XLS 1000 vs XLS 1500
The XLS 1500's power @ 8ω is 300W against the XLS 1000's 215W, its signal-to-noise 103 dB against 97 dB, and its power @ 4ω 525W against 350W. Both share thd (0.500%).
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The Crown XLS-1000 is a 2-channel power amplifier featuring DriveCore Class-D circuitry for high efficiency and low noise. It delivers 215 watts RMS per channel at 8 ohms, 350 watts at 4 ohms, and 550 watts at 2 ohms, with bridged mono outputs of 700 watts at 8 ohms and 1100 watts at 4 ohms. It includes an integrated PureBand Crossover System with Linkwitz-Riley 24dB/octave filters, adjustable crossover frequency from 50 Hz to 3,000 Hz, and four crossover modes (crossover, low pass, high pass, and bridge). The amplifier has independent channel level controls, an LCD screen for menu navigation, and defeatable Peakx limiters for speaker protection. It features balanced XLR, 1/4", and RCA inputs, with binding post and Neutrik Speakon outputs. Cooling is managed by internal heat sinks, forced-air front-to-back ventilation, and an automatic rear fan. The unit weighs 8.6 lbs and fits in a 2-rack space enclosure. It comes with a 3-year warranty and is designed for portable PA systems and professional audio applications.
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The XLS 1500's power @ 8ω is 300W against the XLS 1000's 215W, its signal-to-noise 103 dB against 97 dB, and its power @ 4ω 525W against 350W. Both share thd (0.500%).
The RA500's power @ 8ω is 150W against the XLS 1000's 215W, its power @ 4ω 250W against 350W, and its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 97 dB. Both share thd (0.500%).
The Servo 550 Studio's power @ 8ω is 550W against the XLS 1000's 215W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 97 dB, its power @ 4ω 275W against 350W, and its thd 0.060% against 0.500%.
The CTs 4200's power @ 8ω is 190W against the XLS 1000's 215W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 97 dB, its power @ 4ω 215W against 350W, and its thd 0.050% against 0.500%.
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