Ashly PEMA Series Eight-Channel 250W 70V Protea-Equipped Media Amplifier
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Ashly PEMA Series Eight-Channel 250W 70V Protea-Equipped Media Amplifier

SKU: ASPEMA825070 MFR: PEMA8250.70
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  • Experience powerful, clear audio with this 8-channel Ashly power amplifier for impactful sound.
  • This versatile amplifier offers a frequency response of 20Hz-20kHz for accurate audio reproduction.
  • Enjoy a high signal-to-noise ratio, exceeding 105dB, ensuring pristine audio quality for any venue.
  • Perfect for installations, this amplifier delivers 250W at 70V, ideal for distributed audio systems.
  • Benefit from input/output flexibility with Euroblock connectors for easy integration with pro audio gear.
  • Built to last, this durable amplifier provides reliable performance and low distortion for years to come.
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Ashly PEMA 8250.70 Specifications

Amplifier

Amplifier

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  • Channels

    8

  • Constant Voltage

    70V (per channel): 250W; 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD, All Channels Driven

  • Line Current Draw: Standby Mode

    290mA

  • Line Current Draw: Idle (no signal)

    565mA

  • Line Current Draw: Typical

    5.0A (1/8 power pink noise)

  • Line Current Draw: Maximum

    11.0A (1/3 power pink noise)

  • Thermal Dissipation: Standby Mode

    63.8 BTU/hr

  • Thermal Dissipation: Idle (no signal)

    187 BTU/hr

  • Thermal Dissipation: Typical

    700 BTU/hr (1/8 power pink noise)

  • Thermal Dissipation: Maximum

    775 BTU/hr(1/3 power pink noise)

  • Signal to Noise

    >105dB (20Hz-20kHz, Unweighted)

  • Input Sensitivity

    7.2dBu

  • Voltage Gain

    32dB

  • Damping Factor

    >250 (8 Ohm load, <1kHz)

  • Distortion

    <0.5% (SMPTE, typical)
    <0.5% (THD-N, typical, 8 Ohm, 10dB below rated power, 20Hz-20kHz)

  • Channel Separation

    -80dB (dB from full output, 1kHz)

  • Frequency Response

    20Hz-20kHz, +/-1dB

  • Mic/Line Input Impedance

    4.8k Ohms

  • Mic/Line Maximum Input Level

    +21dBu

  • Mic/Line Preamp Gain

    0, +20dB, +40dB, +60dB

  • Mic/Line Phantom Power

    +15V, switchable Channel 1-4, 5-8

  • Summed Mono

    3.16k Ohm (Input Impedance)
    +11dBu (Maximum Input Level)

  • Channel 1 TEL-PBX

    3.9k Ohm (Input Impedance)
    +21dBu (Maximum Input Level)

  • Preamp Output Maximum Level

    +8dBu

  • AUX Output Maximum Level

    +20dBu

  • Rear Panel Controls

    Ethernet 10/100, Channel 1 TEL-PBX Switch, Remote Standby, Preset Recall (4), Remote Level (8), Remote Data

  • Connectors (each channel)

    Input: Euroblock
    Output: Euroblock

  • LED Indicators: 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)

  • LED Indicators: Each Channel

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

  • Audio Connections

    1 Euro connector balanced input, selectable for Mic, Line or TEL-PBX
    7 Euro connector balanced inputs, software selectable for Mic or Line
    8 pairs of unbalanced, summed mono RCA connectors optimized for consumer line level (-10dBV nominal) devices
    8 Euro connector Preamp/Aux outputs
    8 Euro connector speaker outputs
    CobraNet and Dante Digital I/O options

  • AC Mains

    120VAC or 240VAC, +/-10% 50-60Hz

  • Power Cable Connector

    15A Edison, 3-Prong IEC

  • Airflow

    IN through sides, OUT through front

  • Environmental

    40 to 120 deg. F (4 to 49 deg. C) noncondensing

DSP

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  • Input Source Select

    Analog, Auto (Net, AES3, Analog)

  • Brick Wall Limiter: Threshold

    -20dBu to +20dBu

  • Brick Wall Limiter: Ratio

    Infinite

  • Brick Wall Limiter: Attack

    0.2ms/dB to 50 ms/dB

  • Brick Wall Limiter: Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Compressor: Threshold

    -20dBu to +20dBu

  • Compressor: Ratio

    1.2:1 to infinite

  • Compressor: Attack

    0.2 to 50ms

  • Compressor: Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Compressor: Detector

