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JL Audio MX500/1

500W RMS Class-D Weatherproof Motorcycle / ATV / SSV / UTV Monoblock Amplifier

500W RMS Class-D Weatherproof Motorcycle / ATV / SSV / UTV Monoblock Amplifier

• 300 Watts RMS x 1 @ 4 ohms
• 400 Watts RMS x 1 @ 3 ohms
• 500 Watts RMS x 1 @ 2 ohms
• Total Peak Power: 1000 Watts
• CEA-2006 Compliant/Preamp Outputs/LPF
• Frequency Response: 20 - 12,000 Hz
• Dimensions: 9.33"W x 4.50"D x 1.77"H

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DESCRIPTION
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General Features:

  • JL Audio MX300/1 Weatherproof Amplifier
  • Class-D Monoblock Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohms: 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • 3 ohms: 400 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohms: 500 watts x 1 chan.
    • 1 ohm: ------------N/A------------
  • Total RMS power output: 500 watts
  • CEA-2006 Compliant Amplifier
  • Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET power supply
  • LED power (green) and protect (red) indicators
  • Soft start turn-on
  • IPX6 water resistant rating
  • Mono channel operation
  • Black powder coat finish
  • 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection)
  • Heavy duty aluminum alloy heat-sink for extreme heat dissipation
  • Input sensitivity:
    • Low level: 250mV - 4V
    • High level: 750mV - 15V
  • Frequency Response: 20 - 12,000 Hz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <1%
  • Signal to Noise Ration: >97 dB
  • Variable high-pass filter: 20 - 40 Hz, 12 dB/octave
  • Variable low-pass filter: 20 - 40 Hz, 12 dB/octave
  • Fuse Rating: 50 A x 1
  • 8 gauge power and ground wiring is recommended for installation. Contact us for information regarding a discount on select amplifier kits from our website when purchased together with this amplifier. Click Here for our contact information.
  • Dimensions: 9.33"W x 4.50"D x 1.77"H
  • Remote bass knob sold separately - M-RBC-1.
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty


Check out the MX500/1 Owner's Manual



FEATURES & SPECS
Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms
300 watts x 1 channels
RMS Power @ 2 ohms
500 watts x 1 channels
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier Series
MX (JL Audio)
Marine Certified
Yes
Amplifier Class
D
Number of Channels
1 - Mono
Total RMS Power Output
500 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size
8 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged
1 ohms
Minimum Impedance Bridged
Not Bridgeable
THD at Rated RMS Power
<1%
Speaker Level Inputs
No
Preamp Outputs
No
Built-in Crossover
Low-Pass (LP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency
20 - 40 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency
20 - 40 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
>70 dB
Bass Boost
0 - 12 dB
Bass/Gain Remote
Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Fan Cooled
Fuse Rating
50A x 1 
Total Fuse Rating
50
Strappable
No
CEA-2006 Compliant
Yes
Sonic Certified Amplifier
Not Tested
Amp Bluetooth Connectivity
No
Hi-Res Certified
No
Authorized Dealer
Authorized Dealer
Authorized Dealer
What is in the box?
WITB: Amplifiers
Amplifier
Mounting screws (4)
Paperwork
User manual
Specials with this Item
Deals
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer
REVIEWS
JL Audio MX500/1

JL Audio MX500/1

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5
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4.5
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Design
5
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Scott

March 2, 2017

Weatherproof

This is an excellent amp where moisture might be a problem. It's small size makes installation a breeze where space is limited.

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Kathy

September 11, 2016

Nice!

I bought this mono amp to hook up with my Alpine subwoofer. Works great together.

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ITEM DETAILS

Manufacturer:

JL Audio

Model Number:

MX500/1

Weight:

3.20lbs

Internal SKU:

mx5001

Internal Product ID:

108415

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