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JVC KS-AX201

500W Max AX2 Series Class AB Monoblock Amplifier

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• RMS Power: 150W x 1 @ 4 ohm, 250W x 1 @ 2 ohm
• Total Peak Power: 500W
• Variable low-pass filter: 50 - 200 Hz
• Speaker-level (high-level) inputs

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Product Highlights


• RMS Power: 150W x 1 @ 4 ohm, 250W x 1 @ 2 ohm
• Total Peak Power: 500W
• Variable low-pass filter: 50 - 200 Hz
• Speaker-level (high-level) inputs

Description


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JVC KS-AX201

The KS-AX201 is a 2-Ohm stable Mono amplifier with 500 Watts Max power output and is perfect for connecting a single or pair subwoofers. It features high and low level inputs for connection to a factory or aftermarket stereo plus a low pass filter for use with a connected subwoofer. The CEA-2006 Compliant 250w RMS @2ohms is perfect for a humble system that does not require loud booming bass. Instead, the KS-AX201 is for the system that simply needs to fill the lack of low end.

High Level and Low Level Inputs

The JVC KS-AX201 is set up to integrate into various applications. The Low Level RCA inputs allow for the amplifier to be installed in any traditional setup where the headunit provides RCA Preouts. In situations where there aren't any RCAs, like when integrating into an OEM Headunit, the amplifier has you covered, with its included High Level Inputs and Harness.

Small Footprint Means Big Use

At roughly 9.0" x 7.3" , the KS-AX201 can easily be hidden away in most vehicles where space comes at a premium. The amplifier fits under most seats, in trunk side cavities, under rear decks, and even in some kick-panels. The imagination is the only limitation to where an installer can hide the amplifier for a discreet install.


The Necessities

The KS-AX201 is intended to be as user friendly as possible. As such, the amplifier provides very easy to use settings, omitting the confusing knobs and switches of fancier amplifiers and leaving only the necessary. The LPF allows for the user to Filter out all harmful midrange and highs and the Input Sens. makes sure the amplifier matches the sensitivity of the headunit.



General Features:

  • AX2 Series Monoblock Class AB Car Amplifier
  • RMS Power Rating:
    • 4 ohm: 150 watts x 1 chan.
    • 2 ohm: 250 watts x 1 chan.
  • Max power output: 500 watts
  • CEA-2006 Compliant
  • Mono channel operation
  • Speaker-level (high-level) inputs
  • Power On Indicator (GREEN)/Protector Indicator (OFF)
  • 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection)
  • Input sensitivity: 200mV - 5V
  • Frequency Response: 20 - 200 Hz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08% @100 Hz
  • Signal to Noise Ration: 80 dB
  • Variable low-pass filter: 50 - 200 Hz
  • Selectable Bass Boost: Off / Low (+6dB) / High (+12dB) bass boost at 45 Hz
  • 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.
  • Fuse Rating: 30A x 1
  • Weight: 3.10 lbs
  • Dimensions: 7.31"W x 8.94"L x 2.00"H
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

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Specifications & Details


Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
RMS Power @ 4 ohms
150 watts x 1 channel
RMS Power @ 2 ohms
250 watts x 1 channel
Power Specifications - Subwoofer Channel
Peak Power @ 4 ohm
300 watts x 1 channel
Peak Power @ 2 ohms
500 watts x 1 channel
Amplifier Specifications
Series
AX2 Series
Amplifier Class
A/B
Number of Channels
1 - Mono
Total Peak Power Output
500 watts
Total RMS Power Output
250 watts
Maximum Input Gauge Size
Any Gauge with use of Spade Terminal AWG
Minimum Impedance Unbridged
2 ohm
Minimum Impedance Bridged
Not Bridgeable
THD at Rated RMS Power
0.08%
Speaker Level Inputs
Yes
Preamp Outputs
No
Built-in Crossover
Low-Pass (LP)
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency
50 - 200 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
80 dB
Bass Boost
Selectable Off - Low - High
Remote bass/level controller
No
Fuse Rating
30A x 1 
Strappable
No
Sonic Certified Amplifier
Not Tested
Amp Bluetooth Connectivity
No
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

JVC

Model Number:

KS-AX201

Weight:

3.80lbs

Internal SKU:

ksax201

Internal Product ID:

94576

Product and How-to Videos


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  • How To Install an Amplifier: Car Amplifier Basics Part 2

Customer Ratings & Reviews


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5 star
78%
4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
4.7
Value
4.7
Features
4.4
Design
4.6
Usability
4.8

Customer Reviews

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Decent Amplifier

Does a good job pushing the Rockford fosgate 10 that I also bought from ya'll

By Kelly on August 13, 2015

13 found this helpful


Excellent amp

Boutght this amp for $70 to replace a flaky kenwood for a subwoofer.using a kicker 6.75 inch truck box with passive radiator and it thumps. I didn’t know there were 8 inch Passover too or I would have got one of them instead . Anyway back to the amp, well worth the money spent. It rocks and I get nothing but compliments. Great for the price.

By Bobt on December 17, 2017

8 found this helpful


not impressed

have this amp on a kicker comprt674. i have adjusted it to no end and i still cant get a decent thump out of it. keep in mind this amp is replacing a 25 year old 165 watt kenwood amp which pounded that sub.

By redneck on November 18, 2017

13 found this helpful


Works as advertised!

I'm your typical girl that knows nothing about car audio, so I put my faith in my installer and the stuff I was reading on the website. This product intrigued me because it claimed that it would install in my car with factory stereo. It does exactly that and powers my little subwoofer well enough that my installer and I both agree that I won't need any further upgrades to get the sound I was looking for. Thanks Sonic! (..and Jim from Car Audio Installs =P)

By Jamie on October 13, 2015

9 found this helpful


Great value!

Not only is this amp small in size, it is plenty powerful enough to do what I want it to do. I have a single 12 inch sub in the back of my Grand Cherokee, and this cute little guy makes it thump! I may purchase another to put in my wife's car.

By Anonymous on July 26, 2018

8 found this helpful


JVC KS-AX201

Admittedly, i only picked this amplifier because it was cheap, had the power i needed and it looks like something that came from the Factory. I plan to resell my car so i didn't want something that had a skull with flashing eyes (dafuq?) . Anyway..I was presently surprised by the small footprint and the overall performance of this thing. At first glance it doesn't look like much, but the output is modestly solid. I think the power output might be a little udnerated to, as it pushes my 8" JL Audio harder than the previous amplifier i had.

By HQ on October 13, 2015

9 found this helpful


Good powering amp

Works great! Have it hooked up to my girlfriends dual 12" Walmart sub because the 2 channel 500 watt boss amp was always cutting out. Doesn't cut out on the sub anymore even though I was worried about the low power handle! Working great so far, only have had it installed for a few weeks though. All 5 stars just because I haven't had a problem with it YET.

By Bryan on November 22, 2015

8 found this helpful


a bit more power than claimed

I was trying to stay under 50bucks , but this amplifier had the specs I was looking for. What really sold me was the fuse rating of 30A x 1 . I figured this thing could probably do somewhere around 300-350watts with a good power supply. With my rinky dink bench test, I was able to get ~312 watts RMS @ 2ohms, using NVX OFC 8 gauge power wire. Awesome little amplifier. I kinda wish Sonic would dyno test all their amplifiers. *hint*

By Happy Customer on October 13, 2015

9 found this helpful


Awesome price

Compact but really packs the power for my 12 sub. Also got the recommended bass boost control ?nob.

By Anonymous on November 28, 2019

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