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Hifonics Brutus BRX160.2

320W RMS 2-Channel Brutus Series Class AB Stereo/Bridgeable Power Amplifier

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• 80W x 2 Chan. @ 4 ohms
• 160W x 2 Chan. @ 2 ohms
• 320W x 1 Chan. @ 4 ohms
• 3-Way System Protection
• 2/1 Channel Operation
• 8 Gauge Power and Ground Inputs
• Ultra-Fi MOSFETS Circuit for Smooth Sound Quality

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Product Highlights


• 80W x 2 Chan. @ 4 ohms
• 160W x 2 Chan. @ 2 ohms
• 320W x 1 Chan. @ 4 ohms
• 3-Way System Protection
• 2/1 Channel Operation
• 8 Gauge Power and Ground Inputs
• Ultra-Fi MOSFETS Circuit for Smooth Sound Quality

Description


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Brutus BRX Amps: Brutal to Competition

Hifonics Brutus Crossovers

Accu-Cross Crossovers for Sound Shaping

The Gods have struck again from Mt. Olympus. The famous Brutus amplifier has gone through a redesign and now features a new look along with amazing sound. The design for the new Brutus BRX amplifiers has a blue illuminated underglow that gives the amplifier a floating appearance when properly mounted.

The molded and angled illuminated terminals add to the stylish design and also provide stress-free installation access. Accu-Cross crossovers allow for adjustments and sound shaping. The Ultra-Fi MOSFET power supplies ensure the amplifier can maximize its sound capabilities. The new Brutus BRX amplifiers take it to the next level, and are certainly a brutal amplifier.



Hifonics Brutus Terminals

Molded and Angled Illuminated Terminals

The full-range multi-channel Brutus BRX amplifiers all feature Super A/B Class technology. This complex circuitry was initially developed purely for the flagship Mt. Olympus amplifiers – however this superior technology was passed on to the Brutus line as well. This efficient circuitry allows for maximum sound quality while also ensuring maximum efficiency.

Initially Brutus amplifiers were only monoblock amplifiers by Hifonics, however for 2013 they decided this amplifier series was too good to pass up, and added two-channel and four-channel alternatives to their purely subwoofer filled lineup. These new stylish multi-channel amplifiers were welcomed with open arms by the car audio industry, and have performed extremely well on the market since being released.


General Features:

  • Brutus Series 2-Channel Super AB Class 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.
  • Ultra-Fi MOSFETS Circuit maximizing power efficiency while improving sound quality
  • LED power (green) and protect (red) indicators
  • Variable Bass Boost (0 to +12 dB bass boost)
  • Built-in system diagnostics
  • 2/1 Channel operation
  • Preamp RCA outputs to daisy chain multiple amps
  • 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection)
  • Heavy duty aluminum alloy heat-sink with illuminated Hifonics logo
  • Lighted connectors and blue wash of light from the underside of the heatsink
  • Input sensitivity:
    • Level: 200mV-6V
  • Variable high-pass filter (60-1300 Hz)
  • Variable low-pass filter (30-250 Hz)
  • Frequency response: 10-45,000 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.
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Dimensions: 13-3/16"L x 10-5/16"W x 2-1/2"H
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Specifications & Details


Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms
80 watts x 2 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms
160 watts x 2 channel
Bridged RMS Power
320 watts x 1 channel
Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
Peak Power @ 4 ohms
80 watts x 2 channel
Peak Power @ 2 ohms
160 watts x 2 channel
Bridged Peak/Max Power
320 watts x 1 channel
Amplifier Specifications
Series
Brutus Series
Amplifier Class
A/B
Number of Channels
2-Channel
Total RMS Power Output
320 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size
4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged
2 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged
4 ohms
Speaker Level Inputs
Yes
Preamp Outputs
1 pair
Built-in Crossover
Low-Pass (LP)
High-Pass (HP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency
60 - 1300 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency
30 - 250 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
90 dB
Channel Separation
80 dB
Bass Boost
0 - 12 dB
Remote bass/level controller
No
Fuse Rating
20A x 2 
Strappable
No
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

BRX160.2

Weight:

