Ashly ne8250.25pe 8-Channel Power Amplifier, Protea DSP and CNM-2 CobraNet Card
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Ashly ne8250.25pe 8-Channel Network Enabled Power Amplifier with Protea DSP and CNM-2 CobraNet Option Card

SKU: AS825025PEC MFR: NE8250.25PEC
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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio with this 8-channel Ashly power amplifier.
  • Optimize sound with Protea DSP, offering advanced, customizable audio control.
  • Harness network-enabled capabilities for seamless remote amplifier management.
  • Enjoy versatile connectivity with the integrated CNM-2 CobraNet option card.
  • Deliver consistent power output for professional installed audio speakers.
  • Ensure long-term reliability with Ashly's 5-year amplifier limited warranty.
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Ashly ne8250.25pe Specifications

Front Panel

Front Panel

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  • Controls

    Individual input attenuators, AC Power Switch

  • Cooling

    Temp dependent speed-controlled fan (Side-in, Front-out)

LED Indicators

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  • Unit Status

    Power: Switch: On, Off (Blue)
    Standby: Standby, flashing (Yellow)
    Protect: On, Off (Red)
    Disable: On, Off (Yellow)
    COM: On, for Ethernet data or Device ID (Green)

  • Each Channel

    Signal level: Clip (Red); -6dB (Yellow) and -18dB, -12dB (Green)
    Bridge: Per Channel Pair (Green)
    Temp: Per Channel (Yellow)
    Current: Per Channel: Proportional to output (Green)

Channels

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  • Channels

    8

Power

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  • Power Output

    8 Ohm: 150W
    4 Ohms: 250W
    (Continuous Average Power Output: Per Channel, Low Z Models, Stereo Mode, All Channels Driven)

    8 Ohm: 500W (Low Z Output: Bridge Mode, All Channels Driven)

  • Distributed

    25V (Per Channel): 250W

Line Current Draw

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  • Standby Mode

    290mA

  • Idle (no signal)

    565mA

  • Typical

    5A (1/8 Power Pink Noise)

  • Maximum

    11A (1/3 Power Pink Noise)

Thermal Dissipation

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  • Standby Mode

    63.8 BTU/hr (All Channels Driven)

  • Idle (no signal)

    187 BTU/hr (All Channels Driven)

  • Typical

    700 BTU/hr (1/8 power pink noise, All Channels Driven)

  • Maximum

    775 BTU/hr(1/3 power pink noise, All Channels Driven)

General

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  • Frequency Response

    20Hz-20kHz, (unweighted) +/-1dB

  • Input Impedance

    20k Ohms, Balanced

  • Voltage Gain

    26dB

  • Input Sensitivity

    4.2dBu

  • Maximum Input Level

    +21dBu

  • Software Controlled Internal HPF

    80Hz (12dB/oct), 400Hz (6dB oct), OFF (25V, 70V, 100V models)

  • Signal to Noise

    >107dB (20-20k, Unweighted)

  • Distortion (8 Ohm load)

    <0.5% (SMPTE, typical)
    <0.5% (THD-N, typical, 20Hz-20kHz)

  • Damping Factor

    >250 (8 Ohms, 1kHz)

  • Output Circuitry

    Class D

  • Amplifier/Load Protection

    Output Overcurrent, Main Supply Rail Overvoltage, Chassis Temperature, Inrush Limiting, Mains Fuse

Rear Panel

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  • Controls

    Ethernet, Channel bridge switch (Low-Z only), Remote Standby, Preset Recall (4), Remote Level (8), Remote Data

  • Connectors (each channel)

    Input: Euroblock
    Output: Euroblock

Power Requirement

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  • AC Mains

    120VAC or 240VAC +/-10% (factory set), 50-60Hz

  • Power Cable Connector

    15A Edison, 3-Prong IEC

Airflow

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  • Airflow

    IN through sides, OUT through front

Environmental

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  • Environmental

    40 to 120 degree F (4 to 49 degree C) noncondensing

Certificates

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  • Safety/Compliance

    TUV, CE, FCC, RoHS

DSP: Input Source Selection

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  • Input Source Selection Options

    Analog, Auto (Net, AES3, Analog)

DSP: Brick Wall Limiter

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  • Threshold

    -20dBu to +20dBu

  • Ratio

    infinity

  • Attack

    0.2ms/dB to 50 ms/dB

  • Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

DSP: Compressor

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  • Threshold

    -20dBu to +20dBu

  • Ratio

    1.2:1 to infinity

  • Attack

    0.2 to 50ms

  • Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Detector

    Peak/Average

  • Attenuation Bus

    2 available

  • Metering

    In, Out, Attenuation, Graphical

DSP: Autoleveler Controls

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  • Target Level

    -40dBu to +20dBu

  • Action

    Gentle, normal, aggressive, user-defined

  • Maximum Gain

    0dB to +22dB

  • Metering

    Input Level, Gain, Attenuation

  • Ratio

    1.2:1 to 10:1

  • Threshold Below Target

    -30dB to 0dB

  • Gain Increase/Decrease Rate

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Hold Time

    0-6 sec

DSP: Ducking

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  • Trigger Threshold

    -80dBu to +20 dBu

  • Ducking Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Ducking Depth

    0dB to -30dB, infinity

  • Enable Ducking at Matrix Mixer

    Yes

  • Metering

    Input

DSP: Gate

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  • Threshold

    -80dBu to +20dBu

  • Range

    off, 100dB to 0dB

  • Attack

    0.2ms/dB to 50 ms/dB

  • Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Metering

    Key Signal, Gate LED, Graphical

DSP: Advanced Gate Controls

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  • Key Engage Enable

    Yes

  • Key Frequency

    20Hz to 20kHz

  • Key Bandwidth

    0.016 to 3.995 Octave

DSP: Gain

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  • Gain (with/without VCA)

