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500W Chaos Epic Series 2-Channel Power Amplifier with Line and Speaker Level Inputs

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Chaos Epic Series 2-Channel Power Amplifier • 300W RMS • 500W Max • MOSFET Power Supply • LED Power and Protect Indicators • Variable Input Gain Control • 2-Way System Protection Circuitry • Heavy Duty Black Anodized Aluminum Heatsink

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Chaos Epic Series 2-Channel Power Amplifier • 300W RMS • 500W Max • MOSFET Power Supply • LED Power and Protect Indicators • Variable Input Gain Control • 2-Way System Protection Circuitry • Heavy Duty Black Anodized Aluminum Heatsink

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Boss CE502 2-Channel Car Amplifier

Sonic Electronix is now carrying the new 2011 line of Boss Chaos Epic Series Amplifiers. These amps come in Monoblock, 2-Channel, and 4-Channel configurations as well as numerous different power ratings. Each one these Chaos Epic amplifiers feature Black anodized aluminum heatsink, soft turn on circuit, variable input gain control, 2-way protection circuitry, LED power & protect indicators, and much more.

The CE502 version has an RMS power rating of 125 watts x 2-channels wired at 4 ohms and a Max power rating of 250 watts x 2-channel wired at 2 ohms. It is equipped with nickel plated RCA level inputs & screw terminals and is powered by a MOSFET power supply. This amp also features High & Low pass filters, variable bass boost, and includes a remote subwoofer level control. The Chaos Epic Series amps have a wide variety of power and channel configurations for you to chose from.

Product Features
  • Chaos Epic Series 2-Channel Power Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohm: 125 watts x 2 chan.
  • Max Power Rating:
    • 2 ohm: 250 watts x 2 chan.
    • Bridged @ 4 ohm: 500 watts x 1 chan.
  • Max power output: 250 watts x 2 chan.
  • MOSFET PWM power supply
  • LED power and protect indicators
  • Variable Bass Boost (0-18 dB)
  • Soft Start Turn-on
  • 2-Channel operation
  • Tri mode capable
  • Remote turn on/off circuit
  • Variable input gain control
  • Speaker-level (high-level) inputs with signal sensing for automatic turn-on
  • 2-Way System Protection circuitry (thermal and speaker short protection)
  • Heavy duty black anodized aluminum heatsink for extreme heat dissipation
  • Nickel-plated RCA level inputs
  • Nickel-plated screw terminals
  • Variable Low-Pass Filter (35-160 Hz)
  • Fixed High-Pass Filter (200 Hz)
  • Frequency Response: 9-50,000 Hz
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 102 dB
  • Channel Separation: 90 dB
  • Damping Factor: 125+
  • THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): 0.01%
  • Dimensions: 7-7/8"D x 11-7/8"W x 2-3/4"H
  • 4-gauge power and ground wiring is required for installation. Contact us for information regarding a discount on select amplifier kits when purchased together with this amplifier.
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty

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Specifications & Details


Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms
125 watts x 2 channel
Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier Class
A/B
Number of Channels
2-Channel
Total Peak Power Output
500 watts
Total RMS Power Output
250 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size
4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged
2 ohm
Minimum Impedance Bridged
4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power
0.01%
Speaker Level Inputs
Yes
Preamp Outputs
No
Built-in Crossover
Low-Pass (LP)
High-Pass (HP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency
200
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency
35 - 160 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
102 dB
Channel Separation
90 dB
Bass Boost
0 - 18 dB
Remote bass/level controller
Yes
Fuse Rating
30A x 1 
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

CE502

Weight:

6.00lbs

Internal SKU:

ce502

Internal Product ID:

34501

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My 8's and 10's hit pretty hard with this amp, AWESOME! I was suprised!

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