7.50lbs

Internal SKU:

brx1602

Internal Product ID:

67927

Product and How-to Videos


  • Hifonics Brutus BRX Car Amplifier | Maxxsonics @ CES 2013
  • Hifonics Brutus BRX Car Amplifiers (Mono, 4, & 5 Channel Amps)
  • How To Install an Amplifier: Car Amplifier Basics Part 2

Customer Ratings & Reviews



5 star
86%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
4.6
Value
4.9
Features
4.9
Design
4.9
Usability
4.9

Customer Reviews

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Great high quality 2 channel amp

I bought this amp to power all my speakers in my car. I got Polk 6.5 components in the front and Polk 6x9 in the rear. With this amp powering each side at 2 ohms it sounds incredible. This is a great cheap amp to add in to power your speakers instead of the head unit. Hifonics makes fantastic products that are accurately rated and high fidelity. I would definitely recommend this amp.

By Shelso on January 19, 2014

65

found this helpful.

Update

Warning: can get hot at high volumes but still goes strong.

By dkeproductions on May 1, 2014

60

found this helpful.

Great budget amp

This is a great amp for the price. I have owned several different brands of amps and this one performs just as well as the other higher priced ones. I didn't give it five stars in all categories because I haven't owned it long enough to accurately gauge the durability (owned for about two months), but so far it has done very well on my 6"x9"s.

By Car music guy on July 31, 2014

57

found this helpful.

Not that bad of an amp

I use this to power a set of Rockford Fosgate Prime 6x9s. I have it set in High Pass mode and I cut the lows out and it is a perfect match for the 6x9s. It does get a little warm. I am going to buy another one to power a set of 6.5 and 3.5 Kickers utilizing the amps full potential.

By dkeproductions on March 21, 2014

50

found this helpful.

Love this amp

I use this amp to power a 12 inch pinoeer subwoofer rated at 300 rms at 4 Ohms. And this thing bumps. Its lights look amazing i wish tey were red but they look great. Tuning it was very easy. Came with mounting hardware. This amp sounds great however it does not have a bass knob or and output for one but i just use the knob on my head unit to turn it up with my stock head unit. I highly recommend this for a subwoofer since i have had no overheating issues what so ever. It is mounted on the side of my box and i have had it more than a month now.

By Nicholas on August 19, 2014

48

found this helpful.

Good Amp

Its been a good amp for the 4/5 months I have had it. It runs my 1 12 inch nicely and it look cool at night. The only problem I have had with it is that it overheated and shut off a couple times. I was bumping hard for an hour straight with my windows down in 90 degree weather, but it still happened twice. I am sure its just my unit, but it could happen to others, no harm done to it though.

By Cory on September 24, 2013

46

found this helpful.

Good for the Price

I'm using this amp on my 2 Cadence 6x9s rated at 150RMS x2 ran at 4 ohm per channel. So, I'm only running my 6x9s at half power, but this amp at 4 ohm pushing 80RMS to each 6x9 still does great for the highs and mids! I'm running at the lowest it's able and the amp gets a little warm after jamming for an hour, so I do wonder how it would do bridged at 4 ohm. But overall this thing is worth every penny and has an awesome appearance/glow!

By Jacob on October 14, 2013

44

found this helpful.

Hifonics

This product I bought is top of the line and I would recommend any one to buy this product or buy any product from them great stuff guys keep it up

By treks on May 7, 2015

40

found this helpful.

hifonics brx160.2

I really like this amp. Had it for a few months now and it powers my 2 RF loudspeakers like a pro. Plus it looks real cool when it lights up.

By Zander on May 7, 2015

39

found this helpful.

Good performance, GREAT price!

PROS: Direct 4awg power and ground inputs, 8awg speaker wire outputs, variable crossovers, RCA outputs, good sound quality, nice looking. This is my first Hifonics amp, so I can't speak to the longevity of it, but I've run it pretty hard - it runs cool and has not shut down.

CONS: Not many. A phase switch or variable phase adjustment would be nice. More/better labels on the gain and crossover adjustments would be nice. Would also be nice if all connections were on one side. Seriously though, at this price, who can complain?

By Charles on September 21, 2013

41

found this helpful.

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