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Clarion APX280M

2-Channel Marine Amplifier

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The product on this page is discontinued, but there is a newer model available:
Newer Model: Clarion XN3210
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$159.95In Stock
  • 2-Channel Class AB Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 80 watts x 2 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 115 watts x 2 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohms: 230 watts x 1 chan.
  • Max power output: 160 watts x 2 chan.
  • Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET Power Supply
  • LED power indicators
  • 2/1 channel operation
  • Speaker-level inputs
  • Remote turn-on with "soft-start" muting to prevent turn-on "thump"
  • Conformally coated double sided glass epoxy circuit board that resist mold, mildew, and moisture damage
  • Adjustable input level controls with ground loop isolation to minimize noise and distortion
  • Fully painted non-corrosive heatsink
  • Heavy duty aluminum alloy heatsink
  • Gold-plated RCA level inputs
  • Gold-plated screw terminals
  • Variable high-pass filter (50-5500 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • Variable low-pass filter (50-5500 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Frequency response: 20-20000 Hz
  • Dimensions: 11-3/8"L x 8-3/4"W x 2-1/8"H
  • 10-gauge power and ground leads recommended. Contact us for information regarding a discount on a select amplifier kit when purchased together.
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Product History:
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(newest, current model)
Clarion APX290M thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Clarion XN3210)
Clarion APX280M thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Clarion APX290M)
Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms80 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms115 watts x 2 channels
RMS Power @ 1 ohmN/A
Bridged RMS Power230 watts x 1 channel
Peak Power Output160 watts x 2 channels
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier ClassAB
Number of Channels2
Total Peak Power Output320 watts
Total RMS Power Output230 watts
Minimum Impedance Unbridged2 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power.05%
Speaker Level InputsYes
Preamp OutputsNo
Built-in CrossoverLow-pass (LP)
High-pass (HP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency55 - 5500 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency55 - 5500 Hz
Subsonic FilterN/A
Signal-to-Noise Ratio100 dB
Channel SeparationN/A
Bass Boost0 - 15 dB
Bass/Gain RemoteNo
Fan CooledNo
Fuse Rating35A x 1 
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Clarion
Model number: APX280M
UPC: 729218012949
Weight: 7.00 lbs
Internal SKU: apx280m
Internal product ID: 9599

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