Behringer A500 Reference Amplifier

Description

Behringer A500 Reference Amplifier

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Behringer A500 Reference Amplifier is the perfect choice for professional recording studios and home, post-production suites, or anyone seeking audiophile-grade performance – without the audiophile-grade price tag. A high-quality 600-Watt ultra-linear power amplifier, the A500 gives amazing authentic audio reproduction – without the smallest hint of distortion or artificial coloration common to many competing products. Thanks to its inventive servo-controlled design, and the professional-level parts used throughout, the A500 possesses exceptional specs and unique sonic performance.

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A500 Really Delivers

World's professional audio engineers are satisfied by the A500 performance – and amazed by its affordability. Able of transferring 2 x 300 Watts (4 Ohms) or 1 x 600 Watts (8 Ohms bridged-mono), the A500 exhibits huge headroom for the ultimate in pristine audio reproduction. This A500’s high-level convection cooling technology assures firm, noise-free operation – while the servo-controlled design lets it strike virtually any passive speaker system.

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Metering and I/O

A well-defined level meter with input clip and channel protection LEDs is given for reliable performance monitoring. Input connections are given in the class of balanced XLR and ¼ inch TRS connectors, as well as unbalanced RCA sockets, guaranteeing you have loads of input options. Also, the speaker outputs provide you the option between ¼ inch TS connectors and professional touch-proof binding posts.

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Reliability

To assure years of worry-free operation, Behringer uses only Fairchild and Toshiba high-power transistors, identified by the industry for their rock-solid reliability. Additionally, an free thermal overload protection system with LED indicators for all channels, automatically guards both your speaker and amplifier system. Behringer uses tough, high-current toroidal transformers for complete dependability and the lowest potential noise interference.

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Excellent Sound Quality

You deserve the very best when it comes to your studio power amplification. Experience 600 Watts of love at first sound. 

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Product Features:

• Linear power amplifier for post-production, recording studios, HiFi application, and live sound.
• 2 x 300 Watts into 4 Ohms, 600 Watts into 8 Ohms in bridged mono operation.
• Servo-controlled configuration can drive virtually any passive speaker such as studio monitors, etc.
• Advanced convection-cooling for completely stable operation (no fan) and noise-free.
• Precise level meter and clip indicators for reliable performance monitoring.
• Input connections on balanced XLR, 1/4 inch TRS, and RCA connectors.
• Speaker outputs on high-quality touch-proof binding posts and 1/4 inch TS connectors.
• Extremly-reliable Fairchild or Toshiba power transistors.
• Independent thermal overload protection with LED indicator for all channels automatically protects speakers and amplifiers.
• High-current toroidal transformer for full reliability and lowest noise interference.

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Product details:

• Brand: Behringer
• Model: A500

Power Rating:

• Stereo @ 8 Ohms: 160 Watts
• Stereo @ 4 Ohms: 230 Watts
• Bridged Mono @ 8 Ohms: 500 Watts

Input Sensitivity: 1.3V (+4.5dBu, VRMS @ 4 Ohms)

Input Impedance:

• 10 kOhms, Unbalanced
• 10 kOhms, Balanced

Gain: 28 dB

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 25 kHz, +0/-1dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -100dB, unweighted, 20Hz - 20kHz

Input Connections:

• 2 x 3-pin XLR, Balanced
• 2 x 1/4 inch TRS Phone, Balanced
• 2 x RCA Phono, Unbalanced

Output Connectors:

• 2 x 1/4 inchTS Phone(Output 1,2)
• 1 x 1/4 inch TS Phone(Bridged Mono)
• 4 x Touch-Proof Binding Posts

Controls Front Panel: 

• 2 x Rotary Volume Controls
• 1 x Power Switch

Controls (Rear): 1 x Stereo/Bridge Mono Switch

Indicators:

• 1 x Yellow Protection LED
• 1 x Red Clip LED
• 1 x White Power on LED

Cooling: Convection-cooled

Power Consumption:

• 6.5A (120VAC, 60 Hz)
• 3.6A(230VAC, 50Hz)

Dimensions: 19 x 10.8 x 4 inch (482.6 x 257.5 x 101.6mm)

Weight: 18.5 lb (8.4 g)

 Manufacturer Warranty: 3 year

• Country of origin: China
• Manufacturer details: Behringer
• Packer details: Behringer
• Importer details: Behringer