    -50dB to +12dB, off, polarity invert

  • Digital VCA Groups

    4 available

  • Remote RD8C Gain

    Enable per channel, 0dB to infinity

  • WR-5 (neWR-5) Remote Gain

    0 to -50dB, Mute

DSP: EQ (FIR Filter)

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  • File Type

    .csv, .fir (Output only, 48kHz only, 2-384 Taps)

DSP: EQ (31-Band)

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  • Filter Type

    Constant Q or Proportional

  • Bandwidth

    0.499oct to 0.25oct

DSP: EQ (Parametric 2,4,6, or 10 Band)

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  • Frequency

    20-20kHz

  • Level

    -30dB to +15dB

  • Q Value

    0.016 to 3.995 Octave

DSP: EQ (Hi/Low Shelf 6/12 dB/oct)

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  • Frequency

    20Hz-20kHz

  • Level

    -15dB to +15dB

DSP: EQ (All Pass)

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  • Frequency

    20Hz-20kHz

DSP: EQ (Variable Q HP/LP)

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  • Frequency

    20Hz-20kHz

  • Q Value

    3.047 to 0.267

DSP: EQ (Notch/Bandpass)

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  • Frequency

    20Hz-20kHz

  • Q Value

    92.436 to 0.267

DSP: Crossover (2 /3/4 Way Crossover)

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  • Bessel & Butterworth Filters

    12/18/24/48 dB/oct

  • Linkwitz-Riley Filter

    12/24/48 dB/oct

  • Frequency

    Off, 20Hz-20KHz

DSP: Delay (@ 48kHz Sampling Rate)

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  • Speaker Delay

    0-21ms

  • Delay

    0-682ms

DSP: Delay (@ 96kHz Sampling Rate)

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  • Speaker Delay

    0-10.6ms

  • Delay

    0-341ms

DSP: Audio Metering Tool

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  • Range

    -60dBu to +20dBu

  • Increments

    1dB

  • Peak Hold Indicator

    Yes

DSP: Signal Generator Tool

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  • Signal Level

    Off, -50dBu to +20dBu

  • Sine Wave Frequency

    20Hz-12kHz

DSP: Matrix Mixer

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  • Gain (0.5dB increments)

    Off, -50dB to +12dB

  • Mute

    Per channel

  • Enable Ducking at Mixer

    Yes

DSP: Processors

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  • Input A/D, Output D/A

    24 bit

  • DSP Processors

    32-bit floating point

  • Sample Rates

    48kHz, 96kHz

  • Propagation Delay @ 48kHz

    1.42ms

  • Propagation Delay @ 96kHz

    0.71ms

Physical

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  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    19 x 3.50 x 16.84" (483 x 89 x 428mm)

  • Weight

    23 lb (10.4kg)

About Ashly ne8250.25pe

After extensive research and development, Ashly presents the ne8250.25pe 8-Channel Network Enabled Power Amplifier, a powerful and advanced audio solution. This high-quality amplifier is built around an energy-efficient Class-D platform with a switching power supply, ensuring durability and efficiency in all your audio applications.

This advanced amplifier is designed for seamless integration into networked systems, simplifying connection and control with the use of standard 10/100 Ethernet protocol and Protea ne Software. This eliminates the need for special outboard control units, making the ne8250.25pe a versatile and user-friendly choice for audio professionals.

The ne8250.25pe is an 8-channel powerhouse, delivering a robust 250W per channel. It offers the flexibility of separate Hi-Z and Low-Z models, catering to a wide range of audio requirements. This product stands out in the ne Series Amplifiers, which are available in two distinct platforms - the standard network amplifier and a network amplifier equipped with an on-board Protea DSP Processor.

Customization is at the heart of the ne8250.25pe, allowing you to add your choice of AES3 inputs, mic pre inputs, and either CobraNet or Dante modules. This ensures that the amplifier can be tailored to meet the specific needs of any installation.

The built-in Protea Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for the NE Multi-Channel is compatible with Microsoft Windows 8, 7 (Vista/XP) 32 & 64 bit systems. This advanced DSP is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it a favorite among audio professionals.

In conclusion, the ne8250.25pe 8-Channel Network Enabled Power Amplifier with Protea DSP and CNM-2 CobraNet Option Card is a powerful, advanced, and high-quality audio solution that offers durability, efficiency, and customization for all your professional audio needs.

Ashly ne8250.25pe Features

  • 10/100 Ethernet comes standard for remote control and monitoring
  • FIR Filter capable (with DSP)
  • DC voltage remote gain control
  • Switched-mode power supply, Class-D output
  • Stepped, calibrated input attenuators
  • Remote power standby
  • Disable all front panel controls via software
  • Temperature sensitive variable speed fan with side-to-front airflow
  • Selectable HPF frequencies (80Hz, 400Hz, off) on 25V, 70V, and 100V models
  • 4-stage level meters
  • Output current and temp indicators
  • Safety/Compliance: TUV, CE, FCC, RoHS

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 60 months for parts and 60 months for labor.

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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio with this 8-channel Ashly power amplifier.
  • Optimize sound with Protea DSP, offering advanced, customizable audio control.
  • Harness network-enabled capabilities for seamless remote amplifier management.
  • Enjoy versatile connectivity with the integrated CNM-2 CobraNet option card.
  • Deliver consistent power output for professional installed audio speakers.
  • Ensure long-term reliability with Ashly's 5-year amplifier limited warranty.

What's in the box:

  • ne8250.25pe 8-Channel Network Enabled Power Amplifier with Protea DSP
  • Ashly 5 Year Limited Warranty