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JBL MS-A5001

500W, 1-Channel Monoblock Amplifier with Digital Input Mixer and Graphical Status Display

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  • MS Series Monoblock Class D Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 500 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 500 watts x 1 chan.
  • Max power output: 500 watts
  • Digital signal processing amplifier
  • Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET power supply
  • Wireless Remote bass level input (MS-WBC remote level control sold separately)
  • Built-in display shows tone and gain settings
  • Soft Start Turn-on
  • Mono channel operation
  • "Hi2" input setting provides factory system amps with output loads, eliminating "speaker disconnected" error messages
  • Speaker-level inputs with signal sensing for automatic turn-on
  • Preamp RCA outputs to daisy chain multiple amps
  • 3-Way System Protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection)
  • Digital input-mixer control eliminates the need for Y adapters
  • Heavy duty aluminum alloy heatsink for extreme heat dissipation
  • CD for system setup included
  • Gold-plated RCA level inputs
  • Gold-plated screw terminals
  • Input sensitivity:
    • Level: 100mV-15V
  • Variable low-pass filter (20-270 Hz, 6, 12, or 24 dB/octave)
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Frequency response: 20-270 Hz
  • Dimensions: 8-13/16"L x 7-1/4"W x 2-13/16"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.
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty
Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms500 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms500 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 1 ohmNot Stable
Peak Power OutputNot Specified
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 BridgedNot Bridgeable
THD at Rated RMS Power1%
Speaker Level InputsYes
Preamp Outputs1 pair
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-Pass Crossover FrequencyN/A
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency20 - 270 Hz
Subsonic FilterN/A
Signal-to-Noise Ratio80 dB
Channel SeparationN/A
Bass BoostN/A
Bass/Gain RemoteOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Fan CooledNo
Fuse Rating40A x 2 
CEA-2006 CompliantYes
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
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July 13, 2011 Simply Awesome
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Geege from Hibbing, MN
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When I saw this amp and read up on it I had to have it. It's a lot of bang for the buck. Setup is scary simple. The digital circuitry and class D design is clean and second to none. I have this paired with a JBL P1224 in a ported box and it is much louder than I expected. Very nice.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: JBL
Model number: MS-A5001
UPC: 050036931038
Weight: 8.00 lbs
Internal SKU: msa5001
Internal product ID: 29472

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