    Peak/Average

  • Compressor: Attenuation Bus

    2 available

  • Compressor: Metering

    In, Out, Attenuation, Graphical

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Target Level

    -40dBu to +20dBu

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Action

    Gentle, normal, aggressive, user defined

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Maximum Gain

    0dB to +22dB

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Metering

    Input, Gain, Attenuation

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Ratio

    1.2:1 to 10:1

  • AutoLeveler: Threshold Below Target

    -30dB to 0dB

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Gain

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB (Increase/Decrease Rate)

  • AutoLeveler Controls: Hold Time

    0-6 sec

  • Ambient Noise: Max Gain

    -20dB to +20dB

  • Ambient Noise: Min/Base Gain

    -40dB to +20dB

  • Ambient Noise: Gain Change Rate

    0.2s/dB to 20s/dB

  • Ambient Noise: Link Group

    16 available

  • Ambient Noise: ANC Input Channel

    1-4 or 1-8

  • Ambient Noise: Noise Threshold

    -40dBu to +20dBu

  • Ambient Noise:Program/Ambient Gain Ratio

    0.3:1 to 3:1

  • Ambient Noise: Metering

    Input level, Attenuation, Average noise

  • Ducking: Trigger Threshold

    -80dBu to +20 dBu

  • Ducking: Ducking Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Ducking: Ducking Depth

    0dB to -30dB, infinity

  • Ducking: Enable Ducking at Matrix Mixer

    Yes

  • Ducking: Metering

    Input

  • Gate: Threshold

    -80dBu to +20dBu

  • Gate: Range

    Off, 100dB to 0dB

  • Gate: Attack

    0.2ms/dB to 50 ms/dB

  • Gate: Release

    5ms/dB to 1000ms/dB

  • Gate: Metering

    Key Signal, Gate LED, Graphical

  • Key Engage Enable

    Yes

  • Key Frequency

    20Hz to 20kHz

  • Key Bandwidth

    0.016 to 3.995 Octave

  • Gain (with/without VCA)

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

  • Gain Digital VCA Groups

    4 available

  • Remote RD8C Gain

    Enable per channel, 0dB to infinity

  • WR-5 (neWR-5) Remote Gain

    0 to -50dB, Mute

  • EQ: File Type

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

  • EQ: 31-Band Filter Type

    Constant Q or proportional

  • EQ: Bandwidth

    0.499oct to 0.25oct

  • EQ: Parametric 2,4,6, or 10 Band

    Frequency: 20-20kHz
    Level: -30dB to +15dB
    Q Value: 0.016 to 3.995 Octave

  • EQ: Hi/Low Shelf 6/12 dB/oct

    Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz
    Level: -15dB to +15dB

  • EQ: All Pass

    Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz

  • EQ: Variable Q HP/LP

    Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz
    Q Value: 3.047 to 0.267

  • EQ: Notch/Bandpass

    Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz
    Q Value: 92.436 to 0.267

  • Feedback Suppressor: Filters

    12

  • Feedback Suppressor: In/Out per filter

    Yes

  • Feedback Suppressor:Filter & global lock

    Yes

  • Feedback Suppressor: Filter Modes

    Float, Restricted, Manual

  • Feedback Suppressor: Filter Type

    Notch, Parametric

  • Feedback Suppressor: Filter Frequency

    Range 20Hz to 20kHz

  • Feedback Suppressor: Notch Filter

    Infinity

  • Feedback Suppressor: Parametric Filter

    +15dB to -30dB

  • Feedback Suppressor: Filter Bandwidth

    0.016 to 3.995 Octave

  • Feedback Suppressor:Detector Sensitivity

    5 levels

  • Feedback Suppressor: Float Time

    5 minutes to 24 hours

  • Crossover: 2/3/4 Way & HP/LP Filters

    Bessel & Butterworth Filters: 12/18/24/48 dB/oct
    Linkwitz-Riley Filter: 12/24/48 dB/oct
    Frequency: Off, 20Hz-20KHz

  • Speaker Delay at 48kHz Sampling Rate

    0-21ms (Input Time, Distance & Temperature)

  • Delay at 48kHz Sampling Rate

    0-682ms (Input Time, Distance & Temperature)

  • Speaker Delay at 96kHz Sampling Rate

    0-10.6ms (Input Time, Distance & Temperature)

  • Delay at 96kHz Sampling Rate

    0-341ms (Input Time, Distance & Temperature)

  • Audio Metering Tool: Range

    -60dBu to +20dBu

  • Audio Metering Tool: Increments

    1dB

  • Audio Metering Tool: Peak Hold Indicator

    Yes

  • Signal Level

    Off, -50dBu to +20dBu

  • Sine Wave Frequency

    20Hz-12kHz

  • Matrix Mixer: Gain (0.5dB increments)

