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JL Audio M500/3

500W 3-Channel Class D M-Series Marine Amplifier

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• 3-Channel Class D M-Series Marine Amplifier
• NexD Class D Technology
• Advanced Rollback Protection Circuitry • Differential Inputs • Unregulated MOSFET Power Supply

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Product Highlights


• 3-Channel Class D M-Series Marine Amplifier
• NexD Class D Technology
• Advanced Rollback Protection Circuitry • Differential Inputs • Unregulated MOSFET Power Supply

Description


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JL Audio M500/3 - M Series 3-Channel Class D Full-Range Amplifier

This potent 3-Channel amplifier employs JL Audio's high-speed NexD™ switching design to achieve unprecedented efficiency and amazing power output in an ultra-compact chassis. Don't let the small size fool you, though... this amplifier is capable of serious power, delivering a full 600W of continuous total power into a 2 ohm load (14.4V, 1% THD). Targeted specifically for an audiophile-grade system, the M500/3 includes a variable mode low-pass/high-pass filter with a continuously variable cutoff frequency selection from 50-500 Hz. With the M500/3, you have lots of great options. Use it as a three-channel satellite amplifier with 75 W x 2 + 180 W x 1 @ 4 ohm , or bridge 2 of its channels to create a staggered power two-channel amplifier with 75 W x 2 + 200 W x 1@ 4 ohm.

With the addition of an HD-RLC remote level control (sold separately), you can control the volume of one, two or all three channel pairs of the M600/6v2 from the front of the vehicle or boat. This amplifier features white and gray powder-coat finishes, a gasketed cover for the controls and stainless steel hardware for durability in the marine environment.

Advanced Rollback Protection

JL Audio's signature Advanced Thermal Rollback protection system eliminates annoying thermal shutdown events to keep the music playing, even under the most demanding conditions. Should the amplifier reach an unsafe operating temperature, a special circuit rolls back peak power output, without changing gain, until the amplifier cools down to a safe operating temperature. The red "Thermal" LED will light to indicate this condition has been reached. Once the amplifier cools down, the circuit restores full peak power output and the red "Thermal" indicator reverts to its normal state. The operation of Advanced Rollback Protection is inaudible in most cases.


NexD™ Switching Technology

From the same minds that gave us the technology found in the 'Slash' amplifiers, JL Audio has taken the simple fixed PWM design approach and enhanced it with a very high switching frequency. Full-range NexD™ amplifiers and channels feature a variable, ultra-high speed version of the NexD™ technology (switching at well over 400 kHz). In these designs, a self-oscillating modulator with "feed-forward" sends information about the instantaneous power supply voltage to the modulator, combining this with the input signal to cancel out any distortion due to supply voltage fluctuation. This reduces distortion prior to applying feedback, simplifying the overall feedback loop design.


Product Features

  • 3-Channel Class D M-Series Marine Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating @ 14.4V:
    • 4 ohm: 75 watts x 2 chan. + 180 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohm: 100 watts x 2 chan. + 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 8 ohm: 150 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohm: 200 watts x 1 chan.
  • RMS Power Rating @ 12.5V:
    • 4 ohm: 60 watts x 2 chan. + 180 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohm: 90 watts x 2 chan. + 300 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 8 ohm: 120 watts x 1 chan.
    • Bridged, 4 ohm: 180 watts x 1 chan.
  • Unregulated MOSFET switching type power supply
  • NexD Class D Technology reduces distortion and delivers superior efficiency
  • Remote bass level input (JL Audio HD-RLC required and sold separately)
  • Fully variable 12dB/octave filters with filter frequency selection controls
  • Two stereo pairs (RCA-Type Jacks)
  • 2-channel/Mono operation
  • Pass-Through preamp RCA outputs to daisy chain multiple amps
  • Advanced Rollback Protection circuitry for advanced thermal and low-impedance protection
  • Differential inputs reduce unwanted noise
  • Speaker output connections accept up to 8 AWG wire
  • +12V and Ground connections accept up to 4 AWG wire
  • Nickel-plated RCA level inputs
  • Frequency Response (Main Channels): 12-22,000 Hz
  • Frequency Response (Subwoofer Channel): 7-500 Hz
  • Nickel-plated screw terminals
  • Variable High-Pass Filter (50-500 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • Variable Low-Pass Filter (50-500 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Main Channels): >104 dB
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Subwoofer Channel): >87 dB
  • Input Range: 100mV - 4V RMS
  • Damping Factor: >120 @ 4 ohm, >60 @ 2 ohm
  • THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): <1%
  • Dimensions: 10-1/4"L x 7-1/16"W x 2-1/16"H
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty


JL Audio M500/3 owner’s manual



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Specifications & Details


Power Specifications - Full Range Channels
RMS Power @ 4 ohms
75 watts x 2 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms
100 watts x 2 channel
Bridged RMS Power
200 watts x 1 channel
Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms
180 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms
300 watts x 1 channel
Amplifier Specifications
Series
M Series
Amplifier Class
D
Number of Channels
3-Channel
Total RMS Power Output
500 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size
4 AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged
2 ohm
Minimum Impedance Bridged
4 ohms
THD at Rated RMS Power
<1%
Speaker Level Inputs
Yes
Preamp Outputs
1 pair
Built-in Crossover
Low-Pass (LP)
High-Pass (HP)
High-Pass Crossover Frequency
50 - 500 Hz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency
50 - 500 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
>104 dB
Channel Separation
Not specified by manufacturer
Remote bass/level controller
Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Total Fuse Rating
50A
What is in the box?
Paperwork
User manual
WITB: Amplifiers
Amplifier
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

M500/3

Weight:

5.50lbs

Internal SKU:

m5003

Internal Product ID:

39849

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Screw the Rest...

It simply rocks out. The best there is. Clean highs, deep lows, no distortion.

Pros - Sound incredible. I have a 3 channel system with sub/speakers. I blow other people away that have more speakers.

Cons -- A little pricey, but hey...you get what you pay for.

Just buy them, you won't regret it!

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