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Pioneer GM-D8601

800W RMS Class D Monoblock GM Digital Series Amplifier

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SONIC has the best prices, and fast shipping. This was my second purchase. This time I got new Front & Rear speakers for my truck. I installed them the day they arrived and they sound great. No need to ever go anywhere else looking for equiptment.

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General Features:

  • GM Digital Series Monoblock Class D Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 500 watts x 1 chan.
    • 1 ohm: 800 watts x 1 chan.
  • Max power output: 1500 watts x 1 chan.
  • Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET power supply
  • Wired remote bass level control included
  • LED power (green) and protect (red) indicators
  • Variable Bass Boost (0 to +18 dB bass boost at 50 Hz)
  • Speaker-level (high-level) inputs with signal sensing for automatic turn-on
  • Preamp RCA outputs to daisy chain multiple amps
  • 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection)
  • Dual speaker terminals simplify the hookup of multiple speakers
  • High-density split-dome convection heat-sink for extreme heat dissipation
  • Nickel-plated RCA level inputs
  • Nickel-plated screw terminals
  • Input sensitivity:
    • Low level: 200mV-6.5V
    • High level: 0.8V-16V
  • Variable low-pass filter (40-240 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Frequency response: 10-240 Hz
  • 4 gauge power and ground wiring is required for installation. Contact us for information regarding a discount on select amplifier kits from our website when purchased together with this amplifier.
  • Dimensions: 10-7/16"W x 2-3/8"D x 7-7/8"H
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

Product History:

Pioneer GM-D8601 thumbnail
(newest, current model)
Pioneer GM-D7500M thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Pioneer GM-D8601)
Pioneer GM-D7400M thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Pioneer GM-D7500M)
Pioneer GM-7300M thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Pioneer GM-D7400M)
Pioneer GM-7200M thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Pioneer GM-7300M)
Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms 300 watts x 1 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms 500 watts x 1 channels
RMS Power @ 1 ohm 800 watts x 1 channels
Peak Power Output 1500 watts x 1 channels
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier Class D
Number of Channels 1 - Mono
Total Peak Power Output 1500 watts
Total RMS Power Output 800 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size 4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged 1 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged Not Bridgeable
THD at Rated RMS Power 1%
Speaker Level Inputs Yes
Preamp Outputs 1 pair
Built-in Crossover Low-pass (LP)
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency 10 - 240 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 100 dB
Bass Boost 0 - 18 dB
Bass/Gain Remote Yes
Fan Cooled No
Fuse Rating 40A x 2 
CEA-2006 Compliant Yes
Strappable 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 Pioneer GM-D8601
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
April 12, 2013 Great, handling two subs
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Taz from Peshawar, India
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 4.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 3.0
Design
  • 3.0
Usability
  • 5.0
Immediately after I bought this amp it has been there upto my expectations. right now I'm running two pioneer D4's and it completely handles them. the bass is insane if i turn the bass knob... loving it... no heating issues as well
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Pioneer
Model number: GM-D8601
UPC: 884938193085
Weight: 7.00 lbs
Internal SKU: gmd8601
Internal product ID: 63976