
Speaker Level InputsYes
Preamp Outputs1 pair
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-Pass Crossover FrequencyN/A
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency50 - 200 Hz
Subsonic Filter15 - 25 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio80 dB
Channel SeparationN/A
Bass Boost0 - 18 dB
Bass/Gain RemoteNo
Fan CooledNo
Fuse Rating30A x 2 
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 Kenwood KAC-8105D
Average Customer Rating is 4.3 out of 5 stars:
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4.4
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4.5
Features
4.1
Design
4.5
Usability
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November 25, 2010 Bang for your Buck
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G from Weed, CA
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Amp pushes 500w RMS at 2 ohms which is perfect for my two MTX Terminator twelves that are rated 300w each so its giving them both a solid 250w. I've taken it on multiple 3 hour trips and has never overheated. For those of you bridging your amp and complaining about them overheating, you need to buy a monoblock. Bridging puts much more stress on the amp and you can get the same power output from a monoblock without putting additional streets on the unit. Sounds great for a low wattage system.
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January 6, 2012 Excellent
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Andy from Brampton, ON, Canada
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If your looking for good bass, but something thats not too crazy pounding loud; then this class D amp is the best.
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January 2, 2012 its a bird its a plane it kenwood
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freddie from kodak, TN
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Kenwood amp sounds great also when its paired up with their subs.
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August 17, 2011 Good for 2 months.....
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Connor from Stevenson Ranch, CA
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I bought this amp to push my 2 Kicker comp 12"
it worked awesome for a while, then one day the amp just didnt turn on, i re wired my whole system looking for answers, replaced all the fuses, yet nothing. Unless i get a replacement i wouldn't recommend this product.
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April 26, 2012 Small yet powerful!!!
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This item is compact and appealing to the eyes, yet packs a powerful punch and can be mounted anywhere. I have this item in my corvette, and do not regret buyin' it.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: KAC-8105D
Product manual: Download the Kenwood KAC-8105D Product Manual
UPC: 019048186454
Weight: 9.00 lbs
Internal SKU: kac8105d
Internal product ID: 22732

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