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JL Audio M500/3

500W 3-Channel Class D M-Series Marine Amplifier

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  • 3-Channel Class D M-Series Marine Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating @ 14.4V:
    • 4 ohms: 75 watts x 2 chan. + 180 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 100 watts x 2 chan. + 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 8 ohms: 150 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohms: 200 watts x 1 chan.
  • RMS Power Rating @ 12.5V:
    • 4 ohms: 60 watts x 2 chan. + 180 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 90 watts x 2 chan. + 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 8 ohms: 120 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohms: 180 watts x 1 chan.
  • Unregulated MOSFET switching type power supply
  • NexD Class D Technology reduces distortion and delivers superior efficiency
  • JL Audio Wired bass remote level control is sold separately
  • Fully variable 12dB/octave filters with filter frequency selection controls
  • Two stereo pairs (RCA-Type Jacks)
  • 2-channel/Mono operation
  • Speaker-level (high-level) inputs
  • Pass-Through preamp RCA outputs to daisy chain multiple amps
  • Advanced Rollback Protection circuitry for advanced thermal and low-impedance protection
  • Differential inputs reduce unwanted noise
  • Speaker output connections accept up to 8 AWG wire
  • +12V and Ground connections accept up to 4 AWG wire
  • Nickel-plated RCA level inputs
  • Nickel-plated screw terminals
  • Variable High-Pass Filter (50-500 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • Variable Low-Pass Filter (50-500 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Main Channels): >104 dB
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Subwoofer Channel): >87 dB
  • Frequency Response (Main Channels): 12-22,000 Hz
  • Frequency Response (Subwoofer Channel): 7-500 Hz
  • Input Range: 100mV - 4V RMS
  • Damping Factor: >120 @ 4 ohm, >60 @ 2 ohm
  • THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): <1%
  • Dimensions: 10-1/4"L x 7-1/16"W x 2-1/16"H
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms 75 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms 100 watts x 2 channels
Bridged RMS Power 200 watts x 1 channels
Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms 180 watts x 1 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms 300 watts x 1 channels
Amplifier Specifications
Marine Certified Yes
Amplifier Class D
Number of Channels 3
Total RMS Power Output 500 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size 4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged 2 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged 4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power <1%
Speaker Level Inputs Yes
Preamp Outputs 1 pair
Built-in Crossover Low-pass (LP)
High-pass (HP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency 50 - 500 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency 50 - 500 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio >104 dB
Channel Separation Not specified by manufacturer
Bass/Gain Remote Yes
Fan Cooled No
CEA-2006 Compliant No
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration 1 year
Labor Warranty Duration 1 year
Warranty Provider Sonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for JL Audio M500/3
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
October 13, 2012 Speakers
Review by
Bob from Davenport
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
One of the best on the market! I would definitely buy it again.
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August 20, 2012 Screw the Rest...
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Chris from Fort Worth, TX
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  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
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  • 5.0
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  • 5.0
It simply rocks out. The best there is. Clean highs, deep lows, no distortion.



Pros - Sound incredible. I have a 3 channel system with sub/speakers. I blow other people away that have more speakers.



Cons -- A little pricey, but hey...you get what you pay for.



Just buy them, you won't regret it!
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: JL Audio
Model number: M500/3
UPC: 699440982771
Weight: 5.24 lbs
Internal SKU: m5003
Internal product ID: 39849