    Off, -50 to +12dB

  • Matrix Mixer: Mute

    Per channel

  • Auto-mixer Enabled

    Per channel

  • Global Auto-mixer Response

    0.01sec to 2sec

  • Enable Ducking at Mixer

    Yes

  • Ducking LED

    Per channel, if enabled

  • Metering

    Level, auto-mixer level

  • Input A/D, Output D/A

    24 bit

  • DSP Processors

    32-bit floating point

  • Sample Rates

    48kHz, 96kHz

  • Propagation Delay at 48kHz

    1.42ms

  • Propagation Delay at 96kHz

    0.71ms

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  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    19 x 3.5 x 16.84" (48.26 x 8.89 x 42.77cm)

  • Weight

    25 lbs (11.34kg)

About Ashly PEMA 8250.70

Bring your audio and video applications to life with the PEMA Series Eight-Channel 250W 70V Protea-Equipped Media Amplifier. This high-quality, advanced media amplifier is designed to deliver powerful, crystal-clear sound for professional use in large-scale installations such as concerts, theaters, and houses of worship.

Engineered with a built-in digital signal processor (DSP), this efficient and durable amplifier offers easy control and customization of sound. Its network-only control feature allows for remote operation and seamless integration into larger systems, making it a top choice for professionals in the audio industry.

The PEMA Series Amplifier boasts eight channels, each capable of delivering a robust 250 watts into 8 ohms. It can handle a wattage range of 200-299 watts per channel, ensuring consistent, high-quality audio output.

This advanced amplifier is equipped with a host of features designed to enhance your audio experience. It supports CobraNet and Dante network audio, and offers 8-in x 8-out sophisticated matrix mixing, automatic feedback suppression, ambient noise compensation, and a full suite of Ashly Protea DSP.

The PEMA Series Amplifier also features eight built-in mic pre's, gain sharing automatic microphone mixing (Automixer), and dedicated telephone/PBX input. It offers dual RCA and balanced euroblock inputs, post DSP AUX line level outputs, and stereo summed to mono.

With its 32-Bit SHARC DSP and 24-Bit A/D-D/A audio resolution, this amplifier delivers utterly transparent audio. It also features adjustable HP/LP filters, a built-in pink/white noise & sine wave generator, and full control using Ashly software over 10/100 baseT Ethernet.

The PEMA Series Amplifier is not just a powerful audio tool, but also a model of efficiency and simplicity. It requires less cabling, less rack space, and less installation time, making it an elegant solution for your audio needs.

Experience the difference with the PEMA Series Eight-Channel 250W 70V Protea-Equipped Media Amplifier, a product that truly sets a new industry benchmark for value-engineered zone sound systems.

Ashly PEMA 8250.70 Features

  • CobraNet and Dante network audio fully supported, Dante Transmit now available.
  • FIR Filter capable
  • 8-in x 8-out sophisticated matrix mixing
  • 8 built-in mic pre's
  • Gain sharing automatic microphone mixing (Automixer)
  • Automatic feedback suppression
  • Ambient noise compensation
  • Dedicated telephone/PBX input
  • Dual RCA and balanced euroblock inputs
  • Post DSP AUX line level outputs
  • Stereo summed to mono
  • Event scheduling (RTC)
  • Adjustable HP/LP filters
  • Built-in pink/white noise & sine wave generator
  • Full suite of Ashly Protea DSP
  • Hot-plug DSP placement
  • 96kHz or 48kHz sample rate
  • 32-Bit SHARC DSP
  • 24-Bit A/D-D/A audio resolution
  • 15V phantom power for mic inputs
  • Full control using Ashly software over 10/100 baseT Ethernet
  • Easy and intuitive user interface
  • Automatic DHCP network IP configuration
  • Euroblock connectors for preset recall, DC remote level control and serial data control
  • External control via Ashly standard wall remotes, Ashly Ethernet wall remotes or Ashly Remote iPad App
  • Level control via variable DC control voltage
  • Stand-By mode activation via contact closure
  • Multi-level Security
  • 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 powerful, clear audio with this 8-channel Ashly power amplifier for impactful sound.
  • This versatile amplifier offers a frequency response of 20Hz-20kHz for accurate audio reproduction.
  • Enjoy a high signal-to-noise ratio, exceeding 105dB, ensuring pristine audio quality for any venue.
  • Perfect for installations, this amplifier delivers 250W at 70V, ideal for distributed audio systems.
  • Benefit from input/output flexibility with Euroblock connectors for easy integration with pro audio gear.
  • Built to last, this durable amplifier provides reliable performance and low distortion for years to come.

What's in the box:

  • Ashly PEMA Series Eight-Channel 250W 70V Protea-Equipped Media Amplifier
  • Ashly 5 Year Limited Warranty